All Obituaries

Norman E. Volk, 88, of Cherry Creek,NY entered into rest June 16, 2019. He was born February 13, 1931 in Cottage, NY to the late William and Gertrude Volk. Norman is survived by his wife of 30 years Nancy: his children Rodney, Joan Toter and Linda Danahy, Nancy’s children Michael Beutler, Christine (Gary) Mclamb and Kelli (Matthew) Marie; 11 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren; also, many cousins. He was predeceased by his sister Wilma Lincoln. Relatives and friends may visit...

Patricia M. Kanney, 83, of Akron, NY entered into rest June 14, 2019. She was born September 14, 1935 in Buffalo, NY to the late James and Elizabeth Gaskin. Patricia is survived by her brothers William (Joanne) Schmidt and Glenn “Butch” (Pat) Gaskin also survived by several nieces and a nephew. She was pre deceased by her husband William Kanney and a sister Margaret Harvey. Relatives and friends may visit DiStasio Funeral Home 478 Route 83 at Balcom Corners South Dayton...

Judith M Warren, 71, of Springville entered into rest June 2, 2019. She was born April 12, 1948 in Buffalo, NY to the Late Francis and Winifred Mayer. Judith loved her family, gardening, bird watching and nature. She is survived by her husband John, her siblings Kevin (Vanessa) Mayer and Lou (Michael) Wendling; her nieces Jo Anne, Judith, Julie and nephew Joey. Judith was adored and cherished by her nieces and nephew like a second mother. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10AM...

Raymond Everett Hill a longtime resident dairy farmer for over 60 years in North Otto, New York, passed away on May 31, 2019, joining his beloved wife, Eloise, who passed on August 7, 2015. Raymond and Eloise were married for almost 70 years. Raymond was 92 and had resided in Homosassa, Florida where he had spent his winters for the past 20 years. For the past 5 years his granddaughter, Jessica, and daughter, Lorri, assisted in his care. He is survived by his 6 children: Sue, Linda, Larry,...

Jonathan P. Durolek-Guglielmi, 35, of Little Valley passed suddenly May 24, 2019 He was born March 21, 1984 in Buffalo, NY to Lori Durolek - Bradigan. Jonathan graduated from Pine Valley Central Schools in 2002. He played football for the school wearing #67 and skied with the ski club at Cockaigne. He loved woodworking, hunting, fishing and spending time with his children. Family always came first. Jonathan is survived by his children Donavon Michael, Alexis Noel and Tyler...

Connie Lee Swartz Hitchcock, 76, Of Sinclairville passed away Wednesday May 15,2019 at Buffalo General Hospital. She is survived by her husband of 56 years Paul Edward Hitchcock Sr., a son Paul Edward Hitchcock Jr., daughters Alice Caroline (Kevin) Carlson of Kimbalstand, Susan Elaine (Chris) Roll of Sinclairville, Diana Pauline Merzweiler (Brian Park) of Sinclairville and Vicki Lynn (Michael) Horan of Sinclairville; Ten wonderful grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren: siblings Mildred...

Jeanne C. Nichols, 82, of Cattaraugus entered into heavenly rest May 14, 2019 with family at her side. She was born September 25, 1936 in Gowanda, NY to the late Joseph Donald and Jeanne Collins Barber. Jeanne graduated from Cattaraugus Central Schools in 1954. She married William Charles Nichols October 16, 1954. Her work life included time at two local grocery stores, an aide at the Cattaraugus Central Schools and WNYDDSO in Salamanca from which special residents became family. After...

Fred E. Pimm Jr., 87, of Coldenham and Leon NY entered into rest May 7,2019 He was born December 2, 1931 in Coldenham, NY to the late Fred Sr. and Harriet Smith Pimm. Fred was a lifelong farmer, a Mason, a Grange member, a Fire Commisioner and a 4H Leader. He will be remembered for his gentle kindness, steady work ethic, strength, masterful driving ability, mad math skills, great sense of humor and positive outlook on life. He is survived by his loving wife Alta (Del) of 47 years; his...

Judith Grover, 66, of Markhams entered into rest May 4, 2019 Judith was born May 26, 1952 in Buffalo, NY to the late Ralph and Irma Phillips. She loved feeding birds, gardening and camping. Judith is survived by her two sons Gary (Kimberly) Grover Jr. and Kevin (Justine) Grover; grandchildren Haylee, Lauren, Emily and Madelyn; siblings Gail (Marv) Riddell, Ken (Jill) Phillips and a close friend Donald Bieger also survived by several nieces’ and nephews She was predeceased by her...

Jean C. Thompson, 88, of Leon, NY entered into rest May 2, 2019 She was born September 29, 1930 in Cherry Creek, NY to the late Claire and Eva Colvin. Jean is survived by her son William; grandchildren Derek, Alex, Peter, Jennelle and Ryan; 7 great grandchildren and a brother Brian (Anna) Colvin also survived by several nieces and nephews. She was pre deceased by her daughter Catherine Riley, first husband Peter Indelicato, second husband William Thompson Sr., her brothers Fay, Roy,...