Obituaries

Nov 14, 2021

Bernard 'Babe' M. Mayflower, 85, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on November 14, 2021 at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Bernard Mayflower and Mary (Leo) Mayflower Reid. Bernie was raised in Niagara Falls and attended local schools. On February 15, 1958, he married Ida B. (Coppola)...

Nov 12, 2021

Deborah J. Green, 65, passed away on November 12, 2021 in North Tonawanda, NY.

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

Nov 12, 2021

Elizabeth M. (Sanzo) Badendyck, 88, of Lewiston, NY, passed away unexpectedly at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Johnstown (Central City), PA on March 12, 1933, she moved to Niagara Falls at the age of 18 and lived here the remainder of her life.

"Betty" as she was known had three children, Grant (Sandy) Badendyck, Robert (Beth)...

Nov 12, 2021

Michael A. Diletti, 64, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Friday, November 12, 2021 at Kenmore Mercy Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Michael R. and Frances (Petrucci) Diletti.

Michael was a native of Niagara Falls and a graduate of the former LaSalle Senior High School. He was a...

Nov 12, 2021

Louis T. Sciarrino, Ret. NFFD, 91, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on November 12, 2021 at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Salvatore and Rose (Morell) Sciarrino.

Louis was raised in Niagara Falls and graduated from Trott Vocational High School as a draftsman in...

Nov 12, 2021

Dora J. Friona, 90, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on November 12, 2021 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Salvatore and Emilia (S'dao) Messina.

Dora was raised in Niagara Falls where she attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School. On April 30,...

Nov 11, 2021

David W. Ryals, 43, of Gasport, NY, passed away on Thursday, November 11, 2021 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston, NY.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Richard A. Ryals and the late Karen (Lepkosky) Ryals.

On July 20, 2013, David married Dawn M. (Stope) Ryals at Potter's House Christian Community Church...

Nov 11, 2021

Mary R. (LaNasa) Nocera Neadow, 92 of Niagara Falls, NY, entered Heaven on November 11, 2021 at Our Lady of Peace Health Care Facility in Lewiston, NY.   Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Joseph S. and Maria (Guiducci) LaNasa.

Mary was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, NY, attending Niagara Falls...

Nov 11, 2021

Albert J. Giambattista, 93, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on November 11, 2021 at Mt. St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston, NY, after a brief illness.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Frank and Angelina (Mancini) Giambattista.

Al attended local schools, graduating from Trott Vocational High School.  On May 22. 1954, he...

Nov 11, 2021

Richard W. Muscatello of Wheatfield, NY, retired United States Air Force Colonel and former Vice President of Kenmore Mercy Hospital, and active in numerous civic and community organizations, went to God after a long battle with cancer on November 11, 2021, Veterans Day.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 71 years, Josephine (Ferlito); a son...

Nov 11, 2021

Sheryl Repka Sanchez, 56, passed away November 11, 2021.

Mother of Ben and Corey Sanchez; former spouse of Michael Sanchez; loving daughter of June (Converse) (late Kent) Repka; sister of Kevin Repka, Valeri McIntosh and Roseanna McFarland, as well as several aunts and uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Memorial services will be held on Wednesday,...

Nov 11, 2021

Susan J. Janker, 75, of Wheatfield, NY, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 11, 2021. Born in South Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of the late Arthur and Marion (Land) Leonard; beloved wife of James Janker, who she married August 22, 1970 at Grace Lutheran Church in South Buffalo, NY. She is also the loving mother to David...

Nov 10, 2021

William J. Bohnet, 81, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on November 10, 2021 at Elderwood at Grand Island.  Born in North Tonawanda, NY, he was the son of the late Willam and Allegra (McBain) Bohnet.

William attended local schools and graduated from LaSalle High School, and earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Buffalo.  In...

Nov 9, 2021

Antoinette Fontanarosa, 92, of Lewiston, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 9th.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Vincenza (Palillo) Gagliardo; and beloved wife of Guido F. Fontanarosa, whom she married at St. Joseph Church in 1950.  Mr. Fontanarosa predeceased her on July 19, 2021.

Antoinette was a...

Nov 9, 2021

Frank R. Piccirillo, 92, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at N.F. Memorial Hospital. Born in Niagara Falls, he was the son of the late Joseph and Giovanna (Viscomi) Piccirillo; and beloved husband of the late Constance "Connie" J. Piccirillo who he married on June 3, 1950.

Frank was a 1946...

Nov 8, 2021

Mother Ruby Pearl Bumpas, 89, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away at her residence on November 8, 2021.  Born in Brantley, AL, she was the daughter of the late Marvin and Rosie Bell (Upton) Daniels.

Mother Bumpas came to the Niagara Falls Area in the 1950s.  She was employed for over 30 years in Housekeeping at Niagara...

Nov 7, 2021

Mary A. Pedaci, 97, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on November 7, 2021 at Our Lady of Peace Health Care Facility.  Born in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the eldest daughter of the late Antonio and Raffaella (Perri) Pedaci.

Mary graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1941.  She worked at Marine Midland Bank at the Pine...

Nov 5, 2021

Randall James Pike, age 66, was born on June 7, 1955 in West Palm Beach, Florida.  He went home to be with the Lord on November 5, 2021 while in the care of Kenmore Mercy Hospital.  He was the 2 nd child born to James David Pike and the late Shirley Marie (Haensgen) Pike.  On August 30, 1996, he...

Nov 5, 2021

Dolores "Deedee" Buck Barosky, 79, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 5, 2021 at Niagara Hospice House. Born in Niagara Falls, she was the daughter of the late William J. and Leila (Cooper) Buck; and the beloved wife of Chester A. Barosky.

Dolores was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls where she attended...

Nov 5, 2021

Anthony D'Orazio, Jr., 86, of Grand Island, NY, passed away on November 5, 2021 after a short illness.  Born in Boston, MA, he was the son of the late Anthony and Angeline M. (Penque) D'Orazio.

Tony came to the area in the late 1940s with his family, and graduated from Tonawanda High School.  He married Delilah A....