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Jose M. Rivera Sr.

Jose M. Rivera Sr.,77, of Dunkirk, passed away Friday evening, Oct. 11, 2024 at UPMC Hamot in Erie, PA. Born in Fajardo, Puerto Rico on September 6, 1947, son of the late Catalino and Carmen Melendez Rivera. For 15 years, Jose worked as a Window Assembler in Ellenville NY, showcasing his strong work ethic and dedication. His passion extended beyond his professional life as he found joy in spending time with family, a treasured aspect of his life. Additionally, he enjoyed taking rides on his scooter and listening to salsa music. Jose’s easy-going nature made him well-liked by ...

Mary A. Dobek

Mary A. Dobek, 73, of Erie, PA, formerly of Dunkirk, passed away, unexpectedly, Saturday, October 12, 2024, at UPMC Hamot. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, morning, October 22, 2024, at 10 AM in St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church. No Prior visitation will be observed and a complete obituary will be published in Saturday’s Observer. Arrangements are by the R. Mackowiak Funeral Home Inc.

Burwell Jimerson Jr.

Burwell Jimerson Jr., of the Cattaraugus Seneca Territory entered into rest at age 66. Former spouse of Celeste (Kettle) Jimerson; loving father of Lauren, Angus and Nichelle Jimerson; brother of Kevin, Celia, Lisa, Bradley and Sarah Jimerson; grandfather of Angel Jimerson, Kalen Fontenelle, ...

Jose M. Rivera Sr.

Jose M. Rivera Sr.,77, of Dunkirk passed away Friday evening, Oct. 11, 2024 at UPMC Hamot in Erie, PA. Born in Fajardo, Puerto Rico on Sept. 6, 1947, son of the late Catalino and Carmen Melendez Rivera. Friends and family are welcome to attend Calling Hours on Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024 at McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home from 10-12 p.m. Interment in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Margaret F. (Smith) Gloss

Margaret F. (Smith) Gloss, 85, of Dunkirk, passed away Wednesday, October 9, 2024 at Brooks Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Dunkirk on September 8, 1939, Wife of the late Richard H. Gloss and Daughter of the late Richard Smith and Helen Whalen. Margaret attended Dunkirk ...

Roberta J. “Robbie” (Wienk) Mancuso

Roberta J. “Robbie” (Wienk) Mancuso, 79, of Fredonia, New York, passed away Wednesday October 2, 2024 at home with her loving family and friends at herside. Robbie was born March 3, 1945 in Gowanda, New York, daughter of Leslieand Gladys (Heron) Wienk. Raised in Cattaraugus, Robbie was ...