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Terry M. Bigler

Terry M. Bigler, 79, passed away following an extended illness on May 6, 2026 at the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab Center in Dunkirk. Born on December 27, 1946. He was the son of Charlie and Helen Bigler and was raised in Silver Creek, New York. He briefly attended Arizona State University, ...

Ryan J. Evans

Ryan J. Evans, born on July 2, 1982, passed away on September 12, 2026, in Chautauqua, New York, leaving behind a legacy of hard work, devotion, and kindness that will be remembered by all who knew him. Ryan was a proud graduate of Brocton High School and carried the values he learned there ...

Michael F. McCarthy

Michael F. “Mac” McCarthy, 66, of Dunkirk, passed away at Buffalo General Hospital on Sunday, September 13, 2026 following an extended illness. Born in Albany, NY on February 10, 1960, he was the son of the late Thomas E. McCarthy and Marie (Andrews) Stuhlmiller. Michael graduated from ...

Marian Louise Culver

Marion L. Culver, 93, formerly of Cassadaga passed away Aug. 1, 2026. Wife of the late Louis Culver; mother of Nancy (Dick) Mangine and Elaine (Robin) Moore. Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life, 11:30 am, Saturday, September 19th at Park Church, 25 Maple Ave, Cassadaga. ...

Michael F. McCarthy

Michael F. McCarthy, 66, of Dunkirk, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Buffalo General Hospital. Calling Hours will be held on Friday, September 18, 2026 from 4-7 p.m. at the McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 11 a.m. at McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home. A complete obituary will be published in Wednesday's Edition of the Dunkirk Observer. 

Allan Duane Sprague

Allan Duane Sprague, age 70, of Sheridan, New York passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026. He was born on November 19, 1955 in Dunkirk to Neil and Phyllis Sprague. Allan will be remembered for his humor, strength, and generosity, as well as his dedication to his family and his faith. He ...