Carol A. (Bartz) Turner, 67, of North Tonawanda, NY, passed away on Wednesday, January 16, 2019 at her residence.  Born on May 2, 1951 in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of James and Delores (Churchill) Bartz. Survivors include children, Lorie (Greg) Gasz and Gary (Goldbang) Turner and a sister, Diane (Edgar) Benden. Interment will held privately.  Arrangements are under the direction of Michael R. Goodlander. www.goodlandercares.com

Frank A. Silano, Jr., 64, of Niagara Falls, NY, died on Monday, January 14, 2019 at his residence, while under the care of Niagara Hospice.  Born on August 17, 1954 in Queens, New York, he was the son of the late Frank and Elizabeth "Ruth" (Lay) Silano, Sr.  On February 20, 1985, Frank married the love of his life, Sheryl (Kaminer) Silano.  Sadly, she predeceased him on February 25, 2016. ​Frank is survived by children, Alana Plyman and Wendy Silano;...

Leslie Ann (Barone) Serianni, 70, left this life on January 9, 2019 due to complications from a long illness.   Leslie was born on November 19, 1948 to her parents, Joseph A. Barone, Jr. and Eleanor L. (Martin) Barone.  She graduated from LaSalle High School and went on to earn her nursing degree from Trott.  Leslie was employed at Schoellkopf Nursing Home for over 20 years and then McAuley Residence, until her retirement.  She enjoyed crocheting, crafting, bingo and...

Norma L. (LaBarber) (Ianni) Palisano, 91, of Niagara Falls, departed this life on Tuesday, January 8, 2019 in Niagara Rehabilitation and Nursing Center.  Born on December 16, 1927 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine (Militello) LaBarber and was predeceased by spouses, Americo Ianni and Charles Palisano.  Norma was employed as the head cook at Harry F. Abbott School. Private burial in St. Joseph Cemetery. 

Theresa L. (Zandrowicz) Seal, 59, of Wheatfield, NY, wife of the late Howard J. Seal, departed this life on her birthday, January 7, 2019.  Born on January 7, 1960 in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Margaret (Hoctor) Zandrowicz. ​Theresa attended schools in Cheektowaga and came to Niagara Falls, NY with her family.  She was employed as a cashier, retail clerk and assistant manager for various stores. All services are private.

Harriet M. Hayes, of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Saturday, January 5, 2019.  Harriet was the  beloved wife of the late Charles L. Hayes, Jr.   Harriet  was the dearest mother of Danielle (Anthony) Fama, Charles (Martha) Hayes and Jenine (late Phillip) Rotella; 9 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.  In addition to her parents and husband, she was predeceased by a daughter, Charlene Toarmino and one grandchild.   Private services were held with...

Nassary Charles Aswad, 69, of Niagara Falls, NY, entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Friday, January 4, 2019 in Eastern Niagara Hospital, Lockport, NY.  Born on July 11, 1949 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Charles and Betty (Gunzelman) Aswad.  He was employed by the Como Restaurant, where he worked as a dishwasher. A celebration of his life was held on Saturday, January 5th at Walnut Avenue Christian Church. 

Robert Charles Krause, 85, of the Town of Niagara, passed away on Wednesday, January 2, 2019 in Mount St. Mary’s Hospital.  Born on January 5, 1933 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Shotwell and Edith (Newman) Krause.   Bob, as he was known to family and friends, was a life long resident of the Niagara Falls area and graduated from the former Trott Vocational High School in 1951. He worked as a carrier for the Niagara Gazette from 1946-1951 and went on to a 4...

Annie L. (Johnson) Douglas, 69, of Niagara Falls, NY, departed this life on Sunday, December 30, 2018 at Buffalo General Medical Center, following a brief illness.  Born on February 2, 1949 in Andalusia, AL, she was the daughter of the late K.C. Johnson and the late Louise (Johnson) Watkins.   Annie came to Niagara Falls as child with her family.  She attended local schools and graduated from Niagara Falls High School.  Annie, a daughter of God, raised her six children...

Christina Perseghetti, 74, a resident of Gowanda Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, passed away on Sunday, December 30, 2018.  Born on June 8, 1944 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late John and June Violet (Kelly) Perseghetti.  For 31 years, she was employed by Harrison Radiator in Lockport.  Christina is survived by several aunts and uncles.   All services are private.