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Obituaries

Richard Douglas Straight

Richard Douglas Straight, 66, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 6 at the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center following a lengthy illness. Rick was born in Dunkirk NY to Harry Straight and Frances Grimes Straight. During high school in Silver Creek NY, Rick was featured as the ...

Roger Everett Ellis

LITTLE VALLEY — Roger Everett Ellis was born January 17, 1958 in Buffalo, NY. His valiant battle with long-term health issues ended January 3, 2025. He was predeceased by his father, Gilbert Randall Ellis III, Cattaraugus, NY, a brother Norman Ellis, Little Valley, NY, a beloved ...

Lois and John Griswold

Lois (Grabias), 82, and John “Jack” 92, have recently reunited to undertake their final trip together to be with God. Lois preceded Jack in passing. She passed on Saturday, Jan. 4 after illness and Jack passed two days later on Monday, Jan. 6 after illness. There will be no ...

Billy J. Kiszewski

Billy J. Kiszewski, 62, of Gowanda, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025 at Mercy Hospital. Billy was an active member of the Collins Center Seniors and had traveled extensively with the group. He loved NASCAR, bowling ,and the Buffalo Bills. A happy man who loved to tease people, music, and ...

Daniel Knaak

Daniel Knaak passed away on, October 20, 2024 at the age of 81. He is predeceased by his parents, Edward and Marjorie Knaak; brother, David E. Knaak. A celebration of Daniel’s life will be held at the Northern Chautauqua Conservation Club, 1 N Mullet Street, Dunkirk NY, on Saturday January ...

Christine M. Sell

Christine M. Sell, 60, passed away unexpectedly on Monday Jan. 6, 2025. Born in Dunkirk on July 5, 1964, daughter of the late Richard and Dorothy (Kokocinski) Sell. Christine graduated from Dunkirk High School in 1982 and attended Jamestown Business College for Business ...