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Ruth Quagliana Obituary

Ruth Quagliana (nee Marcy)

- September 30, 2023

Of Williamsville, NY entered into rest September 30, 2023; Beloved wife of David Quagliana; devoted mother of Douglas (Crystal), Daniel (Alicia), David A. Quagliana and Donna (Woodrow Keith) Purkey; cherished grandmother of twelve and great grandmother of two; loving sister of Col. John (Paula) Marcy and Rita (late David) Daberkow; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Ruth was a fourth-grade teacher with the Catholic School system for over twenty years, a member of the Ladies Auxiliary Hutchinson Hose Company-Williamsville Fire Department and a licensed amateur radio operator with the call letters WN2QKF. Relatives and friends may visit The Dietrich Funeral Home, 2480 Kensington Ave., Amherst, NY on Tuesday October 10th from 4-8PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated in Sts. Peter and Paul Church, Williamsville on Wednesday at 9:30 AM. Please assemble at church. Inurnment St. Michaels Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.THEDIETRICHFUNERALHOME.com
Published by Buffalo News from Oct. 6 to Oct. 8, 2023.

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Robert Peissinger

October 15, 2023

My deepest sympathies and condolences to you David and your entire family. May a higher power be with you and aid you in your grief.

Nicole Kopko

October 7, 2023

Our sympathies to the entire family. She was a beautiful woman who loved her family dearly. God rest her soul. May God give you patience in this difficult time.

Gail Wier Barsky

October 7, 2023

May our beautiful cousin rest in eternal peace. Our sincere condolences, Gail & Victor Barsky

Karey

October 7, 2023

My condolences to the family. Mrs. Quagliana taught me 4th grade 30 years ago. She was tough but fair. I truly learned so much from her! I have no doubt she will be greatly missed.

Jobson

October 6, 2023

For Donna and her lovely family. We were so sad to hear about your mum. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of your family during this time. Love you cousin. Love, Tim, Jamie, & Emma Jobson

James Winter

October 6, 2023

To David and Family, We were very sorry to read about the passing of your wife Ruth, and just wanted you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. James and Sheila Winter, Sydney, Australia

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10

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Dietrich Funeral Home - Amherst

2480 Kensington Avenue, Amherst, NY 14226

Oct

11

Mass of Christian Burial

9:30 a.m.

Sts. Peter and Paul Church

Williamsville, NY

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2480 Kensington Avenue, Amherst, NY 14226

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