Obituaries

Michael “Mick/Mickey” Galas was recently reunited with the love of his life of more than 50 plus years, the late Sylvia (nee Siezega).  He is survived by four daughters: Debra (Bruce) Milleville, Tammy Galas-Kelly, Jessica (Chris) Warthling and Mandy (Joe) Lofft. He was a doting Dziadzie to 11 grandchildren: Carly, Mikaela and Ryan Milleville; Ben (Tori) and Emily Kelly; Madison, Joshua and Kennedy Warthling; Alex, Jason and Kayleigh Lofft.   He was the son of the...

Eileen Kay Kifner (nee McKinley), of Buffalo, passed away peacefully on May 26th, 2023. Eileen was born to Edward and Bernice McKinley. The loving wife of the late Peter Jerome Kifner. Cherished mother of Kelly (Patrick) Hanna and Debra (Doug) Wolf. Grandmother of Emily Hanna and step grandmother of Amanda and Brandon Wolf. Sister of Edward (Judith) McKinley, Walter “Mack” (Robyn) McKinley, Janice (James) Dudley, and the late Kevin McKinley. She will also be missed by many nieces...

Christine (Chrissy) Marie Snyder-Watkins, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 14, 2023.  She was born on June 14, 1978 in North Tonawanda, NY and graduated from Tonawanda High School. Chrissy went on to attend Alfred University, where she was Chapter President of the Delta Zeta Sorority. She graduated in 2000 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology. In 2007 she married Timothy Watkins of Towanda, PA and welcomed their son Brady in 2012. Nothing brought Chrissy more joy than...

Bridget R. Hawn, age 62, passed away unexpectedly at home on May 9, 2023.  Graduate of Tonawanda High School in 1978. After high school she began her career in the quality control industry. Bridget was an ordained minister and a Reiki healer. She loved her rescue animals and had many dogs and cats over the years. Bridget was known for her kindness, she was a sweet soul who shared love unconditionally and everyone she met she held in her heart.  She had a strong faith and a...

Gloria J Kropp (nee Gau), age 90, of North Tonawanda, on May 6, 2023, surrounded by family. She was the loving wife of the late Harold E. Kropp. Daughter of late Charles and Alida Gau and mother of Lorna (Christopher) Jankowski, Marcia (Mitchell) Haner, Mary (Michael) Seal, Kathleen Barnes, Karen (Brian) Newton, and the late Charles (Teresa) Kropp. She was the cherished grandmother to Harold, Sarah, Christopher, Jonathan, Robert, Todd, Amanda, Melanie, Jenny, Mitchell, Diana, Jennifer,...

Constance Anthony (nee Niemiec) passed away peacefully on May 5, 2023. She was born on December 12, 1946 to the late Thaddeus (Ted) and Mildred (nee Urban) Niemiec. Loving companion of 39 years to Donald Baughman "Mr. B.". And another one is gone and another one is gone and another one bites the dust.  Survived by her son Craig (Donna) and her two grandsons Jack and Christien of Gainesville, GA. Sister of Mark (Allene) Niemiec of St. Augustine, FL, and Karen (Richard) Bly of...

Thomas P. King passed away on April 29, 2023, at the age of 72. Devoted husband of Karen (nee Sherry) King for 50 years. Loving father of Adam S. King and Kimberly R. (Timothy) DeVantier. Beloved grandfather of Calvin R. and Cash P. DeVantier. Son of the late Charles J. Sr. and Bettymarie King. Brother of Charles J. (Gina) King Jr., Roger J. King, Sr., and Barbara Koons. Brother-in-law of Jean King. Thomas retired after 35 years of service from Dunlop Tire. He enjoyed hunting and...

Robert F. Chelikowsky, age 86, of North Tonawanda, passed peacefully in the care of Niagara Hospice. Robert was predeceased by his parents, Anton and Florence Chelikowsky, and his loving wife, Bonnie Chelikowsky (nee Berg). Robert leaves behind his children, Denise (Robert) Curto, and Joseph Chelikowsky; his grandchildren, Derrick and Bonnie Chelikowsky; and his siblings, Mary (the late Joseph) Rank, and Kathleen (Robert) Luescher. He will also be missed by Daisy, his dog. Robert was a...

Stephanie L. Bain, age 33, of North Tonawanda, on April 7th, 2023. Stephanie is survived by her loving parents, James and Cynthia Bain, as well as her sisters Lisa (Chad) Parson, and Nicole Bain. She will be missed by many aunts, uncles, and cousins, especially her dear aunt Beanie. Stephanie was a 2011 graduate of North Tonawanda High School, and currently attended Intandem Day Hab. She played softball with The Miracle League of Western New York and always enjoyed getting together with...

Matthew J. Enser, age 37, of the Town of Cheektowaga, March 14, 2023. He is survived by his long time girlfriend Taylor Kley. Beloved son of James R. and Wendy J. (Heinikel) Enser. Brother of Sara (Thomas) Wager, uncle of Sydney and Zachary. He is also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends may call at the Fretthold & Hamp Funeral Home, 37 Adam St. in Tonawanda on Saturday from 10:00 Am – 11:00 AM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home beginning at 11:00...