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Donna Gierke Obituary

GIERKE - Donna L. (Smallish) Sept. 6, 2008 at age 74. Born in Buffalo, NY; daughter of Richard and Mathilde Smallish; beloved wife of the late Rudolph Gierke; dearest mother of Kenneth (Doris) Gierke, Donna (Jeffery) Bender, Nancy (Timothy) Dreyer, Lori (William) Mislin; loving grandmother of Justin, Ryan and Alyssa Gierke, James (Sue) Bender, Carrie (Jason) Roth, Melissa, Ashley and David Dreyer; great grandmother of Genevieve and Alexander Bender and Caylie Roth; sister of Ruth Fox, Donald (Sharon) Smallish, Daniel (Deanna) Smallish and the late Dorothy (Roger) Jonrowe; sister-in-law of Ann Gierke. Donna loved hummingbirds, was a race car enthusiast and enjoyed bowling with her friends. She also was an avid Buffalo Bills and Sabres fan. Family present from 4-8 on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008 at DENGLER & ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME, 2070 Eggert Rd. Amherst, where Funeral services will be held following the visitation at 8 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Juvenille Diabetes Research Foundation,331 Alberta Dr., suite 101, Amherst, NY 14226. Online tributes may be sent to www.MEM.com.

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Published by Buffalo News from Sep. 9 to Sep. 10, 2008.

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mark stempien

September 16, 2008

sorry for your loss

Carol Barbalato

September 11, 2008

We are saddened to hear about the loss of your mom. Our thoughts are with you all.
The Lindal and Barbalato families.

Tammy Curcione

September 10, 2008

My prayers are with your family in your time of sorrow. Iam greatful to have the honor of taking care of your mother at Crestwood. Tammy unit 2

Kim Cran

September 10, 2008

Dear Lori and family - I have so many good memories of your mom, especially the time she came to Taborton to visit for my induction. She was always kind and thoughtful, even sending Christmas cards to us when we were in Scotland. She could even keep Pops in line! I looked
forward to seeing her, liked to see the way her eyes sparkled when she smiled, and know the world was a far better because she was here. I am glad to know that she is finally at peace - may you find comfort in your time of grief, and may she continue to live on in your hearts. With love
and prayers, Kim, Bill and David

Joe & Carol Szramkowski

September 10, 2008

Dear Nancy, We were saddened to hear the news of your mother's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. With Love and caring... Joe & Carol Szramkowski

Rick & Kim Fox

September 9, 2008

We are very sorry to hear about the passing of Aunt Donna.

Nicole Jackson

September 9, 2008

Carrie and Family,
I'm very sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers

Sandi Kusmierski

September 9, 2008

Nancy and family - so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you all.

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