Athena M. Partyka, 23, of Dunkirk, NY entered into rest March 18, 2026. She was born March 23, 2002 in St. Petersburg, Florida to her late father and her mother, Sara Partyka. Athena is survived by her daughter, Viora Partyka, her sibling’s Crystal and Jay Jay Blakemore. A celebration of life will be held by the family at a later date. Arrangements entrusted to DiStasio Funeral Home Inc. Online condolences may be made at www.distasiofuneralhome.com.
PERRYSBURG — Michael R. Arrigo, 54, of Perrysburg, NY passed away Thursday March 19, 2026 at Mercy Hospital in Buffalo, NY. He was born July 26, 1971 in Gowanda, NY the son of Charles (Nancy) Arrigo of Florida and Susanne (Gary) Sprague of Versailles, NY. In June of 1996 he married the former Cindy Watkins who survives. Mr. Arrigo owned and operated Arrigo Automotive in Perrysburg, NY for over 19 years.He was an avid outdoorsman and heavy equipment operator. Besides his loving wife of nearly 30 years he is the beloved father and best friend to his 2 sons Brandon (Cheyanne) ...
Henry W. Krupinski, 90, of Silver Creek, NY, passed away peacefully on March 09, 2026 at Buffalo General Hospital in Buffalo, NY. Son of the late John and Katherine (nee Kopacz) Krupinski, Henry was the youngest of 12 siblings, survived by one sister, Sister Monica Krupinski of Clarence, NY. ...
William J. Thies reunited with his wife Katherine Tuesday morning March 17, 2026, surrounded by love and family. Born in the Town of Pomfret Nov. 13, 1936, the son of Kenneth and N. Vivian (Reese) Thies. William honorably served his country with the United States Army Reserve National ...
David F. Michalak, 80, of Dunkirk, passed away at home Tuesday evening, March 17, 2026. Born in Dunkirk on June 29, 1945, he was the husband of Carol (Dudek) Michalak and son of the late Francis and Helen (Somerfeldt) Michalak. A lifelong resident of Dunkirk, David was a proud graduate of Dunkirk High School. Following high school, he joined the United States Navy in 1963. He served two years of active duty followed by several years in the Naval Reserves until 1968. David dedicated 35 years as a Shipping Clerk for Al-Tech Specialty Steel until its closing. Following his time at ...
Kirk Robert Gugino, formerly of Fredonia, New York, passed away on Jan. 22, 2026, at the age of 62. He was born on Oct. 15, 1963, in Fort Lewis, Washington, to James and Nancy Gugino. Kirk graduated from Fredonia High School and later received a degree from Alfred State University. He was ...
