Jan 21, 2025

James A. Szostak, 70, of Ransomville, NY, peacefully passed away at home on January 21, 2025, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. He was under the compassionate care of Niagara Hospice. Born on June 23, 1954, in Niagara Falls, NY, James was the beloved son of the late Alex and Helen (née Salacinski) Szostak.

James was a proud 1972 graduate...

Jan 20, 2025

Sara A. Baird, affectionately known as Annie, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 20, 2025, at the Northgate Health Care Facility. Born on October 1, 1938, in Ransomville, NY, she was the cherished daughter of the late Gilbert and Marion (nee Warren) Baird.

Annie's life was one marked by passion and dedication. As a former equestrian, she found joy in the...

Jan 19, 2025

John J. Hanrahan, affectionately known as Jack, passed away peacefully at home in Lewiston, NY, on January 19, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 21, 1941, in Niagara Falls, NY, to Matthew J. and Olivia S. (nee Blackley) Hanrahan. 

Jack graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1960 and served in the U.S. Navy aboard the...

Jan 17, 2025

Gloria Anne Donovan, a cherished resident of the Village of Lewiston, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, under the loving care of her children and Niagara Hospice. She was 93 years old.

Born on May 14, 1931, in Niagara Falls, NY, Gloria was the beloved daughter of the late Clarence and Nellie (nee Sherman) Brandon. A proud member of the...

Jan 16, 2025

Leroy B. Runkles of the Town of Lewiston, NY, passed away suddenly on Thursday, January 16, 2025, at the age of 69. Born on November 16, 1955, in Frederick, MD, he was the son of the late Charles L. Runkles and Laura E. (nee Moore) Sparkman. 

Leroy married the former Diane L. Miller on November 20, 1992, in Niagara Falls, NY....

Jan 13, 2025

Linda M. Atwater passed away peacefully in her home in the Town of Lewiston on Monday, January 13, 2025 under the care of her nieces and Niagara Hospice. She was born on June 3, 1932 in Niagara Falls, NY the daughter of the late James A. and Minnie Bell (nee Ferguson) Messer.

Linda was a proud graduate of LaSalle High School...

Jan 9, 2025

Anthony Joseph Cipolla, 65, of Williamsville, New York, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 9, 2025, at Roswell Park Cancer Center after a lengthy battle with cancer. He was born on June 23, 1959, in Ransomville, NY, to the late Antonio F. and Mary A. (nee Nicosia) Cipolla.

 A 1977 graduate of Wilson High School, Anthony pursued higher education at the...

Jan 7, 2025

Debra "Debby" Comerford, aged 68, passed away peacefully in her home in the Village of Youngstown on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and under the compassionate care of Niagara Hospice.

Born on June 27, 1956, in Niagara Falls, New York, Debby was the daughter of the late Robert K. and Nancy R. (nee Wolf) Litchka. A 1974...

Jan 5, 2025

Nancy E. Syruws, age 85, of Ransomville, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 5, 2025, at Our Lady of Peace Nursing Home in Lewiston, NY. Born in Howesville, West Virginia, on July 11, 1939, she was the beloved daughter of the late Daniel and Thelma (nee Wright) Calvert.

Nancy met the love of her life, James "Jimmy" Syruws, and together...

Jan 2, 2025

Donna J. Lasher, 89, of Youngstown, NY, peacefully passed away on Thursday, January 2, 2025, at Premier Genesee Nursing Home in Batavia, NY. She was born on March 21, 1935, in Niagara Falls, NY, to the late Elmer and Florence (née Adams) Truesdale.

Donna married the late David L. Lasher on April 4, 1953, in Youngstown, NY. They shared many wonderful...

Jan 1, 2025

Suetta E. Bale, 79, of Youngstown, NY, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2025, under the compassionate care of Niagara Hospice. Born on March 27, 1945, in Niagara Falls, New York, she was the beloved daughter of the late Jay and Frances Williams.

Sue, as she was affectionately known, was a graduate of Lewiston-Porter High School. She dedicated many years of...

Dec 23, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the peaceful passing of Rose A. Carberry on Monday, December 23, 2024, at the age of 92, surrounded by her loving family at home in Ransomville.

Rose was born on June 3, 1932, in Niagara Falls, New York, the youngest child of the late Elmer and Rose (née Lashier) Bowen. She graduated from...

Dec 11, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Carl John Schrott on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at the age of 72. Carl passed away peacefully at his home, under the compassionate care of Niagara Hospice.

Carl was born on July 17, 1952, in Buffalo, New York, the son of the late William Edward and Clara Martha (née Geier) Schrott,...

Dec 6, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Peter Matthew Shea on Friday, December 6, 2024, at the age of 35.

Peter was born in Marietta, Ohio, on March 16, 1989, the beloved son of Mark R. and Victoria E. (née Karas) Shea. He attended Lewiston-Porter High School and had a great love for the outdoors, particularly...

Nov 28, 2024

Linda K. Smith, passed away peacefully in her home in Ransomville, NY, on Thursday, November 28, 2024. She was 85. Born on March 16, 1939, in Buffalo, NY, Linda was the cherished first child of the late J. Howard and Virginia L. (nee Foulke) Smith.

A proud alumna of Iroquois Central School, Linda graduated in 1956 and earned her associate's degree...

Nov 25, 2024

Lucille M. Cassick, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Monday, November 25, 2024, at Northgate Health Care Facility. She was 98 years old. Born on January 25, 1926, in Eldred, PA, Lucille was the beloved daughter of the late Ernest Pries and Marion (nee Stone) Pries.

Lucille dedicated many years of her life as a waitress at Greenwalt Restaurant and...

Nov 15, 2024

Robert P. Hillman, age 67, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024, at Buffalo General Hospital after a lengthy illness. Born on May 11, 1957, in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Willis W. and Dorothy Hillman, Sr.

Robert was a 1975 graduate of Lewiston Porter High School. He enjoyed attending the races at Ransomville Speedway and was a...

Nov 12, 2024

Jean M. Pollow of Ransomville, NY entered into eternal rest in Our Lady of Peace Nursing Home on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. She was 94 years old. Born on in Wilson, NY on November 2, 1930, the daughter of late Frank and Mabel (nee Seefeldt) Zahno.

Jean was a graduate of Wilson High School class of 1948. She married Donald W....

Nov 8, 2024

Martha M. Level passed away on November 8, 2024, at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital. She was 75. Born on September 10, 1949, in Niagara Falls, New York, she was the oldest child of Gordon E. and Virginia M. (nee Hillman) Strablow.

Martha was a 1967 graduate of Wilson Central School. Following high school, she attended...

Nov 7, 2024

Ari'Ella R. Campbell was called home to the Lord on Thursday, November 7, 2024. She was just 2 months old. Born on August 17, 2024 in Amherst, New York, the daughter of Amanda L. Campbell and Lewis Carver. Ari'Ella would brighten the room with her smile.

Besides her parents, Ari'Ella is survived by her dear...