Niagara Gazette Local Obituaries

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Niagara Gazette Local Obituaries

By  Electa Turner

Are you seeking to honor the memory of loved ones who have passed, or perhaps searching for information about those who have touched the lives of others in Niagara County, New York? The stories of those we've lost, their milestones, and the imprints they've left on our community are invaluable, and finding the means to remember them is a vital part of the human experience.

The Niagara Gazette proudly offers memorial pages as a space for reflection and remembrance. These pages, along with those provided by local newspapers and funeral homes, serve as important resources. They allow us to not only view local obituaries but also to send flowers, find service dates, offer condolences, and celebrate the lives of those who have shaped our community. Searching for life stories, guestbook entries, and creating online memorials provides an opportunity to connect with the legacies left behind.

Here, we explore some of the individuals who have recently passed, their lives, and the impact they made in Niagara County and its surrounding areas. Information is gathered from various sources including funeral homes, local newspapers, and online memorial platforms.

Marvin Harlee Kneeppel
Born: Ransomville, NY
Passed Away: Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Age: N/A
Location of Passing: Buffalo VA Medical Center
Cause of Death: Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)
Cause of CLL: Agent Orange exposure during Vietnam War service
Known For: Beloved resident of Ransomville, NY
Additional Notes: Courageous battle against CLL; service in Vietnam.
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Marvin Harlee Kneeppel, a resident of Ransomville, NY, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the Buffalo VA Medical Center. His passing came after a long and valiant struggle against chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL), a disease linked to his exposure to Agent Orange during his service in Vietnam over 50 years ago. This obituary stands as a testament to the life of a man who served his country and was cherished by his community.

In the realm of remembrance, we also find the story of Smith, who passed peacefully on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at St. Mary's Hospital in Lewiston, New York. Born on October 18, 1965, in Niagara Falls, NY, she was a cherished daughter. This obituary provides a space for expressions of sympathy and shared memories.

Smith
Born: October 18, 1965
Passed Away: Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Age: 59
Location of Passing: St. Mary's Hospital, Lewiston, New York
Known For: Cherished daughter of the late Carrie L.
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Nancy, born on June 15, 1943, in Niagara Falls, NY, had a life marked by academic achievement and a spirit of adventure. A graduate of LaSalle Senior High School in 1961, she was selected as the first foreign exchange student from Niagara Falls, traveling to Denmark. This opportunity speaks volumes about her character and the impact she had on those around her.

Nancy
Born: June 15, 1943
Passed Away: N/A
Age: N/A
Education: Graduated from LaSalle Senior High School in 1961
Notable Achievement: First foreign exchange student from Niagara Falls, traveling to Denmark.
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The community also mourned the passing of Mitchell of Niagara Falls, NY, who passed away peacefully on May 29, 2023, at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY.

Shirley Ann (Norris) Jandreau, 82, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on March 20, 2025, at Niagara Hospice House in Lockport, NY. Born on May 30, 1942, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of the late Russell Galt Norris and Ada Gladys (Bradbury) Hyslop. She was also the beloved wife of Ralph Edward Jandreau, whom she married on November 5, 1966. Her life story, a tapestry of family and dedication, will be remembered by those who knew and loved her.

Shirley Ann (Norris) Jandreau
Born: May 30, 1942
Passed Away: March 20, 2025
Age: 82
Location of Passing: Niagara Hospice House, Lockport, NY
Parents: Russell Galt Norris and Ada Gladys (Bradbury) Hyslop
Spouse: Ralph Edward Jandreau
Marriage Date: November 5, 1966
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Eagan, of Gasport, NY, passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, in Sisters of Charity Hospital, Buffalo, NY. She was born in Niagara Falls, NY, on November 7, 1955, and was a daughter of the late Alexander and Lorraine [Patterson] Thomson.

Kujawa, 57, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away peacefully on April 21, 2025, at Niagara Hospice House. Born in Lewiston, NY, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Judithanne (Bruno) Macpherson. Those who knew her will hold her memory dear.

Kujawa
Born: Lewiston, NY
Passed Away: April 21, 2025
Age: 57
Location of Passing: Niagara Hospice House
Parents: Peter and Judithanne (Bruno) Macpherson
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Rachel graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1985. On January 8, 2016, she married her beloved husband.

Adamczyk, 80, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Friday, May 31, 2024, at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, on March 28, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Stella (Sermack) Tomala. Her life is a reflection of the community in which she was born and lived.

Adamczyk
Born: March 28, 1944
Passed Away: May 31, 2024
Age: 80
Location of Passing: Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center
Parents: Stanley and Stella (Sermack) Tomala
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Russell Lyle Hill, of Niagara Falls, age 70, passed away on February 11, 2025, at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Russ was born on March 4, 1954, on Six Nations, Ohsweken, Ontario, Canada, to Russell and Blanche (Jane) Hill. His life's journey is a testament to the connections between communities and individuals.

Russell Lyle Hill
Born: March 4, 1954
Passed Away: February 11, 2025
Age: 70
Location of Passing: Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center
Parents: Russell and Blanche (Jane) Hill
Birthplace: Six Nations, Ohsweken, Ontario, Canada
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Gloria Anne Donovan, a cherished resident of the Village of Lewiston, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2025, under the loving care of her children and Niagara Hospice. She was 93 years old. Born on May 14, 1931, in Niagara Falls, NY, Gloria was the beloved daughter of the late Clarence and Nellie (nee Sherman) Brandon. Her long and well-lived life is a treasure.

Gloria Anne Donovan
Born: May 14, 1931
Passed Away: January 17, 2025
Age: 93
Location of Passing: Niagara Hospice
Parents: Clarence and Nellie (nee Sherman) Brandon
Known For: Cherished resident of the Village of Lewiston
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Krawczyk, born in Niagara Falls, NY, was the daughter of the late William and Irene (Jakubowski) Matyjas. She resided in Amherst for the past forty years. Krawczyk was a retired teacher of the Niagara Falls school district, where she spent 15 years at 60th Street. Her impact on the education of countless children will endure through time.

Krawczyk
Born: Niagara Falls, NY
Passed Away: N/A
Age: N/A
Parents: William and Irene (Jakubowski) Matyjas
Residence: Amherst (for the past forty years)
Career: Retired teacher, Niagara Falls school district (15 years at 60th Street)
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Jean, born in Niagara Falls, NY, was the daughter of the late Angelo and Maria C. She attended local schools, graduating from Niagara Falls High School in 1953. On March 5, 1972, she married Burton Rosenberg at Temple Beth Zion, Buffalo, NY. Rosenberg predeceased her on July 15, 2011. These details offer a glimpse into her life's narrative.

Jean
Born: Niagara Falls, NY
Passed Away: N/A
Age: N/A
Parents: Angelo and Maria C.
Education: Graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1953
Spouse: Burton Rosenberg (married March 5, 1972)
Burton Rosenberg's Passing: July 15, 2011
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Eddie J. Briggs, 71, of Niagara Falls, New York, went home to be with the Lord on November 15, 2024. Family and friends will gather at 11 AM on Thursday at Grace Calvary Church, 1507 Weston Avenue, with the funeral to follow at noon. His memory will be a blessing.

Eddie J. Briggs
Passed Away: November 15, 2024
Age: 71
Location: Niagara Falls, New York
Service Details: Family and friends will gather at 11 AM on Thursday at Grace Calvary Church, 1507 Weston Avenue, with the funeral to follow at noon.
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Kay Florence, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Mercy Hospital of Buffalo. She was born in Niagara Falls, NY, on June 10, 1933, a daughter of the late Emmett P. Kay was the wife of the late Henry Florence, who passed away in 1985. This information serves as a tribute to her life.

Kay Florence
Born: June 10, 1933
Passed Away: February 11, 2025
Location of Passing: Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
Parents: Emmett P.
Spouse: Henry Florence (passed away in 1985)
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These obituaries, and the stories they tell, are a testament to the value of remembrance and the enduring impact of individuals within the Niagara County community. They remind us of the importance of cherishing the memories of those who have passed on and the legacies they have left behind.

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