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Maria Federczyk Obituary
Jan 31, 2026
Age 79, of Cheektowaga entered into rest surrounded by her loving family on January 31st. Maria was deeply loved by her husband of fifty three years, Basil. Maria was born on January 1, 1947 in a German Work Camp in Hershfield to Dmytro and Ludmyla Terech. She and her parents immigrated to Buffalo in 1950 through Ellis Island. Maria worked at Sorrento Foods as an executive assistant. Maria is survived by her loving husband, Basil and her two sons, Wasyl (Julie) and Paul (Tracylee) along with grandchildren Alex, Megan and Patrick and Abby and Karly along with great-grandboys, Gabriel and Bennett. Maria had one brother, Wasyl (Luba) Terech along with nephew Nick and niece Stephanie. She was godmother to Elaine Slobodian and Nick Terech. Family and friends may call at the Pietszak Funeral Home, 2400 William Street, Cheektowaga, NY 14206 Friday, February 6th from 4-8 PM. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, February 7th at 10 AM at St. John the Baptist Ukrainian Catholic Church 3275 Elmwood Avenue, Tonawanda, NY 14217. Burial following at St. Matthew Cemetery, 180 French Road, West Seneca, NY 14224. www.pietszak.com
Memories and Condolences
for Maria Federczyk
Dawn Knott
February 7, 2026
Our deepest condolences and prayers during this difficult time. Maria was a beautiful person & I feel blessed to have met her. Our deepest sympathies from our family to yours.
Jerry Slobodian
February 3, 2026
Wasyl and Family
“Mary” was such a beautiful person inside and out. We will miss her. Wishing you much strength during this sad time; God Bless ✝
Marie Picun
February 3, 2026
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 you will be missed our friend love Gene & Marie Picun
Kandice Kraus
February 2, 2026
Julie and Family, my deepest condolences and prayers are with you.
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Luba Balycz
February 1, 2026
Maria,
You are free of pain now. You suffered for such a long time. Remembering all the good times we had. Glad I got to talk to you the other day. Rest in Peace. You will be greatly missed my friend.
Oksana Kolodij
February 1, 2026
Maria,
You were such a great warrior with all that you went thru with your health. You never complained. You are now at peace, walking with all the angels.
Elaine Slobodian
January 31, 2026
Godmother Marika, May you rest in heavenly peace ✝ I will forever cherish my memories of you Vichnaya Pamyat✝ love Elaine
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