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Richard Gorecki Obituary

GORECKI-Richard S. Of Buffalo, NY, died September 6, 2007; son of Blanche (nee Rachwal) and the late Stanley Gorecki; brother of Gregory (Jackie), Donette, Deborah (Dale) Lazar and James; also survived by two nieces and three nephews. Services from the COLONIAL MEMORIAL CHAPELS, INC., 3003 South Park Ave., Lackawanna, NY Tuesday morning at 9:15 and from St. Mary's Church of East Eden at 10. Visitation Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM.

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Published by Buffalo News on Sep. 9, 2007.

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Lisa M. Rutkowski

September 10, 2007

Richard's Family: I have known and worked with Richard for a couple of years. He will truly be missed in our office. He always managed to make me laugh and was a pleasure knowing him. I am truly sorry for your loss. Richard was a true friend.

Mary Leeson

September 10, 2007

Dear Jimmy,

Dave and I were so sorry to hear of your brother's sudden passing. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Nikki and Dave Leeson

Susan Massara

September 9, 2007

Jimmy and Family:
We were sorry to hear of your brother's/son's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless.

Jim and Susan Massara

Karen (Ruth) and Rob Sgarlata

September 9, 2007

Jimmy and Family, we are sad to hear of your brother's passing. Please know you're in our hearts.

Donna Ruth

September 9, 2007

Jimmy and family,

Our prayers are with all of you during this time to remember your brother and son. May the Lord be with you.

Love, Donna & Bob

Alexandra Manias

September 9, 2007

To Richard's Family ~ Please accept my most sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. I only knew Richard for a little over a year, but he had a wonderful presence and livened our office up every day. He had a wonderful spirit, and I hope you find peace and strength in your happy memories of him. I will truly miss him, and will remember him fondly.

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