All Obituaries

  ‘Therapy Dog at Otto Redanz Funeral Home’ Pugsley ‘Pugs’ Goodlander, 11, of the Town of Niagara, passed away from an unexpected illness on Saturday, October 10, 2020, while camping.  Born in October of 2008, he was the beloved doggie son of Michael R. and Laura (Sweney) Goodlander, owners of Otto Redanz Funeral Home. Being raised with three dog siblings, Jake, Molly and Oreo, human siblings, Christopher, Addison and Evelyn and around the funeral home...

Robert E. Haseley, 74, of the Town of Niagara, NY, passed away on May 30, 2023 at Buffalo General Medical Center.  Born on December 7, 1948 in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of the late Raymond E. and Alice (nee Gordon) Haseley.  On March 20, 1971, Bob married Dale Hilts. Bob was a lifelong area resident and graduated from Niagara Wheatfield High School.  He proudly served in the United States Army from November 18, 1968, until his honorable discharge on March 30,...

  BRAUER-Lynn Marie   Age 72, formerly of Akron, NY, died May 23, 2023.  She was the daughter of late Donald and Dorothy (Danielson) Brauer.  Lynn is survived by siblings, Barbara (late Alex) Gaik, Carol Brauer and Janet Nottleman (sister-in-law) and many loving nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brother, Walter Nottleman and sister, Sharon Brady. No prior visitation. A celebration of life will be held for immediate family only. In lieu of flowers,...

Lucy Elizabeth (Bredbenner) Hinkle, 90, of the Town of Niagara, NY, passed away on May 22, 2023. She was predeceased by her sister, Carol Schmeer; brothers, Bill and Mark Bredbenner, and a grandson, Jason Bleistein. Lucy was born in Freeland, PA, on June 4, 1932, a daughter of the late Grace (Hoffman) and A. Wilbur Bredbenner. Lucy graduated from Freeland High School in 1950 and from the Hazleton State Hospital School of Nursing as a Registered Nurse in 1953. Upon moving to Niagara Falls...

Edward G. Thomas, Jr., 75, of Lewiston, NY, passed away on May 21, 2023.  Born on December 17, 1947 in Wilkes-Barre, PA, he was the son of the late Edward G. Thomas, Sr. and the late Isabell (nee Howe) Thomas.  On July 18, 1970, Edward married Constance Burns in the former Our Lady of Lebanon Church. Edward graduated from Niagara University in 1970.  For over 40 years, he was employed in the food service industry.  Edward was an avid gardener and woodworker.   In...

Karen M. (née Hanks) Phillips, 80, of Niagara Falls, NY, peacefully passed away on May 21, 2023, surrounded by her family, after a prolonged illness. Born at home in Pendleton, NY, on June 16, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Neal and Alice (née McVaugh) Hanks. On November 23, 1963, Karen married Robert R. Phillips of Tonawanda, NY. Over their 60 years together, they raised a beautiful family and had many wonderful adventures. A graduate of Starpoint Central School, she...

Renee April (Haas) Close, 57, of Ransomville, NY, passed away on May 17, 2023 at Niagara Hospice House.  Born on April 9, 1966 in Watertown, NY, she was the daughter of Ruth E. (Champion) Haas and the late James E. Haas, Sr. Renee enjoyed crafting, planting and gardening and had a great passion for her cats. In addition to her mother, Renee is survived by sons, James Taylor Haas and Michael Richards; 9 grandchildren; sister, Jamie Cumbee; brother, James E. Haas II; her boyfriend, Kevin...

Betty V. (nee Salisbury) Tomlin, 90, of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on May 14, 2023.  Born on December 13, 1932 in Niagara Falls, NY, she was the daughter of the late Ernest Joseph and Anna (nee Davidson) Salisbury.  On September 12, 1953, she married Billy V. Tomlin. Betty was a lifelong resident of Niagara Falls, NY and graduated from Niagara Falls High School in 1950.  Following her education, she was an employee of the Chamber of Commerce Credit Bureau and after...