Obituaries

Donna May Gromlovits (Ruffner) age 69, of North Tonawanda , passed away on March 3, 2021 at Northgate HealthCare Facility. Donna was a graduate of North Tonawanda High school, class of 1970. She graduated, with honors, from the Accounting program at Niagara County Community College in 2000. She was very proud of this accomplishment. Donna worked as a school bus driver for the North Tonawanda School district for many years. She spent time as a secretary at the Niagara Falls Air Base. She also...

Ronald Barber, age 88, passed away unexpectedly after a brief hospital stay. Ronald was a lifelong mechanic who started his career as a child working alongside his father for his family owned business, Barber’s Garage. He served as a mechanic during the Korean War. He was employed by the North Tonawanda City School district and retired after 30 + years of service. Ronald loved wood working and was very skilled at his craft. He was always building something for someone. He was a member...

Don't let them say I wasn't born, That something stopped my heart I felt each tender squeeze you gave, I've loved you from the start. Although my body you can't hold, It doesn't mean I'm gone, This world was worthy, not of me, God chose that I move on. I know the pain that drowns your soul, What you are forced to face. You have my word, I'll fill your arms, Someday we will embrace. You'll hear that it was "meant to be, God doesn't make...

Robert A. Gadt, age 92, of the City of Tonawanda, February 20, 2021 in Schofield Residence.  Robert was a former employee of Moog Music Inc., and was a member of the Mason’s.  Beloved father of David H. (Debbie) Gadt, Robert J. (late Debbie) Gadt, Steven (Peggy) Gadt and the late Alan Gadt.  Grandfather of David, Melissa, Gregory, Leanne, Michael, Matthew, and Sarah.  Great-grandfather of 13 great-grandchildren.  Funeral services will be held privately,...

Wesley E. Terry, age 93, of North Tonawanda, February 17, 2021. Wesley was a U.S. Navy veteran.  Beloved husband of Sharon (Rademacher) Terry. Father of Patrick (Marie), Leonard (Jean), Gail (Jerry) Eberhard, Penny (Tiny) Barry, Keith (Janet), and the late Kim (Bill) Schwartzkopf. Stepfather of Denise (Barb) Krause, and Lisa (Rick) Wissing. Brother of William Terry.  Grandfather of many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held privately. If so desired...

John J. Jermy Jr., age 56, of the City of Tonawanda, suddenly at Buffalo General Hospital. John was an outdoorsman who loved hunting in Wellsville, or fishing at Bonds Lake. He also enjoyed his bowling league for may years, going to the casino, but most of all John loved his family. He was a hard working man who built a lifelong career as a roofer. John was predeceased by his mother and father Mary & John Jermy, his sister Vickie, and his son Brian Piccolo. He is survived by his loving...

Becky L. Davis, age 36, was suddenly taken from us on February 1, 2021, at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. Everybody that met Becky, instantly fell in love with her. She maintained a youthful outlook on life and always found the excitement and possibilities in things. Even in the mornings, she managed to be happy, bubbly, and energetic. She was a dedicated friend and family member and especially loved her nieces, Angela and Shelby, and nephew Jack. Becky is preceded in death by her...

Elsie “Sue” Howard (Graham) age 86, of the City of Tonawanda, died peacefully January 18, 2021 at her home while under the care of Hospice Buffalo. Sue worked as a Registered Nurse for the E. J. Meyer Memorial Hospital and Retired from the Erie County Medical Center. She had been a volunteer at the Erie County S.P.C.A., she loved traveling and was a long-time member of the Tonawanda United Methodist Church.  She was the wife of the late Leo Howard.  Beloved mother of...

Gifford R. Peck, age 82, of the City of Tonawanda, January 16, 2021, in Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital after a brief illness.  Gifford was a U.S. Army veteran, retiring from the Army after 38 years of service. He had also worked as a printer for Royal Printing in Buffalo. He was a Life-long member of Union Hook & Ladder in the City of Tonawanda, and a Life-long member of the Grand Island Volunteer Fire Company.  He was an active ember of the United Methodist Church of...

Timothy Kanalley, age 54, passed unexpectedly on January 16th . He was born and raised in Buffalo, NY and moved to the City of Tonawanda when he got married 27 years ago. Timothy and his family were Disney World fanatics and considered it their home away from home. He enjoyed tinkering with things, especially antique radios. He was an outdoorsman who knew all the best hiking spots, and enjoyed fishing at his family’s cottage in Java Lake. He spent 23 years working as a chemist at...