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for Ronald PIWOWARCZYK
Denise Zielski
September 23, 2014
Dear Nancy and family,
My deepest heartfelt sympathy for your loss. God Bless you.
John & Barbara Lahrs
September 16, 2014
Our hearts go out to the Piwowarczyk family. Ron was a great and loyal friend, we are proud to have called him our friend. We will never forget him and our friendship.
Buffalo Bills Usher
September 15, 2014
To the family of Ron, I am truly sorry and saddened to hear of Ron's passing. Over the past several years Ron has worked at the Bills games he always stopped by my section to watch a bit of the game. Ron had a strong presents and I will surly miss his happy smiling face and that handle bar mustache of his and his funny comments. He sadly came to mind several times during yesterday's game... Having been in a car accident that nearly claimed my life I get how precious each and every day of life is. May your faith get you through these most difficult times.
Sue Kobee
September 11, 2014
Officer Ron, you were so loved and respected by the students at West Sr. As the parent of 2 recent graduates I'm honored to know you were there for them. You will be sorely missed by all who knew you. You touched many peoples lives in such a special way. May you be free of pain and in the arms of our most loving God. The heavens will be a much better place with you as one of our guardian angels
Wendy Gorczyca
September 11, 2014
Ron was a wonderful person and is really going to be missed by so many. I know I'm going to miss his wonderful sense of humor and genuine personality. I loved hearing stories about his family, you could just tell he cherished them more than anything in the world. RIP my friend. My deepest sympathy to Ron's family!
Joeski
September 9, 2014
Officer Ron, He was quite a guy. Good hearted, great security , always upbeat and helpful. The custodial staff@West Sr. could always depend on him to keep lawℴ there. May God give you His peace as you remember Ron.
THOMAS KEATING
September 9, 2014
I am a retired US Customs Inspector and worked with Ron when he was an Immigration Inspector at the Lewiston bridge. I remember Ron as a larger than life guy who had an ongoing practical joke thing going on with another Immigration Inspector, who shall remain unnamed, since he has not posted. Ron manipulated this inspector's personal drawer at the bridge, so it wouldn't open. Said inspector then sewed shut one sleeve of Ron's winter uniform jacket.
Ron then made a huge sign, 2 ft high and 4 ft wide that said Blank is
A a Bozo
B a Moron
C a dork
C a Doofus
E All of the above.
There was a large check mark next to E. He the hung this sign(during the midnight to eight shift) from the US Immigration sign hanging from the ceiling. About 10 or 11 am, the Buffalo, INS District Director came into the bridge office w. visiting dignitaries from headquarters. The sign made him very unhappy.
September 9, 2014
Officer Ron will truly be missed by everyone at West Senior. He always had a smile on his face no matter what. I remember him sitting at our lunch table and asking who had a boyfriend, and telling us that they were bad. I will always remember his smile. He left a great impact on West. I'm so glad I got to meet him and know him. He was truly the best guy there.No ones mustache will ever compare to his. Rest In Paradise Officer Ron
Tony Giovenco
September 9, 2014
Heaven have received a great man! You will be missed my friend
Brian, Samantha Smith
September 9, 2014
Uncle Ron-- his humor was infectious. His trains.. My kids loved to watch him run those trains.. He was a kid at heart.. A kind, caring person who God will welcome with open arms in heaven.. All our love from Boston to Buffalo...
Brianna Messana
September 9, 2014
It's so hard to put everything I want to say in one little paragraph. I guess i'll start with how I met Officer Ron. Two years ago I transferred to West Seneca West High School. I remember the first thing he said to me.. He sat down at my lunch table and asked why my nails were all different colors haha. I said I couldn't pick just one. After my junior year, I became incredibly close with him. We said good morning every morning, and were on a first name basis. For every holiday I got him just little things, something my mother taught me- little things mean the most. He was so grateful, and always told me he'd pay me back someday. He always tried to buy me pizza or drinks from the bookstore, but I never would let him. Just our talks was a good enough "payback". Officer Ron sat and talked to me for hours when I had to wait for rides on my early d's, or wait for musical practice. And after the musical, he was so ecstatic about the way I danced he had no idea. Officer Ron was a friend, he was someone who always put a smile on my face. I don't think there was one day I saw him, and he wasn't happy. Officer Ron taught me many things. He taught me how to appreciate the little things in life. How to appreciate my parents and what they do for me. He taught me how to enjoy life, because you never know when your last day is. But most of all, he showed me what true friendship is. I never got the chance to thank him, for everything he's done for me. Officer Ron meant so much to me, he was like a grandpa. He told me about his grandchildren, and wife, and stories upon stories.. He was someone I always expected to be there, always. Officer Ron has left hand prints on my heart. He was truly one of the best people I have ever known. I will never forget the meaningful lessons he taught me, and the fun we had together. I love and will miss you dearly Officer Ron. Rest in peace
September 8, 2014
Ron was a true gentleman, a pleasure to work with and he will be missed. The faculty, staff, students and their parents were lucky to have such a good man 'keeping the peace' at west senior. God's blessings to Ron and his family. Rest in peace , buddy.
September 8, 2014
My daughter spoke very highly of Officer Ron. He always went out of his way to talk to her and ask her how her day was going. She and her friends loved it when he would join them at their lunch table. He was an awesome role model for the students at West and his presence will be missed.
September 8, 2014
My daughter called me from college and told me what had happened. She said that officer Ron would sit with her at lunch and was truly a nice man. I also have a younger daughter who stops at your house on occasion to see Lexy. Officer Ron was always so kind to her and her friends. We are so sorry for your loss. What a truly kind person with a warm heart.
The Conrad family
Ron Piwowarczyk
September 8, 2014
Dear Dan and Family,
When we did see your dad at your house, he was always a very kind and friendly man.
You are in our prayers with Deepest Sympathey.
Sincerely,
The Fazio Family
Hannah
September 8, 2014
Officer Ron made my freshman pretty awesome, he was the nicest guy I've ever met and all of west senior is going to miss him
Sam and Jacquie (Worrell) Wright
September 8, 2014
Dear Nancy and Family,
Please accept our prayers for peace and deepest sympathies for your loss. Know people care even though it has been many years, we always have those memories. Your husband was a very great man by all accounts. Know the joy and laughter he brought to many and that always means that person guided others to be better. We are so very sorry.
Margot Bennett
September 8, 2014
Dear Nancy,
I am so sorry for your loss and trust you are being surrounded with the comfort of Ron's love and all of your family.
Brian and Tina karovski
September 8, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. May God Bless his family with comfort during this difficult time.
Larry Cannan
September 8, 2014
Nancy & Family- Please accept my condolences on your loss. Ron was a quality guy who always had a greeting, a joke, or a story to brighten the day and he will be missed. Sorry that I am away and unable to attend the services.
September 8, 2014
Ron was my No. 4 son-in-law. Every year he painted the raft on our pond (we live on a farm) and he cut the bushes around our house. I will miss him (he was a funny guy) -- I will miss him because he blended in well with our family. Jean Powell (mother-in-law.)
September 8, 2014
Captain Ron! The halls of West Sr. miss your presence. We will see you again my friend!
Thomas DiSimone
September 8, 2014
He will be missed.
Jyll Harrington Strothmann
September 8, 2014
I am deeply sorry to hear about Ron's passing . My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love that surrounds you during this difficult time of loss. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. RIP Ron.
September 7, 2014
Mr. Ron was one of the nicest people I have ever met in my life. As a graduate from west, I was fortunate enough to know Mr. Ron and not only was he kind and caring, everyone loved him and he inspired students everyday. He made school a little better for all of us. Sending prayers to Mr. Ron's family and close friends. He truly was a role model and good person.
Steve Leo
September 7, 2014
Officer Ron was a great man and he helped me and many kids from West he always listened and give advice I always saw him smiling I never seen the man yell he would always joke with us kids. He will be greatly missed I was glad he was in my life I'm sorry for your guy's lost he was a great man West will never be the same.
September 7, 2014
A great man....the kids really loved you. Prayers to your family.
Karen Shaul
September 7, 2014
Ron will be missed. He was a great guy. Our thoughts and prayers to Dan and all the family at the sorrowful time.
Christopher Janaski
September 7, 2014
Dear Nancy and Family,
I just wanna say how extremely sadden i am to hear about Ron's passing.. I am really going to miss him... he always knew how to cheer me up when i was down. well the man upstairs took a angel from this earth.
Christina Reis
September 7, 2014
Officer Ron will forever be the greatest security officer that West will ever have, and now he'll be the greatest guardian angel that school will ever have too. He was such a kind-hearted, supportive soul, and may he rest peacefully in heaven.
Jolynn Haynes
September 7, 2014
Dear Nancy, Ron always made me feel so welcome in your home and in your lives. Sincere condolences to you and your family.
Love, Jolynn
Graduate of West
September 7, 2014
Family and friends of Officer Ron,
I am sending my love, prayers and condolenscences your ways. I was lucky to be in Officer Ron my entire four years of high school at west, he was always a smiling face in the hall way that I look forward to seeing. He was a great man who most definitley influenced hundreds of childrens lives that walked the halls of West Seneca West. Cherish the time you had with him and hold your memories close to your hearts.
Rest in peace Officer Ron.
Kevin Fahey
September 7, 2014
Officer Ron, you will be missed dearly. You never failed to put a smile on anyone's face. Whether I was just passing in the halls or sat and talked with you for a while, you were always such a joyous man. Thank you for shining your light on all of us at West Senior. Because of you, the school has been changed for the better. Know that you will always live on in all of our hearts. Thank you for everything!
Miranda Marino
September 7, 2014
Officer Ron you were a good person I'll miss talking to u and u joking around with me u will be forever missed:-(
Dan Berger
September 7, 2014
I think I've gotten to know Ron better during his time as a hall officer at West Senior than I did during the short time I worked with him. What struck me then, and indeed more in recent years, is the kind of true gentleman that he chose to live his life. I observed countless times the expressions of love the high school students gave him. Ron treated every student as if he or she were his own child, often setting time aside to support them at after school events. Served his nation, served his community, served anyone at anytime. This is a man that will not be forgotten.
September 7, 2014
To Dan and Family.
You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry for your loss. Sue and Mike Zakrzewski
September 7, 2014
Dear Mrs. Piwowarczyk and family,
I just wanted to send our deepest sympathy in the loss of Officer Ron, as my daughter Brianna would so often speak of and call him. I just wanted to thank you all for sharing such an extraordinary man with so many, and to let you know personally how deeply he touched my daughter Brianna's life. I am not sure he knew the depth of a lesson I tried to teach her... something as simple as a small gift. That it doesn't matter how much you spend, that it is the idea that you simply thought of someone and remembered them that really counts.
So thank you again, and thank you Officer Ron for helping complete my lesson. By being so grateful for a cup, a coke, and some candy picked out with love. For helping teach the simple joy of sharing, caring and having someone to share it with. That this is really what is important. You maybe gone from this earth as we know it, but as with Brianna, and the vital lessons you helped teach her, and the support you gave me as a parent, I am sure without even realizing, you will live on and continue to influence the lives of all you touched.
With gratitude and our deepest sympathy,
Cindy, Jim, Jimmy, Angelina, and especially, Brianna Messana
Sandy Harrington
September 7, 2014
Dear Nancy and family,
I was so sorry to hear of Ron's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Lisa Rutkowski
September 7, 2014
Our warmest heartfelt condolences to all of you during this time. May loving memories of Ron
fill your thoughts during your time of sorrow. With Love and Prayers
Paul, Lisa Rutkowski and Family.
Steve Franklin
September 7, 2014
Iam so sorry for your loss Ron was a great man always smiling lighting up a room
September 7, 2014
Dear Nancy, Dan, Sarah, Katy and families, we are so sorry for your loss. Ron was a great man, a gentle man, always a smile and a laugh for everyone he met. Our community has lost a very special person and he will be missed by so many because he touched so many lives here on earth. We should all try to be more like your Dad and this world would be a much better place. He is at peace now with our Lord. Sending prayers and hugs to all...
Love, Aunt Marie, Uncle Zelm and family
Stephen Truong
September 7, 2014
He will be missed. The world has lost a very special person.
Susan O'Connor
September 7, 2014
Dear John, Channon and your family: This poem has helped me, and I can only hope it will help you and your family too.
I am I, and you are you.
Whatever we were to each other,
that we still are.
Call me by my old familiar name,
Speak to me in the easy way you always used.
Put no difference in your tone,
wear no forced air of solemnity or sorrow.
Laugh as we always laughed
at the little jokes we shared together.
Let my name be ever
the household word it always was.
Let it be spoken without effort,
without a trace of a shadow on it.
Life means all that it ever meant,
It is the same as it ever was.
There is unbroken continuity.
Why should I be out of mind
because I am out of sight?
I am but waiting for you for an interval,
somewhere very near, just around a corner.
Kindest Regards, Susan E. O'Connor
Mike Scroggins
September 7, 2014
Nancy, Katy, Dan, John, so thankful we had some time together. Although the pain is great I shall always cherish the kindness, generosity,and above all the friendship we had. So Ron until we sing again in "Fiddler's Green", fairwinds and following seas Shipmate. DBF
September 7, 2014
Our sincerest condolences.
Donny, Karen, and Kali
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