Billy J. Gorrell
Mar 31, 2025Gorrell, Billy J., March 31, 2025, of Grand Island. Husband of Nancy (nee Braddell) Gorrell. Father of William J., Jeffrey (Michelle), Jerome (Mia) and Timothy Gorrell. Also survived by 11 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. Brother of Howard (Charlene) Gorrell and the late Duane and Stanley (survived by wife Susan) Gorrell, Elaine (Late Ray) Traverse, Terry and Timmy Gorrell. Son of the late Kathleen (nee Dew) and Silas Gorrell. Friends may call Friday 4-7 PM at the Kaiser Funeral Home 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 AM at Bible Fellowship Center 1136 Baseline Rd., Grand Island. Billy was a US Army Veteran. Memorials may be made to Charles DeGlopper Memorial VFW Post 9249 of which Billy was a member.
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Frances A. Vitello (Reichlmayr)
Mar 23, 2025Passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by the love of her family. Loving wife of the late Stephen S. Vitello. Mother of Frances Marie (Neil) Seaman, Annette (Joseph) Follendorf, Stephen (Sharyle) Vitello and Janice (James) Ahne. Grandmother of Nicolas Vitello, Jonathon (Danielle) Seaman, Samantha Stuhler, Stephen (Kelly) Vitello, Michael (Katelynn) Seaman, Alexander (Sam Harper) Ahne, Matthew (ALexis) Seaman, Clare (Philip Edgecombe) Ahne and Eva Grace Ahne. Great-grandmother of Sienna Seaman, Emmett Seaman and Adelynn Vitello. Daughter of the late Mary (Everett) and Joseph Reichlmayr. Dear sister to Frances (Lester) Strasburg and sister of the late Maryann Ziolkowski, Pernella Ziarnowski, Grace Rieg, Jerome Reichlmayr and their spouses. Also survived by brother-in-law Frank Vitello and sister-in-law Lelia Dillon and many loving nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Frances is greatly missed by all who knew her. Friends may call Monday, March 31 from 6-8 at Kaiser Funeral Home, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday at 10 at St. Stephens Church, 2100 Baseline Rd.
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David Henderson
Mar 19, 2025Of Grand Island.Husband of the late Judith Henderson. Father of the late Paul (Kelly) Henderson, Terri Henderson, Mary Goris and Beth Henderson. Grandfather of Nicole (Greg) Nabozny, Natalie Henderson, Christopher and Stacy Foote, Amanda (Jeff) Kuczmanski and Heather and Morgan Goris. Great-grandfather of Stella, Hazel, Lydia, Camden, Jeffrey, Brooke and Hayes. Friends may call Thursday, March 27 from 6-8 with a Memorial Service at 8 at Kaiser Funeral Home, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island
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Michael C. Hooper
Mar 16, 2025Born June 21, 1954 passed away suddenly on Sunday, March 16, at his home. He was the son of Charles and the late Ruth Hooper. Husband to Teresa (Sander), father of Luke, Zack and Sabrina. Son in law of Richard & Gale Sander. Brother of Daniel (Marleen), Chuck (Tina), Patrick (Stacie) and Tom (Laurie). Uncle to Emily, Jessica, Nolan and Madeline Klein, Bridget, Rebecca and Ben Sander, TJ Podsiadlo, Daniel (Amanda), Kelsey (Gary) Styn, Mathew (Katie), Craig and Justin. Grandfather of Freddy Hooper. Michael was a long time resident of Grand Island, where he was a proud owner of Hooper Builders, where his dedication and craftsmanship left a lasting mark in the community. He spent countless hours and sweat building the Miracle League. He was a man who found joy in the simple pleasures of life, hunting, fishing and gathering with friends and family. As a charter captain on Lake Ontario and Lake Erie he spent countless days guiding both adults and children on unforgettable fishing adventures, delighting in the excitement on their faces when they reel in their catch. His love for the water extended to his vacations at Manasota Key, Florida, where he spent cherished days surf fishing and relaxing with family. Every deer season he could be found at The Cabin in Little Valley making memories with his father, brothers and cousin. The stories he brought home were memorable. Summer weeks were spent on the beach at Turkey Point, Ontario, enjoying lazy days on the beach, fishing and attitude adjustment hour with family and neighbors. Michael took pride and loved to grill or smoke the fish and game he caught. He loved nothing more than sharing these meals with family and friends savoring both food and laughter. His heart was as big as the outdoors that he loved. He was always ready to lend a hand, whether it was helping a neighbor with a project or offering guidance to those around him. His presence brought warmth and joy and his legacy will live on in the countless lives he touched. A celebration of Life will be held on Monday from 4-7 pm at Kaiser Funeral Home on Grand Island. Immediately following will be military honors and a prayer service. May his spirit live on in the rustling leaves of the woods, the gentle waves of the lake and the laughter of those who remember him.
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Vicki Cheff
Mar 13, 2025Mother of Ann Marie (late Peter) Sander-Kane, Jospeh Cheff, John Filax and the late Thomas (Alicia) Cheff. Vicky is also survived by 7 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren and was predeceased by sister Judy Higby. Services private. Donations can be made to Hospice Buffalo.
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