Obituaries

"I believe that I shall look upon the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living." Psalm 27:13

Thomas R. Holler, age 69, a lifelong resident of the City of Tonawanda. He was a Tonawanda High School graduate of 1969. Thomas worked for Leemar Construction and eventually started his own business, Landmark Construction. He served as president of Landmark Construction for 28 years.Thomas served as president of the National Hose Company of Tonawanda. He was an active member of the Exchange club of Tonawanda and of the Tonawanda Racing Association.  He also served as a volunteer fireman...

Marlene A. Konieczny-Penman, age 67, of the Town of Wheatfield, May 24, 2021. Marlene had worked as an Environmental Engineer for the 3M Company. She enjoyed gardening and she enjoyed caring for animals and had adopted 3 dogs from the SPCA.  She was the daughter of the late Donald and Geraldine (nee Heysel) Penman.  Beloved sister of David (Patricia) Penman, Kenneth Penman, and Scott (Lori) Penman. Aunt of Jessica, Zachery, and Samantha Penman and the late Jacob Penman. ...

Sister Mary Elaine Hecker, a Sister of St. Mary of Namur for 63 years, died May 24, 2021. Shewas 81 years old. The daughter of Sheldon and Eunice Hecker, she entered the order in 1958 and made her perpetual vows in 1967. She received a B.A. in education from D’Youville College and further education at Misericordia College in Pennsylvania. Sister’s mission was marked by a preference for the most vulnerable. She taught pre-school and early grade children at Annunciation School,...

Mark A. Case, age 70, of Lockport, after a lengthy illness. Mark enjoyed the great outdoors, and loved camping in Allegheny. He will be forever remembered for his fun-loving and witty outlook on life. He enjoyed building model airplanes, cars, and boats. Above all, Mark enjoyed the company of his family. He is predeceased by his parents, Alvin and Violet (Phillips) Case, and his sister Nancy Case. He will be missed by his son Mark (Jen) Case, and by his siblings Scott (Joanne) Case, Cheryl...

I wanted you more than you ever will know, so I sent love to follow you wherever you go.   Visitation for Mark will be held at Fretthold & Hamp Cremation & Funeral Services, 37 Adam Street in Tonawanda, on Wednesday May 26th, from 4p-7p. Interment at Mount Olivet Cemetery.

Beverly I. Hoppel (nee Dryer) age 91, of the city of Tonawanda, passed away May 18, 2021 following a brief illness.  Beverly loved sewing and knitting.  She was a member of the U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary and the Swift Water Power Squadron Ladies Auxiliary. She had also been a Girl Scout leader.  She was the wife of the late Richard Hoppel.  Beloved mother of Karen Hoppel and Keith (Kathy) Hoppel.  Grandmother of Krystin (Eric McCarthy) Hoppel and Kourtney...

Jenifer Browning, 45, of Tonawanda. Beloved daughter of Jerry and Leslie Browning, loving sister to Erik (Shonna) Browning. Aunt to Emily and Logan Browning and Britney Marcheson. She is also survived by her loving grandmother, Lois Browning LaPolt. Jenifer leaves behind many Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins and will be especially missed by her dear cousin Michelle Valenti. She also leaves behind her most loyal companion, Kenzie, her black lab. Jenifer was known for her huge heart and unending...

Marie T. Pellnat-Linneman (nee Zehler) age 92, of Buffalo, passed away April 27, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Arthur O. Pellnat and the late Neal A. Linneman. Dearest mother of Norman (Debra) Linneman. Loving grandmother of Lindsay Linneman, great-grandmother of Natalie and Riley Archer.  Sister of Joyce Mustard and the late Lorraine and Norman Zehler. Daughter of the late Norman Zehler and Charlotte Weight. Also survived by stepchildren, step grandchildren and step...

George M. Joyes, age 85, of the city of Tonawanda, April 22, 2021, in Kenmore Mercy Hospital following a brief illness.  George was a former employee of the General Motors Parts Division, Cheektowaga. He enjoyed visits to the casino and he was an avid bowler.  Beloved husband of Karen (nee Thuersam) Joyes. He was the brother of the late Clifford, Thelma, Robert, and Doris. He is survived by many nieces and nephews.  Funeral services will be held privately. If so desired...