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Joseph Pelfrey Obituary

Joseph A. Pelfrey, Sr., of Niagara Falls, NY, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2008 Schoellkopf Health Center. He was born in Moline, IL on June 23, 1972, the son of Dianne (Paul) (Pelfrey) Bush and the late Arthur Cunningham.Joe loved spending time with his family and friends. He was like a peace maker and had the gift of gab. He enjoyed making everyone laugh, listening to music, playing Bones and attending BBQ's.Besides his mother and step-father; Joe is survived by his wife, Tina (Mylar) Pelfrey; his children, Lisa, Joseph, Joe, Jr., Evan, Sierra, Rianna, Randi (his little peanuts) Pelfrey and Regina Riley; his siblings, Daniel Pelfrey, Tanya "Onion" Pelfrey, Kristi (Henry B.) King and Mark Pelfrey; grandfather of Marquis and Trevon Donaldson, Tamaria Rose and Ma'siah Porter; and longtime companion, Jennifer Hall; he is was survived by many aunts, uncles nieces and nephews. Joe was the father of the late Terrence Pelfrey.The family will be present at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 1124 Ontario Ave., Niagara Falls, NY, from 10-12:00 PM on Tuesday, where funeral service will be held at 12:00 PM, with the Rev. Washington. Interment in Niagara Falls Memorial Park Cemetery, Lewiston, NY.Visit www.rhoneyfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Nov. 29 to Dec. 1, 2008.

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Sierra

October 29, 2025

Miss you dad

Brenda Wyno

November 30, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss of Joe. Praying that God comforts you and gives you the strength you need in the days ahead.

Cindy Rosengrant

November 30, 2008

Tanya I so very sorry for your loss I know its was a hard road for you and Mom Just know You and All the family is in my prayers. Love You Guys

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