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Dennis GIELOW Obituary

GIELOW - Dennis G. Of the Town of Wheatfield, October 6, 2012, peacefully at home after a courageous battle with mesothelioma. He was 65. Dennis was a U.S. Army veteran and had recently retired from Colton RV. He was a hot rod enthusiast, a former northeast region representative of the GoodGuys Rod & Custom Association and an avid NASCAR fan. He spent many years coaching with the Wheatfield Blades Hockey Association as well as the Niagara Wheatfield High School hockey team. He was also an active member of the North Tonawanda B.O.A.T.S. organization and enjoyed skiing, golfing, boating, traveling and most of all, spending time with his grandchildren. Dennis and his wife, Linda, hosted many exchange students from all over the world including Marco from Italy and Torsten from Germany. For a number of years, Dennis designed and built the stage sets for Starpoint High School musicals. Beloved husband of Linda (Schueckler) and father of Michelle (Blake) Reeves of Unionville, Ontario, Jennifer (Paul) Kooney of Croton-on-Hudson, NY and Jason (Renee) Gielow of Lockport, NY; proud grandfather of Carter, Jonah, Colin, Jack, Lydia, Ava and Ella; son of Albert and the late Rose of North Tonawanda; brother of Beverly White and the "best uncle ever" to many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the FRETTHOLD FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. in North Tonawanda on Tuesday from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday at 10 AM at St. Jude the Apostle R.C. Church. Burial with Military Honors will take place at White Chapel Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Guest register available at frettholdfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Buffalo News from Oct. 8 to Oct. 9, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
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John Kopczynski

October 24, 2012

Dear Linda & family, "Mr. Gielow" truly enjoyed life, his family and many friends. My memories of him include a great big smile and lots of laughs. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sue Marcolini

October 10, 2012

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with all of you.

October 10, 2012

many great memories from "louies" hockey team. may he rest in peace mike karam

October 10, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. We feel so terrible that we could not be there with you. Our prayers are with you. Love Vic and Donna.

October 10, 2012

So sorry for your loss. May God's comfort help you through this difficult loss.

Woody & Elaine Woodcock

October 9, 2012

Our thoughts of deepest sympathy are with the family at this time of sorrow.

Bob Wagner

October 9, 2012

I'm very sorry for your loss.

October 9, 2012

Aunt Linda,
I saw this on Kelly's Facebook. I am so sorry. I miss you all so much. I send my love and blessing to you and your family. Denny was a great many and I have so many memories of him and your family. I love you all and pray that God sends you peace.
Courtney Cavanaugh Greger

October 9, 2012

Jason:
Our deepest sympathies for your loss....You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Biniszkiewicz Family

October 9, 2012

Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
The Kalota Family

Tim & Libby Hanna

October 9, 2012

Mrs. Gielow and Family,
I've had a heavy heart the past two days. You were such good friends to Mom and Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sandra Banks

October 8, 2012

Linda & family, my sincerest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

John & Peggy Ball

October 8, 2012

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Dennis was such a great friend to my brother right up to the end of his life. And all the food he cooked for us that week was a real treat. I bet they are having a great reunion now!!

Lauralynn Schueckler

October 8, 2012

Aunt Linda, Shelly, Jennifer, and Jason: I'm saddened and heartbroken to hear this news. Uncle Denny was the BEST Uncle ever and he will be greatly missed. He is loved and cherished by everyone in our family and especially by his nieces in PA. Spending countless summers and Christmas time with Aunt Linda and Uncle Denny are some of my fondest memories! It gives me some peace to know that he's up there cracking jokes with my Mom and watching over all of us and protecting us. Heaven has one more special angel now. With Deepest Sympathy, Lauralynn S. xoxoxo <3

October 8, 2012

Aunt Linda,Michelle,Jennifer and Jason,
My heart and prayers go out to you.I will remember Uncle Denny's sense of humour the most.We will always cherish his memory and hold him in our hearts.
Love,
Wendy Sikora

Minnie Cuesta

October 8, 2012

Linda, my prayers are with you and your family. Minnie Cuesta

Barbara Ames

October 8, 2012

So sorry to hear about Uncle Denny. My condolences to Aunt Linda, Shelly, Jennifer, Jason, and their families. May God give you strength.
Barb, Jeff, Jenna, and Brandon Ames

Linda Parfinski

October 8, 2012

Linda, Shelly, Jennifer and Jason

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. So very sorry for your loss.

Ralph & Sonya Bavaro

October 8, 2012

Dear Linda & Family,
Sorry to hear of Denny's passing.
You couldn't ask for a more cordial and
out-going neighbor. We'll always remember Denny on the lawnmower with his Manhattan in hand. Our prayers go out to all of you!

Ralph, Sonya, & Thomas

October 8, 2012

Dear Aunt Linda & family, we are so sorry to hear of Uncle Denny's passing. He was loved by so many and will be greatly missed. Knowing his is watching over us brings peace to my heart. May you always find comfort in knowing how much he loved his family and friends. Love and comfort, The Mann Family~ Shawna, Michael, Ashleigh & Austin

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