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Samuel H. Rybat 🇺🇸🇺🇸
Aug 15, 2024
Beloved husband of the late Carolyn J. (nee Kish) Rybat and the late Lucille (nee Meinzinger) Rybat. Loving father of Lynn (Carl) Cooper, William (Jenny) Rybat and Robert (Kelly) Rybat. Loving grandfather of Robert (Kimberly) Rybat, Edward Rybat, Ashtin Rybat and Kierstin Rybat. Great-grandfather of Logan, Rhys and Cade. Relatives and friends may visit The Dietrich Funeral Home, 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY 14226 on Thursday August 29, 2024 from 4-7pm where a Funeral Service will immediately follow at 7pm. Online condolences may be placed at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

John R. Limpantsis
Aug 17, 2024
Beloved Husband of JoAnn (Filbert) Limpantsis. Loving Father of Kim Jamison, Joelle Hannah and Julie Smith. Loving Grandfather of Justin, Mckenna, Ryan and Alexa. Loving brother of the late Catherine (Jim) Macris and Arthur Limpantsis. Private Services were held at the convenience of the family. John was a Federal Reserve Bank manager of 40 years. Buffalo Bills armchair coach. Happy hour instigator. Duct taping maestro. Buffalo wings enthusiast. Official Sabres big mouth. Vodka connoisseur. Master of the lawn. Creekview raconteur. Couch potato. Patron saint of daughters. Garnish hack. Wise guy. Buddha impersonator. Fun guy. Wing man. Online condolences may be placed at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Evelyn Camille Pawlowski (nee Kruzicki)
8/16/24
Beloved wife of the late John Pawlowski. Loving mother of Camille (Andrew) Irr and Kathryn (Joseph) Rappleye. Loving grandmother of six grandchildren. Loving sister of Carol (late William) VanderVoort, the late Daniel (Alice) Kruzicki, Raymond Kruzicki and Robert Kruzicki. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends may visit The Dietrich Funeral Home Inc., 2480 Kensington Ave. Amherst, NY 14226 on Tuesday August 20 from 2-5pm and 7-9pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at Christ The King Church, 30 Lamarck Dr. Amherst, NY 14226 on Wednesday August 21 at 9:30am. Please assemble at church. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made in Evelyn’s memory to Hospice Buffalo or St. Jude. Online condolences may be placed at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Douglas F. Godinho
August 10th, 2024.

Beloved husband of the late Shirley A. (nee Gaia) Godinho; loving mother of Douglas G. Godinho and Garland (Nancy Wittemann) Godinho; dear grandfather of Gaia and Aja. Doug practiced law in Hamburg, NY. He retired to Florida, where he played USTA league tennis. A funeral service and interment will be held on August 23, 2024 at the WNY National Cemetery, 1254 Indian Falls Rd. Corfu, NY at 11am. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Beechwood Continuing Care in Getzville, NY, where he was a resident in Assisted Living since 2019. Online condolences may be placed at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Richard T. “Dick” Schueckler

8/12/24

Beloved husband of the late Evelyn J. (nee Endres) Schueckler. Loving father of Linda (Bob) Murphy, Laurie (Paul) Colucci and David (Gaetana) Schueckler. Loving grandfather of Marissa, Landin, Danny and Kayla. Loving brother of Mary Teresa (Donald) Eich, the late Norman (Jeanette) Schueckler and Joseph “Punky” Schueckler. Brother-in-law of Theresa Schueckler. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives and Friends may visit The Dietrich Funeral Home Inc., 2480 Kensington Ave. Amherst 14226 on Thursday August 15th from 4-8pm where a prayer service will be held on Friday August 16th at 8:30am, please assemble at the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Benedict RC Church, 1317 Eggert Rd. Amherst, 14226 at 9am. Memorials may be made to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be placed at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Loraine L. Wiegert (nee Lidke)
Aug 1, 2024
Beloved wife of Thomas Wiegert. Loving mother of Cindy Wiegert and Gary Wiegert. Loving grandmother of Shannon (Nicholas) Steiger and Kelsey Wiegert. Great-grandmother of Brayden, Daxton and Alania. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, August 6th at The Dietrich Funeral Home Inc., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst NY 14226, from 11:30am-12:30pm where a Funeral Service will immediately follow at 12:30pm. Flowers gratefully declined. Online condolences may be placed at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Jeffrey R. Conschafter
Jul 29, 2024
Beloved son of Joan (nee. Thompson) & the late Dr. Robert L. Conschafter. Loving brother of Sally (James) Porter, Bradley (Heidi) Conschafter, & the late Dr. David (Julie) Conschafter. Cherished Uncle of Lauren (Edward) Weatherbee, Adam (Erin) Smith, and Ryan & Trevor Conschafter. Loving Great-Uncle of Nolan & Naomi Weatherbee and Quinn & Jack Smith. Services held privately. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made in Jeff's honor to The Chapel at Crosspoint, 500 Crosspoint Pkwy, Getzville, NY 14068. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Celeste I. Tyson entered into rest July 25th, 2024. Relatives and Friends are invited to a Visitation on Thursday August 1st, 2024 at True Bethel Baptist Church, 907 East Ferry St., Buffalo 14211 from 10-11am where a Funeral Service will immediately follow.

Wayne Michael McNally, P.E.🇺🇸
Sep 5, 1926 - Jul 22, 2024
Civil Engineer and World War II Veteran. Longtime Buffalo area resident and retired civil engineer. Wayne moved to Buffalo from Utica, NY & graduated from Kensington High School. He served in the U.S. Navy Air Corps during World War II. He was in the Pacific Theater and attended Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute which he graduated from in 1949 as a Civil Engineer. Wayne worked as an engineer for the U.S. Corps of Engineers and the Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Company. He joined the construction firm of Stimm Associates Inc. in 1957 & served as president of the Stimm Firm from 1978-1988. Following that, he continued his career as a professional engineer for 20 years until his retirement in 2008. Fiancé of Virginia "Ginny" Darling Sullivan. Husband of the late Jessie McNally. Loving father of Timothy McNally, Maureen (Kevin) Aderman and the late W. Michael McNally. Father-in-law of Cynthia McNally. Loving grandfather of Meghan (McNally) Badding, Kaitlyn (McNally) McArthur, Shannon McNally, Mackenzie Aderman, Andrew Aderman, Derek Aderman, Erin McNally, Emily (McNally) George, Ellen McNally, Brian Sullivan, Kevin Sullivan, Chris Sullivan, & Casey Sullivan. Great-grandfather of Robert (Trip) Badding III, Finnegan Badding, Declan McArthur, & Ronin George. Loving brother of the late Elizabeth Gaiser, Pauline Keggins & Robert Schloss. Also survived by nieces and nephews. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 11am at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 4375 Harris Hill Rd., Williamsville, NY. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made in Wayne's honor to a charity of you choice. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Richard Atkins🇺🇸🇺🇸
Jun 27, 1930 - Jul 18, 2024
Richard was a long-time telephone worker and a founding member of Wood & Brook Sportsman's Club. Dick was predeceased by his wife June. He is survived by three children and their spouses, 7 grandsons, and numerous great-grandchildren. A Service will be held on Monday, August 5, 2024 at 10am at St. Paul's Lutheran Church located at 68 Eagle St. in Williamsville, NY. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

LaShawn Marie Bolden of Buffalo, entered into rest July 20th, 2024. Relatives and Friends are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial on Wednesday July 31st at St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy, 325 Walden Ave. Buffalo, 14211 beginning at 11am. Memorial contributions can be made to St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy. https://www.stlukesmissionofmercy.org

Barbara J. Morgan
Jul 21, 2024
Passed suddenly at the age of 68. Beloved daughter of the late Richard & Carolyn (nee. Fischer) Morgan. Loving sister of Paul (Sharon) Morgan, Joseph (Michelle) Morgan, Andrew Morgan, Jennifer (Michael) Ogren, & the late Maribeth Morgan. Dearest aunt to several nieces & nephews. Survived by many cousins & wonderful friends. A visitation will be held on Friday, August 2, 2024 from 4-7pm at The Dietrich Funeral Home, 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 11am at St. John the Baptist Church, 1085 Englewood Ave., Tonawanda, NY 14223. Please assemble at church. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Donna Lynn Whissel (née Graham) died on July 10, 2024 after a prolonged illness. Known for her big heart, Donna found her greatest purpose caring for others as a wife, mom, step-mom, sister, aunt, friend, and nurse. Donna was devoted to her family and delighted in spending time with her loved ones as well as her four-legged grandbabies: Olive, Hazel, Teddy, Birch, and Ellie. She found her calling in healthcare as a dialysis nurse, providing care and support to patients for nearly forty years. Throughout her life, Donna volunteered for a variety of organizations including Gilda’s House and the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum. Perhaps her greatest acts of service were carried out through her informal “card ministry,” as her husband dubbed it; she never missed a birthday, anniversary, or other life milestone, and if she knew you were going through a hard time, she would have a card in the mail faster than you could say Hallmark. Despite an endearing aversion to technology, Donna was rarely spotted without her Kindle in hand—she loved to read. She also enjoyed watching hockey and football (despite the abuse she received for her support of the Patriots). Donna was predeceased by her father, Charles, mother, Oma Jean, and nephew, Tyler. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Dan, son, Paul (Erin), daughter, Lindsey, step-daughters Jennifer (Louis), Betsy (Michael), and Amybeth (Anthony), and step-son, Matthew, as well as grandchildren, siblings, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends. Donna loved deeply and was loved just as deep. She will be missed. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the MPN Research Foundation (https://mpnresearchfoundation.org/), which is dedicated to advancing research in pursuit of new treatments—and eventually cures—for blood cancers known collectively as MPNs; the type of cancer that ultimately took Donna’s life. Another beautiful way to honor her legacy would be to send a card to someone you know. As she once told her daughter, “Sometimes it’s nice just to get a card in the mail.” A small, private gathering to celebrate Donna’s life will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be placed at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Link for memorial donation.
https://mpnresearchfoundation.org/

State, Ruth M.
Aug 28, 1926 – Jul 1, 2024
When Ruth State’s husband, Joseph, considered starting his own business in the spring of 1957, he debated doing so. With no savings, four small children, and no health insurance, the step would be a major gamble. But enthusiastically backed by Ruth, he founded J. M. State Refrigeration Sales & Service. The company, which began as a residential service repair firm, became in the 1980s and 1990s one of upstate New York’s major businesses in service and sales of commercial refrigeration equipment. Born in Buffalo, the daughter of Alton R. Dehlinger, a salesman, and Emma E. Dehlinger (nee Walsh), a homemaker, Ruth attended Kensington High School. Employed as a file clerk at the Buffalo district office of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the mid-and late 1940s, she went on to secure a position as a draftsperson. The only woman in an office of 10 men, she plotted soundings on geodetic maps of the Great Lakes region. In her spare time, Ruth worked as a fashion model for major agencies and department stores in Buffalo. In the early years following the establishment of J. M. State Refrigeration, she took an active part in growing the business, serving as the firm’s collections agent and bookkeeper while simultaneously carrying on her work as a homemaker in the Town of Tonawanda. A lover of the arts, music was central in her life. She trained as a lyric soprano, competed in music competitions, and sang as a soloist in the St. Louis R.C. Church choir. An accomplished collage artist, she crafted scenes of landscapes intricately assembled from widely sourced print materials. Ruth also enjoyed gardening and sewing. An avid traveler, she flew with her husband, a licensed recreational pilot, to their second home in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and across the United States. Her husband predeceased her in 2008. She is survived by her children, Mark, Paul, Barbara, and Nancy, two grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. A private Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Louis R.C. Church and a private interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Online condolences may be placed at http://www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com.

Alice Webb Oxenford (nee Fassl)
March 31, 1925 - March 9, 2024
Beloved wife of the late Earl Webb and Robin Oxenford. Loving mother of Colleen (Philip) Prorok and Thomas (Peggy) Webb. Devoted grandmother (Nana) of Jessica (Matthew Cohen) Prorok, Rebecca (Andrew) Rosado, Alyssa (Nicholas Grossman) Prorok, Jonathan Webb, Joanna (Matthew) Hart, Sara (Dana Koerner) Webb, Matthew (Chelsea) Prorok. Cherished great grandmother (Nana Alice) of eleven. A private committal service will be held on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at 10:30 am at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, 4000 Elmwood Ave., Kenmore, NY. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Faith Wittig
Jul 16, 2024
Age 80. Beloved daughter of the late Carl & Helen Wittig. Loving sister of the late Carol Wittig. Dear cousin of Rosemary (Michael) Blinkoff. Faith was the very special aunt of Andrew (Colleen) Blinkoff, Kevin (Eric) Blinkoff, Matthew Blinkoff and Hope (Meghan) Lynch. Fond great-aunt of Calvin and Harper. A private family service will take place. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to Hospice Buffalo or the SPCA in memory of Faith. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

SPCA Donation Link:
https://yourspca.org/ways-to-give/

Hospice Donation Link:
https://www.hospicebuffalo.com/give-get-involved/donate-now

William E. Cressman 🇺🇸
July 13,2024
age 81, passed away at the Western New York VA Medical Center in Buffalo on Saturday, July 13, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Marlene (nee Faber) Cressman and was the dear son of the late Rhue and the late Eleanor (nee Sager) Cressman. Loving father of Rebecca, Sarah, Jason, Anna, Matthew and the late Jonathan Cressman. Dearest grandfather of 7. Fond brother of Robert (Jean) Cressman and the late Richard Cressman. William is also survived by nieces, nephews and friends. He was a retired accountant for Catholic Health Systems. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation on Thursday, July 18, 2024 from 4:00 - 7:00 pm at the Dietrich Funeral Home, Inc., 2480 Kensington Avenue Amherst NY 14226. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, July 19, 2024 at 9:30 am in Christ the King Church 30 Lamarck Drive Amherst NY. (Please assemble at the church). Private interment will take place at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be directed to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Institute. Online guestbook at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

William "Billy" Cummings

Relatives and Friends are invited to a visitation on Thursday July 11th, at St. Luke's Mission of Mercy, 325 Walden Ave. Buffalo 14211, from 10am-11am where a Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow at 11am. Online condolences may be placed at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com.

Stuart “Stu” A. Boeckel
Beloved son of the late Paul & Elizabeth (Bette) Boeckel. Brother of Read (Cheryl), Peter, & Holly (Stephen) Allen. Loving Uncle of Heidi (Brent) Maier, Sarah (Hilary) Boeckel, Mark (Leslie) Boeckel, PJ (Jessica) Boeckel, Read (Katie) Allen & John (Mary Kate) Allen. Adored great uncle of Jack, Cole, & Griffin Maier; Bryan, Jake, Kate, Evelyn, & Helen Boeckel; Elizabeth, Jack, Wells, Henry, & Charlie Allen. Stuart passed away after a short illness on Saturday June 29, 2024, one month shy of his 70th birthday. To know Stu was to love Stu. He was a gentle giant at 6’4” with a heart of gold. He was diagnosed as a young child with Homocystinuria, but he never let his disability prevent him from living a full life. He graduated from the Campus School at the age of 21 and immediately transitioned to the Blind Association of WNY, later known as the Olmsted Center for Sight, where he worked for over 40 years. He was named employee of the year in 1994, recognizing him for his hard work & strong work ethic. Stuart spent over 40 summers at Sugarloaf Farm, Port Colborne where he captained the Stu Rats baseball team. Stu was a lifelong Buffalo Bisons fan, a season ticket holder, and a big part of the ballpark community. In addition to the Bisons, Stuart was a lifelong and passionate fan of the Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres, Buffalo Bandits, Duke Basketball, & Notre Dame football. He was loyal to his teams to the very end. Stuart’s legacy of kindness, positive spirit, sense of humor, & hard work will live on in those who knew him & loved him. A service for Stuart will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made in Stuart’s memory to Westminster Presbyterian Church, 724 Delaware Ave., Buffalo, NY. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com. Go Bills!

Robert R. Kaun 🇺🇸🇺🇸
Jun 28, 2024
Beloved father of Michael (Nicole) Kaun & Amanda (James) Weber. Loving grandfather of Kaylie, Tyler, Colin, Cora, Adeline, & Natalie. Brother of Ronald (Karen) Kaun & the late Robyn Weston. Survived by nieces and nephews. Services will be held privately and at the convenience of the family. Memorials can be made in Robert's honor to the Alzheimer Association. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

State, Ruth M.
Aug 28, 1926 - Jul 1, 2024

When Ruth State's husband, Joseph, considered starting his own business in the spring of 1957, he debated doing so. With no savings, four small children, and no health insurance, the step would be a major gamble. But enthusiastically backed by Ruth, he founded J. M. State Refrigeration Sales & Service. The company, which began as a residential service repair firm, became in the 1980s and 1990s one of upstate New York's major businesses in service and sales of commercial refrigeration equipment. Born in Buffalo, the daughter of Alton R. Dehlinger, a salesman, and Emma E. Dehlinger (nee Walsh), a homemaker, Ruth attended Kensington High School. Employed as a file clerk at the Buffalo district office of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the mid-and late 1940s, she went on to secure a position as a draftsperson. The only woman in an office of 10 men, she plotted soundings on geodetic maps of the Great Lakes region. In her spare time, Ruth worked as a fashion model for major agencies and department stores in Buffalo. In the early years following the establishment of J. M. State Refrigeration, she took an active part in growing the business, serving as the firm's collections agent and bookkeeper while simultaneously carrying on her work as a homemaker in the Town of Tonawanda. A lover of the arts, music was central in her life. She trained as a lyric soprano, competed in music competitions, and sang as a soloist in the St. Louis R.C. Church choir. An accomplished collage artist, she crafted scenes of landscapes intricately assembled from widely sourced print materials. Ruth also enjoyed gardening and sewing. An avid traveler, she flew with her husband, a licensed recreational pilot, to their second home in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, and across the United States. Her husband predeceased her in 2008. She is survived by her children, Mark, Paul, Barbara, and Nancy, two grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. A private Mass of Christian Burial was held at St. Louis R.C. Church and a private interment at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Online condolences may be placed at http://www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com.

Barbara Lyons (nee Chamberlain)

June 13, 2024

Loving mother of Robert (Maura) Lyons, Jeffery (Angelique) Lyons and the late Mark Lyons. Grandmother to Patrick, Megan, Kaitlyn, Andrew, Matthew and Christopher. Great-grandmother to Clara. Sister of Miriam Nostro, Gail (the late Kevin) McNamara and Joyce (John) Bender. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 20, 2024 from 3-7pm at The Dietrich Funeral Home, Inc., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst NY. A Funeral Service will be celebrated at University Presbyterian Church 3330 Main St., Buffalo NY 14214 on Friday, June 21, at 11am. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to University Presbyterian Church or The Salvation Army. Online condolences may be placed at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Doris L. Ferris (nee Staufenberger)
Jun 14, 2024
Loving Mother of Michael (Pamela), Robert Jr. (Kristen), Angelo, & the late Adam Ferris. Cherished sibling of Timothy (Kimberly) Staufenberger. Grandmother of 7 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Survived by nieces and nephews. Loving companion of Sean Richards. A Visitation will be held Monday June 17 from 3-7pm at The Dietrich Funeral Home, 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY. A Funeral Service will be held at 7pm on Monday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family in support of Doris's favorite charity. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Kreppel, Dorothy Mae
(nee Crew)
June 11, 2024

Loving mother of Frank (Kathleen), Sandra Guadagna, Linda Bolla, Joseph (Natalie), Monica Kreppel, James, Daniel (Jodi) & the late Michael and John Kreppel. Grandmother of 19 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren. Sister of Kenneth (Marie) Crew and the late Joan (Jack) Strachan. Survived by nieces and nephews. A Visitation will be held on Friday, June 14, 2024 from 4-8pm at The Dietrich Funeral Home, Inc., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10am at St. Aloysius Gonzaga Church, 157 Cleveland Dr., Cheektowaga, NY. Please assemble at church. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Michael A. Biedny

June 8, 2024

Beloved husband of Cynthia (Sikorski) Biedny. Loving father of Christina (fiance of Sean Jones), Andrea (Handley) Garton and Michael V. (fiance of Stephanie Radomski). Beloved papa of Emilia and Norah Garton. Fond brother of Kathy (Leo) Kozlowski, Paul (Patty) Biedny, Jerome (Patty) Biedny and Lisa (Kurt) Pilarski. Brother-in-law of Michael (Chris) Sikorski, Scott Sikorski and the late David Sikorski. Godfather of Rebecca Hunt. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held on Thursday, June 13, 2024 from 5:00-9:00pm at the Dietrich Funeral Home, Inc. 2480 Kensington Ave. Amherst, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10am in the Newman Center, 495 Skinnersville Rd. Please assemble at the church. Memorials may be directed to the Newman Center. Online condolences may be placed at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Jantzi, Peter, Jr.
Entered into rest June 3, 2024. Beloved husband of Dallas (nee. Schultz) Jantzi. Loving father of Craig (Michele), Eric (Colleen), & Douglas (Faith) Jantzi. Grandfather of Rachel, Megan, Aubry, Carissa, Peter, Catie, & Hunter. Brother of Margaret (late Donald) Foth. Survived by nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 11am at Colden United Methodist Church, 8795 Lower East Hill Rd., Colden, NY. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials may be made to Colden United Methodist Church. All are welcome to attend a reception immediately following the service at The Old Orchard, 2095 Blakeley Corners Rd, East Aurora, NY. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Carolyn G. Costa,
87, of Williamsville, NY, passed away June 1, 2024, after a long illness. Born in New Haven, CT, Carolyn was predeceased by parents Alfred and Antionette Girardi, husband Peter Costa Sr., son Peter Costa Jr., and sister Patricia Lombardi. She is survived by daughter Karen Zeisz (Chris Zeisz), son David Costa, brother Alfred Girardi, grandchildren Sarah, Matthew and Harrison, and great grandson Tanner. Carolyn was also a great friend to many. Retired for many years, Carolyn enjoyed gardening, dining out and spending time with family and friends. Private services for immediate family will be held in Connecticut. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Robert F. Vasi 🇺🇸🇺🇸
May 31, 2024
Of Buffalo, NY. Beloved son of the late Alfred F. and Theresa M. (nee Lewandowsky) Vasi; Dearest brother of the late Alfred C. Vasi; Cousin of the late David (Mary Ann) Borgioli, Cousin of Robert (Andrea) Borgioli; Uncle to David Borgioli, Jr., Mary Anne Borgioli-Ward (Stephen), Jim Bujalski (late Linda) and Mark Borgioli; Great-uncle to Michael Bujalski, Nicholas Picone and Maria Picone; Also survived by loving family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to a visitation on Thursday, June 6, 2024 from 4-6pm at The Dietrich Funeral Home, Inc., 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10am with Military Honors at Resurrection Church, 130 Como Park Blvd. Please assemble at church. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

David Quagliana
Entered into rest on May 31, 2024. Beloved husband to the Late Ruth Quagliana (nee Marcy). Devoted father of Douglas (Crystal), Daniel (Alicia), David A. Quagliana and Donna (Woodrow Keith) Purkey. Cherished grandfather of 12 and great-grandfather of 5. Brother of Thomas (Marilyn) Quagliana, the Late Paul Quagliana, Jeanne (Vincent) Stanton, Brother-in-law of Judith Quagliana, Rita (the Late David) Daberkow & Paula (the Late John) Marcy. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. David was a volunteer at the Williamsville Hutchinson Hose Fire Department. David was a radio operator for the Buffalo Police Department and a licensed amateur ham radio operator with the call sign K2MTW. A Visitation will be held on Wednesday June 5th, 2024 from 3-7 pm at The Dietrich Funeral Home, Inc., 2480 Kensington, Ave., Amherst, NY. A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday June 6th, 2024 at 9:30am at St. Peter and Paul Church, 5480 Main St, Williamsville, NY. Please assemble at church. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorials in David's honor may be given to a charity of your choice. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

Erwin Lee Hill of Buffalo entered into rest on May 25th, 2024. Relatives and Friends are invited to a visitation on Wednesday June 5th, 2024 from 10am-11am at St. Luke’s Mission of Mercy, 325 Walden Ave. Buffalo, NY 14211, where a Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com