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Gail CHAFFIN Obituary

CHAFFIN - Gail R. (nee Jennings)
Passed peacefully on January 25, 2023, at the age of 74. Beloved wife of Dennis Chaffin for over 56 years. Loving mother of Lisa Chaffin, Randall Chaffin (passed), Stacy Chaffin (passed) and Renae Kieffer Chaffin. Loving grandmother to five grandchildren, predeceased by one grandchild and great-grandmother to two great-grandchildren. No funeral services will be made at Gail's request. Online condolences may be made at www.TheDietrichFuneralHome.com

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Published by Buffalo News on Feb. 5, 2023.

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Sandi Gurbacki

February 7, 2023

Renae so sorry for your loss of your mom. Hopefully all your wonderful memories of her will make you smile and lift your spirits when your days are gloomy. Sandi Gurbacki

Wayne & Molly Toth

February 6, 2023

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Janie Chaffin

February 5, 2023

I remember Gail to be an avid reader, a talented cross stitch designer, and a really good fried okra chef who was the life of the party, full of fun and beautiful laughter. Her love for her family brought her such joy! We will miss you, Gail, but you will never be forgotten!

Tina armbruster

February 5, 2023

So sorry Lisa for your loss .. your mom was an incredible and kind lady . The world is a better place because of her .. sending much love to you and your family .

Sue Kalbeck

February 5, 2023

My deepest sympathy to the Chaffin family

Kimberly and Patrick Corbett

February 5, 2023

Renae, so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Rely on your many wonderful memories of her. She´s a beautiful angel now! Much love being sent to you and your family.

Sara Nabozny

February 5, 2023

We are so very sorry for your incredible loss. You all are in our hearts...
Dave and Sara Nabozny

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