HOKANSON - Ralph E.October 17, 1942 - October 21, 2025Of Cheektowaga, NY. Beloved husband of the late Elizabeth M. (White) Hokanson; dearest father of Ralph E. (Amie) Hokanson, Susan M. (Robert) Podkowa, Robert T. (Janine) Hokanson and David J. Hokanson; also survived by 7 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren; loving son of the late Ralph E. and Esther Hokanson; brother of the late Lois (Jack) Gladding; also survived by nieces and nephews. Family and friends will be present Wednesday, October 29, 2025 from 4-7 PM for a Celebration of Life Gathering at the CASTIGLIA FUNERAL HOME, INC., 873 Abbott Rd., South Buffalo, NY, (716) 824-6435. Please share your condolences at: www.castigliafuneralhome.com