All Obituaries

Charles Earl Porter  of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2020, under the care of his family.   He was born in Niagara Falls, NY, on December 30, 1927, the son of the late Charles O. and Beulah [Jackson] Porter. Mr. Porter served with the US Army in Korea. After returning from the service, he was employed as an electrician with several businesses and then helped with the construction of the Robert Moses Power Project.   He was a general...

Mrs. Hattie Hobbs was born on July 20, 1921 to the late John and Viola (Polk) Golden in Rolling Fork, Mississippi.​ She was raised in Memphis, Tennessee as one of seven children. Hattie lost her father at an early age. Her mother, Viola Golden, lived to the beautiful age of 97 years. Hattie was a homemaker and co-business owner of a hat store in the...

Of Tuscarora Nation, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 12, 2020, in Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center. He was a member of the Seneca Nation, Snipe Clan and was born in Lewiston, NY, on May 23, 1970 the son of the late Marcel L. and Frances E. [Jack] Jacobs. Vernon graduated from Niagara Wheatfield High School in 1988 and attended Pfeiffer University and Canisius College.  He excelled in many sports including golf, bowling and lacrosse the "Creator's game"....

Lois M. MacIver of Florence, SC, formerly of the Town of Wheatfield, entered into rest of Wednesday, December 11, 2019.  She was born on May 17, 1931 in Niagara Falls, NY, the daughter of the late Percy and DeEtta Bates. Lois was an extremely talented seamstress and enjoyed making gowns and costumes throughout her years. When she moved to Florence she continued sewing and created bags and purses from repurposed burlap coffee bean sacks which she sold through various craft...

George J. Rutledge of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away Sunday, January 5, 2020, in Buffalo General Hospital. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY, on December 19, 1949, the son of the late John L. and Carmelita [Gormley] Rutledge. Mr. Rutledge graduated from Bishop Duffy High School and served with the US Marines during the Vietnam War and later with the 107th National Guard. He was a production worker with the Tonawanda Engine Plant for over 30 years, retiring in 2008. Mr. Rutledge was an avid...

Harold Leroy Ford of Niagara Falls, NY, arrived safe in the arms of Jesus on January 5, 2020. He has won his lengthy battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy.  He fought the fight nobly with grace, dignity and confidence that he would be rejoicing in the presence of his Lord and Savior. Harold was born January 14, 1945 in Berkley, CA, the son of the late Burton Leroy and Helen Louvera Ford.  He graduated from DeAnza Jr/Sr High School in Richmond, CA in 1962 and enlisted in the...

Cynthia A. Breeden of Sanborn, NY, passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2020, in Niagara Hospice House, Lockport, NY.  She was born in Buffalo, NY, on December 12, 1948 the daughter of the late John and Jean[Lock] Brueckman. Mrs. Breeden was a library assistant with the Sanborn Library for over 20 years. She loved spending time with her family,  especially her grandchildren and enjoyed reading and gardening. Mrs. Breeden is survived by her husband of 47 years Lenny...

Richard P. DeVantier  of the Town of Cambria, NY, passed away on Friday December 20, 2019 at his home.  He was born in Lockport, NY,  on July 20, 1949, a son of Ruth E. (Mueller) DeVantier and the late Elmer A. DeVantier. Mr. DeVantier graduated from Starpoint  and then served in the US Army during the Vietnam War. He was a production worker with Harrison Radiator in Lockport for over 30 years, retiring in 1999. Mr. DeVantier continued to operate the family...

Sister Marie Altier, OSF, (formerly Sister M. Rosita) born  in Corning, OH, on December 1, 1924, died on December 17, 2019 at the Stella Niagara Health Center, Stella Niagara, New York. She was the daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary (Marino) Altier. Sister Marie  entered the Sisters of St. Francis on September 1, 1945   and was professed August 18, 1947. Sister Marie's principal ministry was Teaching,  She received her B.S. degree from Rosary Hill (Daemen)...

Of Lewiston, NY passed away on Sunday,  December 15, 2019, in Buffalo General Hospital  He was born in Niagara Falls, NY, on January 20, 1947, the son of the late Joseph and Margaret [Ryan] Bos. Mr. Bos graduated from Bishop Duffy High School and served with the US Air Force during the Vietnam War. He was a social counselor at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for 18 years and with Community Missions until retiring in 2002. Mr. Bos enjoyed spending time...