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Obituaries

Douglas S. Tingue 1940-2026

Douglas Stephen Tingue of Gowanda, New York, passed away peacefully on Tuesday May 19, 2026, at the age of 85. The gracious, helpful staff at Gowanda Nursing and Rehabilitation confirmed Douglas had passed away in his sleep, with no pain or struggle. He was born on August 6 1940, to Stanley ...

Michael E. Nickerson

Michael Edward Nickerson, age 66, of Cassadaga, New York, gained his wings on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at Brooks Memorial Hospital. Michael was lovingly raised by his parents, Lawrence Nickerson and Donna (Nickerson) Bull. He was also blessed with the love of Donna’s husband, remarrying ...

John Pienta

John Pienta died May 20, 2026 at his home in Dunkirk, NY, after a short illness. Born and raised in Dunkirk, he was 77 years of age. Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by the FANTAUZZI FUNERAL HOME, 82 East Main St., Fredonia, NY.

Anthony Sinare

Anthony Sinare, born May 12, 1941, to the late Frances (Vacante) and Thomas Sinare, entered into rest peacefully on May 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Anthony was the beloved husband of Jane (Otten) Sinare. The couple shared a devoted marriage beginning on May 8, 1965. Loving ...

Joan E. Washburn

Joan Emily Washburn (Tworek), 91, of Dunkirk, NY, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 17, 2026 surrounded by loved ones. Joan was born on August 25,1934 in Dunkirk, NY to Emily (Tworek) Zuralski. After graduating from Dunkirk High School, Joan went on to pursue a career at Fredonia Central ...

Wanda Reise

Wanda “Blondie” (Slonina) Reise, 100, of Dunkirk, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 18, 2026 at the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab Center. She was born in Dunkirk on March 3, 1926, she was the wife of the late Leonard Gornikiewicz and Thomas Reise and daughter of the late John and Anna ...