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Russell FIORELLA Obituary

FIORELLA - Russell A. "Roddy" April 4, 2017, age 75, beloved husband of Nancy (nee Pontoriero) Fiorella and the late Patricia (nee Skowron) Fiorella; dear father of Russell (Mary) Fiorella, Lisa (John) Simonian, Dr. Vincent "Jimmy" (Annette) Fiorella and Patricia "Trish" (Todd) Millman; loving grandfather of eight grandchildren; brother of Bonnie M. (Richard) Scalfani and Hon. Joseph A. (Donna) Fiorella; son of the late Vincent "Jimmy" and Ida (nee Pizzuto) Fiorella; also survived by many nieces and nephews. The family will be present to receive friends Thursday and Friday 4-7:30 PM at the (Delaware Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1132 Delaware Ave. (near West Ferry). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday morning at 10 AM at St. Michael Church, 651 Washington St., Buffalo. Family and friends invited. (Everyone, please assemble at church). Flowers gratefully declined. Arrangements by Anthony E. Greco, Greco Funeral Home. Share your condolences at www.GRECOFUNERAL.com


This obituary was originally published in the Buffalo News.
Published by Buffalo News from Apr. 5 to Apr. 6, 2017.

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Larry Colucci

December 15, 2017

Bonnie and Joe, I just found out about Russ today after receiving a copy of the Canisius College magazine. Neither good nor bad news passes down to Florida without good contacts in the Buffalo area.
As you know, Russ and I were best friends during the growing up stage and were essentially inseparable.
I can't recall us every having a disagreement and we always had each others back when confronted by others.
I regret that Russ wasn't able to visit us when I invited to our home in Florida.
God bless you both.

Joe and Darlene fasolino

April 17, 2017

So Sorry for you loss our prayers are with you! Have memories of the good times you had!

RICHARD B. SCOTT

April 7, 2017

I am out of town and was very saddened to hear of Russ's passing. I still fondly remember the good old days at school and college and the extreme effort Russ and Pat made shortly before her death, to attend my son Dan's wedding in Rhode Island. Prayers for the entire Fiorella family. Dick Scott

Blair Dixon

April 7, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and hugs.

Jim and Mary Beth Duewiger

April 6, 2017

Dr.Vince, Annette and family, we are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you and your family. AMDG

Charlie Abbate

April 6, 2017

Dear Joe and the Fiorella family,

Very sorry to hear of Joe's passing.
Joe was a good friend and classmate of my late brother, Sam.

Diane Alessandra

April 6, 2017

Dear Dr. Fiorella, Annette, and family,
We are so sorry for your loss, I did not know him personally but my daughter had the pleasure of having met him and said he was a wonderful, kind man. May you take comfort in the memories and the gift of love he gave to all of you.
Our deepest Sympathy,
Love Jack and Diane Alessandra

April 6, 2017

Dear Fiorella Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Russell's death.
It is very hard when you loose a husband,father and brother.
Our religion tells us that he is at peace
after suffering for so long.
You are in my prayers.
Veronica Koziol

Laura Lorenzo

April 6, 2017

Sending love and prayers to all the Fiorella's.

Jim and Betty Maciejewski

April 6, 2017

My wife Betty and I knew Russ from his days at School #45 as an attendance teacher. He was a kind and humorous man with whom we always enjoyed interacting . May he rest in peace and may God comfort all who mourn his loss.

Lisa Romanini

April 6, 2017

Vince, Annette and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you all during this very difficult time. Lisa, Mark and Capriana

JOHN & MARSHA DI CIOCCIO

April 6, 2017

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.

Jennifer Propis

April 5, 2017

Dear Fiorella Family,
Sending our sincere condolences for the loss of Russ. He was a Wonderful and kind man and will be dearly missed. I know how close You all are and must be so heart broken. May he Rest In Peace. You are in our thoughts and prayers always. Love, John, Jennifer, Ashley, Johnny and Frank Propis

FRANK & SALLY CHRISTIANO SR.

April 5, 2017

TO THE FIORELLA FAMILY,OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY.RUSS WAS A CLASS PERSON,ALWAYS SO WONDERFUL TO OUR FAMILY.GOD BLESS RUSS,AND THE FIORELLA FAMILIES.

Chuck & Lee McGuire (Stella Ben's son)

April 5, 2017

Dear Bonnie & Joey ... so, so sad hearing about Cousin Roddy completing his journey here on earth ... and I am equally sad at not having the opportunity to enjoy really "knowing" Roddy as I would have truly treasured ... all the very best to you ... my thoughts & prayers are with the family ... God bless you all.

April 5, 2017

Our hearts and prayers go out to all of the Fiorella family at the loss of your beloved Russ. We know how much you all loved him. We will pray for all of you.

Love Bernie and Mary LeCstre

Gary Fargo

April 5, 2017

Joe and family , so sorry to hear the news about your brother! You have my thoughts, prayers and condolences during your grief!

Charlie and Sandee(Lorenzo) Horton

April 5, 2017

Sincerely send our condolences to all of Russ's Family.
May every memory bring a smile to your faces, chuckles and love to your hearts, and blessings to your souls.
Sandee (Lorenzo) and Charlie Horton

Tzurah Hill

April 5, 2017

Nancy, my friend...my heart aches for you and with you in the loss of your dear Russ. You have always been in my thoughts, but even more so now. All my love and deepest condolences to both you and your family.

larry and diane gaines

April 5, 2017

what a very special man, we will all miss him, our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family, love larry and diane

April 5, 2017

My dear family, my thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone at this very sad time. Roddy is at peace now, and in a much better place. Love Dolly

James Colombo

April 5, 2017

So sorry for you loss Nancy. May he rest in eternal peace.

JIm and Lisa Barry

April 5, 2017

Russell, Mary, Russ, Christine, Peter
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time

Suzanne & Jim Schaab

April 5, 2017

Our sincere condolences to the Fiorella family. Russ was a pleasure to work with though the years, and a good friend. he will be missed by many.

Luke & Lynne Cybulski

April 5, 2017

To the Fiorella family,
Please except our sincere heartfelt condolences . Our thoughts and prayers are with you during such a difficult time.

April 5, 2017

Rest In Peace, Grandpa. An amazing man and role model. Thank you for giving me so many wonderful things in this life and teaching me to always follow my dreams Heaven gained a beautiful angel. Love Christine

Rick Jeswald

April 5, 2017

Sorry to hear about your Dad Russ. He's now in a better place. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers

Carole Pecoraro

April 5, 2017

So sorry for your loss.

Michael & Justine Smith

April 5, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

April 5, 2017

Nancy and Family, please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your wonderful husband and Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Barbara Gangi

Charlie Cane

April 5, 2017

My deepest sympathies. A great man with a kind heart. He will be missed.

Eileen Bryan

April 5, 2017

Dear Nancy & Fiorella Family, I am so terribly sorry for the loss of Russell, please know my thoughts and prayers are with you, with deepest sympathy, Eileen Bryan

Rebecca Carey Rohan

April 5, 2017

Russ was such a good man and a good friend, in addition to being a loving husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. My sincere condolences to the entire family for his loss, and may his warmth and the strength of his love continue to surround you throughout the days to come.

Martha Randazzo

April 5, 2017

My sincere condolences to the family of my dear cousin. May he rest in peace. My love to all from cousin Marti

Donald Fabiano

April 5, 2017

Joe and Donna,

So sorry to learn of your loss.

April 5, 2017

So Long Dear Friend, God is waiting with his arms wide open to greet you in his kingdom "Good and faithful servant"
Ken & Mary Nies

francis Grenga

April 5, 2017

So sorry for your loss he will be missed by many.

Sue Zogaria

April 5, 2017

Nancy you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. I hope you can find peace.

Christopher Polizzi

April 5, 2017

My condolences to the Fiorella Family. Had the opportunity of working with him many years ago at the BMHA and always saw him at the 6:45am Mass at St. Michael's.

Heidi Schaab

April 5, 2017

We wish the entire family peace at this difficult time. Russ was a great friend to us all.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Deinhart John

April 5, 2017

My sincere condolence. Russ will be missed. Praying for the family to stay strong during these hard times. Until we meet again, May God bless and watch over you.

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