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Dunkirk Obituaries
Local obituaries for Dunkirk, New York
Brian E. Pitts Jr.
Jun 28, 2025
Brian E. Pitts Jr. of Bradish Street in Fredonia sadly passed away the 28th day of June 2025, at Buffalo General Hospital following a massive stroke.
Born on December 10, 1968, son of Dolores "Lorrie" (Ludemann) Pitts of Fredonia, and the late Brian E. Pitts, Sr. Also survived by daughters Kelsey and Abbey Pitts of Dunkirk; aunts, uncles, cousins and many...
Krissy L. DeMonte
Jun 20, 2025
Krissy L. DeMonte, 48, of Fredonia, passed away Friday, June 20, 2025. Born in Dunkirk on May 11, 1977, daughter of Cindy (Ferrugia) DeMonte and the late David T. DeMonte.
Krissy graduated from Fredonia High School in 1995, she furthered her education at Fredonia State University by earning a Bachelor's degree in Science and Healthcare Administration in 1999. She spent over...
Austin J. Ginley, Jr.
Jun 19, 2025
Austin J. “Ozz” Ginley Jr., 82, passed away unexpectedly on June 19, 2025, in his hometown of Dunkirk, NY.
Born on January 10, 1943, to the late Austin and Lillian Ginley, Ozz was a proud lifelong resident of Dunkirk. He graduated from Dunkirk High School and later attended Fredonia State University. From 1962 to 1968, he honorably served in the United...
John P. Green
Jun 17, 2025
John P. Green, 68, of Fredonia, passed away peacefully following a courageous battle with cancer Tuesday evening, June 17, 2025 with his loving family by his side. Born in Dunkirk on January 19, 1957, husband of Elizabeth (Sevola) Green, and son of the late Ernest and Marilyn (Patton) Green.
A graduate of Fredonia High School, Class of 1975, John furthered his...
Irene H. Mastrelli
Jun 16, 2025
Irene H. (Eklum) Mastrelli, 68, of Dunkirk, passed away Monday morning, June 16, 2025, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Dunkirk on July 4, 1956, wife of Salvatore Mastrelli and daughter of the late William and Letha (Stone) Eklum.
A lifelong resident of Dunkirk, Irene graduated from Dunkirk High School; Class of 1975. Following high school, she attended Jamestown...
Rhonda J. Daminski
Jun 7, 2025
Rhonda J. Daminski, 55, of Dunkirk, NY, passed away on June 7, 2025, after a courageous and
dignified battle with cancer. She was surrounded by the love of her family, including her loving
companion, Don E. Clement.
Born in 1969, Rhonda was a resident of Dunkirk and a proud member of Blessed Mary Angela
Parish. Her deep faith, generosity, and vibrant spirit were guiding...
Harold F. Guaraglia
May 25, 2025
Harold Guaraglia, 79, of Dunkirk, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2025. He is survived by his wife Marilyn (Lazarony) Guaraglia; two sons, Jay and Marc (Rachel) Guaraglia; two grandchildren, Danielle and Allie Guaraglia; one great-granddaughter, Ariah Guaraglia; all of Billings, Montana. He is also survived by one stepdaughter, Kia (Robert) Briggs and two step grandchildren, Robert "RJ" and Mila...
David A. San George
May 21, 2025
David Andrew San George, beloved husband of the late Kathleen “Kay” Christy San George, passed away at the age of 82 on May 21, 2025. David was the son of the late Anthony and Stella (Smith) San George of Dunkirk, New York.
He is survived by his loving children, David A. San George Jr. of Palm City, FL, Jeff San George...
Janet H Luczkowiak
May 17, 2025
JANET H. LUCZKOWIAK
Janet H. Luczkowiak, 90, of Fredonia, passed away Saturday May 17, 2025, at Brooks Memorial Hospital.
Born January 30, 1935, in Dunkirk daughter of the late William Hunt and Lauralee (Buck) Hunt Nasca.
A graduate of Fredonia State College in 1956 with a BA in Education. Janet is a long time member of the Laona Community Church.
Surviving are her children,...
Wanda R. Gonzalez
Apr 20, 2025
Wanda R. (Bane) Gonzalez, 63, of Dunkirk, passed away suddenly Sunday afternoon, April 20, 2025 at Brooks Memorial Hospital with her loving family by her side. Born in Jamestown, NY on November 16, 1961, daughter of the late Fred A. "Bazz" Bane Sr. and Cynthia A. (Hotchkiss) Fischer.
A graduate of Forestville High School, Wanda dedicated many years of her career...
Mollie C. Greder-Staley
Apr 18, 2025
Mollie Colette (nee Greder) Staley passed away peacefully April 18, 2025, at the age of 73, on a warm
Good Friday evening at Mercy Hospital, surrounded by loved ones, after a brief but hard-fought illness.
Born on May 15, 1951, in Dunkirk, Mollie was the beloved daughter of Catherine (Miller) and Edward
J. Greder, Jr., and resided in Dunkirk most of her life....
Darlene S. Leverenz
Apr 17, 2025
Darlene S. (DeGolier) Leverenz, 72, of Dunkirk, passed away Thursday evening, April 17, 2025 at the Absolut Care of Dunkirk. Born in Dunkirk on October 10, 1952, daughter of the late Roy T. DeGolier, Jr. and Edna (Galafaro) DeGolier.
Darlene was a proud graduate of Dunkirk High School, class of 1971. Her journey into the working world led her to become...
Luis Manuel Vega
Apr 10, 2025
It is with the deepest sorrow and love that we announce the passing of Luis M. Vega, who departed this life at the age of 79 on April 10, 2025 surrounded by his beloved family.
A man of unwavering faith and devotion to God, Luis walked through his life with love, kindness, and humility. His quiet strength and gentle spirit touched...
Paula Kay Malkowski
Apr 8, 2025
Paula K. (Rossotto) Malkowski, 69, of Dunkirk, passed away suddenly, Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at home. Born in Dunkirk on July 3, 1955, wife of the late Donald J. Malkowski, Jr. and daughter of the late Frank and Josephine Rossotto.
A lifelong Dunkirk resident, Paula attended Dunkirk High School and graduated in 1974. Paula dedicated many years of her life as...
Petra M. Valentin Rodriguez
Apr 6, 2025
Petra M. Valentin Rodriguez, 74, of Dunkirk, passed away Sunday afternoon, April 6, 2025 at home with her loving family by her side. Born in Hormigueros, Puerto Rico on August 1, 1950, daughter of the late Ofelio Valentin and Ramona Rodriguez.
Survivors include her children Lissette (Nico Parra) Rivera, Carmen (Ruben) Rivera, Maria (Jose) Rivera, Moraima Rivera, and Viviana (Carlos) Arroyo;...
Arlene P. Williams
Apr 5, 2025
Arlene P. (Bialaszewski) Williams, 85, of Dunkirk, passed away suddenly Saturday morning, April 5, 2025 at Brooks Memorial Hospital. Born in Dunkirk on December 2, 1939, wife of the late Donald J. Williams, Sr. and daughter of the late Felix and Helen (Grupa) Bialaszewski.
A proud graduate of Dunkirk High School, class of 1957. Arlene went on to serve an impressive...
Marvin A. Waterman, Jr.
Apr 5, 2025
Marvin A. “Butch” Waterman Jr., age 65, passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 5,
2025 at home. Born in Dunkirk on September 4, 1959, he was the husband of the late Sheila “Shelly”
(Smith) Waterman.
He is survived by his children Ashley (Waterman) Beardsley, Jacob
Kelley, Olivia Waterman, Jade Waterman, and Megan Waterman, his sister Pat
(Waterman) Miller, and his brother Jim Waterman.
Butch loved his...
Joan A. Haas
Apr 4, 2025
Joan A. (Hennessey) Haas, 87, of Fredonia, passed away Friday morning, April 4, 2025 at UPMC Hamot in Erie, PA. Born in Dunkirk on June 24, 1937, wife of the late Donald W. Haas and daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Hinckley) Hennessey.
Joan graduated from Dunkirk High School in 1955. On August, 16, 1958, she married Married Donald Walter...
Kevin J. Baize
Apr 3, 2025
Kevin J. Baize, 65, of Dunkirk, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025 at Erie County Medical Center in Buffalo. Born on May 2, 1959 in Buffalo, NY, son of the late George and Alice (Marshall) Baize. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home. Interment will be held in private.
Barbara E. Guyett
Mar 27, 2025
Barbara E. Guyett (Jaeger) of Fredonia, NY, passed away unexpectedly on March 27, 2025 at the age of 85. Barbara was born on July 5, 1939 in Buffalo, NY where she formerly and proudly lived the majority of her life. She is the daughter of the late Frank and Juliana Jaeger.Barbara is survived by her daughter Maria Lincoln (Lucas Mahoney),...
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