Paul Edward Argy Sr.

Paul E. Argy, Sr., 82, of Lewiston, passed away Friday, February 26, 2010 at his winter home in Bradenton, FL. He was the son of the late Robert E. and Katherine (Sullivan) Argy.Mr. Argy served in the United States Army during World War II. He owned and operated Argy and Sons Heating and Sheet Metal for over 40 years with his brother, Don until his retirement.Mr. Argy was a third degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Niagara Council #247, Charter member of the Father Browne Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and the LaSalle American Legion Post #1142.Paul was a devout Catholic who attended daily mass. He truly enjoyed spending time with family and was a devoted grandfather who attended many of his grandchildren's sporting events. He also enjoyed golfing, fishing, traveling and poker night. He was an avid Buffalo Bills and Toronto Blue Jays' fan.Survivors include his loving wife of 58 years, Patricia (Morris) Argy; five children, Joanne (James Sr.) McClincy, Virginia (Pat) Venditti, both of Lewiston, Katherine (late Gene) Mullins of Bradenton Florida, Paul Jr. (fiance' Ellen McGuire) of Niagara Falls, John (Lynn) of Grand Island; 10 grandchildren, James Jr. and Patrick McClincy, Michael (Jennifer), Matthew and Julie Venditti, Kari Mencl, Ashley and Robert Argy, Nicholas and Natalie Argy; two great-grandchildren, Julia Mencl-Morton and Gianna Venditti; a sister, Rosemary (late Donald) Lingenfelter; brother-in-law of Kathy and Jeanne Argy, Clarence Gilpatrick and Florence (Ken) Bowser and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was the brother of the late Robert, William and Donald Argy, Jane Gilpatrick and Helen Argy.Family and friends may call at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, Cayuga and South Ninth Streets, Lewiston, NY on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM. The LaSalle American Legion Post will conduct services at 7:30 PM. Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Friday at 8:30 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 9:30 AM at St. John De LaSalle Church, 8477 Buffalo Avenue, Niagara Falls, NY, with the Rev. Slawomir Siok, S.A.C. officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials, if desired, may be made to the St. John's Church building fund or breast cancer awareness. Inurnment with Military Honors in Oakland Rural Cemetery, Town of Porter, NY. Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com for guest register.