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James S. Bickhart

James S. Bickhart October 29, 1942-February 3, 2025 James S. Bickhart, 82, of Dunkirk, passed away Monday, February 3, 2025. Born in Dunkirk on October 29, 1942, husband of Theresa A. (Crowell) Bickhart and son of the late Harry C. and Genevieve T. (Kozlowski) Bickhart. Friends and family are welcome to attend Calling Hours on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 from 4-7 p.m. at McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 11 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Roman Catholic Church. Military Honors will be conducted by the Dunkirk Joint ...

Alan McClelland Larimer,

Alan McClelland Larimer, 85, of Newark, Ohio, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours on February 2, 2025, after a brief illness, leaving behind a legacy of knowledge, curiosity, and generosity. A man of many passions, Alan found joy in books, history, films, gardening, and the ...

Roy E. McKinnon Jr.

Roy E. McKinnon Jr., 77, of Silver Creek, NY passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday afternoon, January 29, 2025 at his home. He was born on August 17, 1947 in Buffalo, NY the son of the late Roy Sr. and Florence (nee Sullivan) McKinnon. On November 1, 2003 he wed the former Marla Stevens in ...

Marvin Duane Marx

Marvin Duane Marx, 77, of Fredonia, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025, surrounded by family. Born on July 11, 1947, Marvin lived a full life rooted in love, loyalty, and service. A proud veteran of the United States Army, Marvin served his country with honor during the Vietnam War. ...

Robert Fisk

Robert Fisk January 30, 1930-January 14, 2025 Robert Fisk of Silver Creek, NY passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab Center in Dunkirk, NY at the age of 94. Surviving are his beloved wife , Sally (nee Cook) Fisk. Robert was born on January 30, 1930 in Brooklyn, NY the son of the late Murray and Ethel Fisk. He worked in the maritime trade industry as a US Merchant Marine. Robert was self-employed as a very accomplished political cartoonist and a strong advocate of veterans. He loved animals and was well known for his innate sense of ...

Penelope Jo Yunghans

Penelope Jo Yunghans SHINGLEHOUSE, PA—Penelope Jo “Pen” Yunghans, 78, of Shinglehouse, formerly of Fredonia, NY, passed away on Thursday, January 30, 2025 in her home. A memorial service to celebrate Pen’s life will be held on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, located at 118 South Union St, Shinglehouse, PA 16748. All who knew and loved Pen are welcome to call from 11am until 1pm with services following at 1pm in the funeral home. The Rev. Ivy Gauvin of St. Timothy Lutheran Church, Bemus Point, NY, will officiate. Pen’s family has entrusted ...