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Obituaries

George R. Clees

George R. Clees, 69, of Silver Creek, NY passed away on Thursday morning, July 24, 2025 at the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab Center in Dunkirk, NY. He was born on Mar. 8, 1956 in Silver Creek, NY the son of the late George and Patrina (nee Panzarella) Clees. George is survived by his two ...

Norman Charles Willebrandt

Norman Charles Willebrandt of Matlacha, Florida passed June 21, 2025. Norm was born Apr. 23, 1934 in Buffalo, New York, to the late William and Frieda Kailus Willebrandt. He attended Buffalo schools, graduating from Hutch-Tech. Norm enlisted in the US Navy and served from 1951 to 1955 ...

Donald A. Vara Sr.

Donald A. Vara Sr. of Deland Florida, formally of Fredonia, NY passed away on July 26, 2025 at 91 years of age. He is the son of the late Arthur and Hazel Vara (Junug). Don was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 68 years Rose Marie, and his oldest son Donald Jr. Don is survived by his ...

Kimberly D. Smith

Kimberly D. Smith “Smitty”, 68, of Dunkirk, died Tuesday, May 27, 2025. He was born in Dunkirk on Oct. 8, 1956, the son of Beverly (White) Smith of Dunkirk and the late Carl H. Smith. Kim was a graduate of Forestville Central School, Class of 1974 and a graduate of the LoGuidice ...

Kenneth G. Hawkins

Kenneth G. Hawkins 1951-2025 Kenneth G. Hawkins, 73, of Leon and formerly of Gowanda, passed away at his home on July 31, 2025. He was born on Aug. 28, 1951 in Gowanda, son of the late Kenneth F. and Lulu (Steinfait) Hawkins. For many years, he logged for Ellington Hardwoods. Kenny is ...

Marilyn P. Ulrich

Celebration of Life for Marilyn P. Ulrich-Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life honoring Marilyn P. Ulrich, who passed away peacefully on Jan. 5, 2025, at the age of 92. Please join us as we gather to remember and celebrate Marilyn’s life, love, and legacy.Date: Saturday, ...