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Dunkirk Obituaries
Local obituaries for Dunkirk, New York
Roger K. Heyden
Nov 17, 2025
Roger K. Heyden, 79, of Dunkirk, peacefully passed away Monday evening
(November 17, 2025) surrounded by his family.
He was born November 11, 1946, in Dunkirk the son of the late Karl and
Genevieve (Johnson) Heyden. A lifelong resident of Dunkirk, Roger was a graduate
of Dunkirk High School, Erie Community College and Fredonia State University.
He was employed at Al Tech Specialty Steel, GHI...
Susan R. Lis
Nov 16, 2025
Susan Rene Lis, 61, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, November 16th, after a long and courageous battle with ovarian cancer. She is lovingly survived by her devoted husband, Carl Lis, her mother, Carol Balzer, her daughter Katelyn (Salmon) and son-in-law Brian, her son Jimmy Skrzeczkowski and daughter-in-law Holly, and her cherished grandson Logan, who brought her endless...
William A. Berkshire II
Nov 12, 2025
William A. Berkshire II, 51, of Fredonia, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. Born in Dunkirk on February 10, 1974, he was the son of the late William Berkshire I and Jean (Pierce) Scott.
A lifelong resident of the area, he graduated from Fredonia High School in 1993. Bill was known for his sense of humor, and he could...
Andrea L. Griffith
Nov 9, 2025
Andrea L. Griffith passed away on November 9, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 10, 1970, in St. Petersburg, Florida, she was the daughter of Laura (Edwards) Tryczenski and Charles Bissonette.
Andrea worked as a Licensed Practical Nurse for many years. She was a dedicated and compassionate caregiver who truly loved helping others. She will be remembered for...
William P. Pryll
Nov 7, 2025
William “Ponch” Pryll, 68, of Dunkirk, NY, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025, with his wife and children by his side.Bill was known for his love of life, his family, and his passions. More than anything, he loved spending time with his family—whether traveling together, attending concerts, or simply being at home surrounded by the people he cared about...
Deborah M. Farnham
Nov 1, 2025
Deborah M. (Ferrugia) Farnham passed away recently on November 1st, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones, after a long and courageous battle. A lifelong Dunkirk resident, Deborah was born on June 5th, 1964, the daughter of the late Thomas Ferrugia and Margaret (Ferrugia) Vento.Debbie’s favorite things in life always involved her family — her two sons, Colton and Connor, and...
Patricia Marie Lazarczyk
Oct 30, 2025
Patricia M. Lazarczyk, 76, passed to her heavenly home on Thursday, October 30, 2025 from Lymphoma. Born July 9, 1949 in Dunkirk, she was the daughter of the late William and Olga (Wyzykowski) Lazarczyk. She is survived by her brother Larry, niece Karen and nephew Robert (Amy). In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her sister -in- law...
Judith Faye Waterman
Oct 30, 2025
Judith Faye Waterman passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Thursday, October 30, 2025.
Judy was born in Dunkirk on July 9, 1941, to Florence (Palmatier) and Frederick Waterman. She grew up on Roosevelt Avenue and graduated from Dunkirk High School in 1959 and SUNY Fredonia in 1963. She taught for 32 years at Brocton Central School in different...
Joseph P. Szach
Oct 28, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Joseph P. Szach announced his passing on Tuesday, October 28th, 2025 at the age of 69.
Joe is survived by his son, Michael Szach and grandson, Jaxon of Florida, his brother Ronald (Mary Jane) Szach of Dunkirk, his sisters Linda (George) Catalano of Raleigh, NC and Cynthia Szach of Dunkirk, also several...
Robert E. Crawford
Oct 27, 2025
Robert E. Crawford passed away October 27, 2025. Born on April 7th, 1936 to the late Edward and Sarah (Bish) Crawford in Cuba, New York.
Robert leaves behind his loving wife Minnie Buckley Crawford of 64 years. whom he married on November 19, 1960.
Robert was a farm laborer for Albert VanDette Farms and lived in Cassadaga. He was an avid Yankees...
Susan M. McKinnon
Oct 23, 2025
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Susan Mary (O’Connell) McKinnon, 68,of Forestville, early Thursday morning, October 23, 2025 at Roswell Park after a brief battle with cancer.
Born on June 18, 1957 in Dunkirk, NY, Susan was the daughter of the late John (Jack) F. O’Connell and Mary Anne (Burke) Lawhead. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her...
Rev. John B. Binkiwitz, Jr.
Oct 22, 2025
Reverend John B. Binkiwitz Jr., 86, left to meet his Lord and Savior, with his family by his side on October 22, 2025. John was born on August 2, 1939 in Bridgeport, Conn.
John accepted the call into the ministry while in high school. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from Barrington College in 1963. He completed his Bachelor of...
James P. Schmidt
Oct 19, 2025
James P. Schmidt, 85, of Dunkirk, passed away on October 19, 2025 following a short illness. Jim was born at home on July 7, 1940 to Peter and Bernice Schmidt. Jim was one of five children: Ron, Norm, Carol, and Linda (Clark).
Jim was the husband of the late Carolyn Schmidt. He was also preceded by his daughter, Jennifer Schmidt, and...
Marie Salisbury
Oct 17, 2025
Marie (Pietrkiewicz) Salisbury, 55, of Fredonia, passed away following a brief illness on Friday, October 17, 2025 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester with her loving family by her side. Born in Dunkirk on November 20, 1969, she was the wife of Paul Salisbury and daughter of the late Joseph and Theresa (Bucholtz) Pietrkiewicz.
A lifelong resident of the Dunkirk and...
Louis P. Klemann
Oct 17, 2025
Louis P. Klemann, affectionately known as "Papa," 87, of Cuba, NY, passed away peacefully Friday morning, October 17, 2025 at home with his loving family by his side. Born in Salamanca, NY on March 30, 1938, he was the son of the late Vincent and Isabell (Gobel) Klemann.
Louis graduated from Randolph High School and went on to serve honorably in...
Gertrude A. Steinmetz
Oct 12, 2025
Gertrude A. Steinmetz, affectionately known as Gertie, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on October 20, 1938, Gertrude led a life characterized by her generous spirit, loving nature, and a delightful sense of humor.
A devoted homemaker, Gertie found immense joy in nurturing her family. She especially cherished the time spent with her grandchildren...
Carl O. Brandt
Oct 11, 2025
Carl O. Brandt, 70, of Dunkirk, passed away Saturday evening, October 11, 2025 at Brooks Memorial Hospital with his loving family by his side. Born in Dunkirk on August 27, 1955, he was the husband of Deborah (Flahaven) Brandt and son of the late Donald and Kathryn (Ogden) Brandt.
Carl dedicated 38 years to serving as a professional firefighter for the...
Pamela B. Cooper
Oct 10, 2025
Pamela B. Cooper, 68, formally of Dunkirk NY, residing in Wilmington North Carolina, passed away peacefully along with family by her side at Duke University Hospital on October 10,2025. Born in Dunkirk, New York, on August 18, 1957, she was the daughter of the late Samuel L. Cooper and Thelma Cooper. A graduate of Dunkirk Senior High School, while completing...
Patricia J. Rose
Oct 7, 2025
Patricia J. (Gens) Rose, 77, of Dunkirk, passed away Tuesday evening, October 7, 2025 at home with her loving husband by her side. Born in Gowanda, NY on March 1, 1948, she was the wife of John Rose and daughter of Lester and Agnes (O'Brien) Gens.
Patricia graduated from Dunkirk High School and went on to attend SUNY Fredonia. She worked...
Angel L. Pagan, Sr.
Sep 27, 2025
Angel L. Pagan, Sr., 81, of Dunkirk, passed away suddenly Saturday morning, September 27, 2025 at home. Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico on June 18, 1944, he was the son of the late Flores and Francisca (Torres) Pagan.
He dedicated many years of his life to serving as a truck driver for the Erie County Highway Department, a role he held...
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