U.S., Obituary Collection, 1930-CurrentJean Clingersmith
Jean (Modica) Clingersmith 79, of Niagara Falls, NY died peacefully in her sleep Saturday June 20, 2009 at her residence. Born in Buffalo, NY she was the daughter of the late Vitale “Charles” and Rosaria (Giallombardo) Modica.
Jean grew up on the West Side of Buffalo and attended Buffalo schools. On June 12, 1954, she married William Clingersmith at Holy Angels Church in Buffalo, NY and together they moved to Niagara Falls, NY. Jean began working at the former J.N. Adam Co. in Buffalo, NY and later as a crossing guard for the City of Niagara Falls. Jean was involved with her children’s schools and volunteered at Niagara Catholic. She was a member of St. Joseph’s Church, St. Joseph’s Mothers Club and Pine Avenue Block Club. During her spare time she enjoyed playing cards but her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends.
In addition to her husband of 55 years, Mrs. Clingersmith is survived by her seven children David Clingersmith of Niagara Falls, NY; Ann Louise (Louis) Ciminelli of Buffalo, NY, Mark (Marianne) Clingersmith, William (Anne) Clingersmith, both of Niagara Falls, NY, James (Lisa) Clingersmith of San Diego, CA, Christine (Jeffrey) Vahue of Boston, MA and Julie (Michael) Dearing of Pendleton, NY; eighteen grand children, Ryanne, Caitlyn, Lauryn, Lyndsey, Molly, Matthew, Melissa, Ashley, William, Sarah, Kristen, Kenna, Kara, Daniel, Eric Clingersmith, Serena, Peter, Anthony Vahue; one great-grandson Gavin and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her three sisters, Rose (late Ed) Donnelly; Ada (Dominic of Buffalo, NY) D’Ettorre; Nina (late Tony) Saccia; two brothers Joseph (Frances of Kenmore, NY) Modica and Salvatore Modica. She was also predeceased by a brother-in-law Leonard (Isabel of Niagara Falls, NY) Clingersmith.
Friends may call on Tuesday from 2 - 4 and 7 – 9 pm at the M.J.COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK where funeral services will begin on Wednesday June 24th at 9:15 am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 am. in Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Parish at St. Joseph’s Church 1413 Pine Ave. Niagara Falls, NY. Entombment in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association, Heart Gifts Processing Center PO Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220-3049.
Angelo Perno
U.S. Veteran Loving Husband, Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather
Angelo N. Perno, 91, of the Town of Niagara, NY died on Wednesday June 17, 2009 at Mt. St. Mary’s Hospital in Lewiston, NY. Angelo was born in Niagara Falls, NY and was the son of the late Dominic and Maria (Critelli) Muraco-Perno.
Angelo was raised of humble surroundings on a farm where he learned hard work. He proudly served in the U.S. Navy on an aircraft carrier during World War II after the attack on Pearl Harbor from April 16, 1943 until his honorable discharge on April 20, 1946. He was awarded an American Theater Medal, a Good Conduct Medal and a Victory Medal. On September 14, 1946 he married Jennie D. (Finitz) Perno at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Niagara Falls, NY. Angelo was employed at the former Hooker Chemical Corporation in Niagara Falls, NY as a machinist, and retired in 1979 after 33 years of service. He was a longtime active member of St. Leo’s Church in the Town of Niagara as well as serving as an usher and Catholic Charities volunteer. He liked gardening and was an avid sports fan but most of all; Angelo enjoyed spending time with his family. He truly lived by the statement “Love Thy Neighbor as Thyself.” He would know the neighbors well and showed concern for them.
In addition to his wife of sixty two years, Mr. Perno is survived by his daughter Beverly Jean Perno-Conte (David C.) Millis of Orlando, FL; a son Robert Dominic (Deborah) Perno of Niagara Falls, NY and another daughter Cynthia Marie Perno (Craig R.) Moeller of Melbourne, FL. He is also survived by his grandchildren Kris (Christina) Conte, Joel (Andrea) Conte, Jared (Janeth) Conte, SSgt. Justin (Betony) Conte,USAF, Aaron Conte, Gina (Paul) Urban, Robert A. Perno, Anthony Dominic Perno (fiancé’ Adrienne Rivers), Alyssa L. Moeller, Marlayna Moeller, Alicia Moeller and Craig Moeller, his great grandchildren Alexander Angelo Conte, Ryan E. Conte, William L. Conte, Joshua D. Conte, Blake Dominic Conte, Juliana B. Conte, Talia, Parker,Katie,Cara and Paulie Urban one brother Frank (Betty) Perno of Niagara Falls, NY; two sisters Elizabeth (late Marino) Galante of Niagara Falls, NY and Josephine (late Leo) Bongiovanni of Palmdale, CA and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by two brothers Thomas (late Bonnie) Muraco and Luigi “Louie” (Jennie of Niagara Falls, NY) Muraco and three sisters Mary Paonessa, Bessie (late Alfred) DiGregorio and Frances (late Angelo) Chiccone.
Friends may call on Sunday from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 p.m. at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY where funeral services will begin on Monday June 22nd at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Vincent De Paul Parish at St. Leo’s Church, 2748 Military Road, Niagara Falls, NY with Rev. Robert Hughson officiating. Interment with Military Honors will be held in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Lewiston, NY.
Rose M. Scibetta
Rose M. (Ullo) Scibetta, 95, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY entered into rest on Tuesday June 16, 2009 at Northgate Manor Nursing Home in North Tonawanda, NY. Born in Chicago, IL she was the daughter of the late Guiseppe and Vincensia (Colca) Ullo.
Rose came to Niagara Falls as a child with her family and attended local schools. She married Dominick Scibetta at St. Joseph’s Church in Niagara Falls, NY. Mr. Scibetta predeceased her on April 9, 1970. Rose’s love for her family was first and foremost; she dedicated her life to their care, support and nurturing; her legacy will live on through them. Rose spent many happy years cooking, laughing, singing, crocheting and sharing stories with her many family, friends and neighborhood children.
Mrs. Scibetta is survived by four children Paul (Doris Fisher) Scibetta of Missouri, Josephine (late Frank) Bongiovanni of Bergholz, NY; Vincenette (Antonio “Leo”) Marcantonio and Joseph Scibetta both of Grand Island, NY, close friend of the family Dominic Marini, eleven grandchildren, seventeen great-grandchildren, fourteen plus great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by one sister, Katherine ‘Katie’ Gullo (late Charles) Chiparo and four brothers, Peter (late Frances R. Insana) Ullo, John (late Frances M. Barone) Gullo, Joseph (late Mary) Gullo and Raymond (late Olean Palillo) Gullo.
Friends may call on Thursday from 5 – 9 p.m. at the M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NY where funeral services will begin on Friday June 19th at 9:15 a.m. followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. in St. Stephen’s Church, 2100 Baseline Road, Grand Island NY with Rev. Paul Nogaro O.M.N., officiating. Interment will be held in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY.
Hazel Chiarmonte
CHIARMONTE - Hazel S. (nee Maciejewski) June 20, 2009, wife of the late Steven; dear mother of Samuel (Frances), Phyllis (Frank) Cavallaro, Joseph, Camille (James) Krzywicki, Gerald (Sandra) and Margaret (Stanley) Czesak; grandmother of 14 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; sister of the late John and Albert. Funeral from the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (two blocks east of Dick Rd.) Wednesday 9 AM and Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Church 9:30. Visitation Monday 7-9 and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.
Joseph Krawczyk
KRAWCZYK - Joseph June 13, 2009, beloved husband of Theresa (nee Czaplicki); dear father of Timothy J. (Barbara) and Mark (Debbie); loving grandfather of Daniel, David, Rebecca and Cory; predeceased by brothers and sisters; survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services from the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1949 Clinton St. (three blocks west of S. Ogden St.) Wednesday 10:30 AM. Visitation Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Joe was a combat U.S. Naval veteran of WWII Pacific Theater, a member of Leonard Post VFW and the UAW. In lieu of flowers, donations to Hospice Buffalo, Inc.
Geraldine M. Dick
DICK - Geraldine (nee Moline) Of Depew, NY, age 88. June 12, 2009, beloved wife of the late Kenneth L. Dick; devoted mother of Charles K. Dick, Pamela L. Figel and her husband Kenneth; proud grandmother of Kimberly M. Figel of Washington, DC and Sheila A. Figel of Buffalo; predeceased by siblings Katherine Mathewson, Margaret Johnson, Evelyn Orlander, David, Richard, John, Ralph, Raymond, Charles and William; survived by James; "Aunt Gerry" to many many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Dick was a secretary in Maryvale School District for over 20 years. Funeral from the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd (two blocks east of Dick Rd.) Monday at 10 AM. Visitation Sunday 4-8 PM. Interment in Elmlawn Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. Memorial contributions to St. Francis Home of Williamsville, c/o Sr. Bea, 147 Reist St., 14221 or St. John's Lutheran Church, 3512 Clinton St., West Seneca 14224 would be appreciated.
Grant I. Gohr
GRANT I. GOHR- "Gig" June 8, 2009 of Hamburg, NY, beloved husband of Joyce L. (nee Carlin); dear father of Merri, Grant W., Patricia (Richard) Krautsack and Robert; grandfather of Rachel and Shannon; brother of Carol (George) DeWald, Clayton (Carol) Gohr, Kathleen (Charles) Mogavero, the late William (Josephine) Gohr, Jean (Robert) Dippold and Robert Gohr; also survived by nieces and nephews. Mr. Gohr is predeceased by both his parents. Visitation Thursday 4-8 PM at the PACER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2275 George Urban Blvd. (two blocks east of Dick Rd.) where services will follow at 8 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations may be made to Hospice Buffalo Inc. Online condolences
