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Audrey Devine Obituary

DEVINE-Audrey Rose (Komroy) July 14, 2007. Beloved wife of Daniel P.K. Devine; daughter of the late Richard J. Sr. and Melvina (Merella) Komroy; sister of Carolyn Komroy, Richard J. Jr. (Annette) Komroy, Melanie (Lawrence) Slieker, Pamela "J.K." (Michael) Trombley and the late Jeffrey J. Komroy; survived by nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins and godchildren. Friends may call at the JAMES E. GRACE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 335 Ontario St., Monday and Tuesday 4-8 PM, where services will be held Wednesday at 9:30 AM and a Mass of Christian Burial in All Saints Church, 205 Esser Ave., Buffalo, at 10 AM. Audrey taught art, photography and computer graphics at Akron Central High School and was dearly loved by all of her students and many friends.
Published by Buffalo News from Jul. 15 to Jul. 17, 2007.

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lOVED ONES RMAIN WITH US GIBBON

August 2, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2007

jESSICA

August 2, 2007

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Monica, Terry, Tiffany Rohrback

August 2, 2007

Dear Dan;
May God Bless you and your family at this time. My family and I can not express the sympathy we feel for you at this time. or the regret we feel for only getting to meet your wife one or two times. I tried many times to write this but could never find the right words to say, but today is a special day and the words came easy.
It took you so long to find the love of your life only to loose her so soon and so tragically that we can not image your pain. I can surely say for me just how ironic your wife was to pass of the same tragic disease my sister Jenny died from just two years ago on my sisters Birthday July 14 th (1954). Lately you have walked the street that you and my husband once grew up on and played on, in the Apron your wife made for you, with such Strength and Dignity telling our daughter funny, fond, loving memories of your wife.
Granted we can not image the pain of loosing our soul mate. Though we know we someday we will. It's not something any of us think of or want to think of. We can only feel the sarrow for as we have felt when I lost my sister to cancer, Or Terry's little brother Timmy's tragic death, Or the unfair unimaginable passing of little Autumn Hallett and as of late Terry's father only two days ago. Now that was definite soul mates his parents Married over 58 years.Also your parents married for so long. (I remember back to that day to. The passing of your father who was such a kind man who helped Terry and I so much when we moved on the street and began to fix up this old house) I don't know how Terry's mom will go on. I hope with the same strength as your mother. Or how you will after waiting so long to find the love of you life. ( I am also sure you will with the same strength as your mother and with all your wonderful memories) All those memories is what made today so easy to write you this and as it is also because today would have been Autumns 1st birthday today,and also only two days from Terry's dads Wake and Funeral. As you can imagen our home is filled with great sadness today and deeper still for your loss. So many people we have known and loved are gone now, but rest assure they wait for us at Heavens gate to greet us one day when it is our turn for God to call us home. Please know we are here for you always if you need to talk and our daughter will always lend an ear to listen to a funny or fond loving memory you wish to share with her about your loving wife. May God Bless and keep you in your time of need. Your are always in our thoughts and prayers.

Cyd Green

July 24, 2007

Dear Dan,
We were so sad to hear of Audrey's passing. We send you many thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. You and Audrey added so much to our water fitness class. You two were such an inspiration as a couple - always joking and having a good time. We are so happy that we got to know Audrey. Everyone from class sends along their sympathy and fonds memories. God Bless and keep you always.
Your friends at the YMCA.

SHERRY CEISNER

July 24, 2007

YOU WILL BE SADLEY MISSED, YOU WERE AND GREAT ART TEACHER AND WE ALWAYS HAD FUN IN YOUR CLASS. GOD BLESS

Margie Wagner

July 21, 2007

We will miss you Audrey, we are happy for the time that we had. Dan, no one could have a better job taking care of and loving your Audrey. We are very proud of you. We will keep you and Audrey in our prayers.
love. Tim & Margie

Maureen Devine

July 20, 2007

May you rest in Peace my dear sister in law Audrey and Dan please know myself and all your brothers and sisters will help and support you and be there for you , love #9

Andrew Printup

July 19, 2007

She was one of the highlights of my high school memmories.So sorry to hear of her passing.I will forever be grateful to have had her as my art teacher.

Steve & Kathy Winkelsas

July 18, 2007

With a heavy heart we say good-bye this day to our best friend Audrey. We will miss her and hold her in our thoughts, prayers and our hearts forever.

John Kelly

July 17, 2007

Audreys love for her family and friends was a blessing from above. We cherish the memories we have of her and the special friendship she had with our mom Audrey Cunningham. Her generosity and thoughtfulness will be long remembered, and our hearts will be forever thankful for the love she shared with mom. Dan, our prayers are with you and trust that Audrey is in good hands with the Lord.
May God bless you and keep you strong.
-The Kelly Family (Kelly Kelly)

Kristina Kieber-Nordby

July 17, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about Audrey. I have great memories of her from when we were in high school. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Sincerely,

Patricia & Albert DeBenedetti

July 17, 2007

Dear Dan;
We are so very sorry for the loss of your beautiful wife! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Patti & Al DeBenedetti & Family

Colleen Sullivan-Rich

July 16, 2007

Dan: I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless and be strong.

Colleen & George Rich

Erin Heerdt

July 16, 2007

Dear Mr. Devine,
I have to say it, but I think you know, it was an honor for me to care for Audrey the last two years. Her smile was contagious (especially wearing her Evil Audrey hat)...not a bad thing at Roswell! To read someone say she was vivacious-how true! She was also a fighter. You took such good care of her and she was so lucky you were by her side. She is at peace now. I am so sorry I wasn't in last week to see you both. I wish you the best and will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Fondly,
Erin Heerdt, RN
Roswell Park

Linda Malinowski

July 15, 2007

Dan & the Komroy family -
You are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. Audrey was a wonderful, caring person. We shared some good times at ACS. She will be missed, but never forgotten.

Chris Job

July 15, 2007

Audrey had the most "vivacious" personality and a heart of "gold". Ron and I will miss her dearly.

Sue Ziajka (Adams)

July 15, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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