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Brian W. Downey

1960 - 2024

Brian W. Downey obituary, 1960-2024, Orchard Park, NY

BORN

1960

DIED

2024

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Brian Downey Obituary

Downey, Brian W.

Aug 8, 1960 - Oct 16, 2024

Of Boston, NY, entered into rest on October 16, 2024. Beloved husband of Anne (nee Fox) Downey; devoted father of Jacqueline and Wesley Downey; cherished grandfather; loving son of William R. and the late Dorothy M. Downey; dear brother of Colleen (Leon) Kibler, Mark (Michalene) Downey, and Maureen (Kent) Stockdale. Also survived by relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel) near Lake Ave., on Thursday (Oct 24) from 4-7 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Bernadette's RC Church, 5930 S. Abbott Rd., Friday morning at 9:30 AM. Private interment at St. John's Cemetery. Arrangements by Lombardo Funeral Home. Memorial contributions in Brian's name may be made to the WNY Scout Council – Boy Scouts of America, 2860 – Genesee St., Buffalo, NY 14225. Online condolences may be made at www.lombardofuneralhome.com.

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Published by Buffalo News on Oct. 20, 2024.

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Denis Kitchen

November 11, 2024

What a shock. I just learned of Brian's passing. He was a skilled and dedicated and a trustworthy colleague. He and Ann have been devout and outspoken Christians for many years. He will be greatly missed by clients, colleagues, and fellow believers.

Tom an Michele palczynski

October 28, 2024

Brian was a good friend and attorney. Our thoughts are with his loved ones
I hope Brian will lookup or grandson while with God. Rest in peace.

dmm

October 21, 2024

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MaryAnne Flowers

October 20, 2024

Rest in peace my friend. We are so sorry for your loss. mark and MaryAnne Flowers

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Oct

24

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Lombardo Funeral Home - Orchard Park Chapel (Southtowns)

3060 Abbott Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127

Oct

25

Mass of Christian Burial

9:30 a.m.

St. Bernadette's RC Church

5930 S. Abbott Rd., NY

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Lombardo Funeral Home - Orchard Park Chapel (Southtowns)

3060 Abbott Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127

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