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Thelma Zaepfel Obituary

ZAEPFEL-Thelma F. (Danitz) December 1, 2007 at age 91; beloved wife of the late Dr. Floyd M. Zaepfel; devoted mother of Floyd (Margaret) Zaepfel, Susie (David) Huber, Eileen (Thomas) Dagonese, Nancy (Arthur) Keller, John (Sharon) Zaepfel, Thelma Abbatte, Albert (Patricia) Zaepfel and Dr. Charles (Rosemary) Zaepfel and the late Carol Keitz; mother-in-law of Paul Keitz; loving grandmother of 27 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren; also survived by nieces and nephews. The family will be present on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at (Amherst Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5200 Sheridan Dr., (corner of Hopkins Rd.) where funeral services will be held on Thursday at 8:15 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated from St. Gregory the Great Church at 9 AM. Friends invited. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Sister's of Charity Hospital Foundation. Online register book at www.Amigone.com

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Published by Buffalo News from Dec. 4 to Dec. 5, 2007.

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Mary Kasprzyk

December 6, 2007

Dave, Sue, Dave and Kevin; A heart felt note for the loss of your mom and grandma. Life seems but a moment in time, but memories and love last a lifetime.

Lori S

December 5, 2007

I just saw thelma last tuesday. She was in her room watching her John Wayne movies on her tv..... She was a sweet woman and am glad to have known her... Bless her family, whom she loved so much.....she talked about all of them all the time.....My prayers are with you...

Carl & Beth Fisher

December 5, 2007

John-Sharon and Family,
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. You're in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Peace & Love The Fishers

Barbara Atkins

December 4, 2007

Dear Susie, Dave and family, Our sympathy is with you at this time. You are in our hearts and prayers. Mandarin Middle is not the same with you gone, Susie. We love you and God loves you. Keep looking up for His love and help.

Barbara, Roger and Hayley Atkins

Valerie & Keith Suffoletto

December 4, 2007

Dear John, Liz and Zaepfel Family, You are in our thoughts during this difficult time. God bless and may you find comfort being with those who love you.

Audrey Titus

December 4, 2007

Floyd and family
Want all of you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers on the loss of your mother. She must have been a remarkable woman to have such a wonderful family.

Love
Audrey

Tim & Cori McGurn

December 4, 2007

Mr. & Mrs. Keller, Art, Andy, Kevin, Our deepest condolences to you and yours. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Let us know if you need anything.

Glenda Pfeiffer

December 4, 2007

Floyd & Family:
I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers. One thing that can NEVER be taken away from us is our memories of our loved ones. We can hold on to those forever.
Love,
Glenda & Dave Pfeiffer

paula cavalieri-long

December 4, 2007

i was so sorry to hear the of the loss of thelma, your beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. she was a very special, unique lady full of life and laughter. i have many fond memories of her. god bless your family.

Carl Edholm

December 4, 2007

Andy, Art, Mr and Mrs K,

My heart felt condolences for all of you and your etire family. As your "third" son let me know if there is anything I or my family can do for you in your time of need.

She is in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Carl, Meredith & Carly

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