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Eugene S. Pauszek
Apr 1, 2022
Eugene S. Pauszek, 70, of Dunkirk, NY, died at home Friday morning, April 1, 2022, surrounded by his family. He was born June 1, 1951, in Dunkirk to the late Raymond and Ann (Schelling) Pauszek. A lifelong Dunkirk resident, Eugene attended St. Hyacinth School and Parish (now Blessed Mary Angela), graduated from Cardinal Mindzenty High School in 1969 and attended...
Marshall A. Penkaty
Mar 28, 2022
Marshall A. Penkaty, 82, a lifelong resident of Dunkirk, died Monday, March 28, 2022, at the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab.3 He was born in Dunkirk, March 29, 1939, son of the late Frank and Theodora (Jakubiec) Penkaty. Marshall loved fishing and spent many years as a commercial fisherman on Lake Erie. A volunteer fireman serving with Dunkirk Hose Company #4,...
Margaret M. Griffin
Mar 26, 2022
Margaret M. Griffin of Dunkirk, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 26, 2022, following a courageous battle with Calciphylaxis. Born in Niagara Falls, the daughter of the late Chester and Genevieve (Majka) Sysol. Margaret was a graduate of Dunkirk High School, class of 1977. Margaret loved to travel, she enjoyed cooking especially traditional polish food. She liked...
John A. Jakubowicz
Mar 20, 2022
John A. Jakubowicz, 72, of Dunkirk, passed away Sunday evening, March 20, 2022, at home. Bron in Dunkirk, April 19, 1949, son of the late Alfred J. and Albertine G. (Omez) Jakubowicz. John was an Honorable discharge U.S. Air Force veteran who was proud of his service in Vietnam. He served from 1966-72 as a crew chief of C-130 aircraft...
Clint A. Giordani
Mar 17, 2022
Clint Giordani of Dunkirk, originally from Brent-wood, N.Y., age 63, Beloved husband to Rachael A Giordani. Devoted father of Marion (Adam) Cleveley, Amanda Giordani and the late Ronnie Giordani. Beloved brother to Thomas (Margie) Giordani, Lisa Giordani, Christina (Vincent) Poggioreale, Dominic (Dot) Caruso and the late Ronnie Giordani and Victoria Giordani. He was a grandfather to eight wonderful grandchildren. Also...
David A. Groesch
Mar 16, 2022
David A. Groesch passed away on March 16, 2022, at the age of 57, in Buffalo. His battle with cancer over the last year showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the illness, David continued to inspire and share his humor until the end. He was born Nov. 20, 1964, in Westfield, son of the late...
Taurino Soto
Mar 14, 2022
Taurino Soto, 82, of Dunkirk, passed away peacefully Monday morning, March 14, 2022, at the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab Center. He was born Aug. 11, 1939, in Jayuya, Puerto Rico. Left behind to cherish his memory are his 11 children: sons: Anibal, Orlando, Damian, Ruben, Ivan, and Ely and daughters: Minerva, Luz, Sibila, Maria and Lidia. We are all going...
Brian W. Hobbs
Mar 13, 2022
Brian W. Hobbs, 61, passed away on March 13, 2022, from an unexpected heart attack. Even though a failing heart took him away from this world, his loving heart left a beacon of light for all in the community. He was born in Dunkirk, N.Y., on Dec. 6, 1960. A lifelong area resident, Brian graduated with the DHS class of...
Sophia T. Kubasik
Mar 11, 2022
Sophia (Bajdas) Kubasik, 97, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side at her home at St. Columban’s on the Lake on March 11, 2022. Sophia was born in Detroit, Mich., on April 15, 1924, the daughter of Thomas and Anastasia (Malkowiak) Bajdas. She was employed by Van Ralte and retired from Kraft Foods after 30 years. She...
Ardene Dimmer
Mar 10, 2022
Passed away peacefully at Brooks Memorial Hospital. Ardene was born in Dunkirk; the daughter of Walter Raczka and Julia Kulpa Raczka. She attended Dunkirk schools and Bryant & Stratton. Ardene worked for a period of time in insurance; excelled at purchasing at Alumax Extrusions and subsequently as a secretary in a local law office. Ardene was a loving mother, wife...
Carol M. Aitken
Mar 5, 2022
MEMORIAL UPDATE Carol M. Aitken, 81, of Fredonia, passed away on Saturday evening. March 5, 2022 at Mercy Hospital. She was born Feb. 15, 1941, in Dunkirk, daughter of the late Fiori and Mary (Vendetti) Conti Sr. Carol was a instructor at the ABC Immigrant School in Fredonia. Surviving are children: Natalie Allen, Niki Alling, Harry Aitken and William (Jessica)...
Richard P Jakubczyk
Mar 4, 2022
Richard Paul “Peanuts” Jakubczyk , 76, of Dunkirk, died Friday evening March 4, 2022 surrounded by loved ones at Brooks Memorial Hospital. He was born July 4, 1945, in Dunkirk, son of the late Joseph and Shirley (Lemiszko) Jakubczyk. He was a graduate of Dunkirk Industrial High School. He served in the U.S. Army from 1966-68. He was stationed in...
David Reading
Feb 25, 2022
David J. “Dickie” Reading, 72, of Dunkirk, passed away. on Friday, Feb. 25, after a long courageous battle with cancer. Dickie was a life-long resident of Dunkirk who enjoyed hunting and stopping by local ball fields to watch a game or two. His faith was strong as he was an active member of St Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish. One of...
Carol S. Bekeleski
Feb 24, 2022
Carol S. Bekeleski, 85, of Dunkirk, died, Feb. 24, 2022, at Brooks Memorial Hospital, with her loving care giver and niece, Debra Messere at her side. She was born in Dunkirk May 16, 1936, daughter of the late George and Evelyn (Hayes) McQuiggan. Carol owned and operated with her late husband, Becky’s Deli in Dunkirk, for a number of years....
Dolores A. Szukala
Feb 22, 2022
Dolores Ann “SIS” Szukala, 74, of Dunkirk, past away Tuesday, Feb. 22, 2022, at the home with her daughters at her side. She was born Jan. 16, 1948, in Dunkirk, daughter of the late Elmer and Isabelle (Gorczynski) Graves. A retired real estate agent having worked for Midtown Reality for many years. Dolores was a past member at the Dom...
Jamie J. Paupenbroke
Feb 20, 2022
Jamie J. Pupenbroke, 64, of Fredonia passed away on Feb. 20, 2022, at Millard Fillmore Hospital. He was born in Dunkirk, Oct. 7, 1957, the son of the late Fred and Virginia (Krystofiak) Pupenbroke. A lifelong area resident, Jamie graduated with the DHS class of 1975. He was in construction work with Labor Local 210 until he was injured in...
Thomas J. Dascenzo
Feb 15, 2022
Thomas J. Dascenzo Sr., of Dunkirk, N.Y., reached the end of his wonderful life on Aug. 5, 2021, at the age of 85. Thomas was born on February 18, 1936, to Lynn and Josephine Dascenzo in Sheridan, N.Y. Thomas joined the U.s Marine Corps in 1954-57, serving in the Korean War. Once his service was completed, he married his wife,...
Michael R Mawhir
Feb 11, 2022
Michael R. Mawhir, 76, passed away Friday (Feb.11) peacefully at home with his daughter by his side. Michael a lifelong resident of Dunkirk, was born December 4, 1945, to the late Richard R. and Helen G. (Mullaney) Mawhir. He was a graduate of Dunkirk High School. He entered the U.S. Navy right out of high school and served in the...
Daniel S Somerfeldt
Feb 3, 2022
Daniel S. Somerfeldt “Doc” of Silver Creek, NY, died on February 3, 2022, peacefully surrounded by his family. He was born May 8, 1926, in Dunkirk, NY, the son of Stanley and Rose (Kuczenski) Somerfeldt. He graduated from Dunkirk Highschool and served in the US Navy during World War II, in Pacific Theater. Upon his return he worked at Hoffman’s...
Virginia Gill
Jan 24, 2022
Virginia Gill, 82, of Dunkirk, died Jan. 24, 2022, at Erie County Medical Center. She was born May 21, 1939, in Penulas, Puerto Rico, daughter of the late Alsisclo Serrano Santana and Emilia Quinones Correa. A retired employee of the former Red Wing in Fredonia. Virginia was a devoted member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Roman Catholic Church, Sacred Heart...
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