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Dorothy ZAKOWICZ Obituary

ZAKOWICZ - Dorothy T. October 8, 2013, of Cheektowaga, NY, beloved wife of the late Daniel R. Zakowicz Sr.; loving mother of Dianne (Wayne) Sorrentino, Sandra Solecki, Daniel R. Jr. and David (Nancy) Zakowicz; daughter of the late Joseph and Pearl Zachmyc; sister of the late Fred and Henry Zachmyc; also survived by six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services commencing at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2510 Union Rd. Cheektowaga (2 blocks south of William St.) Friday morning at 9:30 AM and in St. Philip the Apostle Church at 10AM. Internment Pine Lawn Cemetery. The family will be present to receive relatives and friends on Thursday from 4-8 PM. Flowers gratefully declined.

Published by Buffalo News on Oct. 9, 2013.
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Your mother will be missed. Such a wonderful woman. How I remember our mothers talking over the fence and all the other wonderful things that went on. She was such a ray of sunshine.

Paulette Herman

October 13, 2013

To Dan Jr. and Family. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Greg N2DYT and Rose N2HXS

Gregory Gryckiewicz

October 12, 2013

Amy, I am very sorry. Maryellen Walsh

October 11, 2013

Dear Nancy and family,
My prayers and condolences are with you during this time. Take heart in knowing she is in a better place.

Teresa Argento

October 10, 2013

Sandy and Family
So sorry for your loss, she was such a wonderful lady. I am so happy that I was able to see her at Polish Villa and we talked about the old neighborhood. Her suffering is over and now she is with the angels and your dad and the rest of the gang from Mafalda and Fontaine. Now Mrs. Zakowitz rest in peace and say hello to my mom and dad. Love always Sharon Michalek Crabtree

Sharon Crabtree

October 10, 2013

What a gift for us to see Aunt Dottie at Steph's wedding ... absolutely the world's sweetest lady who just lifted our gatherings with her sunny disposition. We are so sad for your loss - we will all miss Aunt Dottie!

Christine Conner

October 10, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, Jen. From Jeanette Jafari

October 9, 2013

Dottie brought sunshine to every family gathering with the Bradys. We all loved being with her. May she rest in peace. We will miss her. Hugh and Evelyn Brady and family.

Evelyn Brady

October 9, 2013

Dianne, so sorry to hear,, it does not matter how old you are when you loose your mom,it hurts. I am sending you a big hug!

Lynne Siler

October 9, 2013

Diane...We send you our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. Her suffering is over...now may she rest in peace.

Larry & Marianne Klosko

October 9, 2013

Grant us whatever is best for our salvation and the peace of the world
Help us carry our crosses with patience and grow daily in the love of the Lord

scrivani family

October 9, 2013

Thank You all for your condolences........
Daniel Jr.

October 9, 2013

Dear Family, My prayers and thoughts are with use all durning this time. May use all find comfort and keep her memories close to your hearts.

Linda Kotlowski

October 9, 2013

Aunt Dottie was a kind and gracious woman. I still remember Sunday gatherings at your home - the memories bring a safe, happy feeling. Rest in Peace Aunt Dottie.

Jane Duval

October 9, 2013

So sorry to hear about Dorothy's passing. She was a wonderful lady, & we enjoyed getting to know her when she was here. Thoughts & prayers with her family & friends.

Garden Gate Rehab Dept

October 9, 2013

Condolences on the passing of "Aunt Dottie". May she enjoy her eternal reward and be reunited with Uncle Dan. May faith in God dry the eyes of all who weep.

Giles Zakowicz

October 9, 2013

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