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Larry Barmore

Larry Barmore, 74, of Gerry, NY passed away on Jan. 3 peacefully at his home with his wife, Carol (Hitchcock) Barmore of 31 years by his side and surrounded by immediate family as per his wishes. Larry was born on Aug. 27, 1951, in Jamestown, NY to Janice Swanson Barmore of Florida and the ...

Martha A. Kelley

Martha A. Kelley, born Feb. 27, 1936, in Westfield, NY, passed away peacefully on Jan. 2, 2026, in the same town that she had called home her entire life. Martha’s journey on earth ended at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy of love, service, and compassion that will be remembered by all ...

Horace C. Battaglia

Horace C. Battaglia, 87, of Jamestown, died Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026, in UPMC Chautauqua. Born March 31, 1938, in Dunkirk, he was the only child of Carl and Mary Saeli Battaglia. He was a 1955 graduate of Fredonia High School, a 1961 graduate of SUNY Fredonia, from which he later earned a ...

Newton Straight

Newton Straight passed away Jan. 1, 2026 at Corry Manor in Corry, PA, after a long illness. Born Nov., 14, 1939, in Weirton, WV, he was the son of the late Newton J., and Thelma Newton. He was the father of Tamatha (Johnathan) Norman of Gainesville, GA, Dwayne Straight, also of Georgia, Thomas Duncan of Ripley, NY, and Jesse Straight of Erie, PA. Newton lived in Ripley, NY, and loved outdoor activities, especially hunting and fishing. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Funeral service will be held privately at the request of the family. ...

David H. Hughes Sr.

David H. Hughes Sr. of Sheridan died Friday, January 2, 2026. Beloved husband of Virginia (nee Wright) Hughes; loving father of Lisa Turner, Julianne, Bridget Loder-Hughes, David H. Jr., Sheila, Rachel, Rebecca, Joshua and Angela; cherished grandpa to 10 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren; dearest son of the late Cyril and Julia (nee Walsh) Hughes; dear brother of late Peter, Burke, Gary and June; also survived by many other loving family members and dear friends. Family will be present to receive friends Thursday from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at the (Hamburg Chapel) JOHN J. KACZOR ...

Kathleen A. Cole

Kathleen Ann Cole (Kaczor), born Dec. 24, 1959, passed away peacefully on Christmas Day Dec. 25, 2025, after a courageous nine-month battle with cancer. She is survived by her beloved daughter, Melody Kaczor (Szopinski); her brothers, Jacob (Tory) Kaczor and Robert (Kathy) Kaczor; her ...