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Mark GRESS Obituary
August 16, 2020. Beloved husband of Katherine (nee Bolognese) Gress; loving father of Morgan (Brian) Gress-Johnson and Paige Gress; brother of Damian Gress and Maria (Richard) Evans; dear uncle of Gabriella and Edward Evans; cousin of Julie Carruth. Friends may call Tuesday, 6-8 PM and Wednesday 4-8 PM at the REDDINGTON FUNERAL HOME, 567 Abbott Rd. (corner of Red Jacket Pkwy.). Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial, Thursday, 11:30 AM at Our lady of Charity Parish/Holy Family Worship Site. Please assemble at church. Reopening restrictions limit a number of individuals allowed in the Funeral Home at the same time. We welcome you to visit with the family and ask for your patience if you should experience delays. Face coverings are required. Memorial tributes may be made to the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, Elm and Carlton Sts., Buffalo, NY 14263.
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for Mark GRESS
Dennis Dulniak
August 12, 2025
Sorry to hear of Mark's passing. We shared childhood play times as cousins. Mark's Dad was my Godfather, his Mom was my mother's (Stella) step-sister. Fond memories of our early life together. Sincere condolences to the family. Love and Hugs
Christine Filipski
August 29, 2020
So saddened by the news of his passing. We knew him from his tavern 911 that had the best wings. My daughter who lives overseas always requested a stop for wings when she came home for a visit. On one visit he came out to talk to us. Such a warm, friendly man with a smile to match. Thoughts and prayers to his family. He will be greatly missed.
James Del Monte
August 26, 2020
Sure gonna miss you. Those late nights finishing my premium beer while you picked up the chairs or playing a round of golf talking about life - happy trails my friend
Dennis Dulniak
August 26, 2020
I am deeply saddened to hear of Mark's passing. My condolences to his family ... I recall my numerous visits playing with him, brother Damian and sister Maria - fond memories now 60+ years old. Prayers offered.
Kim Kohler-Lovejoy
August 24, 2020
Oh, gosh; such sad news
I had a schoolgirl crush on Mark in Jr. High, and we remained friends through high school. I remember Mark as a little bit of a “bad-boy”- “cool”, quiet, kind-hearted and with a mischievous streak. About 10 years ago, on a rare visit to WNY, we made a pilgrimage to The Nine Eleven Tavern, where I was so happy to see what he had built there; Mark spoke with such pride of his girls, his family, his home. Like he said that day of our friend mutual friend Pie, Mark was the “real deal”. It sounds like he will be missed by many. Sincere condolences to his family and close friends. I am so, so sorry for your loss. And to those reading, please consider a donation to Roswell Park in Mark’s memory.
Brendan “Byrd” Biggane
August 24, 2020
I got to know Mark hanging out at Rappls in OP back in the 70’s & 80’s. He was a friend of my older brother. We’ve stayed in touch thru restaurant connections and I actually got to be in that little kitchen of his and watched him work. Hard working is an extreme understatement. RIP my friend. You will be missed!
Kevin Patton
August 24, 2020
Mark you were truly one of a kind. Always looked forward going to the 9-11 Tavern when I came back home to visit. My condolences to the Gress family
BILL & Barb Goldbach
August 24, 2020
Kathy, Morgan and Paige, we are so shocked to hear the news of the passing of Mark and so very sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace and may you find strength in the memories of Mark as a husband and father.
Jill Gallagher
August 23, 2020
Our deepest condolences to the Gress family. Mark was always so kind to us & we enjoyed many nights of laughs, conversation, & shuffleboard with him. He was one of a kind & will truly be missed!
david sabulsky
August 22, 2020
He was a great guy! class of o.p. 1975, a young man we lost.
Michelle McNamara
August 21, 2020
RIP Mark, you will be truly missed, you had the best wings in town
Mary Jean Kwiatkowski
August 21, 2020
To the Gress Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I used to wait on Mark at the bank all the time. It was always a pleasure he was always so organized! I actually graduated from OPHS with his brother Damien. I am so sorry I was unable to make it to the wake. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Jon and Roseann Perry
August 21, 2020
Condolences to Kathy and family, we are so sorry to hear of Marks passing.
Rick Tresmond
August 20, 2020
Many good memories of my youth were at the 9-11. Rest In Peace Mark.
Tom Case
August 20, 2020
I knew Mark from the Orchard Park High School swim team. He was an intense competitor who consistently gave 100% at every practice and every meet.
Joyce Dengos
August 19, 2020
My condolences Kathy and family. Kathy and I used to work with the X-ray students at kaleida. May god keep you in his hands. Joyce Dengos.
Donald Miller
August 19, 2020
What a great guy.Truly kind and considerate.
John ,Jackie DEJOY
August 18, 2020
Such sad news we knew mark from the 9-11 all our friends hung out there because mark was such a great guy and always smiling us girls also bowled for the 9-11 and would go there after bowling and always had a lot of fun when ever someone played my girl on the juke box he would sing and dance behind the bar,he also had the best wings in south buffalo.REST IN PEACE MARK YOU WILL BE MISSED BY MANY
Kelly Finn
August 18, 2020
Gress Family....I am sincerely sorry for your loss. I was part of the Eden St gang who begged Mark to do French fries—an idea he absolutely hated and lovingly mastered along with everything else he did for his patrons!! Please know you are in our prayers! Sending a hug to all of Mark’s girls... Kelly Finn and the Finn family!!
Nika Nour
August 18, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Rob Noreen Steve and Danny Holcomb
August 18, 2020
A true friend for the past 40 years. You will be greatly missed by our family as well as all the other folks whose lives you had touched. Miss ya my friend
Peggy Novak
August 18, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss. Mark was such a nice person. My husband made his first 9-11 sign for the restaurant prior to the present one. He and Jack got along very well. Please accept my condolences.
James Wolfe & Family
August 18, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We will always cherish wonderful memories of Mark.
James Wolfe & Family
Kevin Crowley
August 18, 2020
Very sorry and sad to be reading this.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Gress family.
Rest In Peace Mark.
Stacey Edwards
August 18, 2020
Kathy, Morgan, and Paige...I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Mark was such a great guy. During the time I worked for him he treated me like family and I truly enjoyed his company. Words cannot begin to express how my heart breaks for all of you and the countless people who loved him.
Mark & Bonnie Patton
August 18, 2020
We knew Mark almost 40 yrs. My husband Mark played on 9-11’s shuffleboard team. He always told a good joke or story! Many happy memories of x-mas, new years eve, tournament, & super bowl parties. Mark was the King of the chicken wing. Prayers to his wife & daughters Kathy, Morgan, & Paige. May Mark rest in peace.
Bob Carey
August 18, 2020
My sincerest sympathy to the Gress family. Mark was a good man and I always enjoyed his company whenever we met. May he rest in peace.
Donna Gosciak
August 18, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Donna and Stephen Gosciak
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