Obituaries

Donald E. Meyers, age 87, of Tonawanda, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2022. Donald enjoyed dancing with his wife. He enjoyed golfing and bowling. He worked his whole career as a tile brick layer in Buffalo.  Donald was predeceased by his parents George and Frances Meyers, and by his son, Michael Meyers. He will be missed by his loving wife of over 67 years, Jane Meyers (nee Pielechowski). Loving father of David Meyers, Donna (Frank) Neuland, and Mark (Sharon) Meyers....

Robert "Roy" W. McAllister, age 80, passed away peacefully after a brief illness on May 14, 2022. Roy enjoyed working with wood and making furniture. He was an avid Buffalo Bills and Sabres fan. He had a soft spot for dogs, and enjoyed sharing a Guinness with those he loved.  Loving husband of 54 years to Kathleen McAllister. Devoted father to John (Deb) McAllister and James (Helen) McAllister. He will be missed by his grandchildren and...

Joseph V. Stallone, age 88, of the City of Tonawanda, May 7, 2022, following a brief illness. Joseph was a U.S. Army Korean War veteran. He had worked as a union bricklayer for 45 years. He was an active member of the Inner Harbor Yacht Club for many years and had also been active in Niagara Frontier Youth Football. He enjoyed wintering in Florida. He was the husband of the late Norma (Zimmer) Stallone. Dear father of Lorrie Stallone, Joseph (Gail) Stallone, and Christine (Craig) Hamilton....

Betty J. Miles (Burton) age 91, of the City of Tonawanda, May 4, 2022. Betty loved her Lord and attending her church, Shalom Baptist Church in North Tonawanda. She enjoyed baking, sewing, and spending time with her grandchildren. She also enjoyed having Ice Caps and Chinese with her dear friend Bobby. She was the daughter of the late Wilford and Eva (Weaver) Burton. Beloved wife of Ernest Miles, mother of Mark Miles, and Deborah (Harry) Schottmiller. Grandmother of Shaun, Sarah, Daniel,...

Taralee L. Sodus, on May 4th, after a brief illness. She was born on May 20, 1973 to Theodore Morseman and Linda Spencer, in Buffalo, NY. She is the mother of Eric (Hannah) Sodus and Linda Sodus and grandmother of Grayson and Paisley Sodus. She will be missed by her sisters Leeann Phillips and Totielee (Stephen) Hammett. She was preceded in death by her brothers Theodore Morseman Jr. and Matthew Moreseman. She also leaves behind many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins....

Edward C. Levan, Jr., age 92, born on July 3, 1929, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2022. Ed was an avid hunter and fisherman, especially for Walleye. He was an Army veteran of the Korean War. Edward spent 39 years of service at Niagara Mohawk and retired as chief service dispatcher. He was a member of the American Legion Sikora post # 1322, Niagara Frontier Electrical Contractors Association, lifetime member of the Association for Electrical Inspectors, the former NY Walleye...

Dorothy M. Will, age 98, born on June 29, 1923 passed away on April 23, 2022. She was predeceased by her husband Clarence “Bub” I. Will, and by her daughters Kathy and Pattie Will. She is survived by her son Thomas R. (Laurie) Will, seven grandchildren, and seven great-grandchildren. Dorothy worked at Bel- Aerospace and as a Pre-K teacher at St. Francis of Assisi School in Tonawanda. She retired after 26 years of service. She was a devoted, life-long parishioner at St. Francis of...

Michael “Chico” Kuntz passed away unexpectedly on April 18, 2022 at age 43. Michael loved his camp in Allen, NY and considered it a home away from home. He was a stubborn but selfless man who always seemed to be there to lend a hand of support whenever anyone needed him.  He was lucky enough to love his career and truly enjoyed going to work. He worked for his family’s business, Triple M Construction, as a house framer and considered himself a mentor to those who...

Carmen Florence (Carcoba) Ricchiazzi, of the Town of Tonawanda. Carmen was a caring loving wife, mother, sister, and friend. She passed away peacefully April 2, 2022, at the age of 61, after a lengthy battle with cancer. She was surrounded with all of her family at that time. Her personality was very captivating to everyone she met. She was a member and very accomplished photographer of the Buffalo Society of Artist. She loved music, art, photography, and most importantly she loved...

William J. Cramer, age 74, of Tonawanda, peacefully passed away surrounded by family on March 19, 2022.  Bill was a resident of the City of Tonawanda for the past 45 years.  He enjoyed eating out, especially at Athena's Restaurant, and cheering on the Yankees. He had a love for roses, and a soft spot for cats.  Husband of the late Erma Cramer (nee Holmes). Father of Lynne Cramer and James W. (Cassie) Cramer. Grandfather of Harrison James, and Benjamin William Cramer....