DUNKIRK: Michael R. Saller, 75, of Dunkirk, passed away Friday, August 26th, 2022 at his residence following a short illness. Michael was born in Los Angeles, CA on February 13, 1947, the son of the late Edwin R. and Mary I. (McCage) Saller.
He was a graduate of Gardena High School, Gardena, CA, Class of 1966 and worked as a Welder for Paducah Marine Ways, Paducah, KY, for 12 years. Michael previously worked as a letter carrier for the US Postal Service in California for approximately 5 years.
He was a military history buff, especially the Civil War & World War II. Michael’s favorite places to visit were Gettysburg and Antietam. He also enjoyed building models.
Survivors include a brother, Steven (Rose) Saller, Sr., of Forestville, one niece Lisa (Jim) Schichtel, two nephews Steven (Kelly) Saller, Jr., Robert (Amelia) Saller and ten grandnieces & nephews. Besides his parents he was predeceased by three infant brothers.
Friends are welcome to call at Riles & Woolley Funeral Home, 39 Main Street, Forestville on Friday from 12 noon to 2 PM from where Funeral Services will follow at 2 o’clock. Interment will follow in Villenova Cemetery, Town of Villenova.
The family suggests memorials may be made either to Chautauqua Hospice & Palliative Care, 20 W. Fairmount Avenue, Lakewood, NY 14750 or to the Disabled American Veteran’s, PO Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250-0301.
To post condolences or memories go to www.rilesandwoolleyfuneralhome.com.