Obituaries

Jun 14, 2023

Danny passed away Wednesday June 14, 2023 at Kenmore Mercy after a brief illness. He was 50 years old. He was a resident of Lewiston NY and an all around fun guy. Danny loved to laugh and tease his friends and family mostly. He is survived by a large family and plenty of friends. He is also survived by...

Jun 12, 2023

Harshad Shah, 65, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 12, 2023, in Lockport, NY. Born in Baroda, Gujarat, India, he was the son of the late Shankerlal and Shardaben Shah; beloved husband of Kaminiben Shah; cherished father of Dharan Shah and Manshi Shah; loving grandfather of Rayna, Nivaan and Samyra Shah; brother of Dilip Shah...

Jun 12, 2023

Shawn A. Cavender, 53, of Cassadaga, NY, passed away on June 12, 2023 in Gerry, NY.  Born in Chillichothe, OH, he was the son of the late Luther and Jo Ann (Parkin) Cavender.

There will be no prior visitation or services.  Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel.  Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.

Jun 11, 2023

Rebecca 'Becky' J. Tomaszewski, 78, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 11, 2023, at Niagara Hospice House. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the loving daughter of the late Floyd M. and Jean (Vespucci) Wendell.

Becky graduated from the former LaSalle Senior High School in 1963. On April 27, 1963, she married the...

Jun 11, 2023

Delores J. Hugill, 93, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on June 11, 2023 at Our Lady of Peace HCF in Lewiston, NY.  Born in West Decatur, PA, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Adeline (Socie) Smeal.

In June 1951, Delores married Loraine M. Hugill in Philipsburg, PA and the family then moved in...

Jun 10, 2023

Joseph J. Krupper, Jr., 75, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 10, 2023, surrounded by his beloved family. Born in Vandergrift, PA, he was the son of the late Joseph Sr. and Carmella (Gallovich) Krupper; and the loving husband of Bonnie (Laurie) Krupper.

Joseph was raised in Vandergrift where he attended local schools and...

Jun 9, 2023

Daniel J. Trane, 63, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on June 9, 2023 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Paul L. and Mary Louise (Watt) Trane.

Dan was employed as a Truck and Delivery Driver for Certo Brothers Distributing for 20 years, where...

Jun 8, 2023

Michael Anthony Casero, 43, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away unexpectedly on June 8, 2023. Born in Lewiston, NY, he was the son of MaryRose (DiMino) Casero and Gerald 'Jerry' Casero.

Mike was a graduate of the former LaSalle Senior High School. He attended St. John Fisher University and obtained his Associate's degree from Buffalo State College....

Jun 7, 2023

Janice Ruth Dick, 67, of Jacksonville FL, passed away on June 7, 2023.

Janice was born in 1956 in Niagara Falls, NY. She was the first of 3 children. Her brother, Paul was the middle child and Raymond was the youngest of the three. Janice and the family lived there until 1968 when the family moved to...

Jun 6, 2023

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Joseph A. Petrozzi, 95, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2023. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Russell Petrozzi and Frances (LaMantia) Petrozzi.

Joseph graduated from Niagara Falls High School before proudly serving his country in the...

Jun 4, 2023

Richard L. Santiago, 46 of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on June 4, 2023 surrounded by his loving family.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Rachel Santiago (late Gene Colton).

Richard was a self-employed contractor who operated Santiago's Home Improvement in the Niagara Falls area for over 20 years. He loved billiards, and...

Jun 3, 2023

Maryann Haberl Hurley, a longtime resident of Palm Beach, Florida and Buffalo, New York died on June 3, 2023 at 94 years of age. She was born on September 12,1928 in Buffalo, New York to George Joseph and Ella Eugenia Brady Haberl.

Maryann was raised in Buffalo, New York and graduated from Saint Mary's Seminary in Buffalo....

Jun 3, 2023

M. Elaine Meranto, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away peacefully on June 3, 2023. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary (Critelli) Meranto; and beloved wife of the late Rev. Hal Faba.

Elaine graduated from Stella Niagara High School before receiving an Associate's Degree from the University of Buffalo....

May 31, 2023

Shirlie Haig (nee Movesian), 86, niece of Howard & Sadie Toorigian, passed away on Wednesday, May 31, 2023 at 2:30 AM, after 15 years with Alzheimers.

Shirlie was originally from Niagara Falls NY, and graduated from Niagara Falls High School.  After graduating, she went to hairdressing school and then worked at Clairol as a hair colorist.  She...

May 24, 2023

David Kennedy, 65, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2023 in Niagara Hospice House, after a long battle with cancer. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Robert and Luella (Robbins) Kennedy.

David was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. In 1977 he enlisted in the United States...

May 24, 2023

Egidio 'Gino' Filice, 91, of Niagara Falls, New York, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. Born in Cosenza, Italy, he was the son of the late Carmine and Adele (Cosco) Filice; and the beloved husband of Elinor (Manucci) Filice, who he married on August 7, 1954 in Niagara Falls, Canada.

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May 18, 2023

Patricia Covatto, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY, entered into heaven on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at O.L.P Nursing Care Residence. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late James and Emma Kujawa.

Patricia attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. On June 27, 1953, she married Joseph A. Covatto, Sr. at...

May 18, 2023

James Bruno, 76, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on May 18, 2023 at Schoellkopf Health Care Center. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late James and Carmela (Alongi) Bruno; and the loving husband of Arlene Bruno, who he married on August 21, 1965 at Prince of Peace Church.

James...

May 17, 2023

Melissa E. Kashella, 51, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2023, while under the kind and compassionate care of Niagara Hospice House, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Born on November 22, 1971, she was the daughter of Jennings and the late Lois (Knapp) Kashella, who sadly predeceased her in 2021.

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May 16, 2023

Adeline Colucci, 99, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on May 16, 2023 at home surrounded by family. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of late Francesco and Maria Giuseppe (Cubello) Antonacci.

Adeline was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. She grew up in the Como Restaurant in Niagara Falls, which was established...