Of Grand Island, NY. Born on January 13th 1944 in Buffalo, NY to Joseph Vincent Gurreri Sr. and Maria Termini Gurreri. Beloved husband of Boneta K (nee Goss) Gurreri. Dear father of Anthony W. (Cathy) Gurreri and Tonette M. (Joseph) Aronica. Loving papa of Anna (Lance), Kali (Nick), Emily, Tori (Anthony), Lauren, Adam, Parker, and three great granddaughters- Siena, Josie, and Genevieve. Dear brother of Nicholas (Virginia) Gurreri, the late Lorenzo (Linda) Gurreri, the late Joseph (Patty) Gurreri, the late Josephine (late Ron) Fish, and the late John Gurreri. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was a proud 44 year General Motors retiree.
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Of Grand Island. January 16, 1940-November 26, 2025. Wife of the late Philip K. Buchanan. Mother of Elizabeth (Michael) Allen and Philip P. (late Jennifer) Buchanan. Grandmother of Jeremy (Marie) Buchanan, Matthew (Kristin) Allen, Laura (Marcus) Rosten, Jefferson (Arden) Buchanan, Miles Allen, Jacob, Grace and Joseph Buchanan. Great-grandmother of Nora, Lucas, Isaac, Teddy, and Calvin. Daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Mazi. Joan blessed many over the years, not only with her presence but also with thoughtful homemade cards, delicious toffee, and random acts of kindness. Often working quietly behind the scenes, Joan made a significant impact on those around her. She contributed time, talent, and treasure over the years to St. Timothy Lutheran Church, Buchanan-Eichel Homes, Inc., PTA and anyone who needed her help. She truly was the wind beneath our wings. Friends may call Saturday from 2-3 at St. Timothy Lutheran Church, 1453 Staley Rd., Grand Island where a Funeral service will be held at 3 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Timothy Lutheran Church. Share condolences at Kaiserfuneral.com.
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Schwartz, Willis T. (Bill), November 16, 2025, of Grand Island. Beloved husband of 61 years of Diana Schwartz. Father of Scott (Denise) and Glenn Schwartz. Grandfather of Christopher and James Schwartz. Great grandfather of Rylan. Loving sister in law of Ellie. A Celebration of Life will be held Saturday, December 13 from 11:30 AM -2:30 PM at the Buffalo Launch Club 503 East River Rd., Grand Island. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Feed More WNY. Bill was an avid nature photographer and a member of the Buffalo NY Science Museum Camera Club.
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Of Grand Island, formerly of Long Island, NY. Predeceased by his beloved wife Annete Boies-Lobl. Survived by his daughter Elizabeth (Daniel Provost) Thompson, cherished grandchildren Robert, Daniel, and Erin, sister Joan (Lawrence) Kalstein, and extended family and friends. Army veteran and alumnus of Albany College of Pharmacy and Cornell University. Dedicated Lions Club member, avid traveler, and lifelong dog lover. Friends may call Monday, December 8 from 3-6 at Kaiser Funeral Home, 1950 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, December 9th at 10 AM at St. Stephen RC Church, 2100 Baseline Road, followed by interment at Clarence Fillmore Cemetery, 4580 Ransom Road, Clarence, NY.
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Edward P. Krawczyk, age 82, of Grand Island, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2025, in Niagara Falls. Born in Niagara Falls, Ed was the son of Longin and Mary Krawczyk. He is survived by his brother James Kraws, his beloved wife of 54 years, Elizabeth Krawczyk; his two sons, David (Sheila) and Daniel (Linda); and five cherished grandsons: Joshua, Dominic, Andrew, Charles, and Christian. He was a graduate of Buffalo State University and dedicated 30 plus years of his life to teaching English, photography, and computers at Sweet Home High School in Amherst, touching the lives of countless students. Following his retirement, Ed embraced the Buffalo cultural community, serving as a docent at both the AKG Art Gallery and the Darwin D. Martin House. He loved carpentry, photography, literature, and art, and enjoyed bird watching. Visitation will be Wednesday, October 29th, 4 - 7 PM at Kaiser Funeral Home, 1950 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Thursday, October 30th at 10 AM at St. Stephens Church, 2100 Baseline Road, Grand Island. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
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