Lockportian Deaths In 2002

A Record Of Lives Lived In Lockport...Expired This Year

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Year 2002

Stella R. Wnuk (Miller), 80, 12/31 in LMH.    Mother of five had worked at Wurlitzer Company.

Willard H. Harris, Jr., 69, 12/31 in Millard Fillmore. Father of two was Lockport lawyer.

Charles Ellis Timian, Jr., 55, 12/31 at LMH. Self-employed as SML Construction.
 
Stella R. Wnuk (Miller), 80, 12/31 in LMH. Mother of six worked at Wurlitzer and Airco Speer

Willard H. Harris, Jr., 69, 12/31 in Millard Filmore.  Lawyer was father of two.

Norma M. Cary, 76, 12/29 in Saginaw, MI.  Retired nurse left Lkpt at an early age.  Mother of two.

Helen M. Stein (Gaygen), 81, 12/28 at Buffalo General. Mother of two worked at HRD 22 years.

Clifford M. Yahr, 87, 12/28 in LMH.  Retired maintenance foreman at GM. WW-2 vet was father of three.

Helen M. Stein (Gaygen),  81, 12/28 in Buffalo General. 22 years at HRD, mother of two.

Helen, you are going to be missed so much, That smile that laugh.
The way you always made anyone welcome.
I will remember all the talks we use to have when I stop to see you.
You will forever be in my heart.
Love always
Your lil cuz
Wayne

Ruth Winters (Meyers), 84, 12/28 in LMH.  Worked at HRD and as beautician.

JoAnn Lee, 63, 12/28 in nursing home. Teacher was also nursing assistant at LMH.

Mary M. Cavagnaro, 82, 12/28 in San Antonio, TX. US military career began with US Army in WW-2.

Wilina K. Shields (Gilbert), 62, 12/26 in NT.     Mother of two had worked as volunteer at LMH.

Velma L. Thome (O'Guinn), 68, 12/25 in LMH.  Mother of three ran beauty shop for thirty years.

Frances S. Totter (Salmeri), 94, 12/25 in nursing home. Moved to Lkpt from Holley.  Worked for Delco in Rochester.

Martha H. Stearns (Haber), 79, 12/25 in LMH.  Mother of one.

Richard G. Stephens, 55, 12/25 in ECMC.  Father of one had worked at Dusault Foundry.

Howard C. Schrieber, 81, 12/25 in LMH. WW-2 worked for Lkpt Post Office.  Father of two.

Charles H. Steadman, 84, 12/23 in Westfield, NY.     Retired after 43 years engineer at  HRD.  Father of two.

Olive Carol Gardner, 12/23.  Mother of three.     Had worked as "monitor" for Lockport Schools.

Joseph F. Williamson, 76, 12/23 in Buffalo General.     Retired maintenance foreman at HRD.  Father of five.

Mary A. Beatty (Williams), 81, 12/23 at Millard Fillmore. Mother of two had been baker at Bells supermarket.

Carl J. Seymour, 73, 12/22 in Buffalo.  Father of three retired after 44 years with HRD/Lockport.

James E. Clark, 69, 12/21.  Carpenter and retired USAF employee.  Father of one.

Francis "Bud" Devine, 81, 12/19 in LMH. Father of five, WW-2 vet, retired from NYSEG.

Francis "Bud" Devine, of Lockport, entered into rest Thursday, December 19, 2002 at Lockport Memorial Hospital. Born in Lockport on August 8th, 1921, he was the son of Frank and Mary Ann (O'Callaghan) Devine. Mr. Devine served in the United States Army during WWII from 1941-1945, in North Africa and Italy. He received the European-African-Middle Eastern Service Medal and the World War II Victory Medal.

Mr. Devine retired from NYSEG in 1984, after 35 years as a lineman. He was a member of St. Patrick's Church, The VFW, the American Legion, the National Rifle Association and enjoyed fishing. ...

He is predeceased by his wife Phyliss (Conley) Devine, who passed away January 10th, 1956. They were married at St. Anthony's Church in Lockport in 1945.

He is the father of Dennis (Mary Beth) Devine, David (Roxanne) Devine, Douglas Devine, Darcie Devine and the late Timothy Devine. Grandfather of Kelly Lynn Devine, Kristen (Anthony) Molinaro, Jamie Devine, Mike Devine, Brian Devine, and Jenny Elizabeth Devine. Brother of Charles (Edna) Devine, Helen Barron and the late William Devine and Mary Morphet; brother-in-law of Louis Devine and the late William Barron; also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from Friday 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, Corner of Transit and Niagara Streets, where the funeral services will be held at 9:30 AM on Saturday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Patrick's Church with Father Francis Schimscheiner offering at 10 AM. Interment in Glenwood Cemetery. Memorials made to the YMCA would be appreciated by the family.

Thomas E. Sy, 65, 12/19 in LMH. Retired industrial engineer worked at Harrison's. Father of three.

Robert James Brown II, 31, 12/19.  Welder was from NYC.  Survived by wife, Michelle.

Milton Muscarella, 92, 12/19 in Pittsburgh, PA.    Retired HRD machinist.  Father of two. Coming back for burial here.

Milton Muscarella of Pittsburgh, PA, formerly of Lockport entered into rest on Thursday, December 19 2002 in Pittsburgh, after a long illness. Born in Rochester on April 11, 1910, he was the son of Vincenzo and Vincenza (Coletti) Muscarella.

Mr. Muscarella retired in 1972 from Harrison Radiator, after 30 years, where he worked as a machinist. He was a member of St. Joseph's Church, the Knights of Columbus and enjoyed bowling and watching bowling.

He is the father of Janine Cliff of Florida and Janice Carroll of Pennsylvania. Funeral arrangements were handled by the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home. Services were Monday morning, December 23^rd with a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated with Father Joseph Rogliano at St. Joseph’s Church. Interment in Glenwood Cemetery.

Frederick M. Hamelink, 84, 12/18 in ICMH. WW-2 vet was supervisor at HRD. Father of two.

Kathryn Covey (Green), 12/17 in Concord, NH.  Mother of two taught at St. John's 15 years.

Roger "Bud" Garlock, 73, 12/17 in Endicott, NY.    Father of two was formerly of Lockport.

Roger "Bud" Garlock, 73, of Endicott, formerly of Lockport passed away Tuesday morning, December 17, 2002 at Wilson Memorial Hospital in Johnson City, NY. He was predeceased by his wife, Claire Garlock, in 1998; his brother, Eugene Garlock and parents Frederick and Rose Garlock of Lockport.

He is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, Steven and Teresa Garlock, Binghamton, Jeff and Ellen Garlock, Hamlin, N.Y.; two grandchildren, Kelsey and Dylan Garlock, both of Hamlin, N.Y.; his sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Lucille Pignatelli, Apalachin, Rita and Robert Ryczak, Endicott, Mary Jo Garlock, Lockport, N.Y.; and a special cousin, Virginia Fritton, Lockport, N.Y.; also several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Church, Endicott, a veteran of the US Army, serving during the Korean War, a member of the American Legion Post #1700, the Endicott Elks Lodge B.P.O.E. #1977.

He was the retired owner/operator of Monroe Optical, Endicott. He attended St. Bonaventure University and graduated from The State University of NY Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences at Buffalo. Bud was an avid card player, and an accomplished amateur athlete who passed on his passion for sports to both of his sons. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends. Funeral services will be held on Friday, 12:30 p.m., from the Leon Pucedo Funeral Home, Inc., 1905 Watson Blvd., Endicott, and at 1 p.m. at St. Anthony of Padua Church, where a Funeral Mass will be offered. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Pucedo Funeral Home on Thursday from 7 to 9 p.m. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in memory of Mr. Garlock may be made to a charity of one's choice.

James P. Byrne, 71, 12/16 in Passaic, NJ.  Lockport native taught school and active in Democratic Party operations.

James Soha, 58, 12/15  in LMH.  Father of four was truck driver.

George L. Bisher, Jr., 76, 12/14 in nursing home.    Medic in WW-2, had worked at Harrison's.  Father of seven.

Bonnie M. Haseley, 59, 12/13 in LMH.  Mother of one had worked production at LMH.

Francis R. Higgins, 86, 12/11 in LMH. Retired after 35 years at HRD as sales engineer.  Father of four.

Donald R. Covell, 84, 12/11 in LMH. Harrison tinsmith, father of two.

Catherine S. Herb (McIlory), 77, 12/9 in nursing home.    Mother of six.

Matthew Ryan Torrey, 26, 12/9 at home in Lkpt.   Machine operator at Jamestown Container. Father of two.

Matthew Ryan Torrey, 26, of Lockport, entered into rest, Monday, December 9, 2002 at home after a long battle with cancer. Born in Northampton, Massachusetts on January 10, 1976, he is the son of Doug and Pauline Torrey. Matthew moved to Lockport in 1979. He graduated from Lockport Senior High School in 1995 and Niagara Community College in 1997. He worked at Jamestown Container as a machine operator. Matthew was an avid skateboarder and sports fan.

He is the husband of Jen Torrey and the father of Taylor and Ryan Torrey; brother of Brian Torrey of Lockport and Deirdre Jon Slate of Chelmsford, Mass.

Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Wednesday and 2-4 and 7-9 on Thursday at the Taylor and Reynolds Funeral Home, Corner of Transit and Niagara Streets. The Funeral Service will be held on Friday at 11 AM at the Funeral Home. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Mr. Torrey’s children would be appreciated by the family.

Jackson G. Morse, 82, 12/9 at LMH. Retired supervisor at old Upson Company.  Father of three.

Joseph A. Qualiana, 71, 12/8 in St. Petersburg, FL.    Father of five was Lkpt barber before moving to FL.

Mildred B. Harris (Burrows), 84, 12/8 in LMH.    Mother of two.  Enjoyed playing bridge.

Mida Mae Miller (Hollenbeck), 85, 12/8 in DeGraft Hospital. Mother of two worked production at HRD.

Helenbeth Hoenig, 71, 12/7, at LMH.  Worked 40 years at LMH as nurse's aid.  Graduate of Stella Niagara.

Helenbeth Hoenig, 71, of Lockport, entered into rest Saturday, December 7, 2002 at Lockport Memorial Hospital. Born in Lockport on September 18, 1931, she was the daughter of Edward J. Hoenig and Helen C. (Burke) Hoenig.

Helenbeth was a graduate of Stella Niagara Academy and worked as a nurse’s aid at Lockport Memorial Hospital for over 40 years. In addition, she was the exclusive care-giver for her invalid mother for 25 years. She was a member of St. John's Roman Catholic Church her entire life.

She is the sister of Edward (Doris) Hoenig of Conway, SC and Matthew (Teresa) Hoenig of Avon Lake, OH; aunt of Ellen (John) Stout of Tonawanda, Mary Katherine (Barry) Ward of Bay Village, OH, Gregory (Noreen) Hoenig of Berwin, IL and Joseph Hoe f Gotha, FL.

Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, comer of Transit and Niagara Streets, where the funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Monday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Baptist Church at 10:00 a.m. Burial in St. Patrick's Cemetery will be at the convenience of the family.

Mary E. Grimble (Smith), 82, 12/6 in Largo, FL. Taught school in NT.  Volunteer at LMH & Meals on Wheels.

Samuel J. Sansone, 58, 12/6 in Las Vegas, NV.  LSHS '63 moved to Vegas to be in gambling industry.

Frank L. Dunker, 76, 12/6.  WW-2 vet retired from HRD after 40 years.

James C. Taylor, 56, 12/5.  Retired after 25 years at Harrison. 

Evelyn E. Laubacker (Rohr), 91, 12/5.  Mother of six.

Ronald F. Young, 70, 12/4 in LMH. Retired forklift operator.  Father of four.

Edna Mae Timkey, 83, 12/3 in ICMH.  Worked as bookkeeper for Lockport Cotton Batten and for Lloyd Cochran.

Joseph E. Tanner, 88, 12/3 in LMH.  Retired production worker for R. J. Reynolds.  Survived by wife Lillie.

Laura Rinaldo (DiProfio), 91, 12/2 in nursing home. Mother of two worked at Lockport Textile Mill.

Laura (DiProfio) Rinaldo of Lockport, entered into rest Monday, December 2, 2002 at Briody Health Care Facility. Born in Girard, Ohio, on May 21, 1911, she was the daughter of Anna Marie (Nicola) And Egidio DeProfio. She married Lawrence Rinaldo on October 19, 1939 in Lockport. He predeceased her on May 29, 1960.

She worked at the textile mill in Lockport. She was a member of St. Anthony's Church, enjoyed cooking, baking and was a homemaker.

She is the mother of Frank J. (Isabelle) Rinaldo and Larry J. (Carol) Rinaldo; grandmother of Michael Rinaldo of Buffalo, Eric (Judy) Rinaldo of Las Vegas, Andrew Rinaldo of Salt Lake City, Matthew Rinaldo, Rebecca Rinaldo and Joseph Rinaldo all of Lockport; great grandmother of Nicholas Rinaldo; sister of Elizabeth Berardi and the late Elmer and Dominic Gagliardi and Ernest DiProfio; sisterin-law of Katherine DeProfio; also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 7-9 PM on Tuesday and 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Wednesday at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, comer of Transit and Niagara Streets, where the funeral services will be held at a time to be announced. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at St. Anthony's Church with Father Joseph Rogliano celebrating. Interment in St. Patrick's Cemetery. Memorials made to St. Anthony's Church would be appreciated by the family.

Helen Dubai (Blonkowski), 74, 11/30 at LMH. Mother of two was bookkeeper, secretary.

Helen T. Leitner (Burns), 91, 11/30 at home.    Retired school teacher was mother of one.

Eugene Albert Marzo, 60, 11/29, at home.  Father of three, retired from Delphi-Harrison after 34 years.

Gloria M. Barnum (Epps), 76, 11/27 in Ontario, CA hospital.  Mother of three back in Lkpt for services, burial.

Maud A. Kearns, 89, 11/27 in LMH.  School teacher and retired HRD worker. WW-2 Women's Army Corp vet.

Antoinette Pool (Wilson), 99, 11/25 in Johnson City.    Former grocery store (Pine St) owner and secretary. Mother of 2.

BobbyJo Kennedy (Spencer), 28, 11/25 suddenly.    Clerk at Tops and M&T Bank.  Mother of three.

Carmella M. Scinta (Orlando), 83, 11/25 at LMH. Mother of three was active in church work at St. Joseph's.

Margaret S. Parsons (LaForest), 88, 11/24 at ICMH.    Mother of three.

William R. Timkey, Sr., 87, 11/23 in nursing home. WW-2 vet father of 7. Worked Bell Aircraft & used car dealer.

Robert W. McCarthy, 88, 11/22 in Auburn, IN. Father of two, retired enginner worked for Dittmer Gear.

Mollie A. Martin (Korff), 71, 11/22 in Buffalo General.    Mother of two was teacher at St. John's Middle School.

Bridget E. Empson (Grace), 60, 11/21 at LMH.  Mother of five was a licensed practical nurse.

Jean E. Schmidt, 53, 11/21.  Mother of two worked for BOCES.  Apparent murder victim.

Eugenia Moran (Scalzo), 96, 11/20 at LMH.  Mother of one worked at Harrison's for 43 years.

Robert C. Seely, 65, 11/20 at LMH.  Father of three.

Kathleen D. Fogle (Stevenson), 11/19 at Millard Fillmore. Registered nurse worked in Buffalo hospitals.

Franklin J. Oldfield, 62, 11/19 at LMH. Disabled self-employed TV repairman.

Charles R. Schaefer, 70, 11/18 at LMH.  Father of three did turf maintenance at Transit Valley Country Club.

Nora M. White (Spence), 76, 11/18.  Mother of nine was born in Bahamas.  Worked briefly at HRD.

Joyce C. Wohleben (Spring), 65, 11/18 at LMH. Mother of 7 worked at HRD, Sylvania, Mercy Home Care.

Martin J. Zimmer, 83, 11/17 at LMH. Father of three managed gas stations and Reid's Drive-In.

Bernice V. Hahn (Horan), 83, 11/17 in nursing home. Mother of 11 also worked as nurse's aid.

Eleanor K. McKensley, 85, 11/17. Mother of two operated Murphy's Restaurant & Tavern on Pine St. for 30 years.

Louis F. Licata, 79, 11/17 at ICMH. Father of three, retired from Harrison Radiator.

Bernadette Anderson (Schaffert), 73, 11/17.  Was secretary at Von Dungen. Wife of late Ken Anderson, City Clerk.

Sharon E. Stahl, 68, 11/16 in San Jose, CA.  Mother of four.  Left Lkpt 37 years ago.

Raymond R. Conley, 68, 11/15 at LMH.  Father of three was insurance salesman.

Antonia Aiello (Foti) , 90, 11/13 at LMH.  Mother of three came to Lockport from Italy in '93.

Antonia Foti Aiello of Lockport entered into rest Wednesday, November 13, 2002 at Lockport Memorial Hospital. Born in Conflenti, Italy on September 17, 1912, she was the daughter of Antonio and Felicia (Caruso) Foti. She is predeceased by her husband Paolo Aiello who passed away in 1991.

She lived in San Bernardo, Catanzaro, eighty one years before coming to America on June 19, 1993, where she joined her son and daughter and their families in Lockport.

She is the mother of Mary (Angelo) DiMillo, Michael (Antoinette) Molinaro, both of Lockport and Camelina (Raffaele) Sirianni of Melbourne, Australia; grandmother of Rosanna (Ed) Sandell, A. Angelo (Susan) DiMillo Paul Dan (Kathy) DiMillo, Rita (Michael) Dembrow, Thomas (Michelle) DiMillo, Anthony (Kristen) Molinaro, Rosa Maria Molinaro, Michael Molinaro all of Lockport, Maria (Joe) Lercara and Salvatore (Enza) Sirianni of Melbourne, Australia.

Friends may call from 7-9 PM on Thursday and 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Friday at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, Comer of Transit and Niagara Streets, where prayers will be held at a time to be announced on Saturday. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at St. Joseph's Church. Entombment in Glenwood Mausoleum. Memorials to St. Clare Manor would be appreciated by the family.

Mary E. Thomas (Nagel, DeChambreau, Poyfair), 78, 11/12 at LMH.  Mother of 5 was Lkpt School lunch clerk.

H. William Richards, 80, 11/12 at LMH.  Father of three was dairy farmer.

Gordon Leo Swanson, 79, 11/11 at sleep, at home.   Retired LSHS History & English teacher.  World traveler.

William H. Lambert, 67, 11/8.  Retired from HRD production in '97.  Father of six.

William R. Dobbins, 84, 11/8 at LMH.  WW-2 vet, father of three.  Retired from Harrison Radiator after 30 years.

William J. Gerner, 11/7.    Professional engineer was Lkpt Commissioner of Public Works.  WW-2 vet.

William J. Gerner was called by his Lord to be with him on November 7th 2002. He was a devout Roman Catholic, and lifelong member, and supporter of St. Mary's Catholic Church, Lockport New York. He was predeceased by his Mother, Agnes Cynthia (nee Hebeler) Gerner,  his Father Joseph A. Gerner, and his elder sister Lucile (Gerner) Umhoefer. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Josephine K. Gerner (Smith), formerly of Buffalo,  his sisters, Mrs.Thelma Scott, Mrs. Aldine Finley, Mrs. Jeanette Travers, and Mrs. George Holly. He loved all of his sisters, and because of their number formed a special, joking, bastion of masculinity, with his Father to pretend a stance of firm masculinity. Their antics were a great joy for all of the family.

Mr. Gerner served with the U. S, Navy during W.W.II as a Lt. JG. After the war, Bill was an "Engineer's Engineer."  He, a licensed Professional Engineer in New York State, was very generous in tutoring and loaning books to others who hoped to achieve that status. For some time he was an avid hunter, and gun collector. Prior to becoming Lockport's City Engineer, and later Commissioner of Public Works, Bill was an Engineer for Bell Aircraft, at Wheatfield. N.Y. For several years he worked on a highly demanding and secret project known to Bell people as the "Dyna-Soar Project" which is now familiar to all of us as the "Space Shuttle." Bill's comments at the time were, "We are trying to build something that will take us to places to which no one has ever been."

There will be no calling hours. There will be a memorial Mass on Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2002 at 2 PM at St. Mary's Church, Saxton Street, Lockport, New York. Bill will be remembered as a kindly, loving husband, brother, and friend by all of his family. Among the many who will remember him are several nieces and nephews, and Brothers-in-law whose love and respect for Bill will remain with them for all of their lives.   ---W. D. Travers

Mary V. Allstein (VanWagner), 11/7.  Further details on wife of late George Allstein not provided.

George Aloysius Gardner, 82, 11/7 in Wilmington, NC.    Father of three was WW-2 vet.  Sister and son in Lkpt.

Sara J. Franklin (Frombgen), 11/6 in Boynton Beach, FL.   Secretary grew up in Lockport, home again for burial.

Sara J. (Sally Jo Frombgen) Franklin of Boynton Beach, Florida, formerly of Lockport, entered into rest November 6th, 2002 at home, in Florida. She was the daughter of the late Mr. & Mrs. Joseph E Frombgen of Lockport. She was a graduate of Sacred Heart Academy and attended the University of Buffalo, graduated from North Park Business School in Buffalo and attended Barry College in Boca Raton Florida.

There will be no prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, November 23rd, 2002, at 11. AM at St. Patrick's Church in Lockport. Interment in St. Patrick’s Cemetery. Arrangements by the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home,Comer of Transit and Niagara Streets, Lockport.

Roslyn Mellan (Bodekor), 75, 11/6.  Retired practical nurse was mother of four.

Helen Ellis (Lentivech, Raczkiewicz), 82, 11/5 in Fayetteville, GA.   Owned Lkpt restaurants. Mother of two.

Helen Lentivech Ellis, 82, wife of Howard Ellis, of Lockport, NY, died unexpectedly Tuesday, November 5, 2002, in Fayette Community Hospital, Fayetteville, Georgia. Born January 20, 1920, in Lockport, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Sophia Zarnowski Lentivech. Mrs. Ellis owned and operated Little George's restaurant on Ohio Street for many years and also operated The Sub Shop on Route 31 for thirty years. She loved animals, was an avid reader and a Buffalo Bills football fan.

Mrs. Ellis is survived by her husband, Howard Ellis; one son Paul (Rosemary) Raczkiewicz of St. Louis, Missouri; one daughter Judith (Ken) Bieman, of Peachtree City, Georgia; and three grandchildren, Ann Raczkiewicz, Edward Raczkiewicz and Ellen Raczkiewicz; all of St. Louis. Also by sisters, Mary Keleher, Stella Kuchey, Margaret, Margaret Bascom and several nieces and nephews. She was the former wife of the late Edward Raczkiewicz and the sister of the late John Lentivech, Joseph Lentivech, Catherine Cappola, Stanley Podeszek, Frederick Podeszek, Frank Podeszek and Ida Bucolo.

Friends may call Monday morning after 9 AM at the Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, 242 Genesee St. where prayers will be offered Monday morning at 9:30 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10 AM in St. John the Baptist Church, 168 Chestnut St. Interment will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery.

Dennis L. Budde, 52, 11/5 in Egg Harbor, NJ.  LSHS '69 grad served in US Army.  Returned to Lkpt for burial.

Tomiko Stalker, 76, 11/5.   Retired seamstress for Mt. View Hospital.  Mother of two, born in Japan.

Mrs. Stalker died suddenly Tuesday night, November 4, 2002.  She was a retired seamstress of twenty years at Mount View Hospital in Lockport.  She was born in Beppu, Japan.  She moved to the United States after marrying her husband of 48 years, Carl E. Stalker, who survives her.

She is also survived by her sons, Edward C. (Barbara) of New Jersey and Michael R. (Gail) of Lockport.  Also survived by proxy sons:  Robert S. of Niagara Falls, Timothy and Patrick B. of Wheatfield, Richard P. of Lockport, Nathan H. of Rochester, Gary W. of New Jersey and Richard M. of Ohio. 

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Western New York Arthritis Foundation.  The body has been donated, in according to her wishes, to the State University of New York Anatomical Gift Program.  A private memorial will be held for the family.  Arrangements made by Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home.

Charles H. Ferguson, 71, 11/4 at LMH.  Metals industry salesman. Father of four.

Philip J. Artieri, 92, 11/3 at LMH. Retired from HRD. Operated broom shop.  Father of one.

Susanne L. Thompson, 68, 11/3.  Mother of eight was born in Ft. Erie.  Worked Lkpt Wal-Mart & Nia. Co. Produce.

Leonard A. Harvey, 71, 11/3 while motoring on ATV.    Retired from Niagara Stone.  Father of two.

Robert E. Travers, 77, 11/2.  Retired from Purchasing at HRD.  Father of two.

Charles Richards Wood, 93, 11/2 in Washington State. Father of three had worked from GM at Lkpt.

Florence I. Greene, 84, 11/1 in Davisburg, MI.    Mother of two returned to Lockport for burial.

Albert Gansworth, 80, 11/1.  WW-2 vet was ironworker.  Father of six.

Doris M. Outwater (Philleo), 99, 11/1 at LMH. Mother of one.

Carl P. Breloff, 84, 10/31 at LMH. Father of three, retired HRD engineer.

Douglas Hale Shield, Jr., 68, 10/31 in Bakersfield, CA.    Father of four was garbage worker for City of Lkpt.

Lewis J. Rosselli, 82, 10/30 at LMH.  WW-2 vet was father of four.  Laborer.

Samuel N. Burkhardt, 66, 10/28 while hunting near Scio, NY.  Retired LkptSupt. Parks & Streets. Father of three.

David W. Green Sr., 10/28 at Buffalo General.    Father of two.

Betty Long, 77, 10/26.  Mother of two was bookkeeper.

William F. McGreevy, 49, 10/26 at Mt. St. Mary's.    Father of three, electronic technician at Sigma Corp.

John A. Cornelius, 40, 10/23 at LMH. Provided house-cleaning services.

Judith K. Costello (Steuernagel), 57, 10/19 at LMH.    Mother of five worked at Harrison Radiator for eight years.

Lillian Urtel (Gardner, Stimson), 82, 10/18.  Mother of three.

Frederick W. Ross, 91, 10/18 in Winter Park, FL.    Father of two taught in Lkpt schools 38 years.

Genevieve Beers (Wilson), 75, 10/18 at Buffalo General.    Worked at Lkpt Felt and ICMH.  Mother of two.

Joseph P. Giallella, 51, 10/16 at Mt. St. Mary's.    Had operated Transit Drive-In, former Lkpt Conservative Party chair.

Brenda Rae Barber (Empson), 44, 10/16 at home.    Mother of one worked at Briody Nursing Home.

Edward J. Hintz, 55, 10/15 at home. Father of five worked at Sears.

Lester G. Newton, 100, 10/14 in nursing home. Father of two retired from Harrison Radiator.

Peggy R. Allison, 80, 10/13 at LMH.  Mother of three worked for NY Tel, and Chet's Dog House.

Albert J. Borner, Sr., 72, 10/12.  Father of five had worked for Simonds Saw & Steel.

Daisy M. Dickson (Johnson), 78, 10/12 at LMH.    Mother of two.

Mary E. Deschamp (Wheaton), 10/10 in Jupiter, FL.    Mother of three brought back to Lkpt for burial.

Millie M. Webb (Heary, Yanicki) 10/9, at home. Retired production worker at HRD.  Mother of five.

Rose Marie Corea (Ben), 84, 10/9 in E. Rochester. Lkpt native, mother of two, taught in E. Rochester schools.

Alfred C. Webdale, Jr., 67, 10/7 in Port Orange, FL.    Father of two moved to Florida in '92.

Nancy Louise Whitmore (Watier, Derda), 51, 10/6 in Newfane.  Mother of two retired from HRD

Donna R. LaSpada (Reynolds), 78, 10/4. Retired HRD in '81 after 30 years.  Mother of two

Gilbert I. Gordon, 75, 10/3 in LMH.  Father of two, born in Scotland was warehouse worker at PIE Trucking.

Marjorie R. Sanford (Shaw), 76, 10/2 in nursing home. Mother of four.

Milton J. Stoll, 89, 10/2, at ICMH.  Retired from production at Simonds Saw & Steel.  Father of four

Donald E. Skutt, 71, 10/1 at LMH.  Life details not provided.

Thomas E. Hallifax, 83, 10/1 in Lakeland, FL. Lkpt native retired from USAF.  Father of two returned here for burial.

Dellis Y. Vincent (Costello), 77, 10/1 at LMH.    Mother of five worked in Pentagon during WW-2.

Lois June Schmidt (Forman), 78, 10/1 in Rochester.    24 years at Anna Merritt School.  Mother of five.

Howard J. Schafer, 74, 9/30 at LMH.  Owned Schafer Trucking for fifty years.  Father of three.

Danny O. Clare, 42, 9/29 in Orleans Cty auto accident.    Father of one worked construction.

Doris A. Riley (Bain), 72, 9/29 in Otsego, MI. Worked for NY Tel here before moving in '70.  Mother of one.

Betty M. Lorish, 78, 9/28 at LMH.  Survived by three brothers and a sister.

Anna M. Carmer (Thompson), 75, 9/28 at LMH.  Mother of one worked at Norton Labs.

Paul A. Carey, 88, 9/27 at ICMH.  Born in Lkpt, worked Simmonds for 35 years.

Louis F. Phoebus, 73, 9/23 in Melbourne, FL.    Retired from Mont. Ward.  Father of three former President Lkpt CofC.

Stella H. Genewick (Haber), 92, 9/21 in nursing home. Retired from HRD.  Mother of four.

Florence Scheuttle (Carney), 88, 9/21 in Sisters' Hospital.  Worked at Williams Brothers, Grants.  Mother of one.

Dorothy Louise Glynn (Wendler), 90, 9/20 in nursing home. Mother of two had worked as bookkeeper Randleigh Farm.

John Rosemellia, 71, 9/20 at ICMH.  Father of seven owner of "Burt Hotel."

Walter A. Kandt, 83, 9/20 in Palmetto, FL.  Father of five once headed Prudden & Kandt Funeral Home.

Walter A. "Wally" Kandt, retired president of Prudden and Kandt Funeral Home, passed away September 20,2002, in Palmetto FL.  He is survived by his wife Ruth Meier Kandt; three daughters Barbara L. Kandt of Galveston, TX, Karen (Mark) Meyer of Aurora, CO, Susan (Peter) Hughes of Pittsburg, PA and two sons Robert (Catherine) Kandt of Lexington, KY and Charles (LuAnn) Kandt of Daytona, FL. ten grandchildren, his sister Helen (Walter) Hanson of Madison WI. Funeral services were held September 25,2002 at 10 o'clock in Trinity Lutheran Church. Interment was in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery.

Lorraine H. Gardner (Haller), 91, 9/19 in nursing home.    Retired Lkpt school teacher was mother of one.

Helen F. Newell, 92, 9/19 at LMH.  Retired from Harrison Radiator Div. (HRD) of General Motors at Lockport.

Laurella W. Dolbear (Wilson), 95, 9/18 in nursing home.    Retired bookkeeper at The Upson Company.

Helen M. McKie (Adams), 81, 9/17 at LMH.  Mother of three was secretary at County Welfare office.

Velva L. Sours (Eckrman), 78, 9/15 in Millard Filmore.    Mother of one was retired secretary.

James W. Bennett, 63, 9/14 at Lake Huntington.  LHS grad moved to NYC to be ad man.  Father of three.

Gayle S. Fish (Schrader), 9/14.  Mother of four.    Further details not provided.

Mary S. Grabiec (Slomba), 92, 9/13 at LMH. Owned Grabiec's Tavern, retired from HRD.  Mother of two.

Friends may call from 7-9 on Sunday and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Monday at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, comer of Transit and Niagara Streets, where the funeral service will be held at 9:30, a.m. on Tuesday. A Mass of Christian Burial at St. Anthony's Church will follow at 10:00 a.m. Interment in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Lewiston, NY.

Loraine E. Mullaney (Sheehan), 83, 9/13 at LMH. Retired manager of  Norban's Dress Shop.

Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Sunday at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, comer of Transit and Niagara Streets, where the funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday. A Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary's Church will follow. Interment in St. Patrick's Cemetery.

Michael James Delahunt, 51, 9/11 at Kenmore Mercy.    Had worked in Special Education and ran restaurant in Buffalo.

Mark Peter Joensen, 37, 9/10 in auto accident near Charlotte, NC.  Father of three.

Mr. Joensen, formerly of Lockport, died Tuesday night (9/10) in a car accident near his home in Charlotte, NC.

Son of John & Pat Joensen of Lockport, he graduated from Lockport High School in 1982. He leaves behind a wife, Cindy and three children, Daniel, 14, Alex, 11 and Ellie, 7. Friends may call at Gannon Funeral Home in Lackawanna on Sunday 9/15 from 7-9pm and on Monday 9/16 from 2-4pm and 7-9pm. Funeral Mass held on Tuesday, 9/17 at 10:30AM at OLV Basilica in Lackawanna.

Doris E. Schultz (Starling), 86, 9/10.  Mother of two.  LHS grad worked Starpoint Cafeteria and Beef House Truck Stop.

Marcella M. Laubacker (Schmitt),  81, 9/6.    Mother of three.

Carmen D'Angelo, 88, 9/6 at LMH. Retired from Simonds Saw & Steel.  Father of three.

Carmen D'Angelo of Lockport, NY entered into rest Friday, September 6, 2002 at Lockport Memorial Hospital. Born in Italy May 21, 1914, he was the son of Joseph and Maria (Farchione) D'Angelo.

Friends may call from 7-9 PM on Sunday and 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Monday at the Taylor and Reynolds Funeral Home, comer of Transit and Niagara Streets, where the funeral service will be held at 9:30 AM on Tuesday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Anthony's Church at 10:00 AM. Interment in Cold Springs Cemetery.

William J. Zapp, 73, 9/6 at LMH. Retired production worker at Harrison Radiator Division of GM (28 years).

Roanne D. Haseley (Welton), 62, 9/6.  Had just retired as Office Manager at Quality Markets.  Mother of two.

Opal James (Fisher), 96, 9/6 in nursing home.    Mother of one operated James Chocolate Shop pre-Lkpt UR.

Eleanor Mae Hale (Servis), 75, 9/5 at ICMH. Mother of three.

Carol M. Bonkoske (Dean), 60, 9/5 at Buffalo General. Mother of one was staff coordinator at LMH.

Raymond W. Miller, Sr., 68, 9/4 at LMH. Retired millwright at HRD.  Father of three.

Mary Louise Cocciolo (DiGiovine), 81, 9/4 at Millard Fillmore.  Mother of one.

Otillia R. Kneiser (Reich), 93, 9/2 in Williamsport, PA.    Mother of three moved from Lkpt in '00. Retired from GM.

Esther E. Heim (Popp), 82, 9/2.  Mother of five.

Patricia Appolito (Yanicki), 64, 9/2 at ECMC.   Mother of four worked as bus and health care aide.

Gladys Luella Pohl (Reid), 84, 9/2 at LMH.  Mother of one had worked as fashion model, at at Trico Products.

Helen M. Fink (Bunn), 87, 9/2 in Cheektowaga.    Mother of three had operated Fink's Restaurant with late husband.

Debra D. Phillips (Bennett), 34, 9/1 at her home.    Mother of two had worked at Ultra Tool.

Hazel G. Anterline (Werth), 82, 8/31 at LMH.  Lkpt Town Clerk for 28 years.  Mother of two.

Gwendolyn Ruth Swem (Smith), 78, 8/30 in Largo, FL.    Retired Lockport secretary was mother of two.

Ilse Neivert (Kaiser), 78, 8/30 in nursing home. Mother of two was teacher.  Came from Germany via England.

Robert K. McKenna, 87, 8/29 in Danville, PA.  WW-2 vet retired from HRD after 40 years.  Father of three.

Alice A. Halstead (Ryan), 92, 8/29 in nursing home. Wife of the late Ray W. Halstead who died in January 1974.

Deborah Woodworth, 45, 8/28 at home in Lockport.    Cashier at Stamp's Gas Station.

Deborah Woodworth of Lockport entered into rest Wednesday, August 28, 2002 at home.  Born October 7, 1956 in Hornell, NY she was the daughter of William and the late Betty Woodworth.

Ms. Woodworth had worked at Stamp's Gas Station as a cashier for several years where where was known as an all around good person.  There will be no prior visitation and funeral services will be private at the convenience of the family.    Funeral arrangements have been coordinated by Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home of Lockport.

Donald R. Hulshoff, 79, 8/28 in nursing home.  WW-2 vet was engineer at Simonds. Father of five.

Ralph R. "Ray" Foltz, 85, 8/27 at LMH.    Father of three worked for HRD, Curtiss-Wright, and Calspan Corp.

Marshall E. Seddon, Sr., 78, 8/26 in nursing home. WW-2 vet was engineer for HRD and Bell Aircraft.  Father of four.

Lester C. Burch, Sr., 85, 8/26 at LMH.  WW-2 vet was father of five.  Amateur Radio experimenter.

Ruth M. Estes (Cole), 79, 8/24 at LMH.  Mother of three was active in Calvary Baptist Church.

Jennie Lynn Bennett (Lancaster, Vosburg), 49, 8/24.    Mother of four was personal care aid.

Acacia S. Litchard (Mackney), 25,  8/24 in auto accident. Worked at K-Mart, Ridge Road Express. Mother of five.

Martin W. Prendergast, 69, 8/23 in Sebastian, FL.    Former Lkpt firefighter was father of five.

Willard R. Hain, 90, 8/20 at LMH.  Father of two was a carpenter.

Claire M. Bell, 81, 8/20 at LMH.  Mother of two was teacher.

Lawrence G. Morehouse, 76, 8/19 in Buffalo General. Retired from US&J.  WW-2 vet was father of two.

John Matthew Judge, 76, 8/18 in Phoenix, AZ. WW-2 vet was lithographer.  Father of four.

James D. Foth, 33, 8/17 by suicide.  Found hanging in horse barn he owned on Robinson Road. 

James D. Foth

Beloved of Robin.
Father of Genevieve.
In Heaven you rest
With our babe at your breast.
Loving every finger and toe
Her smile, Her eyes.
Your smile, your eyes.
I miss you.
I love you, my sweet angels.

Louise M. Schulz (D'Angelo), 84, 8/17. Ran beauty shop for 30 years.  Mother of three.

Roy H. Parker, 85, 8/16.  No further information provided.

Wallace R. Carlton, 85, 8/16.  WW-2 vet, was Simonds Saw & Steel worker for 35 years.

Retha R. Szatkowski (Bennett), 73, 8/15. Mother of four had worked at Simonds Steel, Jupiter, Conway-Miller.

Penny Foster (Baldwin), 38, 8/15 at LMH.  Mother of two.

Alice M. Bauer, 87, 8/15 at LMH.  Mother of three.

Thomas Joseph Scott, 72, 8/14 at home in Newfane.  Retired laborer, HRD employee. Father of eight.

Thomas Scott, a native Lockportian, died on his birthday, August 14, 2002 at his home in Newfane.  He was the son of Roy Anthony and Grace Mae (Shirback) Scott.  His military service in the United States Navy included time on a submarine as a chef.

Mr. Scott was retired from Labors' Local 91.  He had also been employed at Harrison Radiator Division of General Motors in Lockport.  He was a member of the American Legion, the VFW, and the UAW Retiree's Club.

He was the father of eight children who survive him:  Roy J (Charlotte) Scott of Gasport, Thomas Al Scott of Tennessee, Douglas Scott of New Hampshire, Robert Scott of Florida, Alan J. Scott of Florida, Constance (David) Miller of Florida, and Denise Johnson of Alaska.

Friends may call Thursday, 8/22, from 2-4, 7-9 at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, Corner of Transit and Niagara Streets in Lockport where the funeral will be held on Friday morning at 9:15AM.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Bridget's Church in Newfane at 10AM.  Interment will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery at Lockport.

Vernon J. Elliott, 57, 8/14 in Buffalo General.    Welder at VanDungen.  Father of one.

Flora C. Monroe (Clingerman), 96, 8/13 in nursing home.    Mother of one worked at Kimberly Clark.

Gerda E. Walther (Sekund), 73, 8/12 at LMH.  Mother of two was born in Germany.

Peter K. Haber II, 8/11 in Tucson, AZ.  Korean War vet retired from Simonds.  Father of four left Lkpt in 1992.

Beatrice Gregory, 93, 8/11 in Lkpt.  No further information provided.

Kevin Bootes, 40, 8/11 at LMH.  Father of two had worked at Dussault Foundry.

Ruby C. Linderman, 82, 8/10.  No further info provided.

Margaret S. Foote, 87, 8/10.  Further info not provided.

Anna E. Hufnagel (Keller), 85, 8/10 in nursing home.    Mother of four was waitress and school food service worker.

Mary B. Renna, 80, 8/10 at LMH. Retired from HRD after 20 years working production.

Mary B. Renna, of Lockport, entered into rest on Saturday, August 10, 2002 at Lockport Memorial Hospital. Born on August 8, 1921 in Lockport, she was the daughter of Anthony and Ida Renna.

Friends may call from 7-8:30 on Wednesday evening at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, comer of Transit and Niagara Streets, where prayers will be held at 9:30AM on Thursday. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10AM at St. Joseph’s Church with Father Joseph Rogliano celebrating. Interment in Cold Springs Cemetery.

Grace Rosset, 92, 8/6.  Additional information not provided.

David S. Kotas, 21, 8/6 in motorcycle accident.    Worked at L&S Drywall.

Carol E. Wheaton (Warren), 64, 8/5.    Mother of three had worked at LMH and St. Clare Manor.

Carol E. Wheaton of Lockport entered into rest Monday, August 5, 2002.  Born February 12, 1938 in Lockport, the daughter of Ellen Warren and the late Elwood Warren.  Mrs. Wheaton worked at Lockport Memorial Hospital for over 20 years, Saint Clare Manor for 12 years and was a foster grandmother at Roy B. Kelly School.  Among recreational pursuits she enjoyed Bingo and going on rides.

She is the mother of Anthony (Stacey) Wheaton, Perry Wheaton, and Donald Wheaton.    Grandmother of Claudicia Villareal.  Sister of Mary Ellen Beauman and George James Walter (Linda) Warren.  Friends may call 2-4 and 7-9PM on Wednesday, 8/7, at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, Corner of Transit and Niagara Streets.   The funeral service will be held on Thursday at a time to be announced at Cold Springs Cemetery.  Memorials to the American Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.

Knud A. Hansen, 99, 8/3 at home. Owned meat packing plant until 1965. Father of one.

Donna M. Burris (Doxey), 37, 8/3 in early morning fire at Urban Park Towers.  Mother of three.

Robert L. Kelley, 77, 8/2 at Buffalo General. WW-2 vet worked at Harrison Radiator for 33 years.

Richard J. Bond, 54, 7/31 in Salt Lake City, UT.     Father of four was truck driver.

Richard Joseph Bond, formerly of Lockport, entered into rest suddenly on Monday, July 31, 2002, in Salt Lake City, Utah.
Born December 26, 1947 to Doreen and the late Joseph Bond, he was born and raised in Lockport.
Mr. Bond was a long distance tractor trailer driver.  He also loved to fly airplanes.
Besides his mother, he is survived by his wife, Susan Haseley Bond and children Joseph, Bobbie Sue, Jeremy Bull, and Tracy. He is also survived by a sister, Lynn Dipolo of Lockport, and by grandchildren.

Jean Zywiczynski (Taranowicz), 83, 7/31 at LMH.    Mother of five.

Joseph K. Schuler, 17, 7/29 while running outdoors. Was to enter Junior year at Newfane High.

Michael L. George, 53, 7/28 in Millard Filmore. Engineer at Delphi-Harrison for 32 years.  Father of three.

Eathyl Pegelow (Naish, Seward), 81, 7/27 at Mt. View. Mother of three.

Ericsson R. McClain, 51, 7/27 at LMH. Father of five was retired parking lot attendant. 

R. Lambert Sillesky, 74, 7/25 in Atlanta, GA. Graduate of LHS, was field service engineer for Harrison.  Father of three.

Vernon F. Wolfe, 80, 7/25 at LMH.  WW-2 Navy radio operator.  Retired from Harrisons after 30 years.

Hubert "John" McEntee, 85, 7/25 at LMH. WW-2 vet was machinist.  Father of one.

Dorothy L. Ruhlman, 7/24.  Mothe of one was teacher at St. Patrick's School for many years.

Robert G. Jesson, 83, 7/24 at LMH.  Retired from Guterel Steel.  Father of three.

Robert H. Brado, 79, 7/22 in Sebring, FL. LHS '42 was school baseball coach.  Father of two.

Rachel Enzinna (Criswell), 81, 7/22 at LMH.  Mother of four.  Retired from Chevy/Tonawanda.

Robert E. Swigert, 44, 7/21 in Cambridge City, IN.    Worked at Corson's for 20 years.  Father of two.

Byron M. Linville, 87, 7/21 in Gloucester, MA.  WW-2 vet taught Phys Ed at Lkpt schools for 45 years.  Father of four.

George A. Whalen, 87, 7/20 in Chandler, AZ. Father of three was milkman for Castle's Citizens Dairy.

James G. Joustra, 95, 7/19 in nursing home. Father of four, manufacturer's rep.

Nancy J. Smith (Weaver), 64, 7/18 at LMH.  Mother of two.

Guenter F. Walther, 72, 7/17 at LMH.  Father of two was bricklayer.

James L. Cutter, 33, 7/16. Father of two was real estate agent.

Alberta Price, 75, 7/15 in Ft. Pierce, FL.  Moved from Lkpt in '88. Retired from Nia County Social Services.

Frederick J. Gibbs, Jr., 77, 7/15 at ICMH.  Retired Gasport school administrator.  WW-2 vet was father of four.

Anna J. Bucolo, 80, 7/15. Retired from Harrison Radiator.

Frank O. Allison, 93, 7/14. Father of five operated Allison's Grocery, workedf at Gascoyne Dairy & Harrison.

Reginald Clack, 89, 7/14 in Odd Fellows Home.    Popular proprietor of Reg's Tavern.  Father of three.

Reginald Clack 89, died Sunday, July 14, 2002 at the Odd Fellows and Rebecca Nursing Home after a long illness.
Born October 11, 1912 at London, England, he was the son of Cecil and Mabel Clack.

He was married to the former Clara Nighswander (deceased) and had two daughters, Margaret (David) Hamilton and Sandra (John) Watts. In 1944 he married the former Linna Seward and had one daughter Sharon (Donald) Baughman. Mr. Clack is survived by his wife Linna, his three daughters and by eight grandchildren, John and James Hamilton, Vicky Holmes, Shawn Murphy, Richard Armes, Margaret Armes, Ronald Armes and Tony Pirotta, five grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.  Mr. Clack is also survived by a brother Arthur(Carol), and two sisters, Grace Kudel and Daisy Secrist. He was the brother of the late Cecil Clack, Frederick Clack and sisters Florence Morey and Minnie Burchell.

He owned and operated Reg's Tavern for 25 years and before that he was a foreman at Nortons for about 20 years.
Visitation will be July 16, Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 at Prudden & Kandt where funeral service will be held Wednesday, July 17 at 1 P.M. 

Julie M. Zablonski, 7/14.  Died of cancer, further details not provided.

Kenneth D. Snyder, 73, 7/14 at VA Hospital.  Father of four retired from Georgia-Pacific at Akron.

Thomas R. Tuttle, 61, 7/14.  Father of three retired from HRD after 30 years.

Howard James Lee, 7/12 in Las Vegas, NM.    Established Lockport's Lee Airport. Retired from NM, father of two.

Pearl Peters (Hawkins), 93, 7/12 at LMH.  Mother of three.  Former chemistry teacher was active in church ministries.

Raymond Jaques, 54, 7/12 at ICMH.  Retired from Delphi-Harrsion at 30 years.  Father of five

James C. Sears, 77, 7/11 at VA Hospital. WW-2 vet was self-employed heating, A/C contractor.

Josephine C. Winters (Converso), 74, 7/11 at LMH.    Mother of four. Worked at North Park School cafeteria.

Gertrude White (Pless), 96, 7/11 at Millard Fillmore.    Mother of two operated with husband White's Transportation.

Alvina F. Terwilliger (Zimmerman), 94, 7/11 in nursing home.  Mother of two worked at A&P, Sample, Nia Textile.

James E. Bayne, 54, 7/11 at LMH. Retired from HRD after 31 years.  Also worked as security guard at Akzo Chemical.

Kathleen Ward (McDonough), 56, 7/10 in Las Vegas, NV.  Retired teacher.  Mother of two.

Kathleen McDonough Ward, 56, died Wednesday, July 10, 2002, in Las Vegas, NV. Kitty was born May 25, 1946, in Lockport, N.Y, the daughter of Robert P. and Claire (Glasford) McDonough. A retired teacher, she was a 29-year resident of Las Vegas and a past member  of the Junior Mesquite Club.

She is survived by her husband, David of Las Vegas; sons, Matthew of New York and Brennan of Las Vegas; sister, Maura Wright of Still River, Mass.; brothers, Daniel McDonough of Norcross, Ga., Robert McDonough of Sussex, Wis., and Steven McDonough of Lockport; and a grandson.

Memorial services were held Sunday, July 14 at Palm Mortuary-Downtown in Las Vegas. The family requests memorial donations be made to Nathan Adelson Hospice-East, Las Vegas.

John W. Suits, 90, 7/10 at ICMH. Father of three was owner of florist shop.

Karl E. Schulz, 53, 7/10. Graduated LSHS in '67, worked at Kodak as chemical technician.  Father of five.

Elizabeth C. Niland (Caswell), 76, 7/10 at LMH. Mothe of two was retired real estate broker..

Leo J. Rooney, 79, 7/9, in Getzville.  WW-2 vet owned Rooney Appraisal Services in Lkpt. Father of one.

Leo J. Rooney, 79, a former state trooper and retired appraiser, died unexpectedly July 7 2002 at Bechwood Residence, Getzville. A Buffalo native, he was a graduate of Canisius H.S. and attended Canisius  College. He served in the U.S. Army in World War 2. A former state trooper, he owned Rooney Appraisal Services in Lockport from  1977 to 1991.

He was a member of the B.P.O.E., Knights of Columbus, and the Association of Fromer New York State Troopers. He was a former trustee of Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Church in Wilson. His wife, Nancy, died in 1995.

Survivors include a daughter, Kathleen Rooney of Buffalo, a sister Genevieve Martin of Lockport, a brother, Eugene, of Waltham, Mass., and a grandchild. A memorial Mass was offered at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 10, at Our Lady of
the Rosary Church in Wilson.

Dorothy Wochna, 7/8 in Lockport nursing home.    Details lacking.  Mother of one.

Roselyn M. White (Strauss), 88, 7/7 in nursing home.    Retired from production work at Harrison Radiator in 1980

William J. Loundsbury, 85, 7/6 in hospital at St. Petersburg, FL.  Father of two worked at NYS Power Authority.

Richard W. Hamilton, 69, 7/6 at LMH.  Retired Harrison millwright was father of two.

Carl Fooks, Jr.,  86, 7/6 in Sister's Hospital.    Retired Asst. Fire Chief for LFD was father of three and WW-2 vet.

C. Eugene Burr, 83, 7/4. Father of two was an aeronautical engineer for Bell Aerospace.

Linda Ann Ayers (Siedhoff), 60, 7/2.  Mother of three worked at Quality Markets and The Bon Ton.

Andrew Sarratori, 13, 7/1 at Ft. Niagara State Park.    Drowned while taking swimming lesson.  N. Park 8th grader.

George C. Switzer, 70, 7/1 in hospital.  Civil engineer headed Sullivan Sales, Lkpt Prestress, Switzer Sales. Father of 3.

Joanne Marie Cadinali, 53, 7/1 at LMH.  Was first "poster child" for March of Dimes.

Lori Anne Bedford, 26, 6/30.  LHS '94, worked at NCO Systems in Amherst.

Tom Devoe, 6/29 in New Bedford, MA.  Former announcer-engineer at WLVL. 

Tom Devoe was reported to be General Manager at Radio Station WNBH in New Bedford, MA at the time of his death which came as a surprise to those in Lockport who had been in touch with him over the years.   Further details not immediately available.  ---Notification via Hank Nevins.

Anthony Stranges, 73, 6/29 in Roswell. Retired owner of Strange's Grocery.  Father of seven.

Michael D. Szmydke, 70, 6/28.  Chemist was Lkpt native who moved to NF to work at OxyChem.  Father of two.

Roy C. Robinson, 76, 6/27 at LMH. Retired motor winder at GE.  Father of one.

Mary C. LaPoint (Landrigan), 77, 6/26 at Buffalo General. Mother of five.

Evelyn M. Mogavero (Flint), 87, 6/24 in Framingham, MA.    Mother of three was Lkpt Soup Kitchen volunteer.

Betty J. Wells (Fancher), 78, 6/24 in Millard Fillmore.    Mother of five.  Retired key punch operator.

David A. Honeyman, 59, 6/23.  Former teacher and assembly worker at HRD.  Father of two.

"Mitzie" Popp Garlock, 71, 6/21 in Venice, FL.    Mother of 5, was wife William Garlock, former Lkpt store owner.

Charles A. Foltz, Jr., 79, 6/21.  WW-2 vet was retired electrician.  Father of one.

Diana L. Eggert (Stephenson), 46, 6/20.  Worked assembly at HRD for 25 years.  Mother of one.

Frank J. Cramer, 85, 6/19 in nursing home. Lifetime resident of Lockport area. 

Virginia Lee Hill (Haskell), 83, 6/18 in nursing home at Groton CT.

Donald H. Currie, 75, 6/18 at LMH. WW-2 navy vet retired from HRD.  Father of four.

William Karl Eikemeyer, 88, 6/17 in nursing home.    Retired from HRD, father of two. In German Army in WW-2.

Julia Ciabattari (Scarcella), 83, 6/17 in nursing home.    Mother of one.

James R. Williamson, 77, 6/17 in nursing home. Retired from HRD. Father of four.

Barbara A. Olson (Bangs), 61, 6/17.  Born in Lkpt, died in Burt.  Mother of two.

Kurt W. Kerrison, 29, 6/16 in pre-dawn auto accident.   Worked at Custom Laser, Inc. of Lockport.

I'd like to offer my deepest sympathies to the Kerrison and Bennett families on the loss of Kurt. He will always be remembered for his sweet disposition and his smile. May he rest in peace.     ---- Molly Bennett Kelahan

Helen M. Irving, 83, 6/16 in nursing home.  Mother of three worked at Noah's Ark, Montgomery Wards, Nelson Dodge.

Roger P. Lund, Sr., 72, 6/14 at LMH.  Worked for NY Tel.  Father of three.

Barry R. McDermott, Sr., 59, 6/14 at LMH.    Self-employed carpenter.  Father of one.

Charles H. Covell, 91, 6/14 at ICMH. Retired truck driver for Harrison Radiator.  Father of two.

James Spry, Sr., 54, 6/12 at LMH.  Father of three was leader of Lockport Kingsmen motorcycle club.  Bartender.

Ignatius Tarajos, 74, 6/10 at LMH.  Retired from HRD after 30 years.  Father of five.

Doris Isabel Larkin (Wilson), 75, 6/10 at Medina Hospital.  Mother of seven.

June F. Newton (Bush), 76, 6/9. Former mail clerk at HRD. Mother of four.

Paul V. McDonough, 69, 6/7 in Buffalo General.   Retired payroll supervisor at Harrison Radiator.

Paul McDonough passed away Friday in Buffalo General Hospital after a brief illness.  He was born in Lockport and graduated from DeSales Catholic High School. He attended Niagara University. From 1953 to 1955 he served as a
corporal in the Army in Korea. He worked in the accounting department at Harrison from 1955 to 1986,  retiring as supervisor of salary and hourly payroll.

His first wife, the former Joan Tumulty, died in 1971; they had been married for 15 years. He moved to Niagara Falls 26 years ago when he married the former Mary Asma Thompson.

He was a member of Niagara Falls Division 1, Ancient Order of Hibernians, which named him grand marshal of Niagara Falls' St. Patrick's Day parade in 1996. He also was a member of the Knights of Columbus in Lockport.

In addition to his wife, survivors include 11 sons, Timothy J. and Michael    W., both of Youngstown, Martin J., Linus P., Patrick L., Frank Thompson,    Michel J. Thompson and Christopher J. Thompson of Niagara Falls, Mark V. of    Kenmore, John F. of Valdosta, Ga., and Peter J. Thompson of Fort Mills, S.C.;    four daughters, Barbara Thompson Rohe of Valparaiso, Ind., Loretto Thompson    of Niagara Falls, Maureen Hird of Lebanon, Ohio, and Therese Luchetti of    Niagara Falls; four brothers, Gerald, John and Thomas, all of Lockport and    Lawrence of Three Rivers, Mich.; three sisters, Mary McCarthy, Anne Clancy,
and Edith Moran, all of Lockport; and 26 grandchildren.

Visiting hours will be at Lane Funeral Home, 8622 Buffalo Ave., Niagara Falls on Sunday and Monday from 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 pm.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 11 a.m. Tuesday in St. John de LaSalle Catholic Church,  8469 Buffalo Ave. following prayers at 10:30 a.m. at Lane Funeral Home.

Suzanne Muriel Hopkins, 80, 6/7.  Retired from Norton Labs after 20 years.

Wiley Dayer, 66, 6/6.  Worked at Simond/Guteral Steel.  Father of two was Korean War Navy vet.

James Morrison, 39, 6/5.  Father of four children who survive him along with wife, Kristina, and father Richard.

Robert F. Taylor, 75, 6/5 at LMH.  WW-2 vet was engineer at Bell/Textron 37 years.  Father of three.

Amber Anna Speer, 38, 6/4, in Ft. Lauderdale, FL    Lived in Lockport many years before moving to Florida.

A celebration of life for friends and family was held Friday June 14 2002 at St. Andrews Catholic Church 9950 NW 29 St Coral Springs, FL  33055

                                                                Memorial Tribute
In loving memory of Amber Anna Speer,  38, Ft.Lauderdale Florida, who joined our Father in heaven June 4, 2002 after a life long illness due to renal failure. Beloved daughter of Anna L.Speer, Ft Lauderdale Fl, Beloved daughter of John E Speer, Newfane NY. Wonderful sister to Georgeanna L Rodarte, Plano IL , John B Speer, Ft Lauderdale FL, Kimberly A Speer, Boynton Beach FL, Carlene E Speer,Tamarac FL, Gretchen Busweiler, Lauderhill FL, and many loving neices & nephews. A very special Thank You to Dr. Rachael M. Bloomfield , Dr. Michael J. Shore , Dr .Asghar Chaudhry, Dr. Pamela Sutton , Dr. Hamid Komaiha and all of their angels for giving much care and loveIn Lieu of flowers,please make donations to Amber's Angels Fund # 0057984591 c/o Bank Atlantic P.O Box 8608 Fort Lauderdale Florida 33310-9978 All Donations and proceeds will be forwarded to Renal patients and The Kidney Foundation of Southeast Florida. Arrangements made by Neptune Society of Fort Lauderdale.  ---Kimberly Speer, Boynton Beach, FL

Elizabeth A. Brown (Kraatz), 74, 6/3.  Operated Lockport Laundry Service. Mother of eight.

Geraldine Cokl (Baer, Wright), 81, 5/31 in Ormond Beach, FL.  Mother of two.

Pearl Martha Wilson (Boyer), 91, 5/31 Worked 20 years at Harrison Radiator Divison (HRD) of GM.  Mother of three.

Grete Schwellnus (Dannat), 92, 5/31 in nursing home. Seamstress for Williams Brothers, The Sample.  Mother of two.

Ino Abrams, 89, 5/30.  Retired from HRD after 22 years.  Father of four.

Archie R. Lowery, 77, 5/26 at LMH. Retired newspaper reporter, WW-2 vet was father of five.

Franklin Tucker, 90, 5/26 in Witchita Falls, TX.    Owned Tommy Tucker Bakery on Locust.  Father of one.

Those of you who remember the Tommy Tucker Bakery on Locust Street, and the chop suey cakes made there, which have been mentioned several times on this website, ought to know that Frank Tucker, the owner, passed away last week in Texas at the age of 90. He was returned to Lockport, for burial yesterday.He was my uncle and I asked him several times for the recipe for those chop suey cakes without success. Whatever the secrets of those cakes were,they are now lost forever.
Gene Tucker   gejenny@dreamscape,com

Lyman Robinson, 67, 5/26 in Fort Pierce, FL. Retired from HRD R&D.  Korean war vet was father of two.

Victor O. Hoyer, 5/24 in Urbandale, IA.  Former minister at Lkpt Lutheran church. Father of five.

Ethel A. Moore, 93, 5/24 at LMH.  Retired production worker at Harrison Radiator.  Mother of one.

Doris Peterkin (Scofield),  94, 5/23 at LMH.    Mother of one had worked as practical nurse at County Infirmary.

Richard B. Sheeler, 45, 5/23 in Buffalo General.    Father of three had worked production at Delphi-Harrison.

Philip R. Taber, 57, 5/22.    Retired Sheriff's Deputy, Lockport youth and community volunteer leader.

Philip R. Taber, of Lockport, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2002. Born in Rochester, NY on December 5, 1944, he was the son of Doris Fairbanks Taber of Hilton, NY and the late Harold W. Taber.

He was a graduate of Lockport Senior High School and attended Brockport State College. He served in the Air Force from 1965 - 1969 in Lybia as Security Police.  Hewas employed by the Niagara County Sheriff's Department from 1969 until 1991 , when he retired as Chief of the Juvenile Aid Bureau.

Mr. Taber was an active member and Past Commander of the American Legion, B.Leo Dolan Post,410. At the Legion he was also a member of the color guard , Post Chairman of the Boys' State Program, and currently served as Post Steward. He dedicated much of his free time to the youth of the area. He managed baseball teams in the Lockport Midget League form 1965 - 1969 and served on its Board of Directors from 1970 -1988. He was also a member of the YMCA and served on its Board of Directors. Mr. Taber  received the Lockport Youth Bureau Community Service award in 1979. He was an avid sports fan, especially enjoying horse racing and baseball and was known for his love of the Cleveland Indians. He also enjoyed attending drum corp competitions.

Survivors in addition to his mother include, two sisters, Nancy L. Taber and Barbara J. (Jack) Wilson both of Hilton, four brothers, Neil F. (Jane Ure) Taber of Sacramento, CA, Robert A. (Jon) of Rochester NY, Gary R. (Sherry) Taber of Hilton, and Charles J. (Tanya) of Lockport., two godchildren, Kathleen Taber and Dale Taber and many nieces and nephews. He is also survived by dear friends Yehia and Rosann Hamdy.

Friends may call on Friday, from 2 - 8 pm, of the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, corner of Transit and Niagara St. where a service will be held on Saturday at 11:00 am. Burial will be in the Parma - Union Cemetery in Hilton, NY. In lieu of flowers memorials would be appreciated to the American Legion or the American Cancer Society.

Anna R. Galbo (Frederico), 92, 6/22 in nursing home.    Mother of two.

Glenn Barnett, 75, 5/21 in St. Joe's Hospital, Cheektowaga.  Retired after 31 years at Harrison Radiator.

Douglas E. Vincent, 59, 5/20 in Lockport.  Father of four had worked in game/vending maching business.

Douglas E. Vincent of Lockport passed away Monday, May 20, 2002.  Born in Lockport on June 21, 1942 he was the son of Edward and Eva (Boles) Vincent.  He was formerly a service man at Bathrick Enterprises.  Doug Vincent was a member of the Moose Club in Lockport and enjoyed bowling.

Mr. Vincent is survived by his four children.  Randy (Kelly) Vincent of Olcott, Shelley (Robert) Martens of Reno, NV, James (Katherine) Vincent of Albany and Tricia (John Haney) Vincent of Lockport.  Grandfather of Bradley and Ashley Martens, Erica, Nicholas, Amberly and Kyle Vincent and Kelly Haney.  Bother of Andrea (Richard) Harzewski.  Also survived by nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior visitation.  Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.  Memorials to the American Kidney Foundation or the American Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.  Arrangements are under the direction of the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, Corner of Transit and Niagara Streets.

Michael C. DeFabbio, 80, 5/17, at LMH.  Father of four was WW-2 vet. Was experienced glazer and glass worker.

Michael C. DeFabbio, of Lockport, entered into rest May 17, 2002, at Lockport Memorial Hospital. Born April 25, 1922 in Lockport, he was the son of Arch Angelo and Mary (Vanelli) DeFabbio. He married his wife, the former Fannie Dinocenzo on January 23,1946 in Lockport.

Mr. DeFabbio served in the United States Navy during World War 11 from 1942-1945. He received the Asiatic-Pacific Ribbon Ist Star, The American Theatre Ribbon, The Victory Ribbon, The European Theatre Ribbon 4 Stars and Unit Accommendations. He retired from Cataract Glass in Niagara Falls, where he worked for over 35 years as a Glazer and Glass Worker. He was a lifetime member of the VFW, a member of the Glazers and Glassworkers Local 660 enjoyed stamp collecting and electronics.

He is survived by wife Fannie DeFabbio; children John (Angela) DeFabbio, Rose DeFabbio Irwin, Mary Lou (Ronald) Gilbert and Daniel (Michele) DeFabbio; grandfather of seven; brother of the late Lena Amoroso, Gabriel DeFabbio and Margaret Carscallen; also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 7-9 p.m. on Sunday and 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. on Monday at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, corner of Transit and Niagara Streets where the funeral will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 a.m. Interment in St. Peter's Cemetery.

Sylvia A. Chester (White), 59, 5/17 in Cortland, OH. Mother of three was born in Lkpt, moved to Rochester then Ohio.

Nancy A. Conley, 58, 5/17 in Englewood, FL. Moved from Lkpt in 1985.  Was steno for South West Abstract.

Mark E. Narchus, 41, 5/17.  Father of two worked in construction.

Gladys M. Mulvey, 82, 5/16 in Henderson, NC.  Left Lkpt in 1968.

Eleanor R. Hughes, 86, 5/15  at LMH. School teacher for about thirty years, mostly at North Park.

Richard W. Sharp, 79, 5/14 at LMH.  WW-2 vet was father of five.  Retired from Harrison Radiator.

Walter H. Kenyon, 73, 5/12 at LMH.  Father of three.

Margaret Jane Frombgen (Krinke), 89, 5/12. Mother of two was former buyer for Flora Hatch Shoppe.

Josephine Scott (Guarnieri), 75, 5/12.  Mother of three was born in Pennslyvania lived life in Lockport.

Josephine (Guarnieri) Scott, of Lockport, entered into rest on May 12, 2002. Born on July 12, 1926 in Pittston, PA, she was the daughter of Vincent and Antoinette (Meli) Guarnieri. She married her husband of 56 years, Peter Scott, on July 27, 1946 and is survived by him.

Mrs. Scott was the mother of David Scott, Carl (Sandy) Scott and Carol (Louie) Porter. Grandmother of Robert Scott and Destiny Porter. Sister of Mary Sherriff of Lockport, Vincent (Sop) Guarnieri and Eli Guarnieri, both of Wilkes Barre, PA. Also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Tuesday at the Taylor- & Reynolds Funeral Home, corner of Transit and Niagara Streets, where the funeral service will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend John Wetherwax officiating. Interment in Cold Spring Cemetery. Donations to Niagara Hospice would be appreciated by the family.

Joyce L. Price (Buri), 75, 5/11.  Secretary for Cooperative Extension at Lockport.

Maureen E. Bossart (Fulcher), 43, 5/8.  Retired from NY Telephone.  Mother of one.

Norma Ruth Stauder (Dortch), 77, 5/8 in nursing home.    Retired after 33 years at HRD.  Mother of five.

Reta Hanna Lambert (Smith Mudd), 85, 5/7 at St. Mary's/Lewiston. Mother of five had worked at Lerch & Daly.

Walter A. Kohl, 83, 5/7 in nursing home.  Father of two operated motorcycle shop for over 50 years.

Stanley V. Stickney, 84, 5/7.  WW-2 vet was father of three.  Worked insurance company, played in band.

Albert Fredrick Drusendahl, 83, 5/5 in Roswell, NM.    Left Lkpt 1978.  Father of four.

Claudia M. Bryant, 83, 5/5.  Moved to Lockport in 1988.  Other details not provided.

Charlotte C. Ruppert, 84, 5/3.  Retired secretary at HRD with 32 years of service.

Beulah M. Wagoner (Hunt), 85, 5/2 in nursing home.    Wife of the late Fred W. Wagoner who died in June '99.

Almeda R. Hunt (Richardson), 83, 5/2 in Pheonix, AZ.    Mother of two was school teacher.

George N. Bannan, 87, 5/2.  Retired from HRD and Heintz Co.  Father of one.

Phyllis M. Huntington (MacFarlane), 69, 5/1.  Mother of two was organist at Second Presbyterian Church.

Holly Ann Solinski (Hodges), 44, 4/30 in Boynton Beach, FL.  Mother of two had moved from Lkpt in 1997.

Christopher Todd Zimmerman, 38, 4/29 in Jacksonville, FL.    LSHS '82.  Worked as maintenance technician.

Mary E. Watson (Schorb), 75, 4/28 in nursing home.    Mother of two, retired receptionist at Kendall Motor Oil office.

Veronica F. Forness (Steblein), 91, 4/28 in nursing home. Mother of three had worked at HRD and Williams Brothers.

Dorothy M. Allen (Nerber), 72, 4/27, at LMH. Mother of six had worked as cook at UAW Hall.

Carrie Irene Eaton (Shaver), 93, 4/25 in Litchfield, MI nursing home.  Mother of two returning to Lkpt for burial.

Sharon L. Grover (Zeitz), 49, 4/25 in nursing home.    Mother of one worked as health care aide.

Lyman H. Grimes, 84, 4/24 in Ft. Pierce, FL.  LHS '36, WW-2 vet managed shoe store.  Moved to FL in '64.

Gerald F. Stout, 77, 4/23 in Rochester. WW-2 vet retired from HRD after 33 years.  Father of three.

Robert F. Bierley, 43, 4/22 at ECMC.  LSHS '77, had worked in auto repair businesses.

Marie Hill Holder, 79, 4/22 in Palm Harbor, FL.    Mother of one was born in Lockport.  Lived in Virgin Islands.

John Tocco, 77, 4/22 at home.   Father of five was retired from Harrison Radiator after over 30 years.

Friends may call at the Taylor and Reynolds Funeral Home, (comer of Transit and Niagara Streets) on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 where the funeral service will be held on Thursday at a time to be announced. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at St. Anthony's Church with Father Joseph Rogliano celebrating. Interment in Cold Springs Cemetery. Flowers are respectfully declined. Memorials may be made to St. Anthony's R. C. Church or to a charity of one's choice.

Clarence P. Anson, 91, 4/22 in Boca Raton, FL.    Retired from Postal Service in Lockport.  Father of one.

Jennie Evelyn Pils (Mills), 94, 4/21 in Mount Dora, FL    Mother of three was Sec/Trea. of  F. V. Pils

Carl H. Johns, 73, 4/21 at home in Lockport.  Father of three.  WW-2 vet.

Amie L. Floyd (Knight), 85, 4/20 at Buffalo General.    Mother of five retired from HRD after 25 years.

Kevin J. Kydd, Sr., 47, 4/19 at Buffalo General. Father of four had worked at Buffalo Paperboard

Dorothy J. Musto (Gardner), 67, 4/18. Retired from HRD after 24 years.  Mother of three.

Peter W. Bidleman, 58, 4/17 at LMH. Part owner of machining firm.  Father of three.

Mary Elizabeth O'Neil, 75, 4/15 at LMH.  Mother of three was RN at LMH for 35 years.

Ralph W. Daugherty, Sr., 93, 4/15 at ICMH. Worked at HRD.    Father of four.

Florence E. Huff (Hennessey, Sliker) 99, 4/14, in Lake Como, FL.  Mother of five retired to Florida in 1967

Norma J. Laffosee (Dunn), 64, 4/14 at LMH.     Mother of five.

Frederic H. Drew, 81, 4/14 at LMH. WW-2 vet retired in '75 from HRD after 30 years.  Father of two.

Joseph J. Cappola, 53, 4/14.  Father of one was truck driver.

Gladys R. Emerson (Richmond), 97, 4/13.  Mother of two was retired buyer for former Williams Bothers Dept. Store.

Joyce I. Fussell (Cryan), 71, 4/13 at LMH.  Mother of two.

Irene B. Sossong (Fry), 79, 4/12 at LMH.  Mother of seven retired in 1970 from HRD after 30 years.

Irene B. Sossong of Lockport entered into rest Friday, April 12, 2002 at Lockport Memorial Hospital. Born July 30,1922 in Yates, NY she was the daughter of Warren and Ella (Hollenbeck) Fry.

Mrs. Sossong worked at Delphi Harrison's for 30 years retiring in 1972. She was a member of the UAW Retiree's Travel Club, the Terry's Corners Ladies Auxiliary for 20 years, and the First Baptist Church. She was a graduate of Akron High School.

She is predeceased by her husband, Joseph Sossong, who passed away in 1992. She is the mother of Dwight

(Carol) Sossong of Rochester, Edward (Bonnie) Sossong of Lockport, Francis Sossong of Lockport, Donald (Jody) Sossong of Lockport, Ronald (Carol) Sossong of Pittsburgh, Richard (Joyce) Sossong of Pittsburgh, and Mary Kay (Carl) Smith of Youngstown. Sister of Raymond (Vera) Fry of Akron and Earl (Geraldine) Fry of Royalton and the late Evelyn Lyberger. Grandmother of 14 and nine great-grandchildren; also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 Sunday, 4/14 at the Taylor and Reynolds Funeral Home, comer of Transit and Niagara Streets, where prayers will be held on Monday at 10:30 AM. The funeral service will follow at 11 AM at the First Baptist Church. Interment in Huskey Cemetery.

Mary Ann Oswald (Heim), 72, 4/12 at LMH.  Moved to Lockport from Olcott in 1989.

Harold F. Kraatz, 72, 4/12 at LMH. Former assistant Lkpt Fire Chief, worked at Western Block, father of four.

Anne Benge (Peracciny), 74, 4/11 in Orofino, Idaho. Retired LPN.  Mother of two.

Elmer Thrall, 85, 4/11 at ICMH. Father of one.    WW-2 vet, retired foreman at HRD

Gloria W. Scherick (Whalen, Ives), 78, 4/10 at Stafford, PA. Mother of 1 predeceased by 1st husband, Robert Whalen.

Cynthia Gail Clark (Winters), 51, 4/9 at LMH.   Mother of three had been nurse at LMH.

Raymond A. Helwig, 79, 4/9 at LMH.  WW-2 vet, electrician, fishing charter boat operator. Father of five.

Theresa DiPasquale (Apolito), 94, 4/8.  Nurse and mother of two was award-winning gardener.

Theresa DiPasquale, 94, of Lockport, NY entered into rest Monday, April 8, 2002. Born May 4, 1907 in Lorina Italy she was the daughter of Felix and Anna Perrone Apolito.

An avid gardener and award winning Rosarian, Mrs. DiPasquale  participated in many competitive flower shows as a participant and a judge. She taught classes in flower arranging and landscaping and was a city parks beautification and Kenan Center Greenhouse volunteer. A charter Member of the Garden Study Club and Better Gardens, Theresa also was instrumental in founding a children's garden group, The Dirty Thumbs. She was a member of the Lkebana Society of Buffalo Erie and Niagara County Rose Societies and the VIP Club of Lockport.

She earned her LPN degree and worked at Lockport Memorial Hospital as a nurse for 20 years. She visited places all over the world, enjoyed cooking and spending time with her family.

Predeceased by her husband, Alfonso, in 1993 and her son, Frank, in 2001, Theresa is survived by daughter, Donna Morel], of Orlando, FL, five grandchildren; Joseph (Maura) DiPasquale, J Suzan (Charles) Ben and Nancy Morel) (Philip Tasselmyer) all of Lockport; Maureen Morell o I' Orlando, FL, Dr. Monica Morel I of Andover, MA and a daughter-in-law, Marie DiPasquale. Also survived by rive great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

No prior visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, April 12 in St. Anthony's Church, 19 Bristol Avenue at 10:00 AM. Interment in St. Peter's Cemetery In lieu of flowers, donations in Theresa's name to The Lockport Public Library, 23 East Avenue, Lockport NY 14094 or the Niagara Senior Companion Program, 130-2 Main St, Niagara Falls, NY 14301 would be appreciated by the family. Arrangements have been made by the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home of Lockport.

Kurt R. Bulmer, 74, 4/7 at Millard Filmore. Electrolux salesman, father of three.

Stephen A. Sacca, 85, 4/7 at home in Lkpt.  WW-2 vet, lawyer, father of six.

Kenneth R. Hesch, 86, 4/6.  Retired HRD Supervisor of Engineers.  Father of three.

Mr. Hesch was born in Pennslyvania on February 7, 1916, the son of Fredericka and Katherine (Bowes) Hesch.    He worked at Harrison's for 44 years, retiring as the Supervisor of Engineers in 1979.  He was past member of the Knights of Columbus and the Elks. 

He is predeceased by his wife Mary Ruth Kesch.  Father of Mary Ann Balland of Corning, Richard (Pat) Hesch of Lockport and Patricia Vona of Lockport.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, April 13th at 11AM at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Church with Father Joseph Rogliano celebrating.  Interment will be in Genwood Cemetery.  Arrangements by the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home in Lockport.  (No calling hours).

James Lang, 50, 4/6.  Had worked at Glenwood Cemetery for many years.

James Lang, of Lockport, passed away Saturday, April 6, 2002. Born June 9,1951 in Albion, NY he was the son of Frederick and Florence (Sabatine) Lang.

Mr. Lang worked at Glenwood Cemetery for many years. He was an avid wrestling fan, enjoyed bowling, cards, soap operas, and music.

He was the brother of Caroline (John) Herberger of Akron and the late Frederick Lang, Jr. Uncle of Lucy Hill, John Herberger, Jr., and Keri Ann Lang; great-uncle of Adam Hill. Good friend of James Coleman and Alexis Hennebohl. Also survived by aunts, uncles, and cousins. Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Monday at the Taylor and Reynolds Funeral Home, comer of Transit and Niagara Streets, where the funeral will be celebrated at St. Mary's Church at 10 AM with Father Sam Venne celebrating. Interment in Cold Springs Cemetery.

William K. Waple, 69, 4/5 in Westlake Village, CA. Father of one, teacher, fund-raiser.  Returning to Lkpt for burial.

Billy Waple died last week.  He was a student at DeSales when I was, a year younger.  He lived just over the other side of West Avenue from our house on Park Avenue.

In 1946-48, we attended school in the old manor house while the new school building was erected.   One day the reigning Diocesan leader from Buffalo was on the premises to view the work-in-progress.   Students had been cautioned to be on their best behavior.   Even so, Bill was chasing madly after a classmate, Johnny Bishop, yelling loudly, "Hey, wait for me, Bishop," as he careened around a corner and almost knocked over our distinguished visitor, Bishop O'Hara !

Rest in peace, Billy.  The good Bishop, and the chagrined Principal, Father Tye, have gone before you, no doubt waiting for your next move. The school has come and gone, and returned.   You are still a happy memory.   
                                                                                                                                ---Dick Lang, Miami,FL

James H. Lanighan Jr., 73, 4/5 at LMH.  Father of five.  Bricklayer retired from Williamsville schools in 1995.

Anna F. Perilli, 80, 4/5 at LMH.  Mother of four.  Retired from R. J. Reynolds after 18 years.

Joseph F. Bero, 65, 4/3 at Millard Fillmore.    Retired plumber was father of two.

Joseph F. Bero, of Lockport. entered into rest on Wednesday, April 3, 2002 at Millard Fillmore Gates Circle. Born on October 21, 1936 in Tonawanda, NY, he was the son of Joseph and Elizabeth (Devald) Bero. He married his wife, Judith Bero, on December 31, 1983 in Amherst.

Mr. Bero served in the United States Army from 1960 until 1963. He retired from the Local No. 36 Plumbers Union, where he worked from 1964 until 1976. He was an active member of the American Legion Leo Dolan Post 410, a social member of the Navy/Marine Club, Past member of the Eagles and a member of the American Business Card Club. He enjoyed woodworking, bird watching, owl's, an avid NASCAR and NHRA drag racing fan, collected ceramic owl's and business cards.

Husband of Judith Bero; father of David M. Bero of North Tonawanda and Marcia A. (Michael) Allocco of Mount Sinai; stepfather of Brenda A. (James) Cartwright of North Tonawanda;

Friends may call from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Today at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, corner of Transit and Niagara Streets, where the funeral service will be held on Saturday at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Andrew Pollock officiating. Burial will be at the convenience of the family at Acacia Park Cemetery. Memorials to the American Cancer Society or to a charity of one's choice would be appreciated by the family.

Robert Colbey Jr., 4/2 at LMH.  No further information provided.

Ida M. Fuller (Woods), 91, 4/1.  Retired after 25 years at HRD.  Mother of one.

Myrtle J. Dunham (Gilbert), 79, 4/1 at Buffalo General.    Mother of seven.

Marion M. Falzett (Pichey), 93, 4/1 in nursing home.    Retired after 35 years at HRD.  Mother of one.

Leona M. Mosher (Mitchell), 89, 3/31 in nursing home.    Predeceased by husband John.  Further details not provided.

Ferdelis M. Weber (Bohl), 87, 3/30 in nursing home. Mother of five.

Kevin W. Henning, 46, 3/29.  Worked at Air Sep Corp.    Father of six.

Helen I. LaPort (Bump), 77, 3/28 at LMH.  Mother of four had worked on family farm in Pendleton.

Ludwika Valerie Bredefeld, 96, 3/27 at ICMH.  Mother of two was born in Austria.

Clara Coates (Tracey), 91, 3/26 at LMH. Retired from Nia Cty Welfare Office was mother of three.

Irene Berry (Regling), 82, 3/25 at LMH.  Mother of six.

Carl J. Licata, 72, 3/24 at LMH.  Operated cigar/convenience stores and vending business.  Father of four.

Mr. Licata passed away March 24, 2002 in Lockport.  Father of Anne (Robert) Motter, David (Annette), William (Carolyn) and Samuel (Patricia) Licata; also survived by nine grandchildren, three brothers and one sister. He was the past president
of the Lions Club, a member of the Lockport Town and Country Club, served on the board of the Boy Scouts and was the owner of Licata Brothers, Inc., Licata Vending, Jiffy Mart, and the Jiffy Mart Hallmark.

Memorials to the DeSales Catholic School, 6914 Chestnut Ridge Rd., Lockport, NY 14094, National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasia or the Iroquois Council, Inc., 7120 Rochester Rd., Lockport, NY 14094 would be appreciated.

Albert R. Parsons, 82, 3/24 at LMH.  WW-2 vet retired after 33 years at HRD as Pipe Fitter.  Father of three.

Marian W. Roberts (Williams), 87, 3/23 in Romeo, MI.    Mother of four had worked at FMC and Blue Cross.

Mary Helen Toenniessen (Ball), 82, 3/22 at Buffalo General.  Mother of one moved had lived in Wilson for period.

Lester T. Warwick, 93, 3/21 in Debary, FL. Father of 3 was retired Lockport grocer.

Lester T. Warwick, 93 of Debary, Fl. passed away on March 21, after a short illness.

Mr. Warwick was born in Lockport, and owned a grocery store for years on the corner of Washburn & Walnut St.
He also held a franchise for Canada Dry Beverages and  sold mutual funds for Investors Diviersified Services. Lester was active with the Lockport Lions Club, Wilson Yacht Club, Bargers Campers Group and building of the pool at Outwater Park in Lockport.

Lester and Helen (Carlin) retired to Harlingen, Tx. and  moved to Florida in 1990. They celebrated their 71st wedding anniversary in Feb. They have three children; Robert of Houston, Tx., Joan Townley,of Debary and  Marian Turgeon of Silverdale, Wa., 8 grandchildren.

Ward Donald Paley, 91, 3/21 in nursing home. Had run paint store or worked for YMCA.  Father of two.

Helen G. Ernst (Shufelt), 75, 3/21 in nursing home.    Mother of four had worked at HRD, Wards, and Fisher-Price.

Gladys R. Luskin (Hensel), 82, 3/20 in nusring home.    Mother of two.

Eleanor M. Drury (Sewar), 82, 3/20 in nursing home. Retired from #1Federal Credit Union. Mother of two.

John Babis, 78, 3/19. WW-2 vet retired from NYSEG.    Father of four.

Gordon E. Chapman (Sr.) , 72, 3/19 at LMH.  Father of three was retired truck driver.  WW-2 vet

Dorothy O. Tilton (O'Connor), 81, 3/19 in nursing home.    Retired County Health Dept. secretary.  Mother of four.

Anna Bootes (Stemper), 94, 3/19 in nursing home. Immigrated from Austria.  Survived by step-children.

Nancy Burke (Johnson), 61, 3/18.  Mother of four worked over 40 years as teacher.

Nancy Burke of Lockport passed away unexpectedly Monday, March 18, 2002 . Born July 26, 1940 in Jamestown, the daughter of Ruby (Stein) Johnson and the late Emmett Johnson.

Nancy was a graduate of Buffalo State in Special Education. She worked at Wyndam Lawn Nome, teaching for over 30 years. For the past ten years, she taught at Lockport High School in the Transitional Classroom. She was a volunteer at The Palace, ushering for performances and was a member of St. Patrick's Church. She enjoyed shopping and spending time with her grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband, Michael T. Burke, who passed away on November 27,1999. She is the mother of Colleen (Tim) Herlan, Michael C. Burke, Susan Burke and Patrick Burke of Colorado.

Friends may call from 7-9 PM. Wednesday, 3/20 at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, corner of Transit and Niagara Streets. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery.

Nicholas DiVincenzo, 80, 3/17 in Largo, FL.  Retired from 32 years at HRD.  WW-2 vet was father of four.

Nicholas "Nick" DiVincenzo of Largo, FL, formerly of Lockport, entered into rest Sunday, March 17, 2002 in Largo, FL. He was born in Casalbordino, Italy on December 2, 1921.

Nick retired from Harrison's Radiator in 1986 where he worked for 32 years. He moved to Largo, Fl, in 1992. He was a member of the UAW and the Eagles During World War II he served in the United States Coast Guard.

He was predeceased by his wife, Sarah (Battaglia) DiVincenzo, who passed away in July of 1975. Beloved father of Nicholas DiVincenzo of Lockport, Leonard DiVincenzo of Las Vegas, James DiVincenzo of Florida, and David DiVincenzo of Florida; grandfather of 15 grandchildren; brother of Rita Dell Penna of Florida, and Amy (Thomas) Tomaselli of Lockport; also survived by many nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior visitation. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery Arrangements by the Taylor and Reynolds Funeral Home comer of Transit and Niagara Streets.

Robert W. Burns, Sr., 79, 3/17.  WW-2 vet worked for Bell Aerospace and State Comptroller. Father of five.

Donald F. Urtel, 88, 3/16.  Father of one.    Retired electrician.  Early radio experimenter, FCC licensed as W2SFR

Cornelius "Goody" Sperduti, 86, 3/16.  Father of one was popular Lockport cabbie, retired City Streets employee.

Cornelius "Goody" Sperduti of Lockport entered into rest Saturday, March 16, 2002 after a brief illness. Born in Lockport May 8,1915 he was the son of Thomas and Josephine (Mundi) Sperduti.

He worked as a heavy equipment operator the Lockport City Streets Department for 20 years. Mr. Sperduti also drove a taxi in the city for many years. He was well known all around Lockport. He was a life member of the VFW Post 2535 in Lockport and a member of the American Legion.

He is predeceased by his wife, Margaret Sperduti and his son, Brian Sperduti. He is survived by his sisters, Victoria Heary and Laura (Luther) Bruning and his brother, Eugene (Bianca) Sperduti. Predeceased by his brother, Henry Sperduti, Sr., and his sister, Mary Fonzi. Many nieces and nephews survive him.

Friends may call from 7-9 on Sunday, 3/17, and 2-4 and 7-9 on Monday at the Taylor and Reynolds Funeral Home, corner of Transit and Niagara Streets, where the funeral service will be held Tuesday at a time to be announced. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at St. Anthony's Church. Interment will be in Cold Springs Cemetery.

Kenneth E. James, 70, 3/15 in Sutton, WV.  Retired machinist from Harsco.  Father of four.

Raymond J. Greene, 89, 3/15 in nursing home. Retired Postal worker, WW-2 vet, father of two.

Robert J. Williamson, 53, 3/15 at LMH.  Retired from HRD as welder in '90.  Father of two.

Janet A. Crosby (Neumann), 66, 3/14 at LMH.  Former cook at many restaurants.  Mother of one.

Carl Bedford, 3/13, details lacking.  Retired from HRD.

Marian E. Redman (Mead), 84, 3/12 in nursing home.    Mother of three.

Chester Diemert, 3/12 at LMH. WW-2 vet was survivor of Pearl Harbor attack. Retired from Harrison.

Jack R. White 3/12.  Father of four was retired USAF Reserve  914th TAG. 

Cassius Clay Stymus, 76, 3/12 in Burbank, CA  Father of nine.

Cassius Clay [Bob] Stymus,76 passed away March 12,2002 . A former resident of Lockport ,N.Y. residing in Burbank,CA. He is survived by his wife Aida and her three sons in Ca. two daughters Linda in S.C. and Barbara in Lockport, two sons, James in Lockport and Bob in Nv. He has 16 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. Services were held in Burbank Ca. for the family He worked for Harrisons plant for many years and played in a small country western band around Niagara County

Clyde R. Scheffler, 71, 3/11 at home in Lkpt. Retired from HRD after 38 years.  Father of three.

Marilyn Conlin (Donahue, Hager), 83, 3/11.  Mother of six. Taught music at Emmet Belknap School.

Noemi R. Meli, 88, 3/10.  Seamstress was mother of one.  Born in Argentina.

Florence M. Worden, 81, 3/9 at ICMH.  Retired X-Ray technician.

Mary Wagner, 98, 3/8 in nursing home.  Mother of two had owned Wagner's Tavern.

Dennis D. Whitmyer, Jr., 31, 3/8 in hospital. Father of five had received liver transplant in October.

Althea B. Delahunt, 84, 3/8 at LMH.  Mother of five.    Retired from Harrison Radiator

Amelia M. Marotta (Valery), 76, 3/7 at LMH. Mother of two worked 16 years at Harrison's.

John N. Zona, Jr., 56, 3/7 at Mt. St. Mary's.    Retired from HRD after 28 years. Father of one.

Kenneth R. Hesch, 86, 3/6 in nursing home.   Engineering supervisor at HRD.  Father of three.

Kenneth R. Hesch, of Lockport. entered into rest at Briody's Health Care Facility, Thursday, March 7, 2002. Born in Pennsylvania on February 7, 1916, he was the son of Frederick and Katherine (Bowes) Hesch.

He worked at Harrison Radiator for 44 years. He retired as the Supervisor of Engineers in 1979. He was a past member of The Knights of Columbus and The Elks.

He is the beloved father of Mary Ann Ballard of Corning, Richard (Pat) Hesch of Lockport and Patricia Vona of Lockport; cherished grandfather of Dennis Balland of Horse Heads, John (Lisa) Balland of Horse Heads, Thomas (Andi) Balland of Rochester, Danial (Lisa) Hesch, Douglas (Sue) Hesch, Dennis (Jenifer) Hesch, Andrew (Carrie) Vona, Michael Vona, all of Florida and William (Gina) Vona; he was predeceased by two grandsons, David Hesch and Thomas Vona; great grandfather of nine; brother of Peter Hesch of Arizona; he was predeceased by two brothers and one sister; also survived by several nieces and nephews.

There will be no prior visitation. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in April at St. Joseph's Church. Interment will be in Glenwood Cemetery. Arrangements by the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, corner of Transit and Niagara Streets.

Margaret McDonough (Rooney), 79, 3/6 at home in Wilson. Secretary at HRD for 20 years.  Mother of two.

Kate Bunger, 102, 3/6 in nursing home.  Mother of three (two deceased).

Eloise A. Clemons, 70, 3/6 in Lakeland, FL.  Retired GM worker had moved from Lkpt in '87.  Mother of four.

Carlton T. Winters, 81, 3/5.    Retired stockroom supervisor at Upson Co. WW-2 vet was father of one.

Mr. Winters was known around town as "The General."  He was a memorable personality known to many who frequented the Lockport downtown scene, especially mornings at The Friendly Restaurant.   After being reported missing by his family, he was found dead Tuesday night, March 5, 2002, off Neden Road near the North Forest Rod & Gun Club.

Mr. Winters was born in East Wilson, NY October 11, 1920, the son of Paul and Rose (Schrader) Winters.  He retired from The Upson Company after thirty years as supervisor of the stockroom.  Prior to Upson he worked as a truck driver for Shultz Transportation.  Mr. Winters served in World War II from 1941 through 1944 in the US Army 36th Engineers group.  For many years he played Euchre in the Tavern League and was a longtime member of the Redman Club.

He is survived by his son Carl (Christina) Winters.  He is the ex-husband of Mary Winters.  Also survived by sisters Winiford Sharowdow of MN, Janet Martin of CA, Eva Beida of Buffalo, and Fanny Liocano of Lockport.  Also survived by three grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call  7-9PM Saturday, 3/9 and Sunday 2-4 and 7-9 at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, corner of Transit and Niagara Streets.  A funeral service will be held there Monday at a time to be announced.  Interment in Orangeport Cemetery.  Memorials to the Lockport Firefighters Benevolent Association or the Lockport Police Benevolent Association would be appreciated by the family.

"He was the best uncle in the whole world!  Love from his nieces Gladys, Kathy, nephews Bob, Jim (children of his sister Janet Martin) all now residing in California." 

William R. Naylor, 82, 3/5.  Worked 42 years at Harrison.  WW-2 Marine Vet.  Father of 3.

Richard C. Fuller, 3/5 in Seminole, FL.  Retired HRD engineer. 

Thomas H. Lee, 82, 3/5 at Millard Filmore.  Father of six retired from Harrison Radiator.

Glenn N. Werth, 72, 3/4 at LMH.  Retired from Bell Aerospace and electrical contracting.  Father of three.

Annie May Tremblay, 97, 3/4 in Santa Monica, CA.    Retired from GM, mother of 2 returned to Lkpt for burial.

Mrs. Tremblay was born in Norwich, England, daughter of the late Annie and Henry Fuller.  She lived in Lockport for many years prior to moving to Santa Monica, CA and she is being returned here for burial in Cold Springs Cemetery.  Sh