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James Francis Gennock Sr., passed away peacefully at his son’s home in Dunkirk, NY, on October 15, 2026. Born September 13, 1952, to the late Nicholas and Teresa (Colella) Gennock of New Castle, PA, he was 74.
Following trade school, Jim pursued a long career in Quality Control Inspection and Engineering; first at Rockwell Industries in his hometown, then at Bush Industries in Jamestown, NY, before retiring in 2022.
During his life, Jim pursued many hobbies including, first-and-foremost HAM radio, model airplanes, photography, woodworking, stained glass art, as well as outdoor activities: fishing, boating, motorcycling, and cruising in his orange Corvette.
In addition to his parents, he is predeceased by two infant brothers John and Anthony Gennock and grandson Aaron Rathmann. Jim is survived by wife Connie Gennock, children Kayleen (Chris) Emley of Frewsburg, NY, James (Jennifer) Gennock Jr. of Dunkrik, NY, grandchildren Nick and Alicyn Emley and Angelina Gennock, great-grandson Wyatt, and his best buddy, “Chopper the Pug.”
While funeral services will be held privately per Jim’s request, the family would like to extend thanks to Hospice of Chautauqua County and its volunteers for their compassionate support, and invite family and friends to make donations in Jim’s memory.
Arrangements have been made by FANTAUZZI FUNERAL HOME, 82 E Main St, Fredonia, NY.