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Of Amherst, NY, entered into rest on February 18, 2026. Beloved husband of Cheryl (nee Robinson) Vance; devoted father of John Paul, Wesley, and Morgan Vance; cherished son of the late John W. M.D. and Valerie Vance; loving brother of Katherine (Gregory) Hill, Linda (Brian) Linton, John (Robyne) Vance, Paul A. (Beth) Vance, and Valerie Vance. Also survived by step-mother Diane Vance, step-sisters, nieces, nephews, family and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Snyder Chapel) 4614 Main St., near Harlem Rd., on Tuesday March 31, from 4-7 PM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
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