Castiglia Funeral Home, Inc.

04/30/2026

RINAGGIO - Joseph R.
January 15, 1941 - April 28, 2026
Of East Amherst, NY, passed away on April 28, 2026. He was the beloved husband of the late Monica (nee Gowarty) Rinaggio. Loving father of Joseph Rinaggio Jr., Lisa (Paul) Ardovini, and Michael (Jennifer) Rinaggio. Joseph was the proud grandfather of Paula Ardovini, Anna Rinaggio, Nadia Ardovini, Dominic Rinaggio, Vincenzo Rinaggio, Rebecca Rinaggio, Sarah Rinaggio, and David Rinaggio. He was the son of the late Rocco and Carmela Rinaggio of Dunmore, Pennsylvania.

Joseph dedicated his life to the betterment of others, both personally and professionally. As a licensed psychologist for over 40 years, he was deeply committed to helping individuals with intellectual disabilities, a role he approached with compassion, patience, and purpose. He also served as a school psychologist, working with children of all ages and leaving a lasting impact on those he supported.

Joseph will be remembered for his character, kindness, sense of humor, and love for his family. He was an avid outdoorsman who found great enjoyment in hunting and fishing. He valued time spent with loved ones and was always willing to lend a helping hand or offer support without hesitation. His warmth and generosity will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Family and friends are invited to gather in his memory on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Chapel at St. Peter and Paul Cemetery, 1421 Rundle St., Scranton, PA 18504. Arrangements by: CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, (716) 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

Online remembrance page:
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04/30/2026

DEERING - Bernadine R. (nee Winslow)
May 27, 1957 - April 24, 2026
Of Cheektowaga, NY. Dearest mother of Angel B. (late Reggie) Jordan, Krystina A. Bratton (Oscar Surday) and Kody R. Mancini; grandmother of Breana, Cheyanne (Jackson) Edwards, Austin, Julianne, Aaliyah, Zachary, Alekzandria, Elijah and Aria; great-grandmother of Bradley, Aubree, Frankie, Maddox, Lincoln, Ellery, Jaxton, Finn, Freya and Adeline; loving daughter of the late Robert J. and Dorothy J. (Walkowiak) Winslow; sister of Michael and David Winslow; also survived by a niece and nephew. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Arrangements by: CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, (716) 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

Online remembrance page:
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04/27/2026

JANSEN - Marie Kathryn (nee Wiesnet)
January 15, 1932 - April 25, 2026
Of Tn. of Tonawanda, NY, at age 94. Beloved wife of the late Walter R. Jansen; devoted mother of Joseph A. Jansen (Sheila Keane) and the late Robert W. Jansen; loving grandmother of Tyler and Madison; dear sister of the late Sr. Mary Albert of the Immaculate Heart, O.P. (nee Rita) and the late Sr. Marjorie of the Sisters of Social Service (nee Margaret); also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Funeral services and interment are private. Arrangements by: CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, (716) 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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04/26/2026

WE TAKE GAME 4 ⚔️

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04/25/2026

McLAUGHLIN – James P. Sr.
September 29, 1952 – April 17, 2026
Of Franklinville, NY. Husband of Julia Deanne (Olson) McLaughlin; dearest father of Travis R. McLaughlin (Michelle Stanley) and the late James P. McLaughlin Jr.; grandfather of Scarlet Stanley and Emma Rose McLaughlin; loving son of the late George V. and Ruth M. (Rubenstein) McLaughlin; brother of Maureen (late Mike) O’Connor and Kathy McLaughlin and the late Fran McLaughlin; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, (716) 824-6435, Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4 PM. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

Online remembrance page:
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04/24/2026

04/24/2026

SABRES WIN GAME 3 ⚔️

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04/22/2026

NICOLOFF – Nicholas J.
May 16, 1959 – April 15, 2026
Of West Seneca, NY. Beloved husband of Edith B. (Krajewski) Nicoloff; dearest father of Nicholas E. Nicoloff; dad to beloved fur-baby Mia; loving son of the late Nicholas S. and Jeanne C. (Delzer) Nicoloff; brother of Carolyn M. (late Thomas) Schieber, Nicole Beyer and the late Donna J. (Robert) Kingsland; also survived by many nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service and luncheon 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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04/20/2026

DiPASQUALE – Mirella M. (nee Verzier)
April 8, 1937 – April 18, 2026
Of Buffalo, NY. Beloved wife of the late Joseph S. DiPasquale; dearest mother of Susan (Kenneth J.) Witman and Maria A. (Anthony) Conklin; grandmother of Kenneth, Jacquelyn and Stefanie Witman, Julian Matos, Alexander (Samantha) Matos and Allison Conklin; great-grandmother of Austin and Dexter; loving daughter of the late Vergerio and Giulia (Dobrich) Verzier; sister of Guerrino (late Vickie) Verzier and the late Lucilla (George) Maira; aunt of Bobby (MaryEllen) Grot; also survived by other nieces and nephews. 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

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04/20/2026

GAME 1 IS OURS! ⚔️

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04/18/2026

04/15/2026

BATTAGLIA - Kathryn B. (nee Bellanca)
February 12, 1946 - April 13, 2026
Of Depew, NY. Dearest mother of Deano D. Battaglia (Monica) and Deborah A. Battaglia (Scott); grandmother of Kelsey (Will) Granger, Jenna and Dean Battaglia; loving daughter of the late Richard C. and Mary (Burke) Bellanca; sister of the late Richard and Vincent Bellanca; also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. 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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