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Lois and John Griswold

Lois (Grabias), 82, and John “Jack” 92, have recently reunited to undertake their final trip together to be with God. Lois preceded Jack in passing. She passed on Saturday, Jan. 4 after illness and Jack passed two days later on Monday, Jan. 6 after illness. There will be no ...

Jabez Jones Campbell

Jabez Jones Campbell, suddenly December 5, 2024 of the Bronx, NY formerly of Gowanda, NY at the age of 52 years. Loving son of Monty and Corline (Jones) Campbell. Cherished brother of Michael (Lluvia), Christine, Joseph, Evie Lynn Campbell, Julie (Brett) Taufer, Samuel (Susan), Paul Douglas, ...

Dwayne “Dewey” Sylvester

Dwayne “Dewey” Sylvester Dwayne “Dewey” Sylvester, January 7, 2025 of the Cattaraugus Seneca Territory at the age of 81 years. Brother of Valarie Marr, Wesley Sylvester and the late David Sylvester. Son of the late Oscar and Vivian (Redeye) Sylvester. Also survived by several nieces and nephews. Friends may call Thursday from 4-6 PM at the Wentland Funeral Home 10634 Main St. (Rt. 62) North Collins where services will be held Friday at 10 AM.

Billy J. Kiszewski

Billy J. Kiszewski Gowanda - Billy J. Kiszewski, 62, of Gowanda, passed away Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Arrangements by Mentley Funeral Home Inc., 105 East Main St. in Gowanda are incomplete and a full obituary will appear at a later time.

Dennis H. Collins

Dennis H. Collins Dennis H. Collins, 74, of Cassadaga, NY, passed away January 6, 2025 at Roswell Park Comprehensive Care Center in Buffalo. A complete obituary will be published in this weekend’s edition of the Observer.

Emilio Sanchez

Emilio Sanchez Emilio Sanchez died January 7, 2025, at his home in Dunkirk, New York after a long illness. Emilio was born in Caguas P.R. Emilo was 90 years of age. He was the husband of Maria Sanchez and father of Edward Sanchez his caregiver of Dunkirk, New York. Funeral arrangements are incomplete. The date and time will be announced by The Fantauzzi Funeral Home, 82 East Main Street, Fredonia, New York.