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A family and community are mourning the loss of Everleigh M. Snell, affectionately known as “Evy,” who passed away on October 16th, 2025, at just 4-years-old. Born with a radiant smile and a spirit far stronger than her years, Evy faced unimaginable health battles. At only a few months old, she was diagnosed with severe epilepsy that resisted medication along with a rare neurological disorder known as infantile spasms, or West syndrome. Despite countless hospital stays and an

Jason M. Beckman, 52, of Pendleton, New York passed unexpectedly on October 6th.  He was born March 14th, 1973 in Gowanda, New York. A proud graduate of Canisius University, he taught Physical Education at Amherst Central Schools for 29 years. Jason was passionate and accomplished in the world of football, both as a player and a coach. He was a standout high school football player at Gowanda and went on to play quarterback as an honors student at Canisius University. Jason be