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Stephen Zelazny Obituary

Zelazny, Stephen W.

Of Amherst, New York, entered into rest on August 18, 2025, at age 81. Beloved husband of Beverly Zelazny (nee Fery). Loving father of Stephen (Lillian), Kim Eaton, Darren (Amanda), and Kerry (Julie). Cherished grandfather of Alex (Kendrick), Katie, Maya, Will, Stephen, Caden, Nate, Celia, and Ezri, great-grandfather of Aelin, and grandfatherly to Kaitlyn and Erin. Dear brother of Joe (Kathy), Terry Paluch (late Ric), and the late Phil (Vickey). Also survived by many nieces and nephews. No prior visitation. Services will be held privately. Steve was an avid golfer who cherished his time on the links with many golfing friends and was especially proud of his accomplishments, which included three holes-in-one and shooting his age from 69 through 72. He was a proud patriot, contributing over 40 years of work in support of missile defense. He is survived by many friends and colleagues from that time. Memorials may be made to firstteewesternny.org. in Steve's memory. Arrangements by PERNA, DENGLER, ROBERTS FUNERAL HOME. Fond memories and condolences may be shared at www.denglerrobertspernawilliamsville.com.

Published by Buffalo News on Aug. 24, 2025.

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David T. Swiech

September 28, 2025

grew up with the whole Zelazny family neighbors on caldwell pl. in Lackawanna n.y. Phil and I were the same age and went to school together L.SR.High1965

Tom Glomb

August 24, 2025

Zelazny family. I'm one of Steve's golf buddies. I have many memories and laughs while playing with Steve that I will cherish .

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