Dr. John H. Twist D.D.S.

1936 - 2025

Twist, Dr. John H., D.D.S.

Jan 1, 1936 - Dec 14, 2025

Of Lackawanna, at the age of 89, after a brief illness, on December 14th, 2025. Son of the late Frank J., Sr. and Mary M. (nee O'Rourke) Twist. Brother of the late Frank J., Jr. (late Rose Marie), James N., Thomas H. (Donna), Robert J. (late Charmaine), David D. (late Patricia) and Mary Katharine Twist. Treasured uncle of Donna (Rodney) Parker, late Thomas (Kathy) Twist, David D. Twist, Jr., Barbara (Gregory) Hartman, Charles Twist, Charmaine (Mark) Hogan, James F. Twist, M.D.(Maureen), Margaret (Peter) Spadinger, Robert J. Twist, Jr. (Barbara), Christine (Andrew) Burke, Mary Ellen (Paul, D.D.S) Creighton, Brian (Sarah) Twist, Patricia (John) Graham, Clare J. Twist, M.D., Steven (Janelle) Twist, and Katharine (John) Burns. Visitation Thursday, December 18th from 3 to 7 p.m. at NORMAN E. GANNON & SONS, Inc., FUNERAL HOME, 1075 Ridge Rd., Lackawanna (716-824-4000). Friends are invited to join the family for The Mass of Christian Burial at OUR LADY OF VICTORY NATIONAL SHRINE & BASILICA Friday, December 19th at 10:00 AM. Burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Dr Twist practiced dentistry in Lackawanna for 35 years, was an active member and past president of the Eighth District Dental Society, and an active alumna of Canisius College and UB School of Dental Medicine. His vast involvement at Our Lady of Victory Basilica included time as a Trustee, member of the Parish Finance Council, and tireless volunteer both at the Basilica and OLV Charities. He was named honorary co-chair of the 2026 Centennial Anniversary Celebration. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages memorials to Our Lady of Victory National Shrine & Basilica, 767 Ridge Rd, Lackawanna, NY 14218. Please visit

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