Timothy A. Call

Timothy A. Call passed away on October 13, 2026, at the age of 79. Born on February 11, 1947, in Niagara Falls, New York, he was the son of Robert Olin Call and Patricia Faye Dechow and the step-son of Clarence Dechow.

A beloved son, brother, and uncle, Tim lived in Niagara Falls, Wilson, Mount Morris, and East Aurora, New York. Among all the places he called home, Cazenovia Street Group Home in East Aurora held a special place in his life. There, he enjoyed almost 20 years of love, friendship, and joy among people who became like family.

Due to an injury Tim lived with intellectual disabilities and epilepsy. Although his life brought many challenges, he rarely complained, and his positive attitude and ready smile made people happy. Whenever someone asked, “How are you doing, Tim?” His answer was always, “Real good.” He liked to say, “I’m a lover, not a fighter,” and would proudly explain that his hair hadn’t turned gray because he never worried.

Tim enjoyed good food, especially desserts, with chocolate-covered cordial cherries being a particular favorite. He had a remarkable memory for song lyrics and historical facts, and loved telling the story of the sinking of the Bismarck. His nieces and nephews especially remember how excited and animated he became when he recited “The Night Before Christmas” from memory every Christmas Eve.

Tim was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, David Call.

He is survived by his brother, Mark Call (Michelle); his sister, Elizabeth Marks (David); his sister-in-law, Katy Call; and his eight nieces and nephews, Jeffery Call, Michael Call, Kimberley Reed, Jenine Diers, Jessica Browning, Jonathan Marks, Jennifer Justus, and Jason Marks.

His family extends heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Cazenovia Street Group Home, for the warmth, care, and friendship that made his years there so happy.