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Dunkirk Obituaries

Local obituaries for Dunkirk, New York

Felix E. Swiech

Felix E. Swiech

Dec 12, 2022

 

Felix E. Swiech, 95, of Dunkirk, NY passed away Monday, December 12, at the Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Felix was born March 3, 1927 to the late Anastaszy and Rozalia Swiech.

He was a World War II Army veteran and a career employee for National Fuel Gas.

Felix’s memberships included Blessed Mary Angela Parish Church of St. Hedwig,...

Helen Elzada Schrader

Helen Elzada Schrader

Nov 18, 2022

 

Helen "Elzada" Schrader, 92, of Hamburg, formerly of Farnham, NY, went home to her Lord and Savior Friday, November 18, 2022, surrounded by her loving family.   Elzada was a well known Restaurateur, chef, and baker.   She is preceded by her loving husband Theodore H. Schrader as well as her eldest son Ted (Ellen) Opie, her parents and siblings....

Edward H Dragon

Edward H Dragon

Nov 17, 2022

 

Edward Hugh Dragon, 61, of Dunkirk, died suddenly on Thursday, November 17th from a heart attack.Ed was born at Brooks Memorial Hospital on June 13, 1961, the son of Robert and Elaine Dragon.

 

He attended Dunkirk schools and then served in the U.S. Navy for 6 years, including serving aboard the USS

Sylvania during the 1983 invasion of Grenada.  Ed was incredibly...

Frances A. Kujawa

Frances A. Kujawa

Nov 10, 2022

Frances A. Kujawa, age 88 of Dunkirk, N.Y., passed away on Nov. 10, 2022.

Born Frances Anne Wachter, in Killbuck N.Y., she retired from the Chautauqua County Home. When she could, Frances attended mass at St. Hyacinths Church.

Frances is survived by three children, Gwendolyn (Ray) Tolbert, Darlene

(Jeff) Rowe and Edward (Monica) Rasmus, 6 grandchildren: Brian Rasmus,

Scott Franklin, Kimberly Tolbert, Breana Moll,...

Patrick  J Halas

Patrick J Halas

Nov 10, 2022

Patrick J. Halas, 70, of Sheridan, died, Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022, at home.

Born in Dunkirk, March 5, 1952, son of the late Peter and Sophie (Maslach) Halas Sr.

A celebration of life and a complete obituary will be published at a later date to be announced in 2023.

Frances J.  Frey

Frances J. Frey

Nov 3, 2022

Frances Jean Frey 76, passed away peacefully, Thursday evening, surrounded by her family at the Chautauqua County Hospice home in Lakewood.

Born November 7,1945 in Pensacola, FL, daughter of the late Thelma and Glenn Cornelius.

She was a lifelong resident of Dunkirk but had resided in Forestville for the past 6 years.

She was employed by the Salvation Army Thrift Store where she...

Samuel C Spera

Samuel C Spera

Oct 28, 2022

Samuel C. Spera, 60, of Westfield, passed away Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022, at home.

Born in Dunkirk, Sept. 22, 1962, son of the late Anthony and Jennie (Ingavo) Spera.

A past employee of the former Carriage House in Fredonia, until its closing, and now worked at the Green Meadows Golf Course in North East.

Sam enjoyed to golf, play baseball and was an...

Irene May

Irene May

Oct 15, 2022

Irene S. May of Dunkirk NY, died Oct. 12, at Chautauqua Nursing and Rehab following a lengthy illness.

Born Nov. 16, 1926, in Dunkirk, daughter of the late Frank and Rose (Kalfas) Majka.

A homemaker and former employee of VanRaalte.

She was a member of Blessed Mary Angela.

Irene was an avid Bingo player, animal lover and fan of the Atlanta Braves.

Survivors include son,...

Robert L Rosplock

Robert L Rosplock

Oct 12, 2022

“You yourself are a letter, written on our hearts known and read by everyone. You have shown you are a letter from Christ”-2 Corinthians 3:2-3

Robert Lawrence Rosplock went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022 while in the care of the kind individuals at Select Specialty Hospital in Erie, PA.

He was born in Elmira, NY on June...

Paul Bradley

Paul Bradley

Oct 10, 2022

Paul Bradley, 74, of Dunkirk, died Monday October 10, 2022, at home.

Born October 14, 1947, in Dunkirk, son of the late Aloysius “Buster” and Edna (Dutton) Bradley.

A retired employee of Dunkirk Specialty Steel, Engineer on the Chautauqua Belle, and honored Veteran of over 27 years having served in both the US Navy and Army National Guard.

An avid outdoorsman Paul loved...

Frances A.  Mount

Frances A. Mount

Oct 1, 2022

rances A. Mount, 90, of Dunkirk, died Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, at Brooks Hospital.

Born June 24, 1932, in Warren, Pa.

He was a retired employee of Rural Ministries in Dunkirk.

Surviving are children: Sharon Steinruck, Charles (Linda) Eckerdt, Bernard Mount Jr., Talbert (Mary) Mount, Nora (Juan) Contreras; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; nieces and nephews also survive.

Preceded by her parents, Ralph and Leona...

Albert C. Salgado

Albert C. Salgado

Sep 27, 2022

Albert Colon Salgado, 64, of Dunkirk, passed away Tuesday afternoon Sept. 27, 2022, at Brooks Memorial Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He had fought a long battle with cancer.

Albert was born on Jan 4, 1958, in Dunkirk, N.Y., the son of the late Rafael R. Salgado and Carmen (Colon) Salgado.

A resident of Dunkirk since 1958, Mr. Salgado had been...

Cathryn F Farnham

Cathryn F Farnham

Sep 26, 2022

Cathryn F. Farnham, 69, of Dunkirk, died, Monday, Sept. 26, 2022, at home.

Born Aug. 30, 1953, in Detroit, Mich., daughter of the late Carter and Barbara (Louberry) Smith.

A past employee of Kmart in Syracuse.

Cathryn was known as the neighbor rescue with all the animals that she would take care of, the dogs and cats, especially her own feline companion, Tommy.

Surviving...

Stephen E.  Case

Stephen E. Case

Sep 24, 2022

Stephen E. Case, 62, of Dunkirk, passed away Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, unexpectedly at home. where he lived with his mother, Princess I Case.

He was born Sept. 8,1960, in Portland, Maine, the son of the late Richard C. Case and Princess (Davidson) Case.

He was an avid golfer and he loved the Buffalo Bills. He also loved country music.

Over the years...

Jose  A.  Carmona, Jr.

Jose A. Carmona, Jr.

Sep 23, 2022

Jose A. Carmona Jr., 39, entered into rest on Friday, Sept. 23, 2022.

Beloved husband of Meagan R. Carmona.

Loving father of Stephon, Mya, Isabella, Aaliyah, Jada and Jaxon Carmona.

Loving brother of Lizzette, Josseline and Giovany Carmona.

Predeceased by mother, Carmen Montanez; and sisters, Nannette, Wilma, and Daiana Carmona.

Survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Go Giants

Relatives and friends may call Wednesday...

Chrfistopher Lombardi

Chrfistopher Lombardi

Sep 10, 2022

Christopher M. Lobardi, 49, of Dunkirk, died Saturday morning, Sept. 10, 2022, at Brooks Memorial Hospital.

Born July 22, 1973, in Phoenix, Ariz., son of the late Michael and Iris (Goodwin) Lombardi.

A past employee of C & M Painting.

Surviving are his fiance, Shelita Ellis; daughter, Haylee Glenn; son, Joseph Lombardi; along with brothers and sisters,

Private services were held.

Cynthia Skelly

Cynthia Skelly

Aug 8, 2022

Cynthia S. Skelly, 70, of Fredonia, passed away Monday morning Aug. 8, 2022, at home, with her family at her side. Born in Dunkirk, Sept. 4, 1951, the daughter of the late Ray House and June (Thomas) Depew. A graduate of Fredonia High School. Cynthia worked many years at the former Twin Fair, Perkins restaurant, where she met her husband,...

David P Smith

David P Smith

Aug 5, 2022

David P. Smith, 75 passed away on Friday, Aug. 5, 2022, at Brooks Hospital after battling cancer. Born in Brocton, Dec.15, 1946, son of the late Chauncy and Virginia (Delp) Smith. A retired employee of the Carriage House. Resident of the Dunkirk/Fredonia area most of his life, Dave enjoyed classic cars and attending car shows. He also enjoyed watching westerns...

David P Smith

David P Smith

Aug 5, 2022

David P. Smith, 75 passed away on Friday, Aug. 5, 2022, at Brooks Hospital after battling cancer. Born in Brocton, Dec.15, 1946, son of the late Chauncy and Virginia (Delp) Smith. A retired employee of the Carriage House. Resident of the Dunkirk/Fredonia area most of his life, Dave enjoyed classic cars and attending car shows. He also enjoyed watching westerns...

Thomas J. Guziec Sr.

Thomas J. Guziec Sr.

Jul 27, 2022

Thomas J. Guziec Sr., passed away Wednesday evening, July 27, 2022, at Chautauqua nursing and rehab with his family by his side. Born in Dunkirk February 24, 1947, son of the late Edward and Stephanie (Purol) Guziec. A graduate of Catholic school and a graduate of Cardinal Mindzenty High School in Dunkirk. Tom was a US Army veteran Sgt with...