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Dennis Jeffords Obituary

JEFFORDS - Dennis L. (Flip) June 15, 2009 of Cheektowaga, NY; beloved partner of Susan E. Klaybor (nee Wrobel); dearest son of the late LeVerne and Janet (nee Abendschein) Jeffords; step-father of Karianne (Niko) Ananiadis and Jon (Lana) Klaybor; brother of Cheryl (Mark) Lazzara, Bonnie (Carl) Powless, Robin (Tony)Marrale, Tracy, Jodi, and the late Rodger Jeffords.; survived by 6 grandchildren and 8 nieces and nephews. The family will be present to receive friends at the DANIEL R. SMOLAREK FUNERAL HOME, 2510 Union Rd, Cheektowaga ( 2 blocks South of Williams St) Friday from 3-8 pm with a prayer service immediately following.

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Published by Buffalo News from Jun. 18 to Jun. 19, 2009.

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July 6, 2009

dear sue & family;so very sorry to hear about dennis.he is at peace now. all in my thoughts & prayers.God Bless! Judy(Elma)

Donna Marie Duffy

June 25, 2009

Dear Robin & family,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

DMD

June 22, 2009

We have all lost a wonderful man, a tremendous friend. He's left a hole in my heart, as well as so many others. Sue and kids, my heart goes out to you.

DMD

June 22, 2009

Dennis was a wonderful man. His friendship meant the world to me and I will miss him terribly.

Lorrie Laudisio

June 20, 2009

In the hearts that embrace them,
they live on forever---
and he will be remembered

Wishing all the comfort of memories....

Nancy (Thielke) Higgins

June 20, 2009

Dear Cheryl, Bonnie, Robin and family, I remember Dennis when he was a little boy on French St. He was so cute! Its' been a long time..............but here we are again! I am so sorry, i know he will be missed deeply. You will all be in my prayers that Jesus will allow His grace on all of you. God Bless you all! In HIs Love, Nancy (Thielke) Higgins, Lancaster NY

susan brooks

June 18, 2009

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

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