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Karl H. Lawson

Karl H. Lawson, 78, an active member of the Cassadaga community and Cassadaga Memorial Legion Post 1280, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, Jan. 4, 2024. Husband of Sally Weatherford Lawson; father of Matthew (Jennifer) and the late Jakob Lawson. A complete obituary will be published next week. Arrangements by Jordan Funeral Home, Sinclairville.

Herbert James (Jim) Everhart

Herbert James (Jim) Everhart, passed away on December 31, 2023, at the age of 90. He was born in Forestville NY, on May 8, 1933. He was predeceased by parents Russell “Tut” Everhart and Agnes “Rosie” Everhart, sister Virginia Kittinger and son Nathan Edgar Everhart (Sandie). He ...

Lora Lee Lyne Haines

Lora Lee Lyne Haines was born in Dunkirk NY on August 10, 1944 to Leigh Albert and Bessie Mae Clark Lyne. She died in Melbourne, FL on December 24, 2023 after a brief illness. Lora grew up in Dunkirk and Fredonia NY. She spent her early years on a small farm (Lyne Poultry and Grape Farm). ...

Darrin J. Stevens

Darrin J. Stevens, 55, of Dunkirk passed away Tuesday evening, Jan. 2, 2024 at home following a battle with cancer. Born in Dunkirk on March 28, 1968, the son of Mary Drozdiel and the late Earl J. Stevens Sr.. Darrin worked at Mom and Pops in Cassadaga for many years. Outside of work, he always loved spending time with family and friends. Darrin had a profound love for nature and enjoyed taking long walks whenever he had the chance and could always be found enjoying a cup of coffee. Darrin is predeceased by his father Earl J. Stevens Sr. and a niece Heidi Marie Spicer. Survivors ...

Michael L. Sladich

GOWANDA — Michael L. Sladich, 67, of Gowanda, passed away Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at the Gowanda Nursing Home. He was born on September 4, 1956 in Gowanda, son of the late Louis and Anna (Voncina) Sladich. For many years, Mike worked at the Gowanda Psychiatric Center as a cleaner. He was a member of St. Joseph’s RC Church and a frequent supporter of the Gowanda Historical Society, as well as the bowling leagues at K&L Lanes in Gowanda for many years. His true passion was the Buffalo Bills. Mike lived and breathed the Bills, and was known for his devout fandom. Mike truly loved ...

Devonne M. Gardner

Devonne M. Gardner Jan. 3, 2024 of the Cattaraugus Seneca Territory. Mother of Cody, Marissa, Jenna and Terrence Haring. Grandmother of James Haring. Daughter of Lawrence and the late Debra (Gardner) Isaac. Sister of Jodi (Charles) Scanlan, Marcy and the late Christine Lee Isaac. Friends may call Friday and Saturday at the Family Residence 12232 Brant Reservation Road where funeral services will take place Sunday at 9 AM and 10 AM from the Longhouse Cattaraugus Seneca Territory. Arrangements by Wentland Funeral Home North Collins, NY. ,Jan. 3, 2024 of the Cattaraugus Seneca ...