All Obituaries

    Sharon L. Jackson, 73, of Cherry Creek, NY entered into rest February 16, 2020 surrounded by her family. She was born April 15, 1946 in Jamestown, NY to Raymond and Leola Blair. She was married to Cyrus Jackson on September 12, 1965 Sharon graduated from Pine Valley Central Schools and then retired as Administrator of Johnsons Adult Home in Forestville, NY. She loved to sew, cook, plant flowers, travel and spend time with her children and grandchildren. Sharon always loved...

June Hale (Smith) Mirwald passed away at the age of 99 on February 10, 2020 at the Chautauqua Rehabilitation and Nursing Home in Dunkirk, NY. For most of her life June resided in South Dayton, NY with her husband of 49 years, Wenzel (Sam) Mirwald, who passed away in 1990. In addition to being a homemaker for her family, June worked outside the home as a waitress at Mirwald’s Restaurant and served on the local boards of elections for several years. For the past six years June has been...

Albert T. Butcher “AB”, 92, born on June 8th, 1927 son of Clyde E. & Janet (Ingersoll) Butcher, passed away on February 3, 2020.  AB was preceded in death by his daughter Paula and his sons Randy Lee (Connie) and Dale Allen Butcher.  He is survived by Marily K. Butcher, his loving wife of 52 years, his children: Marc J. & (Carole) Butcher, Cheryl E. Butcher & (Rabaa Yusif), Rex E. & (Darlene A.) Butcher, and 13 grandchildren: Deja (Brian);...

  Erling G. Carlson, 94, of South Dayton, NY entered into rest January 16, 2020. He was born January 25, 1925 in Visby, Sweden to the Carl and Martha Carlson Erling immigrated to the United States as a child, becoming a citizen and serving in the US Navy in World War II. He was a long term over the road truck driver, then went on to get his masters in Theology and became a Chaplin. Later officiating at three of his grandchildren’s weddings. He was also involved with transport...

Calvin A. Abbey, 71, of Otto, NY entered into rest December 29,2019 Calvin was born January 4, 1948 to the late Byron and Elizabeth (Deyo) Abbey. He is survived by his loving wife Karen, his children Christy, Cody, Kim and Leighann; stepchildren Yvette and Jamey; 10 grandchildren and one great grandaughter; his siblings Kathleen, Janice and Jeanie also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. A memorial service will be held in the spring.

Harry W. Bailey Sr., 66, of Cherry Creek, NY entered into rest December 28, 2019. He was born March 12, 1953 in Waverly, NY to the late Robert Jr. and the late Ollie (Reynolds) Bailey. Harry retired from Titan X Engine Cooling in 2014 after 28 years of service. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time with family. Harry is survived by his loving wife of 48 years Patricia; his cherished children Harry Jr. (Tricia), Larry(Tracilynn), and Steve (Jennysue); 10 grandchildren and 9 great...

Robert "Pops" Klemens, 87, of South Dayton, NY entered into rest December 25, 2019. He was born November 15, 1932 in Bellefonte, PA to the late Jacob Kleman and late Gladys Horner. Robert graduated in 1949 from Petersburg High School in Virginia, then enlisted in the United States Air Force in the same year. He retired from Gowanda Psychiatric Center in 1990 after 22 years. Robert started the local baseball little leagues and girls’ softball league also forming the...

Norma D. Brunswick, 84, formally of Cherry Creek entered into rest November 23, 2019 She was born June 28, 1935 in Allentown, PA the daughter of Ralph and Ruth (Ruckle) Beaver. Norma was active in the Pine Valley PTA and The First Baptist Church of Cherry Creek. She is survived by her children Laurie Brunswick of S.Portland,ME, Douglas (Sally) Brunswick of Chesapeake,VA, Brian Brunswick of Cherry Creek,NY, Timothy (Colleen) Brunswick of South Dayton, NY, Steven Brunswick of Norfolk,...

  Alta M. Lengerich, 77, of Conewango Valley entered into rest November 4, 2019. She was born September 22, 1942 in Jamestown, NY the daughter of Ernest and Dorothy (Leach) Ackler. Alta worked at Cherry Creek Woodcraft, CB Foods in South Dayton eventually retiring from Gowanda Nursing Home as a Laundry Aide. She enjoyed yard sales, collecting teapots and gardening, especially in the flower garden. Alta is survived by her longtime companion Edward Sawyer, her children Kevin, Randy,...

  John H. Colburn, 91, of Cherry Creek, NY went to be with Christ in Heaven October 24, 2019. He was born April 30, 1928 in Conewango, NY to the late Justin T. and late Lucy F. (Sharp) Colburn. John was married to the love of his life Ethel F. Park on September 17, 1949 and they just celebrated their 70th anniversary. He worked for Dahlstrom Manufacturing where he was a brake operator for 28 years. John was a member of the Cherry Creek Baptist Church and was a lifetime member of...