SFU Dr. Brent C. Ward explains Wednesday night 6.6 earthquake off the coast of Vancouver Island; he also provides tips Marcus Martin Womens Jersey on how to act during an earthquake.

The quake's epicentre was about 94 km south of Port Hardy and 157 km west of Campbell River, according to the USGS, and it occurred at a depth of 11.4 km.

The quake was felt as far away as Kelowna and Seattle.

The strong quake was quickly followed by three more aftershocks, according to the USGS. All three were located near the initial epicentre.

"We can confirm at this time that there is no reporting of any injuries or any significant damage, so all folks are safe,'' said Pat Quealey, assistant deputy minister for Emergency Management BC.

He said emergency preparedness officials were contacted in communities on the Island's north end.

He said those communities included Port Hardy, Port Alice, Zeballos, Gold River, Campbell River, Port McNeill, as well as the Strathcona Regional District and the Mount Waddington Regional District.

Port Hardy Mayor Bev Parnham said nobody in that town was injured, but she said "pretty much everyone felt it it was quite a shake."

"Somebody said, 'oh earthquake,' and of course we then all felt it, and you definitely knew you were in an earthquake,'' said Parnham.

"I don't think there was even enough time to really comprehend because it was very short, like it was strong but it was very short, short lived, and I think by the time it actually registered in your mind, this is what was happening, you know, it was over.''

"Our infrastructure is in place and there's no damage that we've been able to see," she said.

Parnham said Lt. Gov. Judith Guichon was greeting seniors at the Quatse Salmon Stewardship Centre, an interpretive centre and fish hatchery, when the earthquake hit.

She said there Brandon Thomas Womens Jersey was no panic, people remained calm, and after the quake ended she left to ensure none of the community's infrastructure was damaged. She said public works officials even went out to check.

"I think that the honourable lieutenant governor will remember Port Hardy,'' said Parnham.

Shelley Siemens, a Port Hardy resident, was in her home along with her daughter and boyfriend when the shaking began.

"It was really kind of scary," she said.

"I was in my bathroom and I have glass sliding doors I thought they were going to come right out," said Siemens.

"I ran down the hallway to my boyfriend and I said, 'what the heck, did you guys feel that?'"

She said it was the second time she had been in an earthquake in Port Hardy, but said this one felt different.

It was brief, but powerful, www.49ersofficialnflauthentic.com/authentic-marcus-martin-jersey.html and felt like it rolled from north to south, she said.

In less than two hours, more than 650 people in nearly three dozen cities logged on to the earthquake information site to report feeling the quake.

The online reports came from as far away as Kelowna and the Seattle suburbs of Auburn and Bellevue, said USGS geophysicist Dale Grant in the www.49ersofficialnflauthentic.com/authentic-brandon-thomas-jersey.html Golden, Colorado, earthquake information center. None of the online comments reported damage, Grant said.

The quake was the strongest in the area since another 6.6 on Nov. 2, 2004, Grant said.

Ann Gray, the manager of the Glen Lyon Inn, said she barely felt it but knows people who did.

"I was sitting here, my chair moved abut two seconds, three seconds, the wall creaked a little bit, but it didn't move us very much,'' she said.

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Defensive linemen in the NFL need to master two basic techniques known as ripping and swimming. To test this during the combine, scouts set up two bags in front of linemen who are at rest in a defensive stance. One is four yards in front of them, the other is eight yards. The drill starts when a coach moves a football to simulate a hike. This tests vision and the explosive power athletes have when coming out of their stances. The first bag tests ripping, which involves defensive linemen dipping their outside arm under and around an offensive linemen and slipping past them. The next bag tests swimming, which involves linemen attacking the bag with their outside arm and then bringing their inside arm up and over the offensive lineman.

Linebackers in the NFL must be able to defend against the pass and scouts at combine test athletes' ability to do this with the pass, drop and hip rotation drill. During this drill linebackers line up facing a coach that is five yards in front of them. The linebackers run backwards and the coach gives them three direction changes while they do this. They must face the coach and watch the football he is holding. After three changes the coaches has them run forward and throws the ball to them. Scouts use this drill to assess if the linebacker has the necessary skills to watch a quarterback and follow his movements before the pass.

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Sports have always served as a great diversion from real life. Lately, however, with all the scandals plaguing the sports industry, real life is diverting us from sports. Our eyes are on everything BUT the ball. Moreover, if a quarterback overthrows, one instantly blames it on whatever scandal they are associated with at the time. No longer do we chalk it up to a simple mistake or possible injury. It has become the norm for athletes to find themselves tangled in scandal, utilizing the power behind their athletic fame to scramble away from the consequences of their scandals. Obviously, the NFL's personal conduct policy is not an effective deterrent for these athletes. Sure, most players presumably enjoy letting loose after the game, but to make the Top 5 Scandals in NFL History list, these players, coaches, and performers exhibited jaw dropping scandalous behavior. We aren't talking just a common, everyday DUI or assault. Think bigger.

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On the eve of Super Bowl XXXIII in 1999, Atlanta Falcons' defensive back Eugene Robinson was arrested for offering a prostitute $40 for oral sex while out in Miami. Even worse, this prostitute turned out to be an undercover police officer. Earlier that day, Robinson was the recipient of the Bart Starr Award from the Christian group Athletes in Action an accolade given to an individual with high moral character.

Actually, the Falcon's credit Robinson's leadership skills as a main reason they reached their first Super Bowl. He was noted for being a man of strong religious beliefs and a role model in an era of misbehaving athletes.

Although he was bailed out of jail by Atlanta's GM in time to star in that Super Bowl, his performance lacked the athleticism that earned him his three Pro Bowl selections. Throwing an interception to the Broncos (resulting in an 80yd touchdown) and missing a key tackle in the fourth quarter, the Falcons went on to lose the Super Bowl. It comes as no surprise Eugene Robinson only spent one final year playing for the Atlanta Falcons.

2. Namath's Personal Foul

On December 20, 2003, the New York Jets assembled their four decade team, honoring them during a game against the Patriots. One very well known honoree and ambassador at large for the Jets, Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Namath, added a final chapter to his legacy during a sideline interview with ESPN's Suzy Kolber.

Kolber was doing all she could to conduct a serious interview with a noticeably inebriated Joe Namath. Despite her professionalism, her attempts to keep the conversation on the topic of football proved unsuccessful. In an unforgettable foot in mouth moment, Namath confessed that he couldn't care less about the Jets' struggles, then managed to slur, "I wanna kiss you". Before the cameras were able to cut back to the booth, Namath bellowed, "Yeah!" at the top of his lungs.

Ironically, Broadway Joe had recently labeled himself as a "quality, classy quarterback". Not seen by viewers at home, this classy quarterback managed to fall flat on his face during halftime. In weeks following this scandal, Namath publicly apologized to Kolber for his bizarre behavior and admitted to having an alcohol problem, checking himself into an out patient facility.

3. The Fall of Favre

To successfully stand out in the NFL, outstanding players realize balance is key. Apparently, Brett Favre failed to receive this memo. The Minnesota Viking quarterback has all too often been faced with the dilemma of balancing the drama he's known for craving on the football field with an equivalent amount of drama off the field.

It seems fitting that when mentioning former Jet's Joe Namath's scandal, sports fans immediately associate that with recent memories of another well known former Jets quarterback. In Namath fashion, Favre relentlessly attempted to woo knockout sideline reporter, Jenn Sterger, failing miserably as well. True, Brett Favre possesses one of the most storied careers in football, but it was this married man's sex scandal that dominated headlines in 2010, complete with clever titles including, "Brett Comes Up Short" and "Sad, Old, Tired".

A Jets sideline reporter at the time and Maxim model as well, Sterger decided to pursue action against Favre's repulsive and unprofessional behavior. As the NFL investigated this scandal, Favre's professional and personal life unraveled. Once deemed one of America's most beloved quarterbacks, Favre's career and private life were now the root of constant being scrutiny and ridicule.

The only message this quarterback received in return is that even a Super Bowl champ can fumble when making a play on the ladies.

4. Super Bowl XXXVIII: Exposed

Not to be outdone by the players, Janet Jackson earned her spot on this top 5 list after exposing what instantly became the breast that was seen around the world. In their MTV produced duet performance, Janet Jackson and Justin Timberlake bared Janet's nipple during the most watched broadcast of the year, not to mention dinner hour for viewers located on the west coast.

Janet Jackson's "Wardrobe Malfunction" during Super Bowl XXXVIII's halftime show ignited a colossal amount of criticism against CBS and MTV. In the halftime shows following what has been dubbed Nipplegate, the NFL cautiously hired more conservative entertainers, subjecting crowds to a more aged group of performers such as Paul McCartney and the Who.

However, with the NFL's recent announcement that Madonna will Mike Evans Womens Jersey headline the halftime show in the 2012 Super Bowl, it's safe to assume their penance following that brief flash of chest is finally over. After Ms. Jackson's controversial performance, it seems the NFL would be wise enough to shy away from provocative performers. Hopefully, her highly prearranged contract will prevent her from vogue ing the night away sans a cone bra and singing controversial lyrics from those songs that made her famous in the first place.

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In the blink of an eye, Bill Belichick went from NFL icon to one of the most despised coaches. There's no denying the success he brought to the New England Patriots franchise, it just seems during the 2007 season Belichick, bless his cheating heart, needed a little extra help to win.

When his notorious sideline spying scandal was publicized during a press conference, he forever placed New England Patriots fans on the defensive. Also at stake was the legacy of the NFL's latest dynasty, who had won three NFL titles in four years, holding themselves up as a model organization. Not to mention the paranoia this now instilled in opposing teams Is there a Patriot spy on our facility's rooftop with long range binoculars? Are Patriot spies lurking around every corner with a video camera on hand?

As if this espionage act wasn't controversial enough, the league soon uncovered Belichick's rather extensive video library. An additional eight videos were confiscated by the NFL, leading experts to surmise that Belichick had been evading honest competition on the playing field for close to a decade.

Not only was Belichick fined a hefty $500,000 the largest ever levied against a NFL coach but the Patriots were also stripped of their first round draft www.officialbuccaneersnflauthentic.com/authentic-mike-evans-jersey.html pick in 2008. Quite a Hall of Shame performance from this Hall of Fame hopeful.

After reading a mere five of the uncountable scandals in the history of the NFL, it is sad to know a recent study revealed that 73% of children consider athletes to be their role models. Considering the NFL athletes behaviors seemingly grow less and less admirable, it is apparent the league is in dire need of an attitude adjustment.

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach, Mike Tomlin, addressed his team in 2009 during Super Bowl week referring to distractions leading up to the big game. Not having to elaborate, Tomlin's simple, four word sentence was: "Don't be the guy." Without further elaboration, it was evident what he meant by this. Don't be the guy who elicits prostitution. Don't be the guy who stays out past curfew. Don't be the guy who gets arrested. Don't be the guy who sexually harasses a woman. Don't be the guy who gets distracted during the Super Bowl game. Now, if only Tomlin's words could get through to the entire league, perhaps future sports pages will contain less social commentary and more game highlights.

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The importance of the long snapper position coupled with a lack of long snapper opportunities on NFL teams leads to a high attrition rate among long snappers. If a long snapper can't get the job done on the field flawlessly, an NFL team will move to replace the snapper with a more suitable player. As Aaron Murray Womens Jersey of July 2011, there were no guarantees in NFL contracts. A team has no further obligation to pay a player's contract once the team releases the player. This means a long snapper could end up earning much less than the league minimum if he's released before the end of the season.

FILE In this Oct. 7, 2011 file photo, President Barack Obama, left, looks towards quarterback Jim McMahon, wearing headband, as he honors the 1985 Super Bowl XX Champion Chicago Bears football team during a ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington. A group of retired NFL players says in a lawsuit that the league illegally supplied them with risky painkillers that numbed their injuries and led to medical complications. Attorney Steven Silverman says his firm filed the lawsuit Tuesday, May 20, 2014, in federal court in San Francisco. The eight named plaintiffs include Hall of Fame defensive end Richard Dent and quarterback Jim McMahon.

WASHINGTON A group of retired NFL players says in a lawsuit filed Tuesday that the league, thirsty for profits, illegally supplied them with risky Dee Ford Womens Jersey narcotics and other painkillers that numbed their injuries for games and led to medical complications down the road.

The league obtained and administered the drugs illegally, without prescriptions and without warning players of their potential side effects, to speed the return of injured players to the field and maximize profits, the lawsuit alleges. Players say they were never told about broken legs and ankles and instead were fed pills to mask the pain. One says that instead of surgery, he was given anti inflammatories and skipped practices so he could play in money making games. And others say that after years of free pills from the NFL, they retired from the league addicted to the painkillers. District Court in San Francisco, and a copy was shared with The Associated Press ahead of the filing.

The lawsuit comes on the heels of a landmark case that accused the league of concealing known risks from players' concussions. The NFL settled that case for $765 million last year. No blame was assessed and players received no punitive damages.

The drug lawsuit names eight players, including three members of the NFL champion 1985 Chicago Bears: Hall of Fame defensive end Richard Dent, offensive lineman Keith Van Horne, and quarterback Jim McMahon. Lawyers seek class action status, and they say in the filing that more than 500 other former players have www.chiefsnflofficialauthentic.com/authentic-dee-ford-jersey.html signed on to the lawsuit.

McMahon says in the lawsuit that he suffered a broken neck and ankle during his career but rather than sitting out, he received medications and was pushed back on to the field. Team doctors and trainers never told him about the injuries, according to the lawsuit.

McMahon also became addicted to painkillers, at one point taking more than 100 Percocet pills per month, even in the offseason, the lawsuit says. Team employed doctors and trainers illegally administered the drugs, the lawsuit alleges, because they didn't get prescriptions, keep records or explain side effects.

Van Horne played an entire season on a broken leg and wasn't told about the injury for five years, "during which time he was fed a constant diet of pills to deal with the pain," the lawsuit says.

Among the eight named plaintiffs, six were also plaintiffs in concussion related litigation, including McMahon and Van Horne.

The latest lawsuit seeks an injunction creating an NFL funded testing and monitoring program to help prevent addiction and injuries and disabilities related to the use of painkillers. It also seeks unspecified financial damages.

"The NFL knew of the debilitating effects of these drugs on all of its players and callously ignored the players' long term health in its obsession to return them to play," Steven Silverman, attorney for the players, said. His Baltimore firm, Silverman, Thompson, Slutkin and White, also represents former National Hockey League players in a concussion related lawsuit.

Former offensive lineman Jeremy Newberry describes lining up in the San Francisco 49ers' locker room with other players to receive powerful anti inflammatory injections in their buttocks shortly before kickoff. Newberry played for San Francisco from 1998 2006, including one season in which played in www.chiefsnflofficialauthentic.com/authentic-phillip-gaines-jersey.html every game but never practiced because of pain from his injuries, according to the lawsuit.

He retired in 2009, and because of the drugs he took while playing, Phillip Gaines Womens Jersey he now suffers from renal failure, high blood pressure and violent headaches, the lawsuit says.

The lawsuit seeks class action status for any former players who received narcotic painkillers, anti inflammatories, local anesthetics, sleeping aids or other drugs without prescription, independent diagnosis, or warning about side effects or the dangers from mixing with other drugs.

James E. Moss December 30, 2012 at age 95. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth Szuck Moss; dear father of Sandra (Raymond) Adams, Christine (Samuel Nelson) Moss, Janice (Gary) Kapps and the late Elizabeth (Jeffrey) Inman, as well as a cherished grandfather and great grandfather. Mr. Moss was a Navy veteran of WWII, a longtime employee of Bethlehem Steel Corp., as well as a lifelong member of the West Side Rowing Club. He was a longtime resident of Grand Island and a devoted parishioner of St. Church. According to his wishes, Mr. Moss' remains were donated to the University of Buffalo Medical School. A memorial service will be held at St. Stephen's at a future date in the spring.

Walter J. Hastrich , May 19, 1929 Dec. 23, 2012 Son of the late Walter G. and Bernice H. Hastrich (Koch), Walt was proceeded in death by his wife of 32 years, Mary Angela (Thornbury). Warrant Officer in NYS National Guard until 1954, Corporate Executive until retirement and long time resident of Grand Island, NY, prior to moving to Florida. Walter leaves behind three children, Carol (Strachan) Hastrich, Duane (Janet), Richard (Mary Frances), and Dea Albertson; his grandsons, Matthew, Christopher, and Duane; great grandchildren, Aiden Olivia numerous nephews nieces. Viewing Friday, Dec. 28th, 3 5 pm at, Dobies FH 7Springs Chapel, 8825 Old County Road 54, New Port Richey with services there on Saturday, Dec. 29th at 10 am. Graveside services immediately following at Grace Memorial Gardens.

William C. Sciuk , December 24, 2012, age 95, in Boca Raton, FL, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY, beloved husband of Virginia M. (Ippolito); dearest father of Elizabeth Stoklosa, David and Paula (Kenneth) Sciog; loving grandfather of Robyn Muehlbauer and three great grandchildren; son of the late Lawrence P. and the late Julia A. (Olszowy); predeceased by siblings Joseph, Genevieve, Frank and Emily; also survived by nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Sciuk was a WWII veteran and Chevy Tonawanda retiree. Private memorial to be held at a later date.

Michael E. Heftka, December 19, 2012, of Grand Island; entered into rest December 19, 2012. He was a resident of Grand Island. Husband of Nancy (Orlowski) Heftka. Father of Craig (Kellie), Jaime (Miguel) Santiago, Christopher "Scooter", Nicholas, Michael, Amanda and Adam Heftka. Grandfather of Collin and Katelyn Heftka. Son of Mary and the late Eugene Heftka. Brother of Robert (Margaret) and Brooks (Michelle) Heftka. Also survived by nieces and a nephew. Friends may call Friday 1 8 PM at the Kaiser Funeral Home 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Mr. Heftka was the Executive Director for the Wyoming County IDA. He served as Councilman on Grand Island from 1998 2001. He also taught CCD at St. Stephen's Church and helped start and run KidBiz on Grand Island.

Thomas R. Dworak Jr., December 17, 2012, age 86, of Grand Island, NY, father of Thomas Dworak, Patrick (Tracy) Dworak and Richard (Phyllis) Dworak, all of Grand Island, NY, Lesha Tiedemann, Williamsville, NY; nine grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. at ZAJAC FUNERAL HOME INC., 319 24th. St., corner of Welch Ave., Niagara Falls, NY. Mass of Christian Burial Friday, December 21 at 10:00 AM St. Stephen's Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island (EVERYONE PLEASE ASSEMBLE AT CHURCH). Burial with Military Honors in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Lewiston, NY. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250 0301.

Lee Frank Thomas, Jan. 7, 1939 December 15, 2012, age 73, of North Tonawanda, died peacefully December 15, 2012 in Niagara Hospice House. He was a resident of Grand Island, NY from 1941 1961 and attended Charlotte Sidway School. Parents were Mae and Charles. Lee was a U. S. Navy veteran. He was the owner and operator of Western Snacks for 50 years. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 1411, Amvets Post 26, the Loyal Order of Moose and the Park Athletic Club. Beloved father of Timothy Thomas of Hummelstown, PA; Randy Thomas of Clearwater, FL; and the late Linda Thomas. Grandfather of Chandler, Chelsea and and Kaylee. Brother of Jerry (Nancy) Thomas of Salisbury, CT, uncle of several nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his loving companion, Gail Burns. Friends may call at the Fretthold Funeral Home Inc., 1241 Oliver St. at Ward Rd. In lieu of flowers, memories may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute or Niagara Hospice. Eldredge, December 15, 2012, of Grand Island, husband of the late Ruth (Olsen) Eldredge; father of Karen (Thomas) Martin, Susan (Lenny) Ostrowski and Nancy Jill (Joseph) Roberts; grandfather of Michael, Christian, Karrie, Chantel, Amy, Camilla and James; also survived by 11 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild; brother of James (Martha), John (Sarah) and the late Richard (late Maryann) Eldredge. Friends may call Tuesday, December 18, 2012 from 4 7 PM followed by Memorial Services, Tuesday at 7 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The American Cancer Society . Mr. Eldredge was a WW II US Army veteran.

Linda Lee (Brune) Millar, December 14, 2012; of Grand Island; mother of Nichole (Clifton) King, Jeffrey (Erin) Millar, Amy (Andrew) Snyder and Kristin Millar, grandmother of Kaitlin and Keegen King, Caroline Millar, Logan, Luke, Levi and Lorelai Snyder, sister of William (Stephanie) Brune, friend of Dale Millar; friends may call Saturday and Sunday 2 4 7 9 PM at the Kaiser Funeral Home 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island; funeral services will be held Monday at 10 AM at St. Timothy Lutheran Church; in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Cheap NFL Jerseys Society; Linda was an employee at Frontier Science Technology.

Ronald R. Norman , December 13, 2012, age 79, of Grand Island, NY and Del Ray Beach, FL, loving father of Deborah Norman Lane, Michael Allen Norman, Lisa M. Norman and David J. Jarvis; grandfather of Michael Anthony, Airman 1st class Eric R. Norman, Trevor and Taylor Norman and Blake, Drew, Avery and Caton Jarvis; soulmate of 24 years to Lee E. Malone. The family will be present on Wednesday, Dec. 19, 2012 and Thursday, Dec. 20 from 2 4 and 7 9 PM at the (Amherst Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 5200 Sheridan Dr. (corner of Hopkins Road). Family and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service, Friday, Dec. 21 at 10 AM in the Resurrection Life Fellowship, 2145 Old Union Road, Cheektowaga, NY 14227. Please assemble at church. Stewart, December 10, 2012, of Grand Island, NY. Husband of Mary Ellen (Klingel), father of James E. Jr. (Jacqueline), Theodore William (Cyndi) and William Bruce (Heather). Also survived by nine grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Jim was the son of the late William Bruce Stewart and Betty Ann Martin, stepson of Howard L. Martin, brother of Kathleen (William) Gray, Gloria {George} Bloom and stepbrother of Virgil (Linda) Martin and Howard R.(Charlene) Martin. He was a retiree and member of Union Local 41, I. B. E. W and served four years in the United States Navy. A memorial service will be held Saturday, December 29, 2012, at the Holiday Inn, Grand Island at noon. Donations in Jim's memory may be made to Roswell Cancer Institute, Hospice or the University of Buffalo Anatomical Gift Program.

Ernest R. Gasbarro, December 8, 2012, of Grand Island, husband of 62 years of Elsie O. Gasbarro; father of Ronald, Dennis (Colleen) and David Gasbarro; grandfather of Jesse (Sarah), Eric (late Jamie) Gasbarro, Miranda (Mark) Giglio and Valerie Gasbarro; brother of Dominic Gasbarro and the late Amelia, Adam, Sue, Mary, Velma, Ida, Teddy and Liz; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Monday, December 10 from 9 10 AM with a Prayer Service, Monday at 9:30 AM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Mr. Gasbarro served in the Coast Guard during WW II, worked at Kimberly Clark in Niagara Falls and then at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center before retiring.

Kenneth A. Killian , November 30, 2012, age 98, of The Villages, FL, formerly of Grand Island, husband of 51 years of Dorothy Killian and the late Viola (Martin) Killian; father of Richard and James Killian, Dorolynn Hawks and Christine Phillips; also survived by seven grandchildren and ten great grandchildren; brother of Catherine Long of Grand Island, Raymond of Buffalo, Walter of Rochester and the late Donald Killian. A memorial service will be held on Grand Island in the spring at a time to be announced. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Villagers for Hospice, 601 Casa Bella, The Villages, Fl 32162.

Gertrude (nee Schillke) Reimann, December 8, 2012, of Grand Island, wife of the late Howard Reimann; mother of Trudy (James) O'Connor, Eric (Elizabeth) Reimann, Claire (Stephen) Royce and Timothy (Aliene) Reimann; also survived by ten grandchildren and ten great grandchildren; sister of the late Alfred Schillke, Charlotte Lascari, Margaret Williams and Ella Kellogg. A Memorial Service will be held in the spring at a time to be announced. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Habitat For Humanity, 995 Kensington Ave., Buffalo, NY 14215.

Mildred A. Weiser, died peacefully December 6, 2012 at the age of 92 under the care of Niagara Hospice. She attended Catholic schools in Buffalo, then graduated from Bryant Stratton Business School and got a job with the War Department. She married her late husband Edward G. Weiser, Jr. in 1948 and moved to Grand Island where she resided for the rest of her life. Mildred had three children, Milanne M. (Thomas) Buchholz of Stevens Point, WI, Melisse A. Weiser of North Tonawanda and Edward G. (Bonnie) Weiser III of Grand Island. She also leaves four grandchildren and six great grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews. Mildred enjoyed many eclectic pastimes during her life. She was a member of the Bridgeview Garden Club, Bell Ski Club, and exercised, and took Adult Ed classes at Grand Island High School. Millie was also an avid reader and a rabid armchair quarterback. She loved golf, the challenge of complex knitting, playing bridge, working daily crossword puzzles and cleaned like nobody else, you could ask her. After many years of riding a standard bike, she got her first ten speed at the age of 65, and traveled to France to ride with her husband and the Bell Ski Club. She traveled to many places including Mexico, Canada, Europe, and extensively in the United States. A memorial Mass will be celebrated Saturday, December 15, 2012 at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church, Grand Island. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Heritage Christian Services 349 West Commercial St. Suite 2795, East Rochester, NY 14445 or Niagara Hospice House.

Christopher Schorb, December 1, 2012, at the age of 42, beloved husband and soulmate of Heather Thomson; cherished son of Judith (nee Christopher) and Brian Schorb; dearest brother of Jodi (Danielle DeMuth) Schorb; loving son in law of Sandra Menno; dear brother in law of Scott Thomson; Friends may call on Saturday, December 8, 2012 from 3 7 PM at the (Delaware Chapel) AMIGONE FUNERAL HOME, INC. 1132 Delaware Ave. (near West Ferry St.), Buffalo, NY 14209. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, December 21st at 6 PM at the Ukrainian Cultural Center Dnipro, 562 Genesee St., Buffalo, NY 14204 (between Davis St. and Jefferson Ave.) with a Celebration of Life Party to follow. (nee Marcilliott) Oddo, November 28, 2012. Wife of the late Bart J. Oddo; mother of Richard Oddo and Sylvia (Glenn) Schultz; grandmother of Lorrie Morris and Paul Oddo and the late William Schultz; great grandmother of Brian Schultz and Rachelle Inan; great aunt of Linda (Dennis) Horan. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service at Maple Grove Cemetery, Grand Island at future day and time to be announced. Arrangements by the CARLTON A. ULLRICH FUNERAL HOME, INC

June Marie (nee Franson) Wakeley, November 21, 2012, of Grand Island, beloved wife of 57 years of John F. Wakeley; loving mother of Gail (Steven) Dixon, Barbara (Henry) Starzynski, Frank (Judith) and Donna Wakeley; cherished grandmother of Michael and Jennifer Dixon, Henry Starzynski, Jillian, Jonathan and Jaclyn Wakeley; sister of Dorothy Nelson, David (Margaret) and the late Paul Franson; daughter of the late Einar and Edith Franson; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call Saturday, November 24, 2012 from 2 4 and 7 9 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Funeral Services will be held Wholesale Jerseys Sunday, November 25 at 1 PM at St. Martin In The Fields Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Myelodyplastic Syndrome Foundation, 4573 S. Broad St., Suite 150, Yardville, NJ 08620.

Edward William Falsetti 61 of JERSEY CITY, NJ, passed away, peacefully, in his sleep at his apartment in Jersey City, NJ on November 6, 2012. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Edward S. Falsetti and the late Barbara Ann Loncto Falsetti.

Ed briefly attended Calasanctius School in Buffalo, NY, and graduated from Grand Island High School. He received a BS degree in mechanical engineering at the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1980. Ed, a Professional Engineer in NYS and several other states, worked as the HVAC Discipline Manager and lead mechanical design engineer at CSA Group, Architects and Engineers in the New York City office. Projects include the High Line Maintenance Operations Building; WWE Studios, WCBS Studios; 1440 Broadway conversion to Con Edison steam service. He was secretary of the ASHRAE New York City Chapter and a Senior Board member. Previous to that assignment he worked as an associate mechanical engineer at Buro Happold in New York City. He was Engineer of Record for the MEP design of the World Trade Center Museum Pavilion. He also worked as a senior project manager at Dagher Engineering.

Prior to his move to New York City in 2004, Ed developed his engineering skills at Mesch Engineering, Architects and Engineers, Lockport, NY. In his 30 years at Mesch, he advanced from drafting tech to the position of president. He was the project manager and principal engineer for the design of the new Niagara County Jail and upgrades for the old jail. He also was principal engineer for the design and construction of the Erie County youth detention center.

Ed had a love for sailing and belonged to the Olcott Yacht Club and served briefly as Fleet Captain. He took supreme joy in sailing one class boats like the racing 2 man dinghy 5 0 5, Shark and J 24s. He was always ready to serve as crew for others.

In addition to his father, Ed is survived by three brothers, John J. Falsetti, Guy T. Falsetti (Jill) of Lockport, NY; James S. Falsetti (Nanette), of New Fairfield, CT; and one sister, Susan C. Breloff of Lockport, NY. Ed is also survived by a stepson, Scott McIntosh of Buffalo, NY; aunts, uncles and a host of nieces and nephews; many cousins and his dear friend, Sandy Nelson.

There will be no prior visitation. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial mass on Monday, November 19th, at 10:00 AM at St. Vincent de Paul Parish at St. Leo Church, 2748 Military Rd., Niagara Falls, NY. Inurnment will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial tributes may be made to the American Heart Association or to your favorite charity. COLUCCI SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 Military Road, Niagara Falls. Obituary Courtesy of Lockport Union Sun Journal

Barry Vanderbrook, 56, of Grand Island, November 11, 2012. Husband of Lisa (Pirrone) Vanderbrook; father of Nicole (Galen) Dell, Justin, and Shawn Vanderbrook; son of Richard and Ruth Vanderbrook; brother of Alan (Beth), Karen, Donna (Chris) Antholzner, Brian (Cindy), and Jeff (Elaine) Vanderbrook; also surviving are several nieces and nephews. at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1950 Whitehaven Rd, Grand Island. from St. Parish, Grand Island.

Harold E. "Bud" Anderson of Grand Island, November 12, 2012, husband of the late Anita Ackerman Anderson; son of the late Harold and Mildred Brown Anderson; dear brother of Joyce (late Robert) Chapman, Layton (Viola), Alfred "Al" (Anita) and Gaylord (late Lovisa) Anderson; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Friends may call at D. LAWRENCE GINNANE FUNERAL HOME, 3215 Delaware Ave., Kenmore, Friday from 4 7 PM. All are invited to a funeral service at Knox United Presbyterian Church, 2595 Elmwood Ave. at Kinsey Ave., Kenmore, Saturday at 11 AM. Please assemble at church. Final resting place in Elmlawn Cemetery. Buffalo News Obituary

George B. Pollock, 91, of Largo, FL passed away on Sunday, November 11, 2012 in the Tierre Pines Center. George was born on October 8, 1921 in Lewiston, New York and moved to this area in 1987 coming from Grand Island, NY. He retired from the Plumbing Business and was a member of the Plumber Steam Fitter, Local Union 22 in Niagara Falls, NY. George served in the US Marines during WWII. He was a member of the American Legion Post 119, VFW Post 10094 both of Largo, FL, a Life Member of the DAV Post 91 in Pinellas Park, the Lockport Lodge No. 73 F AM, the Bicentennial J's Lockport No. Scottish Rite and the Shriners Lodge in Buffalo, NY. George is survived by his loving wife of 25 years Loretta J. Howard of Largo, FL, three daughters, Donna (Douglas) Johnson of WA, Colleen Yates of TN, Tamie (Jeff) Matthews of NY, an adopted daughter, Kimberly (Henry) Musgrove of NY, a stepdaughter, Shelly (Tom) Reidy of NY, three stepsons, Paul (Kim) Grande , Jon (Sue) Grande and Don (Alyson) Grande all of NY, 21 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren and a sister, Helen McCollum of NY. Memorial contributions may be offered to the Alzheimer's Association , 9365 US 19 North, Suite B, Pinellas Park, FL 33782. Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, December 1, 2012 at 10 am at the Moss Feaster Funeral Home, 13401 Indian Rocks Road, Largo, FL 33774, Ph 727 562 2080. Military Honors will follow services in Serenity Gardens Memorial Park.

Thomas P. Boyle Jr. of Grand Island, November 10, 2012, husband of Ann L. (Teschemacher) Boyle; father of Shawn (Joelle), Scott, and Brian (Tami) Boyle; grandfather of Isabella, Alayna, Easton, Brockton, Kaylee, Bryson and Brayden. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, November 15 at 10 AM from St. Stephen R. C. Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island. If desired, memorials may be made to Roswell Park Cancer Institute.

Frances L. Bonda, of Grand Island, November 6, 2012, wife of the late Michael J. Bonda; mother of Mary (Richard) Smyth, Phyllis (Stanley) Kokoszka, Charlene (Philip) Wicinski, Michele (Dennis) Bosinski, Dawn (Jerry) Magoffin; sister of the late Joseph Terrose, Teresa Menza, and Sarah Sorrento; grandmother of Susan, Shani, Ben, Michele, Christopher, Wendy, Tim, Jason, Kelly, Michael, the late Kevin and Allison. Friends may call Thursday, November 8 from 2 4 and 6 8 PM at the KAISER FUNERAL HOME, INC., 1950 Whitehaven Rd., Grand Island. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, November 9 at 10 AM from St. Church. Interment in Forest Lawn Cemetery.

Jacqueline E. (nee Parisi) Lamancuso, November 4, 2012, of Grand Island, beloved wife of 62 years of Carl Lamancuso; loving mother of Carol (Frank) Vacanti, Maria (James) Benson and Michelle Fiels; also survived by eight grandchildren and seven great grandchildren; dear sister of Maria (Joseph) Bueme, Norman (Mary) Parisi, Stephen (Becky) Parisi and the late Phyllis (survived by husband Pete) Cisero; daughter of the late Stephen and Mary Parisi. No prior visitation. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, November 7 at 10 AM at St. Stephen's Church, 2100 Baseline Rd., Grand Island.