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Dean E. Ringler

Dean E. Ringler Dean E. Ringler, 64, of Fredonia, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday May 3, 2025. Calling hours will be held at the LARSON-TIMKO Funeral Home, 20 Central Ave., Fredonia on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Holy Trinity Church, Dunkirk, on Friday at a time to be announced. A complete obituary will be published in Tuesday’s edition of the Observer. Arrangements by David J. Dengler, LARSON-TIMKO Funeral Home.

Dr. Christopher Phillip Conlon, M.D.

Dr. Christopher Phillip Conlon, M.D. 1959-2025 Dr. Christopher Conlon, a cherished father, beloved partner, and devoted physician passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 3, 2025 at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Chris was born in 1959 in San Diego, California but spent the majority of his childhood on the Cattaraugus Indian Reservation in Western New York State. After moving to Knoxville, Tennessee, Chris earned his Bachelor of Arts degree from University of Tennessee in 1981 and completed his Doctor of Medicine at Dartmouth Medical School in 1986. He went on to complete ...

Kevin D. Kuzdzal

Kevin D. Kuzdzal 1970-2025 Kevin D. Kuzdzal, 54, of Dunkirk passed away suddenly, Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at home. Born on Nov. 4, 1970, son of David Kuzdzal and the late Virginia (Sweda) Kuzdzal. In addition to his father, Kevin is survived by his brothers Michael (Heather) and Scott Kuzdzal; nephews Colton and Carson Kuzdzal, whom he was extremely proud of for being in the United States Army. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1 p.m. at St. Hyacinth’s Cemetery in Dunkirk. Arrangements are by R. Mackowiak Funeral Home, Inc.; 56 E. Doughty St., ...

Martha B. Hodges

Martha B. Hodges Martha Belle (Young) Hodges, 104, died peacefully on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at Heritage Village Nursing Home, Gerry, NY with her loving family by her side. A celebration of life will be held Saturday, May 10, 2025 at DiStasio Funeral Home 478 Route 83 S. Dayton, NY from 10 am to 12 pm with a funeral service to immediately follow. Interment will be Cherry Creek Central Cemetery. Online condolences may be made at www.distasiofuneralhome.com.

Peter J. Pochylski

Peter J. Pochylski Peter J. Pochylski, 56, of Dunkirk, died April 10, 2025 at Brooks Memorial Hospital. He was born Feb. 13, 1969 son of Gloria (Kaminski) Pochylski and the late Peter John Pochylski. Private funeral services were at convenience of the family. Arrangements are by the R. Mackowiak Funeral Home Inc.

Bethany M. St. George

Bethany M. St. George Bethany M. St. George, 79, passed gracefully into eternity on Sept. 29, 2024, at her home in Brocton, NY, surrounded by her loving family. A Celebration of life will be held Saturday May 10, 2025 at the Brocton American Legion Post 434 110 W. Main St. Brocton , NY from 3 to 6 PM. Online condolences may be made at www.morsefh.com.