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Lawrence A. Alexander Sr.

Lawrence A. Alexander Sr., known affectionately to many as Tinker, passed away on October 22, 2026, in Brocton, New York, at the age of 75. Born on July 11, 1951, in Jamestown, New York, he lived a life marked by hard work, devotion to family, and a warm presence that will be deeply missed by ...

Charles E. Skinner

Charles E. Skinner, 87 of Cassadaga, passed away Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026. Born Feb. 14, 1939 in the Town of Pomfret a son of the late Charles H. and Ella Mae Skinner. He was a 1954 graduate of Fredonia High School. Before graduation he worked at the bean factory in Cassadaga. At 16 (1955) he ...

Lawrence M. (Larry) Schwab

Lawrence M. (Larry) Schwab, 85, was born on February 10, 1941 in Buffalo to the late Gilbert and Helen (Boyle) Schwab, and passed away on his own terms on October 14, 2026 after a brief illness. Larry was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn, in 1992, after which he finished raising their ...

Jacqueline Arlene Topliffe Riggins

Jacqueline “Jacqui” Arlene Topliffe Riggins, 83, of Brocton, New York, passed away on September 29, 2026. Born on August 14, 1943, Jacqui grew up in Fredonia, NY, and later made her home in Brocton. She was known for her infectious smile, quick sense of humor, and the joy she brought to ...

Beverly H Burton

Beverly Hayes Burton, born October 28, 1947, in Wellsville, New York, passed away on October 16, 2026, in Dunkirk, New York, leaving behind a life marked by devotion to family, kindness to others, and a warm spirit that touched many. Beverly, a graduate of Brocton High School, Class of 1966, ...

Faez E. Tayar

Faez Elias Tayar, age 85, of Portland, NY, passed away on October 17, 2026. He was born on November 25, 1940, in Safita, Syria, and lived a life marked by hard work, generosity, and devotion to his family and community. Faez came to be known as a man who could do just about anything with his ...