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Michael F. McCarthy

Michael F. McCarthy, 66, of Dunkirk, passed away on Sunday, September 13, 2026 at Buffalo General Hospital. Calling Hours will be held on Friday, September 18, 2026 from 4-7 p.m. at the McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at 11 a.m. at McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home. A complete obituary will be published in Wednesday's Edition of the Dunkirk Observer. 

Allan Duane Sprague

Allan Duane Sprague, age 70, of Sheridan, New York passed away peacefully on September 12, 2026. He was born on November 19, 1955 in Dunkirk to Neil and Phyllis Sprague. Allan will be remembered for his humor, strength, and generosity, as well as his dedication to his family and his faith. He ...

Russell A. Bova

Russell A. Bova, 70, of Westfield, NY entered into rest September 13, 2026 at home with family by his side. He was born September 14, 1955 in Westfield NY to his late parents Angelo and Elizabeth (Falsone) Bova. Russell is survived by his wife Suzanne. Arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Morse Funeral Home Brocton, NY.

John and Arlene Zanghi

A Graveside Memorial Service for Arlene and John Zanghi will be held September 19, 2026 at 11AM in the Portland Evergreen Cemetery. There will also be full military honors held for John for his service in the United States Navy. A gathering for family and friends will be held after the ...

Eugenie M. Briggs

Eugenie M. Briggs, age 88, of Fredonia passed away Sunday, September 6, 2026, at Buffalo General Hospital after an extended illness. She was the daughter of Clay and Alice Buenzli. Janie graduated from Olympia High School, Olympia, WA class of 1956. After high school she worked as a civilian ...

Frank A Strohauer

Frank A Strohauer, 59, of Cherry Creek passed away on September 4th, 2026 at UPMC Hamot. Frank was born in Gowanda on January 7, 1967 to the late Eugene and Hazel Strohauer. Frank married the love of his life, Haulda on February 16th, 2008 and spent 18 wonderful years together. He loved ...