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Joan A. Thomas

Joan Thomas Obituary

THOMAS - Joan A. September 19, 2008; daughter of the late Leroy J. and Marie C. (Kinney) Thomas; dearest mother of Patti A. Lucci (Albert A.) Nigro; grandmother of Alissa M. Nigro; sister of Shirley (Robert) Kilcullen, Patricia (late Francis) Smith and the late Betty (Lawrence) Roedl; also survived by nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass at St. Clare Parish, 193 Elk St., Buffalo, Friday October 17, 2008 at 6 PM. Immediately following Mass there will be a reception in the church hall. Memorials to Hospice Buffalo Inc. Arrangements by CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 824-6435.

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Published by Buffalo News on Oct. 12, 2008.

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Patricia Smith

October 23, 2008

Pattie Anne & Family.
I have to achnowledge the passing of your Mother.I am truely sorry.
Aunt Pat.

Linda Kilcullen

October 13, 2008

Patti Anne ... it is with great sadness to have to acknowledge the passing of your mother. May you and your family be blessed during this most difficult and sorrowful time.

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