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F. Kevin Standing

Kevin Standing, 74, of Dunkirk, New York, passed away Thursday January 23, 2025. Kevin was born in 1950 in Stanford, Connecticut. He resided there until the 1990s, at which point he relocated to Pennsylvania for his career. Eventually, he settled into his dream home on the lake in Dunkirk, ...

Gerald James “Jim” Dengler

Gerald James “Jim” Dengler passed away on Dec. 13, 2024 at age 90. James was the loving husband of Joyce Grace (Hart) Dengler (deceased), the father of Mary (William) Dengler-Frey of Durango, CO, Paul (Gina) Dengler of Lehigh Acres, FL, Kurt Dengler of Bel Air, Maryland, Matthew (Patricia) ...

Shirley A. Kota

Shirley A. Kota, 90, of Gowanda passed away surrounded by family Thursday, Jan. 23, 2025. Born at home in Leon on a surprisingly blustery day Oct. 29, 1934 one of nine children born to Elliott and Mary Catherine (Wells) Ellis. Shirley married Edward Kota on Nov. 19, 1955 at St. Joseph’s ...

Robert A. Groesch

Robert A. Groesch died peacefully with family by his side Jan. 20, 2025. Born Nov. 18, 1931, he lived a long 93 years in the Dunkirk/Fredonia area. Born in Dunkirk to Mabel Michalske and Andrew Groesch, he attended St Mary’s School and graduated from Dunkirk High School. Robert continued his ...

Larson E. Olsen

Larson E. Olsen 69, of Forestville, died Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025 at his residence with his daughter and granddaughter by his side. He was born in Buffalo on July 1, 1955, the son of the late Harry and Margaret (Sugg) Olsen Sr. Larson was a graduate of Forestville Central School, Class of ...

Raymond R. Brewster

Raymond R. Brewster, 89, a resident of Gowanda Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, formerly of Forestville, died Sunday, Jan. 19, 2025 at his residence. He was born in Buffalo on Feb. 25, 1935, the son of the late Raymond and Eleanor (Hertel) Brewster. Raymond was a graduate of McKinley High School and worked as a Welder for the former Duriron in Angola for 25 years. He also worked for the former Lablaw’s as a Manager for many years. Raymond was a volunteer fireman with Evans Center Fire Department. He enjoyed gardening, jigsaw puzzles and being with family. Survivors include four ...