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John OPPITZ Obituary

OPPITZ - John W. January 1, 2015, beloved husband of 57 years to Martha Oppitz; dear father of Theresa (Christopher) Tirabassi and Janet (Charles) Price; fond grandfather of Dr. Jill Tirabassi, Alison (T.J.) Walls and Brittney Tirabassi; Charlie, Alexa and Shawna Price; brother of George (Loretta), Joe and the late Margaret Galyen. Funeral services private. Mr. Oppitz was a retired electrician and a member of Electrical Union Local #41 and a member of Williamsville Post #416, VFW. Memorials in John's name may be made to Honor Flight Buffalo or Hospice Buffalo Inc. Arrangements by VANDERCHER & DICK FUNERAL HOME,

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Published by Buffalo News on Jan. 4, 2015.

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January 6, 2015

Dear Mrs. Oppitz, Theresa and Christopher:

We were saddened to learn of our hero's passing. He was truly one of the Greatest Generation and it was an honor and privilege to have Mr. Oppitz on our November 5, 2011 flight. Our sincere sympathy to all of you in the loss of our hero.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Lisa, Jo-Anne, Debbie, Dorothy and JR
Honor Flight Buffalo Board of Directors

norma daughtry

January 6, 2015

Dear Martha, hold on to your memories,and let them guide you during this time of sadness.

Demetrios Vergos

January 6, 2015

Dear Martha, Teresa, and Janet, it is with great sadness, I write to you upon the loss of John! To me, he will always be Mr.Oppitz! What a great man he was! A hard worker, a loving husband, a wonderful father, and I'm sure an awesome grandfather! Growing up next door to the Oppitz family, I have fond memories! John, and Martha were another set of parents to myself, and my brothers! Mr. Oppitz set a great example, of how to be a great man! What a wonderful life he had, and what a privilege to have known him! God bless his soul, and eternal be his memory!

January 5, 2015

Terry and Family
Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. May you find comfort with all the good memories.
Wanda Salem

Janice Kay

January 5, 2015

Rest in Peace Uncle John.
Love to aunt Martha and cousins. Our prayers are with you.

Uncle John

Janice Kay

January 5, 2015

Dear Aunt Martha and cousins . So sorry for the loss of uncle John. He was a wonderful man and uncle. I will miss our chats we had now and then.
May he rest peacefully in the arms of God. Bless you all and stay well. Love Janice and uncle Joe

Deborah Gardiner

January 5, 2015

Terry, Chris, and family. Thinking of you and wishing for strength as you honor and celebrate your Dad's life Enjoying the memories you've posted. Sounds like he was a wonderful man and will be missed and cherished by many.

Diane Dermody

January 4, 2015

Terry and family, Prayers to you and your family in this time of sorrow. The memories of your father will live forever. Peace be with you all.

Bev and Pat Carrigan

January 4, 2015

To Terry, Chris, and your family - May you find peace at this sad time, and may good memories be a comfort to you.

Bob and Bonny Sunheimer

January 4, 2015

Terry,Chris,and family, May you find comfort in your many memories of your Dad/Grandpa.Sending you prayers to help you through this difficult time. With love, Bob and Bonny Sunheimer

January 4, 2015

Dear Martha,Terri,Chris and family, My deepest condolences on John's passing. My love and prayers are with you all.Those we love are always with us.Thinking of you! Love, Aunt Sandra Granieri

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