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1971
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2025
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James Kaska Obituary
Oct 2, 1971 - Jan 4, 2025
Of Hamburg, NY. Loving father of Ryan, Sarah, and Kane Kaska; beloved son of Rosemary (nee Kane) and the late Ronald Kaska; dear brother of Michael (Sandy) Kaska, Kathy (Tim Stotz) Ortiz, and John (Evette) Kaska; also survived by many loving family members and friends. The family will be present on Thursday from 3-6PM at the (Hamburg Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5453 Southwestern Blvd (Corner of Rogers Road). A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday morning at 10AM at St. Teresa's Church, 1974 Seneca St., Buffalo, NY 14210 (Please assemble at the Church). Jim was a retired Detective from the Buffalo Police Department. Jim was a heart transplant recipient, in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Connect Life. Please share condolences at www.kaczorfunerals.com
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Sister Virginia Marie
January 15, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. James was one of my beautiful students at St. Teresa's School when I was Principal.
I keep all of you in my prayers.
God bless.
Sister Virginia Marie, RSM
Frank Relosky Jr. (Lt.-BPD Ret.)
January 10, 2025
My sincere condolences to the Kaska Family for their loss! RIP Jim.
Patricia Pfeifer
January 9, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Prayers to help your family heal.
John and Ginny McDonnell
January 9, 2025
The Kaska family,
Ginny and I are heartbroken to learn of Jim's passing. As former neighbors we always enjoyed Jim's smile and kindness. We send our love and prayers to you and hope that cherished memories help sustain you during this difficult time. God bless.
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