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Robert C. “Butch” Gutknecht

Robert C. “Butch” Gutknecht, 77, of Jamestown, passed away in his home surrounded by his family on Friday, February 6, 2026. He was born in Jamestown on September 5, 1948, to the late Robert C. and Elsie Sheldon Gutknecht. Butch was a computer programmer, working for Cummins Engine Co. ...

James H. Gassman

James H. Gassman, 97, passed away peacefully on Jan. 19, 2026. He was born June 13, 1928, to the late Herman J. and Mirth E. (Bush) Gassman. James was a 1947 graduate of Eden High School, Eden, NY, and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree from Buffalo State University followed by a Master ...

Carl Ray Vergith Jr.

Carl Ray Vergith Jr., 38, of Jamestown, NY, passed away on Feb. 3, 2026, in South Carolina due to complications following an overdose. He leaves behind his son, Hunter Ray Vergith, as well as his parents, siblings, extended family, and many loved ones. A celebration of life will be held at ...

Debra A. Tomassini

Debra A. Tomassini, 69, of Jamestown, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026, at Heritage Green Rehab and Skilled Nursing. She was born in Jamestown on Jan. 21, 1957, to Harold Barber and the late Jean Lutgen Barber. Debbie was first and foremost a wife and ...

Charles I. Bova

Charles I. Bova, 82, of Falconer, passed away unexpectedly Thursday (Feb. 5, 2026) in his home. Prior to retirement he was employed by MRC-SKF. He is survived by his wife Susan B. Bova. A complete obituary will be published at a later date in the Post Journal. Arrangements are by the Falconer Funeral Home.

Eric T. Johnson

Eric T. Johnson 1948 – 2026 Eric T. Johnson, 77, of South Dayton, NY entered into rest Jan. 31, 2026. Visitation and Funeral Service for Eric T Johnson has been rescheduled from Sunday Feb. 8, 2026 to Sunday Feb. 22, 2026. Visitation will be from 1PM to 3PM with the funeral service to immediately follow at 3PM all being held at DiStasio Funeral Home 478 Route 83 at Balcom Corners South Dayton.