With hearts full of love and sorrow, we announce the passing of Michelle Kay Vesneske, who left this world far too soon on June 24, 2025, at Oishei Children’s Hospital in Buffalo, New York. Born just weeks earlier on May 31, 2025, Michelle was the cherished daughter of Amanda E. Taggart and Terry L. Vesneske, Jr.
Though her time with us was brief, Michelle’s presence brought immeasurable joy, hope, and love to her family. Her tiny hands and gentle spirit touched the hearts of all who met her, and her memory will forever be held close by those who awaited her arrival with such anticipation and love. Michelle was a fighter, and her family’s strong little champion. She loved to kick and enjoyed being sung to by her parents.
In addition to her devoted parents, Amanda and Terry, Michelle is survived by her siblings, Steven Taggart, Cole Boettcher, and Hunter Taggart; her maternal grandfather, Greg Taggart, and paternal grandfather, Terry L. Vesneske, Sr.; her aunts, Brianna LoBocchario and Lisa Vesneske, her cousin, Corey, as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins and a circle of loving family and friends who will carry her memory in their hearts always. She was predeceased by her maternal Michelle Casillo, and her paternal grandmother, Phyllis Kay Vesneske.
Though her life was short, Michelle’s impact is everlasting. She will be deeply missed and forever loved.
A Celebration of Michelle’s Life will be held by the family at a future date. Arrangements by M.J. Colucci & Son Niagara Funeral Chapel. Visit mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online condolences.
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