Marie Catherine Hesse, 95, wife of the late John Richard Hesse, passed from this life on Friday, January 6, 2017 in Elderwood Grand Island.  Born on April 29, 1921 in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada, she was the daughter of the late Linus A. and Magdalena (Geier) Schumacher.  Arrangements by Niagara County Cremation Care (in Otto Redanz Funeral Home)

Charles Eddy Thieringer, 86, of North Tonawanda, NY, passed from this life on Sunday, November 6, 2016 in Northgate Manor.  Born on October 28, 1930 in Sugarcreek, PA, Charles was the son of the late Edwin and Katherine (Weaver) Thieringer.   All services will be held privately with his family.  Arrangements by Niagara County Cremation Care.  

James P. Stewart, III, 76, of Lockport, NY, passed from this life on Thursday, September 15, 2016 in Mount View Assisted Living in Lockport, NY.  Born on May 28, 1940, he was the son of the late James P. and Evelyn (Papp) Stewart, II.  James was employed as a school teacher for the Lockport School District. There will be no calling hours or funeral services.  Arrangements under the direction of Niagara County Cremation Care (in Otto Redanz Funeral Home) located in the Town...

Connie Lou Sroka, 80, of Wheatfield, NY, passed from this life on Sunday, August 28, 2016 at her residence.  Born on April 12, 1936 in DuBois, PA, she was the daughter of the late William and Dorothy (Curry) Kunselman.   There will be no prior visitation or funeral services.  Please visit www.niagaracountycremationcare.com for online condolences. 

Bruce James Bennett, 65, passed away suddenly Sunday, Aug. 21, 2016. His fiancé Terry Blue, her sister Lynda Burey and his dear friend Ken Walczak were by his side. Bruce was born July 10, 1951 and was a life-long resident of the Clarence/Niagara Falls area. Bruce graduated from Clarence Central High School in 1969. He spent his career in the architectural hardware business, most recently as Operations Manager at Door Specialties, Tonawanda.  Bruce is survived by his mother,...

Dorothy E. (Malay) Crane, 87, of Lockport, NY, passed from this life on Saturday, August 27, 2016 at her residence.  Born on October 29, 1928 in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of the late Daniel and Gertrude (Barrett) Malay.  Dorothy was employed as a sales clerk for Hallmark Gifts. There will be no prior visitation or funeral services.  Please visit www.niagaracountycremationcare.com 

Harry B. Winters, Jr., 91, of Lewiston, NY, husband of Irene L. (Cossar) Winters, passed from this life on Saturday, November 7, 2015 at his residence.  Born on August 22, 1924 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Harry B. and Hannah (Mullen) Winters, Sr.  Harry retired from E.I. DuPont.   All services are private.  Arrangements by Niagara County Cremation Care (in Otto Redanz Funeral Home) 2215 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY (716-304-4800).

      Susan M Costanzo, 70, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away Saturday September 19, 2015 at St. Mary's Hospital.  She attended local schools and worked at Harrison Radiator. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends, and loved animals.   She is survived by her beloved son, Michael O'neill and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. There will be no visitation and a private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family....

  Evelyn Clyde, passed away on Thursday April 23, 2015, after a courageous battle with cancer, while surrounded by family members at Mt.Saint Mary's Hospital. Evelyn was the devoted wife of James F. Clyde, mother of Angela,Todd and Adam and known by all nephews and nieces as their favorite" Aunt Evie." Evelyn was known for her wit and humor and a laugh that would brighten up anyone's day,also known as the worlds most avid collector of bad horror movies with whom she...

  Joseph C. Patterson, Jr., 41, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed from this life on Monday, April 13, 2015 at his residence, following a lengthy illness.  Born on August 9, 1973 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Betty Winters of Niagara Falls, NY and the late Joseph C. Patterson, Sr. In addition to his mother, Joseph is survived by two brothers, David Winters and Kevin Patterson; two nieces and one nephew. Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of...