Obituaries

Feb 25, 2024

Darryl P. DiNoto, 75, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away February 25, 2024 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Peter A. and Janet (Porfilio) DiNoto.

Darryl attended local schools, graduating from Niagara Falls High School and graduated from Niagara University with a Bachelor's Degree...

Feb 25, 2024

Jack E. House, 84, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on February 25, 2024 at Buffalo Veterans' Administration Hospital.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Elry P. and Gladys (Cole) House.

Jack was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School.  He served proudly in the United States Marine Corps from 1951 until his...

Feb 25, 2024

In loving memory of Mikwadazee Onkwad Jullian Thomas Hamby, also affectionately known as JT, who peacefully departed from us on Sunday, February 25, 2024, at the tender age of 21. His name, which beautifully translates to Handsome Cloud, was a reflection of his serene and gentle spirit. Mikwadazee belonged to the Tuscarora Nation, Turtle Clan, and Ojibwe Wolf Clan...

Feb 24, 2024

David F. Cerrone, 65, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on February 24, 2024 at Schoellkopf Health Care Facility.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Josephine (Demico) Cerrone and the late A. Vincent Cerrone.

David was a 1977 graduate of Niagara Catholic High School, where he played baseball and basketball.  He was employed...

Feb 23, 2024

Alfreda Blackman, 62, formerly of Buffalo, NY, passed away on February 23, 2024 at her residence in Grand Island, NY.  Born in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of the late John and Edna (Bell) Gault.

Alfreda graduated from Campus West School in Buffalo, NY.  In her younger years, Alfreda was a member of the St. John...

Feb 23, 2024

Palma A. Girardo, 57, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on February 23, 2024 at South Buffalo Mercy Hospital.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of Anthony Girardo and the late Concetta (Fato) Girardo.

Palma liked listening to music and watching TV shows.  More than anything, Palma loved spending time with her family...

Feb 22, 2024

Walter R. Hyla, 90, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 22, 2024 at his son's residence under hospice care in California. Born in Nanticoke, PA, he was the son of the late Walter and Mary (Lotnik) Hyla; and the beloved husband of the late Frances (Fitt) Hyla.

Walter moved to Niagara Falls in...

Feb 22, 2024

Fernando DeRubeis, 91, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on February 22, 2024 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.  Born in Gagliano Aterno, L'Aquila, Italy, he was the son of the late Romolo and Maria Stella (Salciccioli) DeRubeis.

Fernando was educated in Italy and came to the United States in 1947.  On January 24, 1953, he married...

Feb 21, 2024

Harvey 'Butch' Huff, Jr., 71, of Sanborn, NY, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2024 at N.F. Memorial Medical Center. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Harvey Sr. and Mildred (Mehls) Huff; and the beloved husband of 40 years to Christine (Wygle) Huff.

Butch graduated from Niagara Wheatfield High School and...

Feb 20, 2024

James 'Jim' Wegener, Jr., 76, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at Erie County Medical Center. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late James F. and Edith J. (Hanson) Wegener.

Jim graduated from the former LaSalle Senior High School and earned his Associate's Degree from Niagara...

Feb 19, 2024

Frank J. Panza, 87, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on Monday, February 19, 2024 at Sister's Hospital in Buffalo, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Ralph and Angeline (Orlando) Panza; and beloved husband to Fay (Utter) Panza.

Frank graduated from Niagara Falls High School and served in the...

Feb 18, 2024

Dominic Pullano, 69, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on February 18, 2024 at his residence.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Dominic A. and Margaret (Trapasso) Pullano.

Dominic was a graduate of Trott Vocational High School.  He was employed locally for over 30 years in landscaping for various firms.

Feb 17, 2024

Lajos Szabo, 80, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on February 17, 2024 at his residence surrounded by family under the care of Niagara Hospice.  Born in Subotica, Hungary, he was the son of the late Imre and Julia (Korponae) Szabo.

Lajos was educated in Europe, earning a Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, and later earning another...

Feb 17, 2024

Anthony Hill, 56, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on February 17, 2024 at his residence.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Dorothy (Porter) Hill and the late Richard E. Hill Sr.

Anthony attended Niagara Falls High School.  He was self-employed as a mechanic.   Anthony loved fishing, travelling, and was an avid fan...

Feb 16, 2024

Antoinette Cornacchia Tiede, 93, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on February 16, 2024 at Schoellkopf Health Care Facility.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Dominick and Mary Cornacchia.

Antoinette was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School.  On October 1, 1949, she married Alfred R. Tiede, Sr.  Mr. Tiede predeceased...

Feb 14, 2024

Antoinette Sanfilippo, 82, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Nancy (Anello) Sanfilippo.

Antoinette attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1959. She began working in the...

Feb 13, 2024

Concetta 'Connie' Agnello, 91, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. Born in Condro, Messina, Sicily, Italy, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Vita (Rizzo) Schepisi.

Connie was raised in Italy and moved to Niagara Falls in 1958 where she married her beloved husband, Joseph C. Agnello on September...

Feb 12, 2024

Curtis E. Larson, 46, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 12, 2024. Born in Savannah, GA, he was the son of Thomas and Rita (Drew) Larson.

Curtis moved to Lockport, NY with his family as a child and graduated from Starpoint High School. For over 20 years, he was employed as truck driver...

Feb 12, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Louis J. Fiacco of Wheatfield, NY announces his death.  He passed away peacefully on February 12, 2024 at Niagara Hospice, at the age of 97, with loving family by his side.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of late Angelo and late Maria (Trapasso) Fiacco.  He was...

Feb 12, 2024

Paul J. Swartz, 69, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on February 12, 2024 at his residence under the care of Niagara Hospice. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Robert W. and Jean I. (Murphy) Swartz.

Paul was a 1973 graduate of Bishop Duffy High School.  He was employed for over...