Castiglia Funeral Home, Inc.

04/06/2026

Happy Dyngus Day!

04/06/2026

ANDERSON – Ryan L.
November 4, 1977 – April 6, 2026
Of South Buffalo, NY. Loving son of Donald L. and Linda J. (Hopkins) Anderson; brother of Shaun M. Anderson Sr. and Amy L. (Joshua) Armstrong; uncle of Kylie, Shaun Jr. and Chloe; also survived and loved by many friends. Family and friends will be present Friday, April 10, 2026, from 2-7 PM at the CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, (716) 824-6435, where a Funeral Service will be held at 6:30 PM. Private interment at St. Matthew’s Cemetery. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

Obituary remembrance page:
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04/06/2026

“We are aware of the announcement regarding the sale of the St. Thomas Aquinas rectory and church, and the exciting news that Bishop Timon-St. Jude High School will be playing a role in bringing these South Buffalo treasures back to life. While there are many details to be finalized, we look forward to sharing more with the Timon community in the very near future.”

Mike Overdorf ’84
Chairman
Bishop Timon-St. Jude Board of Trustees.

04/06/2026

PETERSON - William F. Sr.
January 13, 1939 - April 5, 2026
Of South Buffalo, NY. Beloved husband of the late Helen G. (Yates) Peterson; dearest father of William F. Jr. (Amy C.) and Ronald A. Peterson; grandfather of Dr. Elizabeth (Nicholas) Williams, Caroline Peterson (Michael Wilson), William (Kayla) Peterson III and Andrew Peterson; great-grandfather of Maria and William IV; loving son of the late John M. and Hazel I. (Irons) Peterson; brother of John (Phyllis) Peterson. No prior visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Gathering at The White Inn, 52 E. Main Rd., Fredonia, NY, Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 12 Noon. Mr. Peterson was a U.S. Air Force Veteran of the Vietnam Era. Arrangements by: CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Road, South Buffalo, NY, (716) 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

Obituary remembrance page:
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04/06/2026

HAMMILL - Anthony P. "Tony"
March 12, 1950 - April 4, 2026
Of South Buffalo, NY. He was the loving companion of Cheryl Westphal and the devoted uncle to 8 nephews and nieces. His many friends will remember his kind and generous nature. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by: CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, (716) 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

Obituary remembrance page:
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Anthony was born on March 12th, 1950 and passed away on April 4th, 2026 at the age of 76

04/05/2026

PLAYOFF BOUND BANDITS‼️

04/04/2026

⚔️ THE BUFFALO SABRES ARE GOING TO THE STANLEY CUP PLAYOFFS! ⚔️

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04/03/2026

LAFFERTY - John P. "Jack"
October 8, 1948 - April 2, 2026
Of South Buffalo, NY. Beloved husband of the late Margaret M. (Maloney) Lafferty; dearest father of Sean P., Jennifer A. and Kevin M. (Kathleen) Lafferty; grandfather of Joshua, Timothy and Margaret; loving son of the late Thomas and Theresa (Stanton) Lafferty; brother of the late Thomas (Marion) Lafferty, Mary Jane (Paul) Michaels and James (Pamela) Lafferty; also survived by nieces and nephews; former husband of Charleen Scime. Family and friends will be present Tuesday, April 14, 2026 from 4-7 PM for a Celebration of Life Gathering at the Castiglia Funeral Home, Inc., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, (716) 824-6435, where a Funeral Service will be held at 6:30 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to: Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Jack was a 1966 graduate of Bishop Timon High School. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

03/31/2026

ANDERSON - Helen (nee Edinger)
August 13, 1933 - March 2, 2026
Of West Seneca, NY; was born in Buffalo, NY to Elmer and Helen (Wright) Edinger. Helen was peacefully laid to rest on March 28, 2026 at Mt. Hope cemetery in West Seneca. Mother of son William (Cindy) Anderson, the late daughter Shawn Howard and son David (Cindy) Anderson. Predeceased by sisters Grace (Donald) Schumacher, Shirley (George) Banas and twin brother Elmer (Shirley) Edinger. Known as "Aunt Honna" to nieces and nephews; especially Don, Dawn, Sandy and Candy, with whom she loved playing pinochle. Grandmother of seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A great-aunt to many nieces and nephews and a great-great-niece; also survived by many good friends including Joan, Margaret and Don. Helen worked at Prudential Insurance for 20 years. Memorial Contributions may be made in her name to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Arrangements by: CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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03/27/2026

DARLING - Nancy J. (nee Laude)
Of Java Village, NY. Beloved wife of the late Clint C. Darling; loving companion of the late Wayne M. Sisson; dearest mother of Brian S. Darling, Cheryl M. Darling and Michele Darner; grandmother of Raymond Cook (Heather Beyer), Alexis Godefroy, Brandon (Nikki) Cook, and Christopher Darner; great-grandmother of Jacey and Lincoln; loving daughter of the late Charles H. and Viola (Eder) Laude; predeceased by 3 brothers and 4 sisters; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be present Tuesday, March 31, 2026 from 3-7 PM for a Celebration of Life Gathering at the CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, 824-6435, where a private burial will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association and Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

03/26/2026

BRILL - Mary L. (nee Moore)
July 24, 1948 - March 25, 2026
Of West Seneca, NY. Beloved wife of the late Paul T. Brill; dearest mother of Jason P. Brill (Cynthia Rupert); grandmother of Lucas and Gabriella; loving daughter of the late George A. Sr. and Marie Lousie (Miller) Moore; sister of the late George Arthur Jr. (Elaine) Moore, Kathleen (George) McMartin and Jacqueline (William) Byrnes; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be present Monday, March 30, 2026 from 4-7 PM at the CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, 824-6435. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Martin of Tours Church, 1140 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, Tuesday, March 31, 2026 at 9:30 AM. (Please assemble at church). Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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03/25/2026

SALAMONE - Gerald D. "Fuco"
February 4, 1975 - March 22, 2026
Of South Buffalo, NY. Dearest father of Shelby L.N. Salamone and Isabella M. Davis; loving son of Nicholas and the late Mary Anne (Mieth) Salamone; brother of Amie M. Greenauer and Nicholas M. Salamone; also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Family and "friends" will be present Friday, March 27, 2026 from 3-7 PM for a Celebration of Life Gathering at the CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, 824-6435, where a Funeral Service will be held at 6:30 PM. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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