Florence C. Zola – Age 84, Of Alden and Batavia entered eternity on Wednesday February 4th, 2015. Florence was predeceased by her husband of 54 years John F. in 2002. The proud mother of Karen (Mark) Frey of Bentley Creek, Pa. and John J. (fiance’ Susan) Zola of Batavia. Two loving grandchildren Kevin Zola of Buffalo and Tonya Smith of Batavia. Two adorable great grandchildren Kira and Kaylee. Florence is survived by her sister Rose Ruzuski of Alden. Predeceased by her parents Stephen and Catherine Czechowski. Also predeceased by siblings Stella Clark, Adele Kotas, Emily Pastazynski, Walter, Matty, Johnny and Chester Czechowski. Florence had a long successful career spanning 50 years as a clerk/secretary at Erie County home, Union Chrysler-Plymouth, Foley’s Auto Parts and the town of Alden tax collection department. She enjoyed spending time with her family, cooking (usually Polish) meals, her pets, cheering the Buffalo Bills and especially listening to and dancing to Polish music. After 13 years Florence is again finally dancing the polka with her beloved John at the ultimate Polka Party.
Family will be present at Charles Meyer Funeral Home in Alden from 4 to 8pm on Friday. A mass of Christian burial will be held at 12noon on Saturday at St. John’s Church in Alden. A reception to celebrate Florence’s life will immediately follow the burial at GDI Countryside Inn on Sandridge Road in Alden. Just north of the church.
