Welcome to the world of union sun obituaries, a unique and often overlooked aspect of the funeral industry. This practice involves the creation and distribution of obituaries for individuals who have passed away, but whose families have chosen not to have a traditional funeral service. These obituaries serve as a way to commemorate the life of the deceased and provide information about the funeral arrangements, often offering a sense of closure and peace to those left behind.
The concept of union sun in this context refers to the idea of bringing together the various elements of a person's life, their union with the world around them, and the sun as a symbol of life and energy. This metaphorical approach adds a layer of depth and meaning to the obituaries, allowing for a more personalized and meaningful tribute.
One of the key benefits of this practice is the underlining of the deceased's legacy and impact on their community. By providing a detailed account of their life, achievements, and contributions, these obituaries ensure that their memory lives on and inspires others. This can be particularly valuable for those who may not have had the opportunity to say goodbye or express their grief in a traditional manner.
Diane E. Hemmer Obituary | 1932 - 2017 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A somber photograph of a family gathering at a cemetery, the sun setting behind them, casting a warm glow. The image evokes a sense of loss and the passage of time, with the union sun in the background symbolizing the unity of the deceased's legacy.
Ann Marie Moje Obituary | 1954 - 2025 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
An old, faded newspaper with a headline 'Obituary: A Life Remembered' displayed on a table. The paper shows a yellowed, aged sun in the corner, symbolizing the passing of time and the final farewell to a loved one.
Virginia D. Horanburg Obituary | 1926 - 2018 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A close-up of a hand holding a yellowed, delicate sun-shaped locket, with a tear rolling down the finger. The image captures the emotional impact of loss, with the sun-shaped locket serving as a memento of the deceased's life.
Frances M. Jeffery Obituary | 2025 - 2025 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A vibrant, colorful sunset over a city skyline, with the word 'Obituaries' in bold, black letters at the bottom. The image contrasts the beauty of nature with the somber reminder of mortality, creating a powerful visual statement.
Theresa L. Pierce Obituary | 1938 - 2020 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A black-and-white photograph of a couple, their faces filled with grief, standing in front of a large, open window. The sun's rays shine through, creating a soft, ethereal light, symbolizing the enduring love and memory of the deceased.
Nicholas Converso Obituary | 1929 - 2020 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A series of black-and-white photographs of various obituaries from different newspapers, arranged in a grid. The sun's rays peek through the pages, highlighting the words 'Remembered' and 'Legacy' in each obituary, emphasizing the impact of the deceased's life.
Jean Kneeppel Obituary | 1932 - 2021 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A single, solitary sun-shaped candle burning in a dark room, its flame flickering. The image represents the warmth and light that the deceased brought to the world, now a memory, leaving only the flickering flame.
Glenn E. Tall Obituary | 1952 - 2021 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A painting of a vibrant, abstract sun, with swirling colors and a sense of movement. The painting is titled 'Eternal Legacy', and it captures the idea of the deceased's spirit living on through their impact on others.
Nancy L. (Palia) Bass Obituary | 2025 - 2025 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A photograph of a community garden, with sunflowers growing tall and vibrant. The image is titled 'A Garden of Memories', symbolizing the growth and beauty that the deceased inspired, even in death.
Georgia L. Benton Obituary | 1926 - 2020 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A close-up of a hand holding a yellowed, delicate sun-shaped locket, with a tear rolling down the finger. The image captures the emotional impact of loss, with the locket serving as a memento of the deceased's life.
Donald Stewart Durow Obituary | 1936 - 2019 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A black-and-white photograph of a city street, with a solitary sun-shaped streetlight shining through the fog. The image evokes a sense of loneliness and the passage of time, with the sunlight symbolizing the memory of the deceased.
Jean N. Koenig Obituary | 1929 - 2016 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A vibrant, colorful sunset over a city skyline, with the word 'Obituaries' in bold, black letters at the bottom. The image contrasts the beauty of nature with the somber reminder of mortality, creating a powerful visual statement.
David F. Fraass, Sr. Obituary | 1937 - 2019 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A series of black-and-white photographs of various obituaries from different newspapers, arranged in a grid. The sun's rays peek through the pages, highlighting the words 'Remembered' and 'Legacy' in each obituary, emphasizing the impact of the deceased's life.
Janice Holzman Spedding Obituary | 2025 - 2025 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A black-and-white photograph of a couple, their faces filled with grief, standing in front of a large, open window. The sun's rays shine through, creating a soft, ethereal light, symbolizing the enduring love and memory of the deceased.
Lois A. Walck Obituary | 1937 - 2020 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A photograph of a family gathering at a cemetery, the sun setting behind them, casting a warm glow. The image evokes a sense of loss and the passage of time, with the union sun in the background symbolizing the unity of the deceased's legacy.
Norman S. Orzel Obituary | 1944 - 2023 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A close-up of a hand holding a yellowed, delicate sun-shaped locket, with a tear rolling down the finger. The image captures the emotional impact of loss, with the locket serving as a memento of the deceased's life.
Ronald Magolis Obituary | 1937 - 2016 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A black-and-white photograph of a solitary sun-shaped sculpture in a park, its shadow stretching across the ground. The image symbolizes the enduring memory of the deceased, a lasting tribute in a public space.
Edward John Smith Obituary | 1935 - 2019 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A photograph of a community garden, with sunflowers growing tall and vibrant. The image is titled 'A Garden of Memories', symbolizing the growth and beauty that the deceased inspired, even in death.
Martin B. Hickey Obituary | 1935 - 2020 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A close-up of a hand holding a yellowed, delicate sun-shaped locket, with a tear rolling down the finger. The image captures the emotional impact of loss, with the locket serving as a memento of the deceased's life.
Shirley C. Tolli Obituary | 1932 - 2016 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A black-and-white photograph of a city street, with a solitary sun-shaped streetlight shining through the fog. The image evokes a sense of loneliness and the passage of time, with the sunlight symbolizing the memory of the deceased.
Esther M. Prudden Obituary | 1916 - 2017 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A vibrant, colorful sunset over a city skyline, with the word 'Obituaries' in bold, black letters at the bottom. The image contrasts the beauty of nature with the somber reminder of mortality, creating a powerful visual statement.
Gladys E. Pease Obituary | 1932 - 2017 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A series of black-and-white photographs of various obituaries from different newspapers, arranged in a grid. The sun's rays peek through the pages, highlighting the words 'Remembered' and 'Legacy' in each obituary, emphasizing the impact of the deceased's life.
John A. Assimotos Obituary | 1921 - 2015 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A black-and-white photograph of a couple, their faces filled with grief, standing in front of a large, open window. The sun's rays shine through, creating a soft, ethereal light, symbolizing the enduring love and memory of the deceased.
Ronald Kenyon Hall Obituary | 2025 - 1935 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A photograph of a family gathering at a cemetery, the sun setting behind them, casting a warm glow. The image evokes a sense of loss and the passage of time, with the union sun in the background symbolizing the unity of the deceased's legacy.
Lynda J. McSpadden Obituary | 1952 - 2016 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A close-up of a hand holding a yellowed, delicate sun-shaped locket, with a tear rolling down the finger. The image captures the emotional impact of loss, with the locket serving as a memento of the deceased's life.
William D. Britt Obituary | 1937 - 2019 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A black-and-white photograph of a solitary sun-shaped sculpture in a park, its shadow stretching across the ground. The image symbolizes the enduring memory of the deceased, a lasting tribute in a public space.
Herbert R. Confer Obituary | 1928 - 2018 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A photograph of a community garden, with sunflowers growing tall and vibrant. The image is titled 'A Garden of Memories', symbolizing the growth and beauty that the deceased inspired, even in death.
F. Joan Summers Obituary | 1942 - 2021 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A close-up of a hand holding a yellowed, delicate sun-shaped locket, with a tear rolling down the finger. The image captures the emotional impact of loss, with the locket serving as a memento of the deceased's life.
Diane F. Britt Obituary | 1947 - 2017 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
A black-and-white photograph of a city street, with a solitary sun-shaped streetlight shining through the fog. The image evokes a sense of loneliness and the passage of time, with the sunlight symbolizing the memory of the deceased.
Josephine Ann Guay Obituary | 1929 - 2021 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Doris E. Winter Obituary | 1925 - 2022 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Mary M. Zunner Obituary | 1920 - 2017 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Richard F. Gardner Obituary | 1943 - 2017 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Joseph Reynolds, Sr. Obituary | 1957 - 2017 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Marion M. Strubing Obituary | 1917 - 2025 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Keith Jesella Obituary | 2025 - 2025 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Dennis R. Reeb Obituary | 1955 - 2016 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Felix Reale Obituary | 1926 - 2019 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Samuel L. Turco Obituary | 2025 - 2025 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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James M. Hoysradt Obituary | 1939 - 2020 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Daniel H. Hamann Obituary | 1939 - 2019 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Barbara J. Parada Obituary | 1937 - 2019 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Catherine L. Buczkowski Obituary | 1922 - 2017 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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Lisa Ann Rhoat Obituary | 1963 - 2012 | Lockport Union Sun Journal
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