Roy Edwin Tilghman
Nov 01, 2026Of Grand Island passed away under the care of Hospice. The son of Roy Gerald and Evelyn Amelia Tilghman of Tonawanda. Roy served in the US Army and the Army Reserve until 1983 when he retired as a Lieutenant Colonel, Corps of Engineers. He worked as a Construction Manager on projects for Acres International. He was a life long scuba diver and avid reader, with a passion for travel. He and his wife traveled extensively around the world. He is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Janice Eleanor Tilghman and his children Jacqueline Ann Tilghman, Roy Henry (Melanie) Tilghman and predeceased by daughter Karen Susanne (Steven) Piershalski; with numerous cherished grandchildren and a great-grandchild who brought endless pride and happiness to his life. A Celebration of Life will be held at the convenience of the family.
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Janice E. (nee Miller) Hamm
Oct 26, 2026Hamm, Janice E. (nee Miller), October 26, 2026, of Grand Island. Wife of Jeff Hamm. Mother of Eric Hamm. Sister of Kathleen Ambrose, Barbara Townsend, James Miller, Sharon Miller and the late Edward Miller. A celebration of life will be held Saturday November 14, 2026 1-4 PM at the Kaiser Funeral Home 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island.
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David R. Butcher
Oct 24, 2026Born November 14, 1940 to Frank and Nora Butcher of East River, Grand Island. David went to Sidway School and Tonawanda HS before joining the Navy when he was 17, serving four years active and two years inactive. On August 29, 1964 he married the love of his life, Joan Carolyn Schick of Buffalo. They married at St. Stephens Church and lived the rest of their lives on Grand Island, raising three daughters. David retired in 1999 from General Motors, having worked at the Tonawanda Motor Plant and later at the Buffalo Harrison Radiation Plant. He dedicated his life to taking care of his family. He was generous and had a great sarcastic wit. He was kind and determined while never wanting to be the center of attention. He was the person everyone turned to for a hand, an idea, a good laugh, or just someone to confide in. He was a mechanic and self taught woodworker and dabbled in photography. He spent his retirement years helping to raise his grandson, Thomas. Later, he was his wife Joans caretaker when she became ill, passing away in 2019 ... keeping his promise to her that she would always be at home until the end. The last few years of his life, his daughters Linda and Kathy helped look after him when his health changed. Yet he continued to be the one they would all ask how to fix something, or complain about the traffic or have a spirited discussion of current politics. He loved his family, his home, working in the yard, chopping wood, fishing and the smell of his tools in his garage. David leaves behind his three daughters, Linda, Kathy and Amy Butcher; grandsons David and Thomas and granddaughter Christina; sister Sybil (Michael) Corrigan; brothers John (Kaia) and Richard (Debbie) Butcher; brother-in-law Robert (Lisa) Schick, Jack (Toni) Schick and sister-in-law Mary (late Dan) Woodcock. David was predeceased by his brothers Mel and Roger Butcher. Friends may call Thursday Nov. 5 from 4-7 at Kaiser Funeral Home, 1950 Whitehaven Rd. David will be buried along with wife Joan Saturday Nov. 7 at 1 PM at Assumption Cemetery, Grand Island and all are invited back to the Butcher family home afterwards. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or Hospice Buffalo.
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Jean V. (nee Webb) Bleich
Oct 20, 2026Bleich, Jean V. (nee Webb), October 20, 2026, of Grand Island. Wife of the late William Kester Bleich. Mother of Wayne (Tricia), Debbie, Bryan (Audrey) and Cindy Bleich. Grandmother of Justin Bleich, Ashley (Jason) Koelle, Alexandria (Alexander Haake), Kristen and Nicholas Bleich, Joseph (Valerie) and George Laura Abraham. Also survived by 10 great grandchildren. Sister of the late Claude Webb and Janet Hickok. Aunt of Clyde (Valerie) Hickok, Lori (Glenn) Martin, Chrissy (Paul) Salonek and Alan Webb. Friends may call Friday October 23, 4-7 PM at the Kaiser Funeral Home 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island where funeral services will be held Saturday at 10 AM.
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Joseph A. Sass
Oct 20, 2026Joseph A. Sass, October 6, 1989-October 20, 2026, lovingly known as Joe, passed away unexpectedly on October 20, 2026, at the age of 37. Above all else, Joe was a devoted husband and father. There was no greater love in his life than that for his wife, Molly (nee Hayes), and their three beautiful children, Lillian, Brennan and Theodore. His world revolved around his family, and everything he did was driven by his desire to provide them with the best life possible. They were his greatest pride, his greatest joy and the center of his universe. A man of few words but with the biggest heart, Joe was someone who showed his love through his actions. He would drop whatever he was doing to help someone in need, never expecting anything in return. His generosity, loyalty and willingness to lend a hand spoke louder than words ever could. Joe was the proud owner of Sass Custom Renovations, where he turned his passion for construction into a career. Exceptionally talented and hardworking, he had a particular love for concrete work and took tremendous pride in his craft. He had a gift for building and creating, and his work was a reflection of his dedication, skill and determination. Joe was the beloved son of Elizabeth Sass and Marc Sass. He also shared an especially close bond with his aunt Chris and uncle Jack, who loved Joe and his siblings as their own. Their guidance, support and unconditional love helped shape the man he became. He was the cherished brother of Suzanne Pollock, Lisa (Jason) Reigle and Stephanie (Kyle) Moreland; son-in-law of Debora Hayes and Michael Hayes; and brother-in-law of Kelly (Daniel) Holland, Caitlin, and Meaghan (Jason), Michael, Alex, and Jenna Hayes. Joe was also a beloved uncle to Emma (William) Jones, Celina Pollack, Hailey and Liam Reigle, Benjamin, Natalie, Cecilia, William and Margaret Moreland, Owen and Maeve Holland, and Mackenzie Hayes. He was also a cherished great-uncle to Ellie and Noah Jones.He is also survived by his beloved Thomann aunts, uncles and cousins, along with some of the best friends a guy could ever ask for. Joes life was far too short, but the love he had for his family, the friendships he built and the countless ways he touched the lives of those around him will never be forgotten. His greatest legacy will always be the family he loved so deeply. Family and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 1 to 5 p.m., at Kaiser Funeral Home at 1950 Whitehaven Road, Grand Island, NY 14072. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, October 26, 2026, at 10 a.m., at St. Stephens Church at 2100 Baseline Road, Grand Island, NY 14072. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association.
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