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Castiglia Funeral Home, Inc.

We are a third generation family-owned and operated funeral home located in South Buffalo, NY.

01/20/2026

BENEFIELD - Ernestine
April 29, 1975 - January 19, 2026
Of Buffalo, NY. Dearest mother of Shanika J. Rozier, Chardia K. Rozier, Mylesha L. Jemes, Tajah A. E. Jemes, Robyn M. Knighton, José A. Carrero and the late James M. Rozier; grandmother of 10 grandchildren; loving daughter of the late Grant M. and Lola M. (Evans) Benefield; sister of Grant Benefield, Flint Benefield, Antoinette Benefield and Danielle (Reggie) Hokes; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be present Friday, February 6, 2026 from 4-7 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. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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01/19/2026

SCARPELLO - Joseph N.
July 22, 1950 - January 17, 2026
Of West Seneca, NY. Beloved husband of Lynne M. (Syracuse) Scarpello; dearest father of Nicholas J. (Shannon) Scarpello, Katherine E. (Richard) Eldridge and Joseph P. Scarpello; cherished grandfather of Tess, Ivy, Jade and Chloe; loving son of the late Pasquale A. and Sally (Poma) Scarpello; brother of Robert Scarpello; brother-in-law of Joseph Syracuse, Jill Syracuse (James Nelson) and Carrie Buchta (Billy McGuire); 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 Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Arrangements by: CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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01/17/2026

RODRIGUEZ – José A. Jr. and Jace A.
Of Buffalo, NY. Passed away suddenly in a fire at ages 10 and 3. Beloved sons of José A. and the late Joselyn N. (nee Marcano) Rodriguez; brothers of Ava, Noah and Rosie. Family and friends will be present Monday, January 19, 2026 from 1-7 PM at the CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, (716) 824-6435, where a Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10 AM. Interment Pine Lawn Cemetery. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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01/17/2026

RODRIGUEZ - Joselyn N. (nee Marcano)
February 24, 1995 - January 13, 2026
Of Buffalo, NY, succumbed to fire related injuries. Beloved wife of José A. Rodriguez; dearest mother of Ava, Noah, Rosie and the late José and Jace Rodriguez. Family and friends will be present Monday, January 19, 2026 from 1-7 PM at the CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, (716) 824-6435, where a Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10 AM. Interment Pine Lawn Cemetery. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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01/15/2026

DUGGAN - John J. Ph.D.
September 13, 1963 - January 14, 2026
Of Lackawanna, NY. Beloved husband of Cherith E. (Nixon) Duggan; loving son of the late John W. and Maureen H. (Crean) Duggan; brother of Colleen M. (Dr. David) Mazgaj and Michael D. Mitskoff; also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and many beloved friends. Family and friends will be present Wednesday, January 21, 2026 from 4-7 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. John was a Chaplain for Cowboys for Christ. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cowboys for Christ. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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01/14/2026

WHEELER-O'CONNELL - Rachael A.
December 1, 1978 - January 12, 2026
Of Buffalo's Old First Ward, NY. Beloved wife of Andrew J. O'Connell; daughter of Augustine R. (Worden) and the late Kenneth G. Wheeler; sister of Rebecca Wheeler; aunt of Samantha Grace Needham and Elisa Grace Acevedo. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions may be made to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. 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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01/13/2026

SUTTON - Mary A. (nee Byrnes)
November 13, 1961 - January 12, 2026
Of South Buffalo, NY. Loving mother of Thomas (Kelly) Sutton and Christopher Sutton; dear grandmother of Caden, Carly, Chloe and the late Mackenzie Sutton; sister of Jeremiah (Karen) Byrnes, Kathleen (late Matt) Urbanski, Theresa (William) Moore and the late Carol Madden. Relatives and friends may call on Friday, January 16, 2026 from 4-7 PM at the CUSACK FUNERAL HOME, 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, 828-1846 (same location as CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC.), where Services will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 9 AM and from St. Martin of Tours Church, 1140 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, at 9:30 AM.

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01/10/2026

MORLOCK - Michael S.
September 5, 1963 - January 9, 2026
Of South Buffalo, NY. Dearest father of Joelle L. (Mark) Toczyski, Michael A. (Ryan) Morlock and Briana R. Morlock (TJ Eagan); grandfather of Savannah, Jackson, Kaleb, Stella, Claire, Charlie, Lincoln, Landon, Austin and Miley; loving son of the late Anthony D. and Lori J. (Airth) Morlock; brother of Maria, Melissa, Mary Jo and Melinda; also survived by nieces, nephews and beloved lifetime friend, Robin Strawbrich. 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, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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01/10/2026

CHOCZYNSKI - Paul J. "Hutchy"
January 11, 1954 - January 7, 2026
Of South Buffalo, NY. Loving companion of Carol A. Zdon; dearest father of Justin S., Courtenay M., Jack M. and Paul Z. Choczynski; grandfather of Tegan Soper; loving son of the late Felix R. and Lottie J. (Szczur) Choczynski; brother of Felicia (Kent) Iggulden, Loretta Choczynski, John Choczynski (Marianne Tripi), Raymond (Deana) Choczynski, Peter (Linda) Choczynski, Carol (Frank) Broughton, Janice (Stan) Filipowicz and Philip Choczynski; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be present Thursday, January 15, 2026 from 4-7 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. Memorial contributions may be made to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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01/09/2026

Our most sincere condolences to the Terry family on the passing of your loved one.

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Clyde Terry, a beloved member of the Shea’s family whose devotion, generosity, and spirit helped save and shape our organization for more than four decades.

Clyde’s contributions—to Shea’s, to our volunteers, and to the wider community—are immeasurable. His legacy lives on in the theatre he helped preserve, the traditions he upheld, and the countless people he inspired.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to Clyde’s family, friends, and all who had the privilege of working alongside him. He will be profoundly missed and forever remembered.

Photo by Alana Fajemisin

01/08/2026

YOUNG - Michael K.
January 12, 1954 - January 8, 2026
Of South Buffalo, NY. Beloved husband of Gail S. (Cyphers) Young; loving son of the late James P. and Kathryn A. (Kimmitt) Young; brother of Thomas (late Martha) and the late Daniel Young; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at the convenience of the family. Mr. Young was a US Navy veteran of the Vietnam Era. Arrangements by: CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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01/07/2026

GRIFFIN - Nina R.
August 14, 1965 - December 30, 2025
Of Buffalo, NY. Our dear sister and loved one was called home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. She was a loving, kind soul who loved her faith and family. Family and friends will be present Saturday, January 24, 2026 from 12-3 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 2 PM. Please share your condolences at www.castigliafuneralhome.com

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873 Abbott Road
Buffalo, NY
14220

Telephone

+17168246435

Website

http://www.castigliafuneralhome.com/

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