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Dunkirk Obituaries
Local obituaries for Dunkirk, New York
Carmen Torres Hernandez
October 23, 2026
Carmen M. Torres Hernandez, 80, of Dunkirk, passed away peacefully Friday evening, October 23, 2026. She was born in Orocovis, Puerto Rico on December 2, 1945, she was the daughter Ramon Torres and Edith Hernandez.
Carmen was a school Teacher at S.U. Federico Degetau in Barranquitas, Puerto Rico for many years until her retirement.
She had a love for flowers and always...
Barbara L. Johnson
October 17, 2026
Barbara L. Johnson, 97, of Jamestown, NY, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Barbara was born on October 15, 1929, in Jamestown, NY, to the late Edgar and Isabelle Keifer. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, Milton G. Johnson; her brothers, Fred and Dennis Keifer;...
Diana J. Turk
October 17, 2026
Diana Joyce (Brinkman) Turk, 84, of Forestville, NY passed away on October 17, 2026. She was born on June 28, 1942 to Walter and Helen (Brocksopp) Brinkman. She was a member of the Dunkirk High School Class of 1960.
Diana had a way of staying busy and involved. She worked at different cashier jobs. She ran a craft business called “Knots...
Ronald S. Trezenski
October 12, 2026
Ronald “Bobo" S. Trezenski passed away peacefully after a remarkable 90 years. Born in Dunkirk in April 1936, Ronald was a near-lifelong resident of the community before moving to Largo, Florida, in 2020.
After serving in the United States Army in Chicago, Ronald returned to Dunkirk and started his career at True Temper. Back home, he met Diane A. Majak, the...
Judith A. Frazier
October 8, 2026
Judith A. Frazier 79, passed away at Brooks Memorial Hospital in Dunkirk on Thursday, October 8th 2026 after a brief illness. The daughter of the late Philip and Dorothy DePasquale, Judith was born March 7th, 1947 in Dunkirk NY. She attended Dunkirk High School and went on to graduate Beauty School in Buffalo before opening Judy's Beauty Salon in Dunkirk....
James M. Schnarrs, Sr.
October 8, 2026
James M. Schnarrs Sr, 82, of Dunkirk, passed away suddenly following a long illness at home on Thursday, October 8, 2026. He was born in Niagara Falls, NY on October 5, 1944, son of the late Bud and Hilda (May) Schnarrs.
James worked at Mount St. Mary’s Hospital in Lewiston, NY, for 38 years. In his free time, he enjoyed hunting...
John F. Taddio
September 30, 2026
John F. Taddio (EDO), 78, of Dunkirk, NY passed away after a short illness on Wednesday, September 30th, 2026. Born in Dunkirk on April 26th, 1948, he was the beloved husband of Rosemary (Muffoletto) Taddio and son of the late Clara (Ippolito) and Anthony (EDO) Taddio.
John was a graduate of Cardinal Mindszenty Class of 1966. He is survived by his...
Dr. Peter D. Olenen
September 29, 2026
Dr. Peter Dmytri Olenen, 76, a resident of the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and formerly of Fredonia and Westtown, New York, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2026 after a long illness.
Born on November 1, 1949, at Beth Israel Hospital in Manhattan, New York, Peter was the son of the late Nicholas Olenen and Melanie Sawitsky. From an early...
Robert J. Debeck
September 25, 2026
Robert J. Debeck, 85, of Dunkirk, passed away Friday evening, September 25, 2026 at the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab Center. Born in Dunkirk on January 2, 1941, he was the son of the late Joseph and Belle (Sosinksi) Debeck.
A lifelong resident of Dunkirk, Robert graduated from Dunkirk High School and went on to honorably serve in the United States Army...
Helen Jane Falco
September 20, 2026
The family of Helen Jane (Houghtaling) Falco is deeply saddened to announce her peaceful passing on September 20, 2026. Born on November 27, 1947, in Dunkirk, NY, she was a beloved daughter of the late John and Gertrude (Feser) Houghtaling and a proud graduate of Dunkirk High School, Class of 1965.
A lifelong resident of Dunkirk, Helen held various positions across...
Harold D. Burns
September 20, 2026
Harold D. Burns passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2026.
He was born in Dunkirk, NY on June 28, 1968 to his parents Milton and Nina Burns and raised by his grandparents Harold and Irene Brinck.
He was preceded in death by his wife Mildred Allende Burns.
He enjoyed hunting , fishing and spending time with his friends and family.
He is survived by...
James A. Ryczko
September 15, 2026
James A. Ryczko, 76, of Dunkirk, passed away on Tuesday, September 15, 2026. Born in Dunkirk on October 21, 1949, he was the son of the late Anthony and Mary (Bresolin) Ryczko.
A lifelong resident of Dunkirk, James graduated from Dunkirk High School in 1967. He dedicated 40 years working as a production worker at Dunkirk Radiator before his retirement. He...
Michael F. McCarthy
September 13, 2026
Michael F. "Mac" McCarthy, 66, of Dunkirk, passed away at Buffalo General Hospital on Sunday, September 13, 2026 following an extended illness. Born in Albany, NY on February 10, 1960, he was the son of the late Thomas E. McCarthy and Marie (Andrews) Stuhlmiller.
Michael graduated from Dunkirk High School in 1978. Following high school, Michael began his career with Red...
William R. Gage
September 12, 2026
William R. Gage, 84, of Dunkirk, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at the Dunkirk Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Born in Dunkirk on December 31, 1941, he was the son of the late Donald and Audrey (Conradt) Gage. Funeral services wIll be held in private at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are by R. Michael Mackowiak III; McGraw-Kowal...
Debra Ann Jenkins
September 12, 2026
Debra Ann Jenkins, 73, of Dunkirk, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab Center. Born in Falls Church, VA, she was the wife of Thomas K. Boehm and daughter of John and Dolores (Simmons) Jenkins. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by the McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home; 736 Central Avenue, Dunkirk, NY.
Allan Duane Sprague
September 12, 2026
Allan Duane Sprague, age 70, of Sheridan, New York passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026. He was born on November 19, 1955 in Dunkirk to Neil and Phyllis Sprague.Allan will be remembered for his humor, strength, and generosity, as well as his dedication to his family and his faith. He was an outdoorsman , avid hunter, and enjoyed rugby,...
Fautina V. Solares
September 7, 2026
Fautina V. Solares, 96, peacefully passed away on September 7, 2026. Born to Ramon and Julia (Soto) Vargas on August 7, 1930 in Rincon, Puerto Rico.
In 1951, she married Efrain Solares-Rivera, and wanting a better life, they settled in Dunkirk. Fautina, a homemaker, raised her four children, Frank Solares of North Carolina, Pedro Solares of Dunkirk, Mary Solares-Rosario of Fredonia,...
Eugenie M. Briggs
September 6, 2026
Eugenie M. Briggs, age 88, of Fredonia passed away Sunday, September 6, 2026, at Buffalo General Hospital after an extended illness. She was the daughter of Clay and Alice Buenzli.
Janie graduated from Olympia High School, Olympia, WA class of 1956. After high school she worked as a civilian employee for the Department of the Army at Ft. Lewis, WA. It...
Debra L. Heintzman
August 25, 2026
Debra Lynn (Cheatham) Heintzman, 71, of Sinclairville, passed away Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at St. Vincent's Hospital in Erie, PA, after a long illness with her friend by her side. Born in Moundsville, WV, to her parents Joseph and Mildred (Hall) Cheatham.
Debbie attended John Marshall High School in Glenn Dale, WV. She began taking piano lessons at a young age...
Dennis P. Swingle
August 24, 2026
Dennis P. Swingle, 75, of Dunkirk, passed away Monday, August 24, 2026 at Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital in Amherst, NY. Born in Dunkirk on July 16, 1951, he was the son of the late Donald R. Swingle Sr. and Angeline (Paternosh) Swingle.
A lifelong resident of Dunkirk, Dennis attended Dunkirk High School. He had a lifelong passion for cars and took...
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