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Stella Podraza Obituary

PODRAZA-Stella (nee Jarnot) December 7, 2007, beloved wife of the late Stanley T. Podraza; devoted mother of Cynthia (Christopher) Chachulski and Thomas (Suzy) Podraza; loving grandmother of Clayton Chachulski, Madeline and Noah Podraza; dear sister of Lottie (late Edward) Kuzan; predeceased by three sisters and two brothers; also survived by nieces and nephews. Funeral services at the BUSZKA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 2005 Clinton St. (corner So. Ogden), Tuesday at 9:30 AM and at St. Teresa's Church at 10 AM. Memorials in Mrs. Podraza's name may be made to the Alzheimers Assn. of WNY or Hospice Buffalo, Inc. Stella was a member of Tippie's Social Club. Visitation Monday 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Flowers gratefully declined. Online condolences www.buszkafuneralhomeinc.com.

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Published by Buffalo News from Dec. 9 to Dec. 10, 2007.

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Karen (Burns) Drzymala

December 16, 2007

Cindy & Tom: So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. It is so difficult to lose your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Keep all of your wonderful memories and she will always be with you and your families. Take care. Karen (Burns) Drzymala & family

Nancy Solda

December 13, 2007

Cindy
So very sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. May you find strength in your time of grief through all your beautiful memories of your mom. Thinking of you Nancy
Will and Alyssa Solda

TinaMarie DeVine

December 12, 2007

To the Family of Stella,
She was a lovely person and I enjoyed seeing her each day at the home. Sorry I was not able to make it to the wake as our mother passed on the same day. The home just will not be the same without both of these ladies. God Bless you and Peace.

Lena Gutowski

December 11, 2007

Strella was such a lovely woman, bubbly and so cheerful. She's a true saint! I remember her husband Stanley too.

Sister Mary Walheim osf

December 10, 2007

I have fond memories of visiting Stella and Stanley. They will forever be in my heart. God's Peace to the family. Love, Sr. Mary Walheim osf

Melissa Peters

December 10, 2007

Suzy,
So sorry to hear of your mom's death. You and your family will be in my prayers as you walk through this time of grief.
Peace to you all.
Melissa Peters

Sandy, Matt and Brett Lewandowski

December 10, 2007

Please accept our sincerely condolences on your loss. Stella was a sweet lady & her memory brings a smile to our faces. May you find some peace during this difficult time.

Char & Ted

December 10, 2007

There are special people in our lives who never leave us -- even after they are gone. Treasure the memories within your heart.

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