Lois J. Lembke 1929-2025 Lois Jean Lembke, “Jean”, 96, a resident of Chautauqua Nursing & Rehab, Dunkirk, formely of Cassadaga, died Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025 at her residence following a lengthy illness. She was born in Arcade on July 18, 1929, the daughter of the late Frederick and ...

Raymond “Ray” Eugene Smith, 84, of Lancaster, PA (formerly of Gowanda, NY), passed away on Oct. 17, 2025. A devoted husband, father, and “Papa Bzz,” Ray is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Edna (Thordahl) Smith; daughters, Melinda (James) Ellis, Pamela (Michael) Gillum, and ...

James P. Schmidt, 85, of Dunkirk, passed away on Oct. 19, 2025 following a short illness. Jim was born at home on July 7, 1940 to Peter and Bernice Schmidt. Jim was one of five children: Ron, Norm, Carol, and Linda (Clark). Jim was the husband of the late Carolyn Schmidt. He was also preceded ...

Louis P. Klemann, affectionately known as “Papa,” 87, of Cuba, NY, passed away peacefully Friday morning, Oct. 17, 2025 at home with his loving family by his side. Born in Salamanca, NY on March 30, 1938, he was the son of the late Vincent and Isabell (Gobel) Klemann. Louis graduated ...

Susan M. McKinnon June 18, 1957 — Oct. 23, 2025 With heavy hearts we announce the passing of Susan Mary O’Connell McKinnon, 68, of Forestville, early Thursday morning, Oct. 23, 2025 at Roswell Park after a brief battle with cancer. Born on June 18, 1957 in Dunkirk, NY, Susan was the ...

Rev. John B. Binkiwitz, Jr. August 2, 1939 — October 22, 2025 Rev. John B. Binkiwitz, Jr., 86, of Fredonia, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025 at Brooks Memorial Hospital. Born in Bridgeport, CT, he was the husband of Barbara (Brown) Binkiwitz, and son of the late John B. Binkiwitz, Sr. ...