Dear friends, With heavy hearts, we share that our precious mom, Marcia M. Hayward Okerlund, born Sept. 29, 1939, went home to be with the Lord on Jan. 10, 2026. As we grieve, we find ourselves reflecting on the life she lived; a life marked by quiet strength, enduring love, and remarkable ...

Judy Elaine Abbott Galati, 76, a nurturing spirit who dedicated her life to caring for others, passed away peacefully on Jan. 5, 2026, at Taylorsville House in Alexander County. She was born on Jan. 13, 1949, in Jamestown, NY. She was a 1966 graduate of Southwestern High School. Throughout her ...

Melissa J. Hamilton was born on May 6, 1958, in Dunkirk, NY, daughter of Richard J. Smith and Mildred E. (Robson) Shaffer. Melissa is preceded in death by both parents and brother-in-law, Jerold E. Hulett. She is survived by her beloved husband of 32 years, Jon A. Hamilton, daughters, Stephanie ...

Steven J. Rodriguez, 63, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026 in UPMC Chautauqua surrounded by loving family. He was born Dec. 24, 1962 in Jamestown, the son of Enrique “Chico” and Judy Babyak Rodriguez. He returned to this area after several years in Delaware, Maryland, and ...