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Richard Wuertzer Obituary

Wuertzer, Richard L.

Jul 5, 2024

Of Hamburg, NY, beloved husband of late Sophronia "Sonia" (Gamble) Wuertzer, dear father of Russell (Lynn) Wuertzer and Dr. Jodelle "Jody" (Dr. William) Magner, loving grandfather of Brittany J. Wuertzer, Billie and Sophronia "Sophie" Magner, dearest friend of the late Pat O'Connor, brother of David (Virginia "Ginny") Wuertzer. Friends and family may call on Saturday July 13th from 1-5PM at the JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME, INC., 3155 Orchard Park Road in Orchard Park. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to the Hamburg High School Athletic Department. Mr. Wuertzer was a Junior High School 7th grade Social Studies teacher, a graduate of Baldwin Wallace University and the University of Buffalo. The Buffalo Bills named him the season ticket member of the game December 24, 2016 and was a Buffalo Bills season ticket holder for over 40 years. Online condolences at www.CANNANFH.com

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Published by Buffalo News on Jul. 9, 2024.

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Joseph Mahfoud

July 18, 2024

30 years of Thanksgiving football games and Bills talk. Dick was one of my favorite people.

David Wuertzer

July 10, 2024

Rest in peace brother; it has been a wonderful 80 years we
have shared. Many wonderful moments including weddings,
ball games, trips , and more.
And , of course growing up with
mom and dad with all the crazy
and fun moments! Going
to miss you brother........

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