Erie County Cremation Service

Erie County Cremation Service Erie County Cremation Service Erie County Cremation Service was founded in 1985 and is WNY’s longest operating cremation service.

We are fully licensed by the State of New York Department of Health and would be honored to assist you with making pre-arrangements in your home, on the phone, or at our facility. Cremation options include:
(1) Direct Cremation;
(2) Private Family Viewing (ID) with Cremation to Follow;
(3) Direct Cremation with Memorial Gathering to Follow;
(4) Traditional Funeral Service with Cremation to Follow

Erie County Cremation Service website: www.eriecountycremationservice.com

Address:
873 Abbott Rd., Buffalo, NY 14220

Phone Number:
716-824-6435

SMITH - Michael G. November 3, 1972 - January 22, 2026Of Holland, NY. Dearest father of Griffin M., Jaxon R. (Alexa), Co...
01/24/2026

SMITH - Michael G.
November 3, 1972 - January 22, 2026
Of Holland, NY. Dearest father of Griffin M., Jaxon R. (Alexa), Colten J. and Nolan E. Smith; loving son of Sandra L. (Baker) and the late Terry E. "Doc" Smith; brother of Brian E. "Buzz" (Kris) and Eric J. (Kyle) Smith; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com

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Fernandez, Barbara (nee Basty)July 5, 1934 - January 13, 2026Of Lackawanna, NY, entered into rest suddenly. Beloved wife...
01/17/2026

Fernandez, Barbara (nee Basty)
July 5, 1934 - January 13, 2026
Of Lackawanna, NY, entered into rest suddenly. Beloved wife of the late Angelo Fernandez, loving mom of Angela (Stanley) Rola, and Jon (Maureen Doran) Fernandez. Cherished Gram of the late Matthew Rola, Maria Rola, Sara (Morgan) McGuire, and Paul Fernandez. Great Gram to Macklin and Beaux McGuire. Dear sister of the late Marian (late Jack) Barnes, and the late Stephen (Toni Gonzales) Basty. Barbara is also survived by many nieces, nephews (especially Chris Basty), and many dear friends. She was a retiree of the Eighth Judicial District Unified Courts and an avid volunteer pianist for several hospitals and many nursing homes. She also volunteered so much of her time for a myriad of other charitable organizations. She desired no formal wake or funeral services. Her final wishes were that people would reach out and help others as she had done throughout her lifetime. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Please share your condolences at www.ErieCountyCremationService.com

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SALMON - Jeffrey A.May 5, 1955 - January 9, 2026Of Buffalo, NY. Passed away on January 9, 2026, at age 70, after a coura...
01/15/2026

SALMON - Jeffrey A.
May 5, 1955 - January 9, 2026
Of Buffalo, NY. Passed away on January 9, 2026, at age 70, after a courageous battle with cancer. Beloved husband of the late Kim M. (Eichhorn) Salmon; dearest father of Alicia C. (Adam) Janiszewski and Michael Salmon; loving son of the late Richard A. and Jeanette A. (Taylor) Salmon. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Jeffrey owned and operated Arbordale Nurseries, a cherished local family business that reflected his lifelong passion for plants, ponds, and design work. These passions were also reflected in his time working at the Darwin D. Martin House, where he took pride in contributing to the preservation and beauty of one of Buffalo's most treasured landmarks. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jeffrey's memory to the PanCAN (Pancreatic Cancer Action Network). Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com

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PIKUZINSKI - Robert M. Sr.April 30, 1962 - January 13, 2026Of Cheektowaga, NY. Dearest father of Jaime L., Jesse R. and ...
01/15/2026

PIKUZINSKI - Robert M. Sr.
April 30, 1962 - January 13, 2026
Of Cheektowaga, NY. Dearest father of Jaime L., Jesse R. and Robert M. Pikuzinski Jr.; step-father of Matthew G. Misiak; grandfather of Jasmine, Jayden, Jordan, Jade, Jax, Robert and Audrey; loving son of the late Rudolf W. Sr. and Lorraine C. (Putas) Pikuzinski; brother of Rudolph (Peggy) Pikuzinski II, Renee (Anthony) Luvino, Randolph Pikuzinski and the late Richard Pikuzinski; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life Gathering, Saturday, January 24, 2026 from 9:45 - 10:30 AM at St. Adalbert Basilica, 212 St. Stanislaus St., Buffalo, NY, where a Mass of Christian Burial will immediately follow at 10:30 AM. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at www.eriecountycremationservice.com

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BURGWARDT - Cheryl Lee (nee Booth)July 27, 1952 - January 10, 2026Of Hamburg, NY. Beloved wife of Randy F. Burgwardt; de...
01/12/2026

BURGWARDT - Cheryl Lee (nee Booth)
July 27, 1952 - January 10, 2026
Of Hamburg, NY. Beloved wife of Randy F. Burgwardt; dearest mother of Tara C. Zents, Christie L. Bialek and Jason R. (Trish) Burgwardt; Nana of Andrew, Hunter, Chase, Madi, Aaron, Blake, Jayden and Jackson; loving daughter of the late Carlton H. and Marjorie C. (Kastel) Booth; sister of Thomas Booth (Judy Nichtor); also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com

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KRAUS - Rebecca I. (nee Blicharski)September 23, 1952 - January 10, 2026Of Clarence, NY. Beloved wife of Roger W. Kraus;...
01/12/2026

KRAUS - Rebecca I. (nee Blicharski)
September 23, 1952 - January 10, 2026
Of Clarence, NY. Beloved wife of Roger W. Kraus; dearest mother of Brandon J. Gornikiewicz (Alexandria Lang); grandmother of Roman and Maeve; loving daughter of the late John J. and Delma F. (Burford) Blicharski; sister of Toni (Ben) Lane, Sandy (John) Buono, Faye Daruszka, Janice (Scott) Wardour, Rodney Blicharski and the late Jack Blicharski; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com

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WISIOREK - Matthew D. January 12, 1982 - January 11, 2026Of Angola, NY. Dearest father of Michael D. McCoy; loving son o...
01/12/2026

WISIOREK - Matthew D.
January 12, 1982 - January 11, 2026
Of Angola, NY. Dearest father of Michael D. McCoy; loving son of Gerald L. J. (Kathy) Wisiorek and the late Terese L. (Lovett) McMahon; brother of Terry Wisiorek, Lisa (Pat Vincent) Fertitta and the late Anthony Wisiorek; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com

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GARCIA - Michaelene E. (nee Lane)February 18, 1982 - May 6, 2025LANE - Cheryl A. (nee Lang)January 25, 1958 - January 2,...
01/10/2026

GARCIA - Michaelene E. (nee Lane)
February 18, 1982 - May 6, 2025
LANE - Cheryl A. (nee Lang)
January 25, 1958 - January 2, 2026
Of Lancaster, NY. Beloved daughter and friend after a long battle with health issues. Beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister and aunt; sister of Lynette (Chris) Roland; wife of 44 years to John Lane. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com

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LANE - Cheryl A. (nee Lang)January 25, 1958 - January 2, 2026GARCIA - Michaelene E. (nee Lane)February 18, 1982 - May 6,...
01/10/2026

LANE - Cheryl A. (nee Lang)
January 25, 1958 - January 2, 2026
GARCIA - Michaelene E. (nee Lane)
February 18, 1982 - May 6, 2025
Of Lancaster, NY. Beloved daughter and friend after a long battle with health issues. Beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister and aunt; sister of Lynette (Chris) Roland; wife of 44 years to John Lane. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com

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HAIGH – David E.September 23, 1960 – January 5, 2026Age 65, of the Town of Lockport, NY; died suddenly on January 5, 202...
01/08/2026

HAIGH – David E.
September 23, 1960 – January 5, 2026
Age 65, of the Town of Lockport, NY; died suddenly on January 5, 2026. Beloved husband of Renee (nee Patrick) Haigh for 25 years; proud father of Paul (Molly) Haigh; stepfather of Matthew Macri and Mark (Lindsey Piper) Macri; son of the late Gale and Eileen (nee Hulsizer) Haigh; brother of the late Kelly (Arthur) Quast; also survived by Richard (Jan) Hulsizer, Ronald (Linda) Hulsizer, Pamela Lucantonio, Aaron Quast, Janelle (Mark) Lachacz, and Brian Quast. David was a graduate of LaSalle Senior High School. He was a longtime employee of Occidental Chemical Corp. He loved hunting, fishing, playing golf and was an avid Buffalo Bills and NY Yankees fan. No formal services will be conducted. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the future. Donations may be made in David’s memory to The American Diabetes Association. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com

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JOHNSON – Victor A.April 20, 1966 – January 8, 2026New resident of Hamburg, NY; formerly of Fort Worth, TX and Ocean Spr...
01/08/2026

JOHNSON – Victor A.
April 20, 1966 – January 8, 2026
New resident of Hamburg, NY; formerly of Fort Worth, TX and Ocean Springs, MS passed away on Thursday, January 08, 2026, at the age of 59. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Bridget A. Johnson, and his children Lauren E. (Peter) Climer, Emma M. Johnson, Olivia E. Johnson and Seth A. Johnson, grandchild Zayn A. Climer, honorary grandchildren Trevor W. and Leah M. Seelnacht. Loving son of the late Noah I. and Geraldine E. Johnson; brother of Clifford (Trisha) Johnson, Kathy Miller and the late Keith (Annie) Johnson; also survived by nieces and nephews. His caring and laid-back personality made his presence a comfort to all those around him. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered. His generous nature also continued in death through organ and tissue donation, allowing his legacy of helping others to live on. To further honor his choice to donate after death, the family asks that any memorial contributions be made to ConnectLife. Per Victor's request, no public services will be held. A Celebration of Life tribute will be held by immediate family at a later date. Arrangements by: Erie County Cremation Service, 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY 14220, 716-824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com.

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BATTLE – Johnnie M. (nee Smith)February 28, 1948 – December 31, 2025Of Buffalo, NY. Johnnie’s loving memory will forever...
01/07/2026

BATTLE – Johnnie M. (nee Smith)
February 28, 1948 – December 31, 2025
Of Buffalo, NY. Johnnie’s loving memory will forever be cherished by her devoted husband, David Battle; her beloved son, Kwanza D. Battle; her three grandchildren, Kwameisha Battle, Kwanza D. Battle II, and Milan Battle; and her two treasured great-grandchildren, twins Kaj’ah and Kaseem VanEver. She also leaves behind her sisters, Juanita Ross and Jackie Cook. No prior visitation. Family and friends will be present, Saturday, January 17, 2026 from 3-4 PM for Memorial Service at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, 2447 Union Rd., Cheektowaga, NY. Arrangements by: ERIE COUNTY CREMATION SERVICE, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.eriecountycremationservice.com

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