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Frances L. Zolnoske

Frances L. Zolnoske, 84, of Deltona, FL, formerly of Forestville, died Monday, May 25, 2026 in Florida. She was born in Silver Creek on April 21, 1942, the daughter of the late Arthur and Teresa (Christopher) Griffiths. Survivors include her husband Paul Zolnoske, a son Randolph Zolnoske, two daughters Bonnie (Mike) Murphy, Terri (Dave) O’Connor and two brothers Thomas (Barb) Griffiths and Don Griffiths. A Celebration of Life will be held August 6, 2026 The family suggests memorials may be made to the Forestville Cemetery Association, PO Box 357, Forestville, NY 14062. A complete ...

Robert C. Cooper

Robert C. Cooper, 84, of Dunkirk, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, June 3, 2026. Born in Dunkirk on June 8, 1941, he was the son of the late Gerald “Jake” and Lenora “Nonie” (Johnson) Cooper. A lifelong resident of Dunkirk, Robert graduated from Dunkirk High School. He went on to serve honorably in the United States Army from 1963-1965. Following his military service, He initially worked at Kings Windows before dedicating over three decades to Add Lumber, where he built a legacy of reliability and professionalism until his well-earned retirement. Beyond his ...

Mary Langworthy

Memorial Gathering to Honor Mary Langworthy. Sunday, June 7th at 1p.m. Sheridan Historical Society 2702 E. Main Rd. (Rte. 20) Sheridan, NY 14135. Friends & family are invited to share memories of Mary. Come early or stay late to enjoy some refreshments and view the society’s displays, ...

Tedd F. Wilkins

Tedd F. Wilkins 1944-2026 Tedd F. Wilkins, passed unexpectedly May 18th, 2026, surrounded by his children, April (Wilkins) Lanphere (Garry), Jessica (Wilkins) Hazenberg (Andrew), and Tedd Justin Wilkins (John Fisher). Tedd was born in Westfield, NY on April 5, 1944 and was an ...

Robert J. Howard

Robert J. Howard 1943-2026 Robert J. Howard, of Bradenton, FL passed on May 31st. He was born June 1st, 1943 in Jamestown, NY, the son of Robert & Ann Howard. He graduated from Jamestown High School in 1961. Bob served in the US Army & later trained and became a Union Ironworker. ...

Cynthia Elliott

Cynthia Elliott 1966-2026 Cynthia Elliott, 60, of Miller Road, Arkwright, died Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at Erie County Medical Center, Buffalo. She was born in Gowanda on March 17, 1966, the daughter of the late Clement and Judy (Gabel) Popielarz, Jr. Cindy was a graduate of Forestville ...