Robert "Bob" Kaiser
May 07, 2025Age 93, of South Bend, IN, Williamsville and Grand Island, NY, passed away on May 7, 2025. Preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Sue (Kraybill) Kaiser. Survived by children Mark (Cathy Lownie) Kaiser and Stacy (Thomas) Gilmour; grandfather of Genevieve, Carleigh, Briana, Joel and Brandon; great-grandfather of Jackson, Elysium, and Maisy; also survived by in-laws, nieces, and nephews. Bob revealed his strong logic and math abilities in grade school, and in high school earned honors as the Indiana state math champion. He studied electrical engineering in college, earning his bachelors from Purdue University and his masters from MIT on a full scholarship. Later in life he earned his MBA from SUNY Buffalo. Most of his professional career was spent as an engineer for Bell Aerospace. He was especially proud of his work as Technical Director for the Army LACV-30 air-cushioned vehicle. A supportive husband, father and grandfather, Bob was the family’s rock and modeled ingenuity, dependability, frugality and humility. He was active in church life, serving as a committee member and trustee and offering technical and financial expertise. Perhaps his greatest role came to light when wife, Sue, was ordained as a United Methodist minister. He became a profoundly important support system as a helper, project manager, and advisor. Everyone who knew him enjoyed his razor sharp wit, honed with his keen intelligence. He had a perpetual sweet tooth and became a local legend for his Halloween popcorn balls, which he and Sue lovingly prepared for nearly 60 years.Bob was a downhill skier and golfer and always enjoyed a good chess match, puzzle or game of bridge. Playing bridge with his friends at Canterbury Woods was often the highlight of his week in recent years. Friends may call Saturday, May 17 from 9:30-11:00 AM at Trinity Church, 2100 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island where a Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 AM. The service will be live streamed at trinitygrandisland.org. Share condolences at Kaiserfuneral.com. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.
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Nathan Bundscho
Apr 27, 2025Bundscho, Nathan, April 27, 2025, of Buffalo. Son of Terri (nee Watkins) Cicatello and the late Brian Bundscho. Brother of Matthew Cicatello and Bobbi (Kevin) Bartholomew (nee Bundscho). Also survived by many aunts , uncles and cousins. Friends may call Saturday May 3, 2-4 PM followed by a Memorial Service Saturday at 4 PM at the Kaiser Funeral Home 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Memorials may be made to Compeer of WNY.
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Donald Beyer
Apr 24, 2025Donald Beyer, April 24, 2025, formerly of Grand Island. Husband of 57 years of Gretchen (nee Group) Beyer. Father of Eric and Hans Beyer. Son of the late George and Anna Beyer. Predeceased by 4 sisters. A funeral service will be held Tuesday April 29 at 4 PM followed by a visitation until 6 PM at the Kaiser Funeral Home 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice Buffalo. Share condolences at kaiserfuneral.com.
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John Leszczak, Jr.
Apr 21, 2025Leszczak John, Jr., April 14,1938-April 21,2025, age 87. Born in Elizabeth, NJ, resident of Grand Island since 1969. Beloved husband of 45 years to Maria (nee Bogulski) Leszczak. Devoted father to his two daughters, Patricia (Scott) Shaw, Loretta (Paul) Crvelin and his son, John M. Leszczak. Loving grandfather to Evan (Allie) Shaw, Benjamin (fiancee Courtney Day) Shaw and Zander Crvelin. Also survived by brothers and sisters in laws, nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, John and Sophie Leszczak Sr. and his brothers, Joseph and Henry Leszczak. Full military honor funeral services to be held privately at the WNY National Cemetery in Corfu, NY. If so desired, donations can be made in Johns memory to WNY National Cemetery, Wounded Warriors Project or Deglopper Memorial Park. (Moja droga, ja cie kocham). Share condolences at www.kaiserfuneral.com.
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Gerald J. Dubiel, Sr.
Apr 16, 2025Dubiel, Gerald (Jerry), April 16, 2025, of Grand Island. Husband of the late Diane (nee Podlas) Dubiel. Father of Gerald (Gary) Dubiel, Jr. (Michele). Grandfather of John, Anna and Amanda Dubiel. Brother of Cynthia Korba (Paul), Eugene Dubiel (Isle) and the late James Dubiel (late Myrtle). Son of the late John and Bernice Dubiel. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday June 7 at 11:30 AM at St. Stephens Church 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Grand Island Lions Club.
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