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Bryan W. McCown of Franklinville became an organ, eye and tissue donor upon his passing on October 31, 2011 at the age of 19.   His family shared this remembrance:   Bryan was born to a large family of eight. Even though he was second youngest in the family he became the biggest and tallest in the family and was known as our “gentle giant.” Bryan never used his size or strength to bully or intimidate, instead he tried to become their “big brother.” He had a heart of gold and

Timothy M. DeBoy of Cheektowaga became an eye and tissue donor upon his passing on April 12, 2011.

Frederick Garrasi III became an eye donor upon his passing on May 3, 2013. This remembrance was shared by his parents, Fred and Renee. Freddy was a proud big brother, the oldest of three children. While of course he and his sisters had the typical sibling fights and rivalries, they were incredibly close and the best of friends. Freddy would do anything for his family and friends. He grew up in a family that taught him the importance of kindness and compassion. Freddy carried

Paul Englert, Jr. became an organ donor upon his passing on September 19, 2013. This remembrance was shared by his family. Paul was a happy, healthy 19-year-old young man who is described by everyone as always having a big smile and a hearty laugh. He was born January 11, 1994, on the birthday of his paternal grandfather. For 19 years they shared this special day together, and ironically God called them home only 10 days apart. Paul Englert, Jr. shared a birthday with his gra

Written by Eric's Mom, Vicki Eric Michael Fontaine was born on June 4, 1991. He was my only child and I miss him with all my heart. He became an angel on May 17, 2013. He was just 21 years old. He was in a motorcycle accident and died instantly. Everyone that knew Eric loved him. He was such a fun loving, easy going young man. He always made everyone laugh and he had such an infectious laugh. Eric loved cars. This started at a young age. Whenever his grandmother or I took him

Written by daughter Maranda E. Reed (Golding) I am honored to be sharing my father’s life story with you. First let me tell you a bit about the amazing man he was... Ken was born on Friday September 13th to Victor and Marilyn Golding. He was the younger brother to Debbie Golding and Vincent Golding and older brother to Jeffery Golding. He was born and raised in Niagara Falls, Ontario. From the stories my grandparents told me, my dad was a quite trouble maker and yet became a

We are truly honored to share these very touching personal stories each month. If you would like to honor a hero, please read below. The month of September, we honor... Louis Callari (This submission was written by Rosemary Callari) Louis loved his family and friends very much, as they loved him. Besides his Mom and Dad, Louis left behind two older sisters--Krystle and Brandi. He also had two older brothers-David and Mark, and nephews and nieces. He left behind a fiancé,

Tyler was an outgoing, fun loving 19 year old. He loved the game of baseball and just hanging out with his friends and bonfires. Tyler loved golf, four- wheeling and just hanging out with his sister or family. Tyler was attending Niagara County Community College with 1 class left before winter break. He and his friend were in a tragic car accident. His friend made it, but Tyler did not. Tyler always spoke of how he wanted to donate his organs if anything was to happen. Tyle