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Mary E. Nagurney

Mary E. Nagurney

Aug 5, 2024

Mary E. Nagurney, 75, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away at her residence on August 5, 2024 at Buffalo General Hospital.  She was the daughter of the late Paul and Leda U. (Parri) Nagurney.

There will be no prior visitation or services.  Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel.

Marilyn J. Dipasquale

Marilyn J. Dipasquale

Aug 4, 2024

Marilyn J. DiPasquale, 83, of Winter Haven, FL, passed away August 4, 2024 at Forsythe Hospice House in Auburndale, FL.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Lillian (Paltino) Colosi.

Marilyn graduated from St. Joseph Grade School and was a 1958 graduate of Niagara Falls High School. In 1963, she...

Edward J. Bocek

Edward J. Bocek

Aug 3, 2024

Edward J Bocek, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2024 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center surrounded by his family. Born in Scranton, Pennsylvania on his father's birthday, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Krulisky) Bocek.

After attending Trott Vocational High School and graduating...

Lori Cooper

Lori Cooper

Aug 3, 2024

Lori Cooper, 66, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully at her residence on Saturday, August 3, 2024 surrounded by her family. Born in Lockport, NY on October 27, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Harold Cooper and Virginia (Rose) Stephen; and step-daughter to the late Robert Stephen.

Lori was raised in Newfane, NY, where...

Christopher M. Swanson

Christopher M. Swanson

Aug 3, 2024

Christopher M. Swanson, 62, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on August 3, 2024 at his residence.  Born in Los Angeles, CA, he was the son of Michael Howard Swanson and Louise Emilia Bernerd.

Chris served in the United States Armed Forces was employed locally as a handyman.

There will be no prior visitation or...

Antoinette E. Custode

Antoinette E. Custode

Aug 2, 2024

Antoinette E. Custode, 95, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on Friday, August 2, 2024 at Ascension Living Our Lady of Peace in Lewiston, NY. Born in Niagara Falls she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Gaetana (Infantino) Bruccoleri; and step-daughter of the late Josephine Bruccoleri.

Antoinette attended local schools and graduated from Niagara...

William H. Eastman

William H. Eastman

Aug 2, 2024

William H. Eastman, 79, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on August 2, 2024 in Wheatfield, NY. Born in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, he was the son of the late Harry G. Eastman and Leola R. Haynes.

William was a proud United States Army Veteran, being honorably discharged in 1963. He enjoyed collecting...

Benjamin J. D'Ambrosio

Benjamin J. D'Ambrosio

Jul 31, 2024

Benjamin J. D'Ambrosio, 90, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on July 31, 2024 in Lewiston, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Peter and Mary (Filicetti) D'Ambrosio.

Ben attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School before attending the University of Montana, receiving his Bachelor's degree, and playing football...

Judith A. Leardini

Judith A. Leardini

Jul 31, 2024

Judith A. Leardini, born September 10, 1947, to Martin and Loretta (Mack) Slish, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2024, following a brief illness.

Judy grew up in the LaSalle area of Niagara Falls and cherished her times with her parents, relatives and neighbors on 71st Street. She attended Madonna High School where she built so many...

Lorraine Hofstede

Lorraine Hofstede

Jul 30, 2024

Lorraine Hofstede, 82, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 in Niagara Hospice House. Born in Bronx, NY, she was the daughter of the late Raymond Purcell and Dorothy (Bowerman) Siracusa.

Lorraine was raised in Yonkers, NY where she was self-employed as a Nanny for several families. In 2000, she moved with...

Jean Costanzo

Jean Costanzo

Jul 29, 2024

Jean Costanzo, 98, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on Monday, July 29, 2024 in Elderwood at Wheatfield. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Frank and Antonietta (Pullera) Archie; and the beloved wife of the late Joseph Costanzo Jr. who she married on September 11, 1948.

Jean was a graduate of...

Natalie Certo

Natalie Certo

Jul 28, 2024

Natalie Certo, 94, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 28, 2024 surrounded by her loving family while under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Ignatius and Victoria (Wiegel) Bator.

Natalie attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. On October 18,...

Frances C. Malvestuto

Frances C. Malvestuto

Jul 27, 2024

Frances C. Malvestuto, 97, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on July 27, 2024, at her residence under the care of Niagara Hospice.  Born in Punxsutawney, PA, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Chapetta) Falcone.

Frances was educated in Pennsylvania and came to Niagara Falls when she was 16 years old.  On September...

Barbara J. Bellanca

Barbara J. Bellanca

Jul 25, 2024

Barbara Joan Bellanca, 78, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed from this life on July 25, 2024 at her residence under the care of Niagara Hospice.  Born on September 26, 1945 in Orono, Maine, she was the daughter of the late Dana and Eleanor (Morrison) Pelletier.  She married the love of her life, Phillip J. Bellanca in 1983.  Mr. Bellanca...

Dolores K. Milne

Dolores K. Milne

Jul 23, 2024

Dolores K. Milne, 90, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on July 23, 2024, surrounded by her family at the Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence.

Born on May 26, 1934 in Niagara Falls, NY, Dolores was the daughter of the late Peter and Adele Franches; and the loving wife of the late James Milne, former...

Brian D. Brantigan

Brian D. Brantigan

Jul 23, 2024

Brian D. Brantigan, 65, more affectionately known as "Harley" or "Papa", passed away in his Niagara Falls, NY home on July 23, 2024.

Brian was born and raised in Detroit, MI. As a boy, he developed a love for Rock N' Roll, golf, and having a good time. Brian was a man of few words, but when...

Joseph 'Joey' K. Beilman

Joseph 'Joey' K. Beilman

Jul 22, 2024

Joseph 'Joey' K. Beilman, 19, of Lewiston, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 22, 2024. Born in Buffalo, NY on April 4, 2005, he was the beloved son of Kenneth and Jacquelyn (Grenga) Beilman.

Joey graduated from Lewiston-Porter High School in 2023 where he was happily involved in several clubs including the Key Club, Lancer Leaders...

Robin J. Kula

Robin J. Kula

Jul 22, 2024

Robin J. Kula, 62, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully, after a hard-fought battle with cancer, on July 22, 2024 at her residence surrounded by her dear family. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of Theodore Janese and the late Dolores (Van Den Bosch) Janese.

Robin graduated from Niagara-Wheatfield High School in 1979. She...

Pearl Penzotti

Pearl Penzotti

Jul 20, 2024

Pearl Penzotti, 98, of Youngstown, NY passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at Schoellkopf Health Care Facility. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Emilio and Mary (Maule) Sannicola; and beloved wife of the late R. Rick Penzotti who she married on September 4, 1950 in St. Joseph's Church.

Pearl...

Angelo V. Onevelo

Angelo V. Onevelo

Jul 20, 2024

Beloved Husband, Loving Father, Cherished Grandfather, Dearest Brother, Special Cousin & Devoted Friend

Angelo V. Onevelo, 77, of North Tonawanda, NY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 20, 2024 at Welland Hospital surrounded by his family. Born in Niagara Falls, Ontario, he was the son of the late Angelo P. and Ida (Briand) Onevelo.

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