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Shauna Barnard

Shauna Barnard died on June 26, 2024 in Dunkirk, NY. She was the daughter of Shirley and Ken Mekus. Viewing hours will be on Monday, July 1, 2024 at the Fantauzzi Funeral Home, 82 E. Main St., Fredonia, NY and her Funeral Service will be at 11 AM on July 2, 2024 at the First Baptist Church at 876 Central Ave. in Dunnkirk, NY. A complete obituary will be in Saturday’s Observer.

John C. “Jack” Van Scoter

John C. “Jack” Van Scoter, a beloved pillar of the community, passed away peacefully of natural causes at the age of 95 on May 10, 2024, in his family’s homestead. Jack was born on March 15, 1929, the son of the late Florence (nee Slaght) and Walter David Van Scoter, on Maple Grove Farm, ...

Kenneth W. Lee

A Memorial Celebration of Life tribute for Kenneth W. Lee who passed on May 23, 2024, will be held on Saturday, June 29, 2024, at 2 PM at Tri-Church Parish 41 E. Main St., Brocton, NY.

Diane M. Meinzer

Diane M. Meinzer, 59, of Alleghany Road, Silver Creek, passed away unexpectedly Monday, June 24, 2024 at her residence. She was born in Fontana, CA on July 12, 1964, the daughter of the late Edwin and Arline (Hollmer) Turnbull. She was a graduate of Lake Shore Central School, Class of 1982. Diane worked at The Home Depot in Dunkirk for over 10 years, currently as Head Cashier and previously worked for New Era in Derby for a few years. She was involved with the local Cub Scouts, Chautauqua County 4-H, Forestville Music Boosters and Parent Connection. Diane enjoyed being outdoors, ...

Ralph “Spencer” Annear

Ralph “Spencer” Annear, 86, passed away quietly at home on June 22, 2024, after several months of illness. During his years in Fredonia, New York, Spencer was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, whose love of flying, science, and sweets knew no bounds. Born March 1, 1938, to ...

John C. Van Scoter

John C. Van Scoter, “Jack”, passed away Friday May 10, 2024, from natural causes, in the same room where he was born 95 years ago on the Van Scoter homestead in the Town of Pomfret. Visitation will be held at the LARSON-TIMKO Funeral Home, 20 Central Ave., Fredonia, NY, on Saturday, June ...