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1961
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2019
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Dawn Andres Obituary
Born Feb. 23, 1961, in Buffalo, she was the daughter of Gary and Clara Eichlinger.
Dawn was a graduate of West Seneca West High School, Class of 1979. Dawn was a certified pharmacy technician. She had been employed, for many years, by Rite-Aid and Walgreens Pharmacy's, in Wellsville.
Surviving are two sons, Ryan McDonald of Bolivar and Brody (Jordan Coats) McDonald of Wellsville; two grandchildren, Havyn Coats and Gage McDonald; her parents, Gary and Clara Andres of Orchard Park; a brother, Gary (Amy) Andres of Strykersville, two sisters, Donna (Ron) Dinderski of Hershey Pa and Lori (Mike) Haefner of Clarence; several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her companion, Douglas McDonald, in 2009.
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday (Aug. 25, 2019) at the Bolivar Country Club, 8212 Halls Crossing Road. Rev. David Herne, of the Heritage AFlame Ministries, will officiate.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc. Bolivar.
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Susanne Linda Harris
Yesterday
My memories of you are still with me.
Miss you girl
william greene
August 21, 2019
worked with dawn when it was fays drug. such a nice lady. prayers to her family.
Carol ROUX
August 20, 2019
I first met Dawn and Dougie in Florida back in the 80's. We were young and silly. She was a strong woman, a beautiful person and loved her family. I will miss her deeply. Love the McDonald family like my own.
Sue Harris
August 20, 2019
So many memories I will hold close to my heart fly high beautiful lady until we meet again thoughts and prayers are with your family
Dianne Harris Ensell
August 19, 2019
Sorry for your loss Ryan and Brody. I have alot of memories of Dawn. Loved her. Love you. Aunt Dianne. Sorry I can't be there.
Linda Kelchlin (Rackl)
August 19, 2019
Goodbye and until we meet again my Highschool friend! Miss your smile and laugh already.
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