Obituaries

Dunkirk Obituaries

Local obituaries for Dunkirk, New York

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...

Jeffrey S Ganey

Jeffrey S Ganey

Jun 27, 2022

JEFFREY S. "HOOPY" GANEY Jeffrey S. Ganey "Hoopy", 44, of Dunkirk ended a courageous battle with a congenital heart defect early Monday morning (June 27, 2022) at the Cleveland Clinic with his girlfriend Jeanette at his side. He was born in Dunkirk on September 22, 1977, son of Thomas Ganey and Marie (Kulpa) Ganey. A graduate of Dunkirk High School,...

Mary Jane McKenna

Mary Jane McKenna

Jun 24, 2022

Mary Jane McKenna, 81, of Fredonia, N.Y., passed away peacefully on June 24, 2022. Mary Jane spent her life devoted to her family, and is survived by her husband, James McKenna. Mary Jane and James met 64 years ago and would have celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary this September. Mary Jane is also survived by her siblings: Deanna (late Victor)...

John  Joseph  Ceranowicz

John Joseph Ceranowicz

Jun 18, 2022

John Joseph Ceranowicz, 96, of Dunkirk, passed away Saturday, June 18, 2022, at home, following a brief illness, with his family at his side. Born Nov. 18, 1925, in Dunkirk, son of the late John Joseph and Mary (Slomianna) Ceranowicz. John was a U.S. Army veteran during World War II as a surgical technician from 1944-46, and received the Army...

George Kohn

George Kohn

Jun 14, 2022

George C. Kohn Jr., suddenly died June 14,2022. He was the beloved son of George C. Kohn Sr., and the late Loraine (nee Butzer) Kohn. Dear father to Elaine (John Jenrette) Kohn, Alice (Richard) Meyers, Ruth Kohn, grandfather to Elizabeth Kohn; siblings: Carolyn (Jack) Herman, Marilyn (Don) Robbins, Kimberly (Tom) Linfore, Richard (Tammy) Kohn. Preceded by his wife, Patricia (nee...