Steven A. Brandenburg, 64, of Dunkirk, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, Feb. 16, 2026 at ECMC following a lengthy illness. He is survived by his wife, Karen (Siragusa) Brandenburg and brothers, Allen and Bryan Brandenburg. A Catholic mass will be held on March 3, 2026 at 10 am at Holy Trinity church, 1032 Central Ave Dunkirk. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lake Shore Humane Society in Dunkirk.
Thomas F. Fetter, 69, of Cassadaga, passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 24, 2026 at Buffalo General Hospital. Relatives and friends are welcome to attend Calling Hours on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home; 736 Central Ave., Dunkirk, NY. Prayer services will begin at Noon. Interment will be held in Cassadaga Cemetery. A complete obituary will be published in Friday’s edition of the Dunkirk Observer. Arrangements are by R. Michael Mackowiak III; McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home.
James C. Giebner, Sr., 80, of Dunkirk, passed away peacefully Tuesday morning, Feb. 24, 2026 at Brooks Memorial Hospital with his loving children by his side. Born in Dunkirk on April 8, 1945, he was the husband of the late Sandra J. (Gillespie) Giebner and son of the late Donald and Winifred (Tilley) Giebner. Funeral services will be held in private at the convenience of the family. A complete obituary will be published in this weekend’s edition of the Dunkirk Observer. Arrangements are by R. Michael Mackowiak III; McGraw-Kowal Funeral Home, 736 Central Ave., Dunkirk, NY.
Lucille MacCubbin, 96, passed away at Brooks Memorial hospital after complications from a fall. Born on March 20, 1929, in Mansfield NY to the late Alice M (Roesch) and Pearl A. Purdy. She was a proud graduate of the Class of 1948 from Silver Creek High School. Lucille’s career as a waitress at the Vineyard Restaurant spanned many years, where she became known for her gracious service and personable nature. She took immense pride in her work, always ensuring that her patrons felt welcomed and valued. After her retirement, Lucille devoted her time to caring for her husband until his ...
Deon M. Thalheimer, 95, formerly of Cattaraugus, NY passed away Wednesday, Feb. 25, 2026 at Bertrand Chaffee Hospital in Springville, NY. She was born July 12, 1930 in Salamanca, NY the daughter of the late C. Wesley and Alta (Manning) Mosher. On Dec. 11, 1955, she married Edwin ...
Rose P. (Panek) Hafner, 87, of Fredonia, NY entered into rest Feb. 18, 2026. She was born Sept. 24, 1938 in Forestville, NY to her late parents, Michael and Lillian (Gawronski) Panek. Rose graduated from Forestville Central School and went on to work for the Chautauqua County Home in ...
