Obituaries

Dec 9, 2021

Patricia J. Adams, 82, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2021, Born in Aultman, PA, she was the daughter of the late David T. and Harriett 'Hattie' (Seibert) Niel.

On May 9, 1959, she married Paul E. Adams.  Mr. Adams predeceased her on March 27, 1999.  Patty Jean worked in many restaurants serving...

Dec 9, 2021

James 'Bud' H. Burr III, 79, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on December 9, 2021 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late James H. and Lillian (Kinsley) Burr, Jr.  He was also predeceased by his beloved wife, Judith 'Judy' (Toth) Burr in 2012.

Bud attended...

Dec 7, 2021

Diana Howard, 72, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 surrounded by her cherished family. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Samuel and Wilma (Shelton) Montagna.

Diana was raised in Niagara Falls where she attended local schools. She was devoted to her faith and was a longtime member...

Dec 7, 2021

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Robert 'Bob' E. Sembert, 85, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on December 7, 2021 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Samuel 'Sam' and Genevieve 'Janice' (Wozniewski) Sembert.

Bob attended Nevada Avenue School, Stella...

Dec 6, 2021

Virginia 'Vie' M. Marcucci, 101, of Elderwood at Wheatfield passed away on December 6, 2021.  Born on October 10, 1920 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Theresa (D'Ambrosio) Rossi.  On June 21, 1940 Virginia married Arthur J. Marcucci.  He predeceased her on August 9, 2002.

Vie was a hard worker...

Dec 6, 2021

Michael Joseph Jacob, 65, of Youngstown, NY and formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021 at N.F. Memorial Medical Center. Born in Lackawanna, NY, he was the son of the late Jack and Irene (Mort) Jacob.

Mike married his beloved wife, Diane (Longboat) Jacob on September 11, 1976 in Lewiston, NY. He...

Dec 2, 2021

Thomas E. Sirianni, 55, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 2, 2021 at his residence. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Joseph D. and Frances M. (Archie) Sirianni.

Tom was a graduate of Niagara Falls High School and was self employed as a general contractor. He is survived...

Dec 2, 2021

Ernest 'Ernie' G. Capone, 66, of Grand Island, NY, passed away on December 2, 2021 at his residence.  Born in Buffalo, NY, he was the son of the late Nello and Mariannina 'Mary' (DeSimone) Capone.

Ernie attended local schools and graduated from Trott Vocational High School and earned his Associate's Degree during his time in the Air...

Nov 30, 2021

Mark A. Teoli, 61, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on November 30, 2021 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center.  Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of James V. and Jaquelyn 'Jackie' A. (Dalesandro) Teoli.

Mark was raised in Niagara Falls, attended local schools and graduated from Trott Vocational High School.    He earned a Degree...

Nov 29, 2021

Hagop "Harry" (Ishkhanian) Kasparian, 92, passed away on November 29, 2021 in Mt. St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Aleppo, Syria, he was the son of the late Kevork and Hripsime (Chamlian) Ishkhanian.

Hagop was raised in Syria and came to the United States with dollars in his pocket, without knowing a word of English. He settled...

Nov 29, 2021

Donna J. Nasca, 83 of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on November 29, 2021 at Buffalo General Hospital.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Bernice (Fanclow) Serrianni.

Donna attended local schools, graduating from Niagara Falls High School in 1957.  On April 2, 1976 she married Joseph S. Nasca.  Mr....

Nov 27, 2021

Sunrise October 21, 1998 Sunset November 27, 2021

Nakari Ryan Parmer was called home to be with the Lord on November 27, 2021.

Born October 21, 1998 in Niagara Falls, NY. He was the son of Shanika Jones and Michael Parmer. Nakari attended Niagara Falls High School where he graduated in 2017. Nakari...

Nov 27, 2021

Mary DeMunda, 90, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 27, 2021 at her residence surrounded by her beloved family. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late Onofrio and Josephine (Giarrizzo) Ingrasci; and loving wife of the late Thomas DeMunda who she married in 1967.

Mary graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1949...

Nov 26, 2021

Louis Gobbo, 96, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2021 at Niagara Hospice House. Born in Bibano, Italy, he was the son of the late Mario and Teresa (Malare) Gobbo; and the beloved husband of the late Lena Gobbo who he married on July 10, 1948 at St. Joseph's Church.

Louis came to...

Nov 25, 2021

David T. Williams, Jr., 68, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Ohio, he was the son of the late David Sr. and Yvonne Williams; and the loving husband of Minnie (Spurback) Williams.

Dave was employed for many years by Maytag Laundry as a maintenance man....

Nov 24, 2021

Ronald D. Stoianoff, 76, of Lewiston, NY passed away peacefully on November 24, 2021 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Dimo and Sophie (Krajkowski) Stoianoff.

Ron married his loving wife, Suzanne L. (Heagle) Stoianoff on October 10, 1992 at the Niagara Falls Winter Garden. He worked...

Nov 24, 2021

John T. Cheff, 92 of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on November 24th 2021 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY after a brief illness. John was born in Force, Pennsylvania and spent his childhood years there during the great depression. Like many other PA residents John's family relocated to the Industry rich area of Niagara Falls, NY.  John...

Nov 24, 2021

Ronald 'Ron' B. Vilardo, 70, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on November 24, 2021 surrounded by his family under the care of Niagara Hospice.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Nicholas and Mary (Ferrara) Vilardo.

Ron graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1969 and later attended SUNY Geneseo.  On...

Nov 23, 2021

Farzana Begum, 61, of Niagara Falls, NY died on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. Born in Khewra, Pakiston she was the daughter of Malik Baqauddin and Amna Begum; and spouse of Noor Ahmed. She was a loving mother, daughter, grandmother, sister, niece, aunt and cousin. Funeral services will be Wednesday, November 24 at 12 Noon at M.J. Colucci & Son...

Nov 23, 2021

Theresa D'Aloise, 93 of Lewiston, NY, passed away on November 23, 2021 at Schoellkopf Health Center in Niagara Falls, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Dominick and Mary Cornacchia.

Theresa attended local schools, graduating from Niagara Falls High School.  On July 27, 1948 she married Nick L. D'Aloise at St....