DiStasio Funeral Home Inc.

DiStasio Funeral Home Inc. Funeral, Funeral Trusts, Cremation and Monuments
478 Route 83 at Balcom Corners,S.Dayton,NY. Our service to you is our highest priority.

We value the trust you have placed in our firm to meet your every need during this difficult time of your lives. We pay special attention to every detail that will make this experience as comfortable and enriching as possible. Our commitment is to serving you. Our unique funeral chapel is designed to help each visitor feel as comfortable as possible. Our South Dayton Chapel located at 478 Route 83 Balcom Corners, two miles west of South Dayton, opened in June 1975 and is a modern yet traditional design with large chapels, arrangement office, and roomy display areas for funeral merchandise selections. All our chapels have spacious rooms, ample parking, arrangement offices, merchandise showrooms, unique landscaping, are handicap accessible and exhibit decor that is comforting, pleasant and peaceful to meet most every family's needs. In Cattaraugus we now offer our families the use of Roberts Memorial Free Methodist Church located at 111 South Street to have visitations and funeral services. The building is more convenient for families with more room and tons of parking. Gemstone Memorials offers excellent choices to make a lasting memorial tribute to your loved ones. Monuments can be viewed on site in South Dayton. Legacy Touch fingerprint jewelry and many other types of personalization available.

02/20/2026

Charles Shaffer Funeral Service

Charles M. Shaffer1959 - 2026Charles M. Shaffer, 67, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, at his home with famil...
02/15/2026

Charles M. Shaffer
1959 - 2026
Charles M. Shaffer, 67, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, at his home with family by his side. Born on February 2, 1959, in Salamanca, Charles was a man whose passion for life and love for his family was immense.
Charles is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 44 years, Debbie L. (Doner) Shaffer. Together, they built a life full of love, laughter and fond memories. He leaves behind a legacy through his children Charles (April) Shaffer Jr, Jason (Stephanie) Doner, Chasity Kubic, Angel (Roger Woodcock Jr.) Doner, Denae (Thomas Dalton) Doner, and Sarah (Michael) Smith. His role as a grandfather was one he truly cherished. His spirit lives on through grandchildren Justina, Skyler, Austin, Jayla, Logan, Maxwell, Jayden, Joleena, Kailyn, Jack, Landon, Hope, Jordan, Trevor, Layla, Aaliyah, and Lexi, as well as his beloved great-grandchildren Caleigh and Victoria.
Charles leaves behind two siblings, a brother Michael (Kathy) Shaffer and sister Betty Brown. A host of nieces and nephews also survive him. He was predeceased by his parents, Ernest Sr. and Phyllis (Covert) Shaffer, and his siblings Ernest L., Robert P., Terry, Anna, and one nephew Robert Shaffer Jr.
Spending many years self employed, he worked as a logger skidding with work horses and cutting firewood. He also spent many years working for the union installing glass in buildings including the Nascar Hall of Fame in Charlotte NC and Buffalo General Hospital in Buffalo NY.
Charles was full of surprises and lived life on his own terms. He enjoyed going to livestock auctions and would often come home with a new animal. His grandchildren and great grandchildren were the light of his life. He enjoyed hosting a family pig roast each year that became a cherished tradition. Charles found solace in the quieter moments of life as well, often found sitting on the porch or under his willow tree, listening to music, smoking ci**rs and sipping on his juicies.
Relatives and friends may visit DiStasio Funeral Home 478 Route 83 at Balcom Corners South Dayton, Friday February 20, 2026 from 3PM to 6PM where a funeral service will immediately follow.
Online condolences may be made at www.distasiofuneralhome.com

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Wilfred E Waller, 71, of East Leon, NY entered into rest February 8, 2026, with his family by his side.He was born Augus...
02/10/2026

Wilfred E Waller, 71, of East Leon, NY entered into rest February 8, 2026, with his family by his side.
He was born August 29, 1954, in Hayti, MO to his late parents Homer and Agnes (Marchbanks) Waller.
W***y spent many years working for Austin Milling in South Dayton, NY as a Truck Driver.
He...

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Nicholle Ann Fox, 40, unexpectedly passed away February 4, 2026. Nicholle was born October 1, 1985 to Martin (Cindy) Dan...
02/09/2026

Nicholle Ann Fox, 40, unexpectedly passed away February 4, 2026. Nicholle was born October 1, 1985 to Martin (Cindy) Danner and the late Heather Steves. She is survived by her husband Lawrence Fox, as well as, her grandmother Janice (Zach) Zeitler, several siblings, nieces and nephews. Besides her m...

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Eric T. Johnson, 77, of South Dayton, NY entered into rest January 31, 2026He was born on September 14, 1948, in Gowanda...
02/06/2026

Eric T. Johnson, 77, of South Dayton, NY entered into rest January 31, 2026
He was born on September 14, 1948, in Gowanda, NY to his late parents Allen and Wilma (Myers) Johnson.
Eric graduated from Eden Central Schools and went on to serve in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He th...

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Carl W. Cortright, aged 90, of Hamlet passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, in Jamestown, NY. He was a cherished p...
02/05/2026

Carl W. Cortright, aged 90, of Hamlet passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, in Jamestown, NY. He was a cherished patriarch, friend, and longtime resident born on January 23, 1936, in Oswego, NY.

Carl's life was marked by a strong work ethic and joyful spirit. For over three and a half ...

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Robert L. Scott, 76, of South Dayton, NY entered into rest January 11,2026 with family by his side.He was born in Buffal...
01/12/2026

Robert L. Scott, 76, of South Dayton, NY entered into rest January 11,2026 with family by his side.
He was born in Buffalo, NY on August 3, 1949, to his late parents James and Alice (LaRouette) Scott.
Bob graduated from Pine Valley Central in 1968 and was immediately drafted and served his count...

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Carol B. Bromley 1928 - 2026Carol (Midge) Bromley, 94 of Leon passed away Thursday January 8, 2026. She was born in Hano...
01/10/2026

Carol B. Bromley
1928 - 2026

Carol (Midge) Bromley, 94 of Leon passed away Thursday January 8, 2026. She was born in Hanover, NY. Dec,25, 1928 to the late Levi and Esther (Gay) Palmer of South Dayton.

She was a member of the Leon Firemen’s Auxiliary, a member of the Moose in Randolp...

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Dennis J. Baker2/10/52-12/30/25Dennis James Baker, 73, of Cattaraugus, passed away unexpectedly in the early morning hou...
12/31/2025

Dennis J. Baker
2/10/52-12/30/25

Dennis James Baker, 73, of Cattaraugus, passed away unexpectedly in the early morning hours of December 30th, 2025. He was born on February 10th, 1952, in Gowanda, son of the late Robert and Doris (Fuss) Baker.
On July 22, 1977, Dennis married his high s...

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12/26/2025
Melvin D. Conklin1939 - 2025Melvin D. Conklin, 86, of South Dayton, NY entered into rest December 20 2025 at home with f...
12/26/2025

Melvin D. Conklin
1939 - 2025

Melvin D. Conklin, 86, of South Dayton, NY entered into rest December 20 2025 at home with family by his side.

He was born April 11, 1939, in Gowanda, NY to his late parents Durward and Julia (McNamara) Conklin.

Mel graduated as Valedictorian f...

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Our service to you is our highest priority. We value the trust you have placed in our firm to meet your every need during this difficult time of your lives. We pay special attention to every detail that will make this experience as comfortable and enriching as possible. Our commitment is to serving you. Each of our unique funeral chapels are designed to help each visitor feel as comfortable as possible. Our South Dayton Chapel located at 478 Route 83 Balcom Corners, two miles west of South Dayton, opened in June 1975 and is a modern yet traditional design with large chapels, arrangement office, and roomy display areas for funeral merchandise selections. All our chapels have spacious rooms, ample parking, arrangement offices, merchandise showrooms, unique landscaping, are handicap accessible and exhibit decor that is comforting, pleasant and peaceful to meet most every family's needs. Cattaraugus Funeral Chapel at 55 South Main Street, opened in August of 1991 and is a lovely Victorian home built in 1888 with a unique gazebo entry which extends the visitation area outside for chatting with family and friends. This well-designed gazebo serves as a handicap entry surrounded by several small gardens that offer a sense of calm and old world charm. Gemstone Memorials offers excellent choices to make a lasting memorial tribute to your loved ones. Monuments can be viewed on site in South Dayton. Lifelong Memories is a personalized photo program for register books and memorials folders which become a individual keepsake and tribute. Customized candles and commemorative jewelry are also available.