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Wayne Kurkowski Obituary

KURKOWSKI-Wayne C. November 13, 2007. Beloved husband of Diane Whitman; dear father of Keri (Matthew) Mackiewicz and Charles Kurkowski; dear grandfather of Jacob, Kylee and Elle; also survived by two sisters. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service at Southtowns Christian Center, 6619 Southwestern Blvd., Lakeview, N.Y. (corner of Southwestern Blvd. & Lakeview), Friday morning at 10:30 AM. Wayne was a retired Buffalo Firefighter. Flowers gratefully declined. Arrangements by the MICHAEL A. DiVINCENZO FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Buffalo News on Nov. 15, 2007.

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LUCILLE DIPASQUALE

November 20, 2007

Peace to you Diane and yours, I remember Wayne as a young teenager, from the Lovejoy neighborhood, as he was a friend of Chuck's and my brother, Ralph Konieczny. Wayne visited me at the Gowanda Nursing Home where I worked many years ago and the visit surprised and blessed me. He spoke of you and his family and I could tell he loved his life with you. Be assured that you have loved well and peace and joy surrounds Wayne forever. God blesses you in so many ways. Peace for you and yours, Lucille(Konieczny)DiPasquale Phoenix, AZ

Joe & MaryAnn Maciag

November 17, 2007

Dear Diane & family,
Sorry to hear of your loss, Wayne is a really good guy! Saw him last summer at carnival days, didn't know he was sick. I remember the fun we use to have when Charlie was in Poineer clubs with us. What great fun they both are. Wayne continues his life with our wonderful Lord & Savior & someday we will be with him again. I know you all will miss him so much. May God's comfort be with you all & may you always feel God's presence with you.

Paul & Diane Zilbauer

November 15, 2007

Dear Cousin Diane and Family,
Diane and I are very sad to hear of Wayne's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mike Busshart

November 15, 2007

Dear Kurkowski Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Wayne was a great brother firefighter and friend in Christ. I have many wonderful memories and will miss him greatly. I fully expect to be re-united with him someday. Love ya Buddy.

Jessica Snoke

November 15, 2007

Dear Kurkowski Family,

My thoughts are with you in this time of grief. I am a regular at Cala's and spent many hours getting to know Wayne over the past few years, what a wonderful man, he will be greatly missed by all.

Mike Blake

November 15, 2007

Kurkowski family,
Wayne was one of the nicest guys I had the pleasure to work with over the years. Very sorry for your loss.

Muriel & Jeff Zilbauer

November 15, 2007

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Wayne was such a nice person and so easy to talk to. We always enjoyed seeing you two at family get-togethers. Our hearts go out to you and your family at this time.

kathy gall

November 15, 2007

You watched out for me while we worked together, now it's your turn to have someone watch over you. May your guardian angel keep you safe. I will miss you.

Buz & Patti Swyers

November 15, 2007

Diane & Family:
"We sorrow not as those who have no hope."
While we sorrow for your loss of Wayne, we also rejoice knowing he is with His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Patti and I pray that the grace and peace of Christ be abundantly with you and your family.

Marty & Nancy Dugan

November 15, 2007

Dear Kurkowski Family, We are soo sorry for your loss...Wayne was a great guy and he will be missed..Our thoughts and prayers are with your family ..Sincerely , Marty & Nancy Dugan

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