Joseph M. Gambino
Feb 12, 2023
Joseph M. Gambino, 54, of Youngstown, NY, passed away on February 12, 2023. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Joseph and Loretta (Rufrano) Gambino.
Joe was employed as a laborer with Laborer's Local #91 in Niagara Falls, NY and with Laborer's Local 210 in Buffalo, NY. Joe enjoyed bowling in various...
Barry J. Virgilio
Feb 11, 2023
Barry J. Virgilio, 65, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on February 11, 2023 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY. Born in Rochester, NY, he was the son of Phyllis (Stehler) Virgilio and the late John Virgilio.
Barry was a graduate of Sperry High School and earned his Bachelor's Degree from Buffalo State College. He was...
Vincenzo 'Vince' Perri
Feb 11, 2023
Vincenzo 'Vince' Perri, 90, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on February 11, 2023 in West Palm Beach, FL. Born in Bianchi, Province of Cosenza, Italy, he was the son of the late Giuseppe and Annunziata (Quaranta) Perri.
Vince came to Canada in 1951, and later to Niagara Falls, NY in 1956. On November 2, 1963 he...
Benny Delmont Streeter
Feb 10, 2023
The one and only Benny Delmont Streeter, the world's greatest Niagara Fall's Finest, the 56 sensation of Niagara Falls, NY made his transition from this life on February 10, 2023. He was born on August 27, 1966, to the Late Doris J. Streeter and Benny Brown. He was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls he attended  Niagara Falls High...
Marlene J. Gasbarre
Feb 9, 2023
Marlene J. Gasbarre, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2023, while a resident of Schoellkopf Health Center. Born in Niagara Falls, NY she was the daughter of the late Simon and Eva (Spencer) Rivers. Marlene was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls. She attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School in...
James 'Jim' P. Bellavia
Feb 6, 2023
After a hard-fought battle, Cancer has again taken a beautiful soul, James Bellavia, 69, of Niagara Falls, on February 6, 2023, at his residence. Jim was a wonderful partner, husband, father and mentor to our son. He was full of life and love. He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Lenora (Farrell) Bellavia and his loving son,...
Sandra J. Monti
Feb 4, 2023
Sandra J. Monti, 82, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on February 4, 2023 at her residence after a battle with an illness. Born on August 6, 1940, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth J. Waggoner, Sr. and the late Marguerite (Benson) Waggoner.
Sandie was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School. After high school,...
John R. Passalacqua
Feb 4, 2023
John R. Passalacqua, 52, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on February 4, 2023 at his residence under the care of Niagara Hospice after a courageous 17-year battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Born in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of John and Michele M. (Falsetti) Passalacqua.
John was employed with Babcock & Brown Residential Property Management in Charlotte,...
Donald Lee Streeter
Feb 3, 2023
Donald Lee Streeter, known as "Don" 70, of Niagara Falls, NY peacefully made his transition from this life on February 3, 2023. Born on March 5, 1952 in Niagara Falls, NY, to the late Eddie and Ruth (Pickett) Streeter. He was raised by his aunt and uncle, Corene & Toby Jackson.
Don was a lifelong resident of...
Lorraine T. Pealer
Jan 29, 2023
Lorraine Theresa (Conti) Pealer, 87, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2023 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born on February 17, 1935 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late John (Giovanni Poggiani) and Josephine (LaVerde) Conti.
Lorraine was raised on...
Clara M. Ligammare
Jan 29, 2023
Clara M. Ligammare, 100, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on January 29, 2023 at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Care Residence in Lewiston, NY. Born in Dubois, PA, she was the daughter of the late Charles and Gaetana 'Ida' (Benfante) Nero.
Clara came to the area with her family as a child. She attended local schools...
William (Bill) H. Cook
Jan 27, 2023
William (Bill) H. Cook, 64, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on January 27, 2023 at his residence. Born in Springfield, MA, he was the son of Homer H. and Cecilia P. (Placzek) Cook.
Bill was a 1976 graduate of Grand Island High School, later earning degrees from Amherst College and Harvard University. His interests ranged from...
Durtat 'Samuel' (Smiley) Gamboian
Jan 26, 2023
Durtat 'Samuel' (Smiley) Gamboian, 89, passed away peacefully at home on January 26, 2023. Born on April 22, 1933 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Arshag and Zozan Gamboian.
Durtat graduated from Trott Vocational High School in 1952, and was the Vice President of his class. He served in the United States...
Marylee E. Hanna
Jan 25, 2023
Marylee E. Hanna, 48, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away at her residence on January 25, 2023. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of Margo Susan Fritton and the late Douglas Jeffrey Hanna.
Marylee worked as a bus driver in Florida and New York for 6 years, and loved her job, especially the kids...
Teresa A. Orlando
Jan 23, 2023
Teresa A. Orlando, 61, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on January 23, 2023 at Comprehensive Rehabilitation and Nursing in Williamsville, NY.
Teresa was born and raised in Erie, PA and came to the area over 20 years ago. She enjoyed watching TV, completing puzzle books, and above all, spending time with her son Karl, who was...
George I. Dooher
Jan 21, 2023
George I. Dooher, age 84, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2023, surrounded by family. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late William and Agnes Catherine (Dowling) Dooher.
George was a graduate of Bishop Duffy High School, obtained his Bachelor's degree from The Catholic University of America, and earned his Master's degree in...
Josephine Moceri
Jan 19, 2023
Josephine Moceri, 95, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Sam and Catherine (Cervola) Baio; and beloved wife of the late August Moceri, whom she married at St. Joseph Church in 1950.
Josephine was a graduate of...
Lilli Rae Swanson
Jan 14, 2023
"Her smile will lead the way"
Lilli Rae Swanson, 75, of Sanborn, NY, passed away on January 14, 2023 at Mount St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Alfred and Alma Leah (Johnson) Williams.
Lilli Rae was a member of the Onondaga...
Roger W. Hillman, Sr.
Jan 13, 2023
Roger W. Hillman, Sr., 87, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on January 13, 2023 at Mount St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston, NY. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Edward and Hazel (Krohn) Hillman.
Roger was a graduate of Trott Vocational High School. In 1951, he met his future wife, Eleanor...
Clarke F. Gould
Jan 11, 2023
Clarke F. Gould of Lewiston, NY, passed away on January 11, 2023 at the age of 76. A devoted husband, father and grandfather, Clarke was born in Niagara Falls, NY to the late Harold and Geraldine (Clarkson) Gould.
Clarke graduated from LaSalle Sr. High School, where he met Judith, who became the love of his life. After...
