Martha A. Kalinowski

(June 17, 1940 – December 23, 2023)

Kalinowski – Martha A. of Holland, NY, passed away after 83 years of life. Beloved, devoted wife of 12 years to the late Alfred M. Kalinowski. Daughter of the late William J. and Alice (nee Schatzel) Kwitowski.

Loving sister of the late William W. “Billy” Kwitowski. Especially close second cousin of Norman and Darren Woronowski; also survived by many other cousins, nieces and nephews. Family will be present to receive friends on Wednesday from 10Am -12Pm followed by funeral services at the WOOD FUNERAL HOME ,

784 Main St. East Aurora. Interment to follow at Lancaster Rural Cemetery. Martha was a very active gal while growing up. Throughout the years her parents operated (3) different businesses here in Western New York. A tavern in Depew, the “Kwitowski’s Delicatessen” in West Seneca and lastly a small farm in Franklinville. During those years Martha was very active in the Erie County 4-H (Lancaster Lucky 4 Leaves Club) as a member, exhibitor, article writer, judge and leader. Martha also had interests in Beautician Practices. Lastly, she worked at Moog Inc. while attending Canisius College. Martha then left Moog to care for her Mother and Brother. A lifetime Roman Catholic, she was a parishioner at St. Mary’s in Lancaster and then St. Joseph in Holland. Martha was a fiercely independent gal and loved her adventures and days with Alfred and Billy. She will be greatly missed. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, contributions may be made to the Colden Volunteer Fire Company. Online condolences may be offered at

www.woodfh.com