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Alma D. Hornburg
a former resident of Stevens Street passed away on Thursday January 1, 2004 at the Wellsville Manor Nursing Home. She was born August 31, 1908 in Wellsville to Edward E. and A. Belle Behrens Hornburg. She attended WellsvilleHigh School and in 1944 went to work for Worthington from where she retired from in 1973.Alma was a member of the Wellsville Christian and MissionaryAllianceChurch where she had served as treasurer and in her younger years taught the children Primary Sunday School Class. She is survived by a brother Glenn E.[Gladys]Hornburg of Wellsville and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents ; a sister Beulah Stryker and a brother Raymond T.J. Hornburg. Friends may call on Friday January 2, 2004 from 6-9pm in the J.W.Embser Sons F.H. in Wellsville where a funeral service will take place on Saturday at 11am with Rev. Michael Brady presiding. Burial will be in WoodlawnCemetery and memorials may be made to the donor’s choice.
Oletha S. Reed, 88 formerly of 10 Whitney Avenue passed away on Thursday January 1, 2004 at the WellsvilleManorCareCenter. She was
born on September 15, 1915 in the town of Amity, the daughter of LaRue and Ruth (Nye) Sears. On May 29, 1941 in the town of Amity she married Harold A. Reed who predeceased her on September 29,
1999. Oletha was a former 58 year resident of Friendship, was a 1933 graduate of Belmont High School and a 1936 graduate of the Geneseo Normal School. She taught for 5 years in country schools including
Hallsport, Petrolia, and Allentown and later substituted in the FriendshipSchool system. She was a member of the United Church of Friendship where she was a dedicated Sunday school teacher. She was a
former and very active member of the Musical and Literary Club of Friendship, the Friendship Free Library Board of Trustees and the Mount Hope Cemetery Board. She was also a former member of the Christmas Tree
Farmers Association of New York, the National Christmas Tree Growers Association and the Allegany County Home Bureau. She is survived by 1 son: Gordon (Sandra) Reed of Erie, PA, 1 daughter: Carole (Allen) Mohilewsky
of Belmont, 1 grandson: Reed (Lisa) Mohilewsky of Kenmore, 1 granddaughter: Robin Mohilewsky of Las Angeles, CA, 1 great granddaughter: Anastasia Mohilewsky of Kenmore, several nieces, nephews, cousins and a sister
in law; Clara Reed Lynch of East Aurora. Friends are invited to call on Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in Belmont. The funeral service will be
Monday January 5, 2004 at 11:00am at the United Church of Friendship with Rev. Kirk Kirch and Rev. Cornelius DeGroat presiding. Burial will be in MountHopeCemetery in Friendship. Memorial suggestions
include the United Church of Friendship or the Friendship Free Library. Linda L. Creighton
of 39 Willets Avenue passed away on Thursday January 1,2004 at JonesMemorialHospital. She was born on November 29,1945 to Milford “Bud” and Jenevieve Presutti Creighton who predeceased her. Linda was a graduate of BelmontCentralHigh School and worked for Alfred State College for over 30 years as a secretary of various departments retiring in 1998. She was a member of St. Mary’s Church and at one time was active in the Allegany County Democratic Party. Linda enjoyed antiqueing , gardening , crafts and loved animals. She is survived by a half brother Richard Creighton of Florida; several aunts , uncles, cousins , nieces and nephews as well as many friends. Friend are invited to call on Monday January 5 from 2-4 & 7-9pm in the J.W. Embser Sons F.H. in Belmont. A Prayer service will be held on Tuesday January 6 at 10:30am in the Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated in St. Mary’s Church at 11am with Rev. Dennis Mancuso as Celebrant .Burial will be in St. Bonaventure Cemetery and memorials may be made to the AlleganyCountySPCA or to the donor’s choice.
John “Jack” Neugent, 82 of 1710 Alma Hill Road passed away on Wednesday January 7, 2004 at JonesMemorialHospital in Wellsville. He was
born April 5, 1921 in Bolivar, the son of John and Rose (Nunn) Neugent. On November 13, 1947 in Wellsville he married Mary O’Leary, who survives. Jack was a 1937 graduate of BolivarHigh School and served with the
U.S. Army in the European Theater of Operation during WW II. He was employed for many years at Worthington Corporation in Wellsville and was Superintendent when he retired in 1981. After retirement he taught a
machinist class for Worthington at BOCES in Belmont for 2 years. He was a member of the Morrison-Hayes American Legion Post 702 in Wellsville and the Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville. Surviving in addition
to his wife Mary are 1 daughter, Nancy (Gary) Mattison of Wellsville, 1 son, Thomas (Catherine) Neugent of Wellsville, 7 Grandchildren, 6 Great Grandchildren, 4 sisters, Betty Chapel of Buffalo, Dorothy Rhoades of
East Aurora, Lillian (Leslie) Robinson of Richburg and Barbara Neugent of New Jersey, and several nieces & nephews. Friends are invited to call on Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm. at the J. W.
Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in Wellsville. A military service will be Saturday January 10, 2004 at 10:15 am in the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am in the Immaculate Conception
Church, Wellsville. Rev. John Cullen will be celebrant. Burial will be in SacredHeartCemetery, Wellsville. Memorial suggestions include the Jones Memorial Hospital Memorial Fund or the Morrison-Hayes American Legion
Post # 702 in Wellsville. Conrad F. Stark, formerly of 458 S. Main Street passed away on January 6, 2004 at the home of his son Paul in Olean,NY. He was born
on May 6, 1910 in Mount Vernon, NY the son of Frank and Katherine (Reich) Stark. On April 12, 1941 in St. Vincent DePaul’s Church in New York City he married Eunice Seabott who predeceased him on October 1,
1969. Conrad graduated from New YorkUniversity with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He served with the Merchant Marines from 1941 to 1945. He was employed by Air Preheater from 1946 to 1968, at first
in New York City then transferring to Wellsville in 1948. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, the Morrison Hayes Post 702 American Legion in
Wellsville and a longtime member of the Wellsville Country Club. He was an avid golfer, sports fan, and skilled woodworker. He is survived by 3 sons: Paul (Bonnie) Stark of Olean, NY, Timothy Stark of
Lowell, MA, Peter (Rose) Stark of Ashville, NY; 4 Grandchildren: Michael (Cheryl) Ligus of Rochester, NY, Carolyn Ligus of Rochester, NY, Paul Stark Jr. of Guilderland, NY, Andrew Stark of Virginia Beach, VA; and 4
great-grandchildren: Krystal, Alysia, Cory, and Brent Ligus of Rochester, NY. In addition to his wife, Conrad is predeceased by his parents, brother Michael Stark; sister Catherine Stark; 1 daughter: Kathryn Stark
Ligus; and 1 grandson: Brian Ligus. Friends are invited to call on Thursday, January 8, 2004 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in Wellsville. A military service will be
on Friday at 10:15am in the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00am in the Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville with Rev. Dennis Mancuso as celebrant. Burial will be at
SacredHeartCemetery in Wellsville. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Jones Memorial Hospital Memorial Fund or Homecare and Hospice (1225 W. State StreetOlean, NY14760). MEGAN K. SCIOTTI
16 of 1 Noble Street died Thursday January 8, 2004 in the Town of Hinsdale as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was born March 18, 1987 in Wellsville, the daughter of Donald P. and Rosemarie (Heller) Sciotti. Megan was a very active member of the junior class at GeneseeValleyHigh School and was a member of the Concert band, Marching band, jazz band and swim club. She was a member of the GospelFellowshipChurch in Belmont and was involved in youth activities at several churches in the Belmont and Angelica area. She is survived be her mother, Rosemarie Sciotti of Belmont, her father and stepmother, Don and Kathy Sciotti of Scio, a brother, Vincent Sciotti of Scio, a stepsister, June Deuell of Scio, a stepbrother, Noel Deuell of Buttnor, NC paternal grandmother, Mary Hope Sciotti of Hornell, several aunts, uncles, cousins and many friends. She was predeceased by her paternal grandfather, Donald A. Sciotti, maternal grandparents, Benson and Ferrol Heller and a brother, William Michael Sciotti. Friends are invited to call on MONDAY from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm. at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in BELMONT. The funeral will be TUESDAY January 13, 2004 at 4:00 pm. at the GospelFellowshipChurch on Hood Road in Belmont with Pastor Patrick Lyons presiding. Memorial suggestions include the Grand Piano Fund % JAM at GeneseeValleyCentralSchool 5380 County Road 48 Belmont, NY. 14813.
Clifford F. Winterhalter, 83 of 5051 State Route 244 passed away January 9, 2004 in his home. He was born on August 4, 1920 in
Pittsburg,PA, the son of Fredrick and Pearl (Rogers) Winterhalter. On November 21, 1940 he married Marie Coleman who predeceased him. On May 18, 1996 in Belmont he married Doris C. Miller who survives. Clifford was
a graduate of BelmontHigh School in 1938. He was a veteran in the U.S. Navy serving from 1944 to 1946 in the Asiatic and Pacific Theater of Operation. He worked all his life in the family business, William
Laidlaw Inc. in Belmont retiring in 1985. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Belmont, a 59 year life member and past Commander of the Herbert DeLong post 808 American Legion in Belmont, member and
past Chef De Gare of the Allegany County 40 & 8. He was also a life member and past Chief of the Belmont Fire Department where he had served for 62 years and was an avid bowler at Community Lanes in
Belmont. In addition to his wife Doris, he is survived by 2 daughters: Lynn (Robert) Manning of Belmont, Sue (Thomas) Underwood of Corfu, NY; 4 stepdaughters: Bev (George) Krach of Baltimore, MD, Alice Meyers of
Andover, Betty (James) Deck of Wellsville, and Diane Rosati of Bolivar; 3 granddaughters: Erin Manning and Kayla and Leah Underwood; 11 step grandchildren, 23 step great grandchildren, and 1 step great - great
grandson; 2 brothers: Ernest (Pat) Winterhalter and John (Helen) Winterhalter of Belmont; 3 sisters: Doris Dunbar of Rochester, Estelle (Richard) Saunders of Hamburg, and Enid Sweet of West Seneca; and several
nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a stepdaughter Pricilla Perry, 2 brothers: Fredrick Jr. and Leon Winterhalter, and a sister Mildred Winterhalter. Friends are invited to call on SUNDAY from 2:00 to
4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in BELMONT. There will be a prayer service on Monday, January 12, 2004 at 10:30 am in the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at
11:00am in St. Mary’s Church, Belmont with Father Dennis Mancuso as celebrant. Burial will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, memorials suggestions include the
Amity Rescue Squad or Home Care & Hospice. PHYLLIS M. DICKERSON
75 of 38 N. Highland Avenue passed away on Saturday January 10, 2004 at JonesMemorialHospital in Wellsville. She was born February 29, 1928 in Alma the daughter of Lawrence “Clyde” and Iva (Messler) Shields. On September 7, 1946 in Alma she married Orville T. Dickerson who predeceased her on August 12, 1984. Phyllis was a long time resident of Alma and had attended school in Alma and Wellsville. She and her husband owned & operated the Alma Store in the 50’s and she was the first female bus driver forWellsvilleCentralSchool from 1957 to 1982. She also operated Phyllis’s House of Ceramics in Alma, taught cake decorating and candy making at BOCES in Belmont and was known for making specialty cakes. She was a very active member of the AlmaUnitedMethodistChurch and was instrumental in keeping the church open. She was a member of the Jones Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and was a wonderful mother and grandmother and will be sadly missed by her family. She is survived by 6 children, Sally (David) Plants of Kittanning, PA, Sue (Glenn Clark) Winicki of Cuba, Steve (Karen) Dickerson Sr. of Alma, Sherry (Bill Sr.) Day of Wellsville, Sabra (Kurt) McCarty of Davenport, FL. and Sylvia (Steve) LaChance of Wellsville, 17 grandchildren. 17 great grandchildren, 5 brothers, Lawrence (Dorothy) Shields of Bradford, PA, Francis (Marge) Shields of Portville, Richard (Joyce) Shields of Bolivar, James (Bobbie) Shields of Alma and Robert (Nell) Shields of Alma as well as several nieces & nephews. She was predeceased by 1 sister, Virginia Shields in 1927. Friends are invited to call on MONDAY from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 and 9:00 pm and TUESDAY from noon to 2:00 pm at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in WELLSVILLE. The funeral will follow visitation on Tuesday January 13, 2004 at 2:00 pm. in the funeral home with Donna Sturdevant, presiding. Burial will be in SunnysideCemetery in Alma and memorial suggestions include the Alma Volunteer Fire Company Steve Dickerson P.O. Box 1-4 Alma, NY. 14708
ONNOLEE M. STARR, 94 formerly of 2369 Stannards Road passed away on January 11, 2004 at the WellsvilleManorCareCenter. She was
born on August 26, 1909 in Belmont, the daughter of George W. and Sara (Van Ness) Davidson. On November 16, 1935 at 2369 Stannards Road in Wellsville she married Carlos Starr, who survives. She
grew up in and around Klipnockee, Arkport, and Hornell before moving to Wellsville in 1935. She was employed as a seamstress by several factories, including Merril Hosiery and Kaiser Glove. She was also
a member of the StannardsUnitedMethodistChurch. In addition to her husband Carlos, she is survived by her daughter Beverly (Charles) Raynor of Wellsville; 1 brother: Warren (Anna) Davidson of Wellsville; 2
grandsons: Charles Raynor II and Lawrence (Patricia) Raynor both of Elmhurst, NY; 1 step granddaughter: Maryann Raynor Maloney of Daytona, FL.; 1 great granddaughter: Rebecca P. Raynor of Elmhurst, NY; 1 step great
grandson: Michael Maloney Jr. of Edgewater, FL.; 2 goddaughters: Karen Painter and Marsha Dinger; and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by 3 brothers: Arthur Davidson, Howard Davidson, Harold Davidson
and 6 sisters: Irene Howe, Lela Shelley, Elizabeth Gayhart, Pearl Studley, Evelyn Lounsberry, and Jayne Hurd. Friends are invited to call on Wednesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons
Funeral Home Inc. in Wellsville. The funeral service will be on Thursday January 15th at 11:00 am in the Funeral Home with Revs Regina and Ray Shaw presiding. Burial will be in ArkportCemetery. Memorial suggestions include the StannardsUnitedMethodistChurch.
ROBERT C. HAYES, 83, of 79 Early Street passed away Saturday, January 24, 2004 at JonesMemorialHospital. He was born on June 6, 1920
in Wellsville, the son of Edmond “Mike” and Helen (Leggitt) Hayes. Robert was a life long resident of Wellsville. He served in the US Marine Corps in the European Theater of Operation from 1941 to 1945 on
the heavy cruiser the USS Tuscalusa. He was a self employed contractor and a member of the Lynch Burkett Post 397 of the American Legion in Andover. He is survived by a special friend: Mary O’Donnell of
Wellsville and her family: Jean and Mickey Baker of Wellsville, Pat O’Donnell of Andover, and their families. Friends are invited to call on Tuesday, January 27, 2004 at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Mae Lauzze, 99 of 96 East Pearl Street passed away on January 25, 2004 at WellsvilleHighlandHealthcareCenter. She was born on October 24,
1904 in Bradford,PA the daughter of Joseph and Angelina (Gillotte) Cardamone. On September 1, 1919 she married Anthony Lauzze, Sr. who predeceased her on April 13, 1960. Mae was a former resident of Bradford,
PA where she attended St. Bernard’s School and was a probe student at BradfordHospital. She was employed as a general and private duty nurse for 65 years. She was a member of the Immaculate
Conception Church and Altar & Rosary Society, a member of the Buffalo Red Cross Motor Corps and was Chairman of the Allegany County Nurses Association Blood Bank Program. She was a member of the Red Cross
Board of Directors for 24 years, a Charter Member and Graduate Regent of the Women of the Moose, a member of the Wellsville Country Club and the Jones Memorial Auxiliary, Evergreen Twig. Mae is survived by 1
daughter: Marion “Toots” Van Skiver of Wellsville, 1 son: Anthony V. (Mary) Lauzze, Jr. of Myrtle Beach, SC, 7 grandchildren: Tom (Kay) Lauzze of Wellsville, Kirk (Diane) Lauzze of Chicago, IL, Peter (Pat)
Lauzze of Bath, Steve (Sharon) Lauzze of Corfu, Mike Lauzze of Wellsville, Martin Lauzze of FL., and Marla (Per) Hahn of Toronto, 9 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, 2 brothers: Frank, and Richard
Cardamone of Bradford, PA, 1 sister: Josephine Pantuso of Bradford, PA, and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents, 4 sisters: Molly Cooper, Lana “Helen” Piscitelli, Santulla Fuoco, and
Jeanette Cardamone, 3 brothers; Thomas, Anthony, and Ben Cardamone, and 1 grandson: Danny Van Skiver. Friends are invited to call on Monday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral
Home Inc. in Wellsville. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, February 3, 2004 at 11:00am in the ImmaculateConceptionChurch in Wellsville, with Rev. Dennis Wolf as celebrant. Burial will
be in the SacredHeartCemetery in Wellsville. Memorial suggestions include the Wellsville Volunteer Ambulance Corps or the Jones Memorial Hospital Memorial Fund. Richard C. Ball of 289 East Dyke Street passed away Monday January 26,2004 at JonesMemorialHospital. He was born April 7,1922 in Portville
to Ruthven and Ethel Coast Ball. In August of 1946 he married The former Patricia Temple who survives him.Dick was a member of the St. Josephs Church in Scio. He was a 37 year employee of Air Preheater
and owned and operated the Harley Davidson motor cycle shop in Wellsville for 11 years. After his retirement he worked for the Office For the Aging in Belmont. Dick served in the US Army from 1941 to 1945. He
had participated in the Battle of the Bulge, earned 7 major battle stars and was awarded a bronze star for outstanding bravery. Surviving beside his wife : 3 sons R. Michael Ball of Placerville, CA. , Thomas C. Ball
of Fairbanks, AK. And Stephen T. Ball of Scio ; 2 daughters Barbara E. Teter of Elma and Teresa Anne Vida of Gardnersville,NV. 8 grandchildren; He was predeceased by a brother Donald J. Ball. There will be no
prior visitation. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday January 30 at 11am in St. Josephs Church in Scio with Rev. Dennis Mancuso Celebrant. Burial with full military honors will be the
Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Andover. Memorials may be made to the Wellsville Volunteer Ambulance Corps or to The Office For the Aging in Belmont. Arrangements are under the direction of the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral
Home. Dateline Wellsville Carlos A. Starr age 93 formerly of 2396 Stannards Road passed away on Saturday February 14 at the WellsvilleManorCareCenter. He was born on
May 26, 1910 in Wellsville to Raymond and Leah [Monroe] Starr. On November 16, 1935 at 2396 Stannards Road he married the former Onnalee Davidson who predeceased him on January 11, 2004. Carlos grew up in
Stannards and Wellsville. He worked as a farm hand, on WPA jobs, for Sinclair Refinery and for WellsvilleCentralSchool for 34 years retiring in 1972. He was a member of the StannardsUnitedMethodistChurch. Survivors
include : his daughter Beverly[Charles] Raynor of Wellsville ; 2 grandsons Charles Raynor II and Lawrence Raynor both of Elmhurst ; Step grand
daughter Maryann Raynor Maloney of Edgewater, FL. ; great grandchildren Rebecca P. Raynor of Elmhurst and Michael Maloney Jr. of Edgewater ,FL. ; A brother in law Warren Davidson of Wellsville; special nephew Robert
Shelley of Wellsville; God daughters Karen Painter and Marsha Dinger both of Wellsville as well as several nieces , nephews and cousins. He was
predeceased by his step father Sheridan ’Gus’ Fosbury and his half brother Harry Fosbury. Friends may call on Tuesday February 17 from 2:00-4:00 &
7:00-9:00 pm in the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home in Wellsville. A Funeral Service will take place on Wednesday at 11:00 am in the Funeral Home with Rev. Regina Shaw presiding. Burial will be in ArkportCemetery
and memorials may be made theStannardsUnitedMethodistChurch. KATHERINE L. COOK, 90 of 4192A Bolivar Road passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2004 at the WellsvilleManorCareCenter. She was born on
October 30, 1913 in New Britain, CT. the daughter of Louis and Katherine (Schaeffer) Baldwin. She was married to Joseph Cook, who predeceased
her in 1994. Kay was a graduate of SyracuseUniversity and a former art teacher at AlfredAlmondCentralSchool. She was a longtime AlleganyCounty
resident until moving to Florida in 1984. She moved back to New YorkState after the death of her husband and has been a resident of the WellsvilleManorCareCenter since 1998. Surviving her are 1 son: Kenneth
Cook of Lindenhurst,NY, 3 grandchildren, and 1 brother: Dr. Robert Baldwin of Essex, CT. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by 2
children: Dr. Steven Cook and Jodi Cook. There will be no prior visitation and services will be at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the direction of the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in
Wellsville and memorial suggestions include the Activities Department of theWellsvilleManorCareCenter. R. WELLS STOUT, age 77 of Wellsville,NY and Green Valley, AZ passed away peacefully at home on February 10, 2004. He was born on June 3, 1926 in Wellsville, the son of Wayne and Mildred (Wells) Stout. On October 17, 1947 in Cuba, NY he married Jeanne Mullin, who predeceased him on March 18, 1988. He was a graduate of WellsvilleHigh School, DickinsonJunior College, and SyracuseUniversity. He served in the US Navy during World War II. After graduation he returned home to run Stout Insurance Agency, founded by his father. He later merged with Brown Insurance Agency retiring from Brown & Stout in 1987. He was a former Allegany County Republican Chairman and a New York State Election Commissioner. He also served as Wellsville Town Republican Chairman; Republican County Committeeman; Administrative Assistant to Assemblyman Frank Walkley; Assistant Sergeant of Arms to the New York State Assembly; Assistant to State Chairman at National Republican Convention in 1972; Delegate at Large to Republican National Convention in 1976 and a former Allegany County Election Commissioner. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church, a Life Member of the Wellsville Lions Club with 50 years of perfect attendance, a member of the Elks Club, and a Thirty-Second Degree Mason. He also belonged to the American Legion, The Moose Club and the Wellsville Country Club. He is survived by his children Susan Stout of Wellsville, Sally (William) Orband of Binghamton, Kathryn (Thomas) Kennel of Rochester, Tracy (Roy) Sherman of Columbia, TN Steven (Donna) Stout of Wellsville and by his loving companion, Bonnie O’Hara and her children Deborah O’Hara and Jack O’Hara. He was a loving grandfather to Margaret Middaugh, Michael Middaugh, Jonathan Middaugh, Elizabeth Orband, Julie Orband, Megan Orband, Allison (John) Comeau, Geoffrey Gardner, Stephanie (Nick) Viglietta, Sara Stout, Kelly Stout, and Alice Rose Sherman, a granddaughter in-law, Rebecca Middaugh, and 7 great-grandchildren, his sisters Phyllis Stout of Ithaca, Hilda (Loyd) Thompson of Rochester, and Helen (Carl) Munro of Jackson Springs NC, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother: Carlton Stout and a grandson, Thomas Middaugh. Friends are invited to call on Friday, February 13 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in Wellsville. The Wellsville Lions will conduct a service at 6:45pm and the Wellsville Elks Lodge will conduct a service at 8:45pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Eugene Ulrich at the Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville on Saturday, February 14, 2004 at 9:00 am. Burial will be in the SacredHeartCemetery in Wellsville. Donations may be made to Home Care & Hospice, Wellsville or to a charity of the donor’s choice. Belmont, NY.
Dateline: Wellsville,NY
RUTH E. ACKLEY, 82 of 12 Herman Avenue passed away on Friday February 20, 2004 at the WellsvilleHighlandHealthcareCenter. She was born on August 5, 1921 in Olean, the daughter of Fred and Flora (Baker) DeGolier. On July 19, 1947 in Olean she married Clifford “Duke” Ackley who survives. She was a 1939 graduate of OleanHigh School and a 1940 Secretarial Science graduate of the Bryant & Stratton Business Institute in Buffalo. She was employed by the Kenmore Bakery as a bookkeeper from 1940 – 1941; Clark Brothers Co. Inc. in Olean as the secretary to the Assistant Chief Engineer from 1941 – 1943; Bell Aircraft Corporation in Niagara Falls as the secretary to the assistant Chief Test Pilot and the secretary to the Vice-President of Engineering from 1943 - 1947; and Air Preheater Corp. in Wellsville from 1951 to 1981 as the executive secretary to George D. Braddon and secretary to Tom Woolard, President of Air Preheater. She came to Wellsville in 1947. She was a member of the TrinityLutheranChurch, a former member of the Wellsville Lioness Club and the Lady Elks. In addition to her husband, she is survived by a daughter: Linda (Barry) Gridley of Wellsville, 3 grandchildren: Bernie, Chelsea, and Matthew Gridley of Wellsville, 2 sisters: Betty DeGolier of Clermont,FL, and Helen Simons of Milford, DE, and 1 nephew. She is predeceased by a daughter, Peggy Ackley, and a son, David Ackley. Friends are invited to call on Monday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in Wellsville, and on Tuesday, February 24, 2004 from 10:00 to 11:00 am at the TrinityLutheranChurch in Wellsville. The funeral service will follow visitation on Tuesday at 11:00 am with Rev. Robert Morris Presiding. Burial will be in WoodlawnCemetery in Wellsville. The Wellsville Lions Club will pay their respects at 7:00 pm Monday and memorial suggestions include the TrinityLutheranChurch.
Dateline: Wellsville,NY Joseph J. Congelli Sr., 95 of 51 Elm Street passed away on Sunday February 22, 2004 at JonesMemorialHospital in Wellsville. He was born February 14, 1909 in Wellsville the son of Carmen and Elisabetta (Serio) Congelli. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Dena E. (D’Orazio) Congelli; and three children: James C.(Elizabeth) Congelli of Cornwall-on-the-Hudson, NY; Joseph J.(Terri) Congelli Jr. of Medina, WA; and Anita L. (Larry) Drake of Fishkill, NY. He has five grandchildren: Joelle M. Aguilar of Cornwall, NY; Raymond R. Drake of Virginia Beach, VA; Jason J. Drake of Suffolk,VA; Kelli L. Congelli of Seattle,WA; and Nicola J. Congelli of Wappingers Falls, NY. Additionally, Mr. Congelli is survived by two great-grandchildren: Veronica R. Drake of Virginia Beach, VA and Carson J. Aguilar of Cornwall,NY, one brother, Henry (Julie) Congelli of Belmont, and several nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by 5 brothers, Raymond, John, Anthony, Felix and Michael Congelli and one sister Mary Ward. Although Joe was small in stature, his enormous presence in his community earned him the nickname “Big Joe.” His unprecedented leadership and dedication to helping others took many forms. He graduated from high school in 1925 as president of his class, speaking as salutatorian at the commencement. Joe built his career at Worthington Steam Turbine Corp., retiring as a Production Manager in 1974. He was a lifetime member and trustee of the Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville. On April 29, 1990, the church honored him with the Saint Joseph Lay Worker Award, a celebration of his phenomenal commitment and service. For nearly 50 years, he worked to support the mission of St. Vincent DePaul, retiring as its President just before his recent 95th birthday. Joe also spent 60 years as a volunteer firefighter with the Dyke Street Engine Company, attaining the rank of Captain. For 15 years he was an active member of the Apollo Club, which was part of the Male Chorus of America. As part of the Apollo Club, Joe helped light up the stages of Broadway in New York City. He was also a member of the Benevolent & Protective Order of the Elks Lodge # 1495 from 1937 to 1958. Those who knew Joe Congelli, Sr. had the privilege of witnessing his limitless grace, soul and integrity. When looking into his sparkling eyes and reacting to his contagious joyful smile, people could not help but understand that they were in the presence of a rare, distinguished greatness. For leading the way so selflessly, for his warm heart and endless elegance, and for a life that was lived fully, intentionally and honorably, he will be held eternally in loving memory. Friends are invited to call on Thursday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in Wellsville. A scriptural wake will take place at 8:30 pm Thursday in the Funeral Home. Services will begin Friday February 27th at 11:00 am with a prayer at the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:30 am at the Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville, with Monsignor Leo McCarthy and Rev. Dennis Wolf, concelebrating. Burial will be in SacredHeartCemetery in Wellsville and memorial gift suggestions include donations to the St. Vincent DePaul Society c/o LynnVoorheesImmaculateConceptionChurch, 6 Maple AvenueWellsville,NY14895 or The American Heart Association.
Dateline: Angelica Beatrice C. Saltzer, 81, formerly of 9116 Old State Road, passed away on Friday,
Donald A. Brown formerly of 165 Madison Avenue, Wellsville passed away on Monday March 8, 2004 at JonesMemorialHospital. He was born
December 6,1920 in Rexville to Albert C. and Catherine Brown. On December 6,1941 in Stannards he married the former Bertha Mae Doty who survives him.In his youth he began his working career as a farm hand and
later as a family man he became a tenant farmer. Later he worked for Bradley Producing for 23 years in Wellsville and in Glencoe,Ontario Canada where he supervised the Bradley’s oil lease for 9 years. In 1967 he
returned to Wellsville and left Bradley’s to learn the trade of Welding and worked for Turbodine until his retirement in 1982. Don was an avid bowler,
enjoyed hunting, fishing and traveling to Canada. He took great pride in his home and his lawn and gardens were admired by all. Don always said
dairy farming was his favorite.He is loving remembered by his loving wife of 62 years ; 2 daughters Sherry Ann Haggith of Glencoe Ontario, Canada ,
Jo Ann Brown of London, Ontario, Canada ; a son Kenneth{Shirley}Brown of Hilton; 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren ; 2 brothers Clifford
Brown of Petrolia and Albert”Junior” [Fran]Brown of Warren,PA.; a sister Lillian Carlin of Wellsville ; several nieces and nephews.He was
predeceased by a sister Bertha C. Stephens.Friends are invited to call tonight Tuesday March 9 from 7-9pm and on Wednesday from 10am -11am in the J.W.Embser Sons Funeral Home in Wellsville. A funeral service will
be held on Wednesday after calling at 11am in the funeral home with Rev. Clifford Brown Jr. presiding. Burial will be in GreenwoodCemetery and memorials may be made to the Alzheimer Association of Western New York
1284 French RoadDepew,NY. 14043 MARVIN R. LIMBURG, 95 of 13 Schuyler St. Apt. 205 passed away at the ManorCareCenter on Monday, March 8, 2004. He was born December 17, 1908 in Buffalo the son of Andrew and Magdeline (Martin) Limburg. In 1932 in Buffalo he married Geraldine Smith who predeceased him on April 4, 1997. Marvin was a 1924 graduate of McKinleyHigh School. He was employed by Dupont Corp. of Buffalo, then Bell Aircraft Corp. in Niagara Falls for 30 years, retiring in 1971 as General Foreman for the tool and die shop. He moved to Angelica in 1970 where he served as the town of Angelica Assessor for 8 years. He was a former member of the SacredHeartChurch in Angelica and a member of St. Mary’s Church in Belmont. He had also been a member of the Angelica Lions Club for 15 years. He is survived by 1 son: Lawrence (Maureen) Limburg of Baldwinsville, 1 daughter: Gloria (Robert) Kent of Black Mountain, NC, 1 daughter-in-law: Shirley (Limburg) Rasmussen of Camp Hill, PA 4 grandchildren and 1 great grandson. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by 1 son: Gerald Limburg, and 6 brothers and sisters. There will be no prior visitation, and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Church in Belmont on Friday, March 12, 2004 at 11:30am with Rev. Dennis Mancuso as celebrant. Burial will be in St. CharlesCemetery in Newfane, NY. and memorials may be made to St. Mary’s Church in Belmont. Arrangements are under the direction of J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home, Inc. Dateline: Dallas, Texas STELLA D. SCHWALB 92, of 151 ½ Early Street passed away Saturday,
March 13, 2004 after a short illness at the home of her granddaughter, Lee Poole. She was born on June 3, 1911 in Salamanca, the daughter of
Alexander and Katherine Sipko. On August 16, 1937 she married Leonard “Bud” Schwalb, who predeceased her on December 29, 1986. Stella was a
communicant of the ImmaculateConceptionChurch, its Altar and Rosary Society, and an active member of the Allegany County Catholic Women’s
Association. She was also a Life Member of the Jones Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and an active 52 year honor member of the Holly Twig.Stella is
survived by 1 son: David (Karen) Schwalb, 2 granddaughters: Lee (Bryan) Poole and Shannon Schwalb, 2 grandsons: Stephen and Andrew Schwalb, 3 great grandchildren: Melissa, Kelsey, and Meredith Poole, and 1 daughter
in law: Ora Mae Schwalb, all of Dallas, Texas. Also surviving is 1 brother: Stanley (Ann) Sipko of Salamanca, 1 sister: Helen Ledden of Roanoke,
Virginia, special friends Roxanne, Jim, and Daniel Rice of Wellsville, and many nieces and nephews.In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by 2 brothers: Bernard and her twin John Sipko, and 1 sister:
Josephine Oelkrue.Stella will be dearly missed by all her family and friends. Friends are invited to call on Friday from 2-4 & 7-9pm in the
J.W.Embser Sons Funeral Home in Wellsville where a Rosary will be said at 8:30pm . A prayer service will be held Saturday at 9:30am in the
Funeral Home followed by A Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10am in the Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville with Rev. Dennis
Wolfe as celebrant. Burial will be in SacredHeartCemetery in Wellsville. Memorial suggestions include ImmaculateConceptionChurch,JonesMemorialHospital, or a charity of the donor’s choice. Monica M. Moore of Wellsville passed away on Saturday March 13, 2004 at
the Wellsville Manor Health Care Center. She was born in England, she and her parents, Guy and Ethel Waterhouse Moore, migrated to the United
States in 1910. Monica developed a love of the sea while working at Dun & Bradstreet in Boston. She enjoyed vacationing in Maine during those years.
She returned to Wellsville in the 1950’s to help care for her ailing mother and lived for many years on State Street. After her parent’s deaths she
moved to Railroad Avenue and could be seen riding her bicycle around town to well into her 80s. She was employed by Jones Memorial Hospital for several years.Monica is survived by 2 nephews, Robert D.[Hope] Moore of
Cockeysville, MD., and their 2 children and 2 grandchildren: and William C. Moore of Elkton,MD and son and 4 grandchildren. She is also survived by
her sister in law, Mary Moore of Forney, TX., as well as 3 cousins Alfred Kenneth Moore , Ivon Ronald Moore and Philip Douglas Moore all of whom
reside in England. She was predeceased by her parents and her brother Neville C. Moore. There will be no prior visitation and a memorial service
will be held at a future date. Arrangements are under the direction of the J.W.Embser sons F.H. in Wellsville and memorials may be made the Jones Memorial Hospital. JOHN R. BALDWIN, 80 of 319 Scott Ave. passed away on March 22, 2004 at home with his family. He was born on September 29, 1923 at the Baldwin homestead on Baldwin Road in Wellsville, the son of William and Margaret (Padden) Baldwin. On September 8, 1951 in Wellsville he married Patricia A. Dennis who predeceased him on August 22, 1987. He attended ProctorDistrictSchool and WellsvilleHigh School, but 6 months before his high school graduation, he enlisted in the US Army to serve in World War II. On September 22, 2001 he honored by and graduated from WellsvilleHigh School. In the Army, he reached the rank of Staff Sergeant with the 299th engineers 51st Battalion. He fought at Omaha Beach on D-Day and the Battle of the Bulge, receiving the Jubilee Medal, the Purple Heart, Distinguished Unit Badge, American Service Medal; The European-African-Middle Eastern Service Medal with Bronze Arrowhead, Good Conduct Medal, and the Conspicuous Service Medal to honor veterans of New York State. He had apprenticed with Kenneth Stebbins Plumbing & Heating and later he began John R. Baldwin Plumbing & Heating which he operated for over 50 years in Wellsville. John was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville, a life member of: the B.P.O.E. #1495 Wellsville, the Wellsville Moose Lodge #601, the Morrison Hayes Post #702 American Legion, and the Frank B. Church Post # 2530 V.F.W and was a former member of the Plumbing and Heating Contractor’s Local 13. He was active with Little League Baseball, was one of the original organizers of the Allegany County ARC, was a promoter of the ImmaculateConceptionSchool sports banquet in the 70’s, received an outstanding fund raiser award from the Literacy Volunteers of Allegany County and loved gardening. A devoted father and loving grandfather, John is survived by 1 son: John G. Baldwin of Wellsville, 2 daughters: Mary Ann (George) Newark of Elm Valley, Margaret Ann (Gary) Pinney of Wellsville, a special friend, Kelly Wilson of Wellsville, 3 grandchildren: Padden J. Newark and Kayla & Michael Pinney, 4 sisters: Monica Rasmusson of Bolivar, Margaret Booth of Olean, Rose Guineau of New Hampshire, Teresa Crandall of Florida, 1 brother: Kenneth (Irma) Baldwin of Olean, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by 3 brothers: William “Mike” Baldwin, Edward “Pat” Baldwin, and Ernest Baldwin. Friends are invited to call on Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home, Inc. in Wellsville. A prayer service will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2004 at 9:30 am in the funeral home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 am at the Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville with Rev. Dennis Wolf as celebrant. Burial with military honors will be in the Sacred Heart Cemetery, Wellsville and memorial suggestions include Immaculate Conception School. Dateline: Wellsville BARRY LEE ROHRABACHER, 58 of 120 Maple Avenue passed away Wednesday, March 24, 2004 at JonesMemorialHospital. He was born June
19, 1945 in Wellsville the son of Maynard and Dorothy (Minard) Rohrabacher. He was a life long resident of Wellsville. He graduated from
WellsvilleHigh School in 1963. He joined the US Navy in 1964 and served until 1968. At one time he was employed by the Village ofAndover,
overseeing the public utilities. He was also employed as a painter for several local painting contractors. He was a member of the Morrison Hayes
Post #702 of the American Legion, the Wellsville Moose Lodge #601, and the Frank B. Church Post # 2530 of the V.F.W. in Wellsville.Barry is survived by 1 son: Eric Perry serving with the U.S. Army, 1 grandson:
Blayne Perry in Ohio, 1 brother: Brent (Pamela) Rohrabacher, 2 sisters: Susan (Allen) Hunt of Petrolia, Marla Tronetti of Anthem, AZ, a dear friend
and cousin David Sweet of Wellsville, and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Friends are invited to call on Tuesday from 2:00 to
4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home, Inc. in Wellsville. The funeral service will be held on Wednesday, March 31, 2004
at 11:00 am in the funeral home with Rev. Lee Williams presiding. Burial will be in the Stannards Cemetery. Dateline: Belvidere WALTER E. SCOTT, 77 of 5722 Church Road passed away on Tuesday,
March 23, 2004 at Olean GeneralHospital. He was born on April 11, 1926 in Belvidere, NY the son of Edward and Rose (Maston) Scott. On December
22, 1951 he married Janice Bundy who survives. Walter was a lifelong resident of Belvidere. He served in the US Army during World War II,
earning a purple heart. He was employed by the block factory in Belvidere, the Friendship Foundry, and retired from Bitumens in 1987. He loved the
outdoors, including hunting and fishing. Besides his wife, he is survived by 2 sons: Danny Scott of Belmont, Kevin (Rose) Scott of Belmont, 2
daughters: Debbie (John) Osterhout of Belmont, Donna Flores of Belmont, 12 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 3 brothers: Donny Scott of Bolivar,
Kenny Scott of Richburg, Jack Scott of Black Creek, 2 sisters: Clara Harris of Angelica, Pearl Gelser of Belmont, and several nieces and nephews.
Walter was predeceased by 5 brothers: Harold, George, Leon, Ernie, and Lavern Scott, and 2 sisters: Mabel Scott and Helen Peterson. Friends are
invited to call on Thursday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home, Inc. in Belmont. The funeral service will
be 11:00 am Friday, March 26, 2004 at the funeral home with Rev. Dawn Barrett presiding. Burial will be in Forest HillsCemetery. Memorial suggestions include the Amity Rescue Squad. ROBERT J. “BOB” GEE, 65 of 3486 Van Ness Lane passed away on Monday, April 5, 2004 at McAuley Manor in Hornell. He was born on March 22, 1939 in Wellsville, the son of Douglas and Beatrice (Greenan) Gee. On June 30, 1962 in Wellsville he married Annie Allen who survives. Bob attended ImmaculateConceptionSchool and WellsvilleHigh School. He retired from the Air Preheater Maintenance Department. He was a life member of the Emerald Hook and Ladder. He was also a former social member of the American Legion and the Survivors Club at Air Preheater. He enjoyed being home and in the flower gardens. In addition to his wife Annie, Bob is survived by 1 son: Edward “Eddie” Gee of Wellsville; 2 daughters: Tracey Jackson of New Canaan, CT, Tina (Dale) Taylor of Bolivar; 4 brothers: James (Marion) Gee of Quartzsite, AZ; Douglas (Anita) Gee of Wellsville, Gerry Gee of Wellsville, Roger (Deb) Gee of Wellsville; 2 granddaughters, and several nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to call on Wednesday, 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home, Inc. in Wellsville. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 8, 2004 at 11am in the funeral home with Rev. Dennis Wolf presiding. Burial will be in the SacredHeartCemetery in Wellsville. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the SPCAServingAlleganyCounty. Dateline: Sanibel, FL. EDWARD SAILER, 72 of Sanibel, FL. passed away Friday, April 2, 2004 in
Sanibel,FL. He was born June 9, 1931 in Brooklyn, NY the son of Eugene and Hilda (Strasse) Sailer. On June 12, 1954 in Wellsville,NY he married
Joan Esther Jacobs, who predeceased him March 19, 2003. Ed grew up in Long Island, NY. He attended AlfredUniversity; where he met his future
wife be Joan Jacobs, and graduated with a degree in Ceramic Engineering. He was a member of the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity. He spent the greater
part of his working life in WappingersFalls employed by IBM. In the early 1970’s he earned a masters degree in Business Administration from Union
college. In 1980 he moved with his family to Paris, France where he enjoyed travel, meeting new people, and the French culture. He retired
from IBM shortly after returning to the United States and moved to Sanibel, FL. There he began a very successful second career in real estate
and became well known in the community. His passions were spending time with his family and friends, traveling, and playing racquetball. Ed will
be missed by his family and friends and will be remembered for his powerful personality, positive attitude, and generous nature. Survivors include 1 son: Richard Sailer of Florida; 2 daughters: Linda (Kenneth)
Enders of Texas and New York, and Janet (Heico) Thorn of Florida; 4 grandchildren: Kory and Kyra Enders; and Chelsea and Nicholas Thorn, 2 nieces: Betty Rector and Carol Throm; and 1 nephew: William Throm.In
addition to his wife, he was predeceased by 1 sister: Irma Throm. Friends are invited to call on Thursday from 2:00 to 4:00 pm only at the J.W.
Embser Sons Funeral Home, Inc. in Belmont. The funeral service will be Friday, April 9, 2004 at 10:00 am in the funeral home with Rev. Sandra
Lasher presiding. Burial will be in Forest HillsCemetery in Belmont. Memorial suggestions include the Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge (1 Wildlife
Society Drive Sanibel, Fl. 33957). A Florida memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family. NICHOLAS W. SMITH, 20 of 3174 Vossler Road passed away Wednesday,
April 7, 2004 at Jones Memorial Hospital. He was born August 5, 1983 in Wellsville the son of Craig and Leisha (Bogle) Smith. Nick was a life long
resident of Wellsville, and attended WellsvilleHigh School. He was employed by L.C. Whitford for 5 years, and maintained the Riverwalk. He
had many friends, and enjoyed skateboarding when he was younger. He was an avid outdoorsman, who loved shooting, hunting and fishing.Survivors include his parents of Wellsville, his paternal
grandmother: Melvena Smith of Wellsville, a brother: Jeremy Smith of Wellsville, several cousins, aunts and uncles.Friends are invited to call on Wednesday, April 14, 2004 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the J.W. Embser
Sons Funeral Home, Inc. in Wellsville. A funeral service will be held immediately following visitation at 1:00 pm in the funeral home, with Rev. Ralph Eastlack presiding. Memorial suggestions include the
WellsvilleSkateBoardPark in care of Ralph Eastlack 86 North Main Street Wellsville,NY. 14895. Joseph Jerome Tobin, 87 of Manor Hills passed away on Thursday April
22, 2004 at Jones Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. He was born Sept. 15, 1916 in Yonkers, NY, the son of Thomas Michael and Agnes
Crowley Tobin. On Jan 7, 1946 in St. Patrick’s Cathedral he married Dorothy Gettig who pre-deceased him in 1987.Joe was a 1934 graduate of AllHallowsHigh School in New York City. He attended NiagaraUniversity and
received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Catholic University of America in Washington, DC in 1938. He received his Masters of Arts in Education from
Columbia University in 1941. Although legally blind in one eye since childhood, he outwitted the Army doctors on the eye test and enlisted in the United States Army in July, 1942. He served in the Third Army, XX
Corp, 135th Combat Engineers and in the 94th Infantry Division. From July 1944 to April 1945 he served in the European Theater in France and in
Germany. He was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in action during the Battle for Metz in Nov. 1944. He was also awarded the Bronze Star and Good Conduct Medal. Joe worked as an Oiler for the Poirier McClain
Construction Co. in Geneva, NY and as Machine Maintenance Foreman for Walsh Driscoll Co. in Port of Spain, Trinidad. He was a Business Representative for Consolidated Edison, Westchester County, NY for 30
years retiring in 1978. He loved gardening and music and was always singing while he worked. He was an avid reader and did extensive research
in Russian History. Joe was a communicant of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, Scio, NY. He was a fifty-three year member of the American Legion, last affiliated with the Herbert DeLong Post 808 Belmont, NY. In
addition to his parents and wife, Joe was pre-deceased by four brothers: Hon. John E. Tobin, Francis P. Tobin, William A. Tobin and Thomas M. Tobin, Jr. Joe is survived by daughter Rusty Tobin of Belmont, NY, son
Joseph Tobin Jr. and his wife Linda of Uniontown, Ohio, and daughter Teresa Tobin and her husband Gary Cohen of Metuchen, NJ; his grandchildren Charles Cohen and Rebecca Erickson of Edison, NJ, Sarah
Cohen and Joseph Cohen of Metuchen, NJ; sisters-in-law Virginia Tobin Clark of Florida and Lois Tobin, family friend Jackie Manis of Belmont and
numerous nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to call on Monday from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. and Tuesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in BELMONT. Services will begin
Wednesday April 28, 2004 at 10:30 am with a prayer in the Funeral Home followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Mary’s Church in Belmont at
11:00 am with Rev. Dennis Wolf as Celebrant. The committal with military honors will follow Mass. Memorial suggestions include the Belmont
Literary and Historical Library, Belmont, NY 14813, Home Care & Hospice, Wellsville, NY 14895 or Manor Hills Wellsville, NY 14895. HELEN SCHEN, 80 of Hallsport Road passed away on Thursday, April 22,
2004 at JonesMemorialHospital in Wellsville. She was born on November 14, 1923 in Holland, NY the daughter of Vincent and Katherine Pawlak. On
July 19, 1947 in Olean she married Harold Schen who survives. She graduated from the first cadet nursing program at AlfredUniversity during
World War II. She was an RN and retired from JonesMemorialHospital after 27 years of service. She was a member of the Immaculate Conception
Church in Wellsville. In addition to her husband, she is survived by 2 sons: David Schen of Mt. Layton, VT, Michael Schen of North Potomac, MD; 2
daughters: Judith (Daniel) Flanagan of Provo, UT, Julie (James) Gish of Vancouver, WA; 9 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. Helen was
predeceased by her stepbrothers and sisters. A private service will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be in WoodlawnCemetery in
Wellsville. Memorial suggestions include the Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville and Jones Memorial Hospital. Dateline: Wellsville, NY WILLIAM WENTWORTH NAGLE, 81 of 251 N. Main Street passed away at home on Thursday April 22, 2004. He was born July 13, 1922 in Wellsville,
the son of William Joseph and Irene (Wentworth) Nagle. On October 15, 1947 in Bolivar he married Maureen Dougherty who survives. Bill was a 1939 graduate of BolivarHigh School, a decorated veteran of WW II serving
with the US Navy as a TM2C Torpedo Man 2nd Class on the A. W. Grant a DD649 Destroyer. He later attended LycomingCollege in Williamsport, PA.
He was formerly employed by E. I. Dupont in Bradford, PA as a shooter and later by John C. Bradley Oil Producer. In June of 1950 he began his career
with the United States Postal Service in Bolivar where he was named Postmaster on March 29, 1975. He became Postmaster in Wellsville on February 12, 1977 and retired August 29, 1980. He was a member of the
Wellsville Elks Lodge # 1495 in Wellsville, the Emerald Hook and Ladder Company # 3 in Wellsville, was a life member of the Bolivar Fire Department, life member of the Frank B. Church Post 2530 VFW Wellsville,
Member and Past Commander of the American Legion Post # 772 in Bolivar, Past Allegany County Commander of the American Legion, the Morrison Hayes Post # 702 Sons of American Legion in Wellsville, the
Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville and was a Past President of the St. Mary’s Church Altar & Rosary Society in Bolivar.Surviving in addition
to his wife are 4 daughters, Crelly Ann Nagle of Atlanta, GA, Mary John Nagle of Buffalo, Deirdre (Thomas) McElroy of Port Royal, PA and Maureen
(Gary) Pickett of Atlanta, GA. He is also survived by 3 grandchildren and several nieces & nephews.There will be no prior visitation, a Memorial Mass
and interment with military honors in MapleLawnCemetery, Bolivar will be scheduled for a later date. Memorial suggestions include the Emerald Hook
& Ladder Company # 3 in Wellsville or Home Care & Hospice. MICHAEL J. CLINE 51, of 1055 State Route 19 South passed away on
Thursday, April 22, 2004 at home. He was born on March 11, 1953 in Wellsville, the son of Earl and Genevieve (Costello) Cline. Mike was in the
U.S. Marine Corps, and for many years was employed by Wellsville Roofing. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. He is survived by his longtime companion: Lori Knickerbocker, his
daughters: Jenny Lynn Cline of Hornell, NY, Melissa Cline of Orlando, FL, 4 grandchildren: Tessa Murvin, Kristen Bodeau, Christopher Ross, Kaylee
France, 1 brother: Patrick Cline of Wellsville, 2 sisters: Evelyn “Maria” Denning of Andover, Vicky Neasbitt of Burleson, TX, and several aunts,
uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Also in Lori’s family, 2 daughters: Erica Soule of Genesee, PA, Amber Knickerbocker of Wellsville, 1 son:
Wade Knickerbocker of Genesee, PA, and 3 grandchildren: Darryn Soule, Brianna Grover, and Hailey Knickerbocker. He was predeceased by 2 brothers Daniel Wilson and Alan Cline. Friends are invited to call on
Monday, April 26 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home, Inc. in Wellsville. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 pm
following visitation with Rev. Dennis Wolf presiding. Memorials may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. THEROLD “TERRY” COOK, 86 of the Andover Road passed away on Saturday, April 24, 2004 at JonesMemorialHospital. He was born on
December 24, 1917 in Duke Center, PA the son of LaVern F. and Eva (Keiser) Cook. He married Marguerite “Peg” Dates who predeceased him on
January 29, 2000. He started the Swingsters Orchestra in Wellsville. From 1938 until his death, he owned and operated Cook’s Tire and Automotive.
He built and owned Cook’s Motel for 10 years, was a local U-Haul dealer for over 50 years, and owned Cook’s Storage. He loved both playing and
listening to music and played the piano until his death. Terry was also a charter member of the Wellsville Lions Club, which was started in 1942.
He was active until his military service in the US Army as he was in Europe during the later part of World War II. He was also in the service after the
war stationed in Germany. He returned to Wellsville and continued his membership with the Wellsville Lions Club. He will be known for his
dedication to service with chairmanship of such committees as club history, citizenship committee, and music and songs committee for the Lions
Minstrel Shows, which he actively performed in over 55 shows. He is best known as an accomplished piano player for meetings and playing God Bless
America and “In Our Den” to close out Lion meetings and Minstrel shows. He also sponsored 2 members of the Lions club of Wellsville. He has had
23 years of perfect attendance, and was awarded Life Member in 1989. In 1995 he was awarded the highest honor in Lions International and the
Wellsville Lions Club, the Melvin Jones Fellow. Terry enjoyed the Lions Club and enjoyed the friendship and most of all the service to a community
he loved. He was also a member of the Wellsville Moose Lodge #601, Wellsville Masonic Lodge #230 F & AM and the First United Methodist Church in Wellsville to whom he donated money for an air conditioning
system. Terry is survived by 1 sister: June (James) Williams of Ocala, FL; 1 niece: Sandra (David) Goodsell of Wellsville; 1 nephew: Jerry (Alice)
Carpenter of Wellsville; 2 grandchildren: Michele D. Gebhart of Colorado, Jason Hartman of Oklahoma City, OK; 2 step grandchildren: Jennifer Ludden, Michael Ludden Jr.; and a special friend Danny Coats of
Wellsville. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by his daughter: Judy Hartman. Friends are invited to call on Thursday, April 29, 2004 from
2-4 and 7-9pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home, Inc. in Wellsville. A funeral service with full military honors will be held at 11am on Friday
April 30 in the funeral home with Rev. Lee Williams presiding. Burial will be at WoodlawnCemetery. Memorial suggestions include the FirstUnitedMethodistChurch and the Wellsville Lions Club. Dateline: Wellsville, NY MARIETTA BRADLEY, 89 formerly of 2974 Truax Road passed away on
April 27, 2004 at Manor Hills in Wellsville. She was born on August 27, 1914 in Kansas City, KS the daughter of William J. and Katherine (Brown)
Blaine. She was a former resident of Salt Lake City, UT and moved to Wellsville in 1989. She was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School in
Colorado Springs, CO. She was first married to James Lewis Twombly in 1932 and later married Andrew J. Bradley who predeceased her in 1963. She was employed as a beautician in Scarsdale,NY for many years and
was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville. Marietta is survived by 1 son: James (Nancy) Twombly of Melbourne, FL; 1 daughter:
Patricia (Tom) James of Wellsville, 7 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren.In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by 2 grandsons: Robert and James Holliday; 1 great grandson: Chad Graham;
and 2 brothers: James E. Blaine and Joseph A. Blaine. There will be no prior visitation. A memorial Mass will be scheduled for a later date and burial will be in SacredHeartCemetery; Wellsville. Memorial suggestions
include the Immaculate Conception Church Memorial Fund.
Dateline: Belmont, NY. DORIS L. SANFORD,
80 of 8 Trianna Street passed away Saturday May 1, 2004 at her home. She was born January 4, 1924 in Belmont, the daughter of Parker J. and Ada (Lanphear) Lewis. She was first married February 2,
1947 to Harold A. Lowe who predeceased her on March 13, 1954. In 1972 she married Leroy Sanford who predeceased her on November 17, 1974. Doris was a graduate of Belmont High School and had attended
business school in Buffalo.She was a secretary and bookkeeper in the Belmont area for many years. She had been employed at the Allegany County Clerk’s Office and had served as Belmont Village Clerk. In later
years, she worker for Allegany County BOCES in child care. She was a member of the Herbert DeLong Post 808 American Legion Auxiliary, the Belmont Fire Department Auxiliary and was a Gold Star Mother. She is
survived by 1 daughter; Deborah (John) Biancuzzo of Belmont, 2 sons; Steven Lowe of Belmont and David Lowe of Boston, MA, 8 Grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren and 2 nieces. In addition to her husbands she was
predeceased by a daughter; Cathryn Lowe Ingalls on October 5, 1975 and her sister; Edith L. Olmstead on October 19, 2002. At Doris’s request there
will be no prior visitation and a private memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Forest Hills Cemetery in Belmont and memorial suggestions include the Amity Rescue Squad. TESSA ANNE SPICER was stillborn on April 23, 2004 at JonesMemorialHospital. She was the daughter of Gypsy (Cornelius) Spicer.
She is survived by 2 sisters: Logan Spicer and Madilynne Spicer at home, A maternal grandmother: Sherry Lafferty ofAllentown, a maternal great-grandfather: Edward Cornelius of Wellsville, a maternal
great-great-grandmother: Mildred Cornelius of Wellsville, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. Friends are invited to a funeral service on Saturday, May 8, 2004 at 4:00 pm in the YorksCornersMennoniteChurch
with Rev. Eugene Miller presiding. There will be no prior visitation. Burial will be in the YorksCornersCemetery. Memorial suggestions include the SPCAServingAlleganyCounty and the Allentown Softball
League. Arrangements are under the direction of the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. John F. ”Whiff” Sobek of 4192B Bolivar Road passed away on Tuesday
May 4, 2004. He was born on November 7, 1943 in Wellsville to Steven and Christine DeVore Sobek. He was a life long resident of Wellsville where he
graduated from High School. Whiff worked for many years at Dresser Rand in Wellsville and ran the Purple Penguin Sports Card Shop. He was a member of the BrooksideWesleyanChurch and a former member of the
Moose Lodge. Whiff’s hobbies included cooking, horse shoes, bowling , billiards and card games. His true love was sports. He enjoyed youth, high
school, college and pro sports. Whiff volunteered his time for many years as the official score keeper for many youth, high school and community
teams. Because of dedicated friends, the season nor weather mattered he was always at the game. His knowledge of sports was vast, but his favorite was the games of the Wellsville PONY League teams at Tullar
Field. Survivors include a brother James [Carol] Sobek of Indianapolis, Indiana ; aunts, uncles and cousins ; Besides his parents he predeceased
by his brother Joel Sobek. Friends may call on Thursday May 6, 2004 from 2-4 & 7-9 pm in the J.W.Embser Sons Funeral in Wellsville where a Funeral
Service will be held on Friday at 11 am with Rev. Robin George presiding. Burial will be in WoodlawnCemetery and memorials may be made to the Wellsville Little League or any Wellsville youth sports program. THOMAS B. SLAWSON, 67 of 3371A Hallsport Road passed away Thursday, May 13, 2004 at JonesMemorialHospital. He was born August
11, 1936 in Genesee, PA the son of Bernard and Emma (Robbins) Slawson. In 1997 in Hallsport he married Anna Valdez who survives. Thomas was a graduate of GeneseeHigh School. He was employed by
Dresser Rand Corp. in Wellsville for 34 years retiring in 1997, after which he worked security for Dresser Rand. He served as a negotiator for the
International Association of Machinists Moore Lodge # 1580 and was a member of the Frank B. Church Post #2530 V.F.W. in Wellsville. Thomas
will be remembered for his love of his many friends and nature. In addition to his wife, he is survived by 1 daughter: Denise (Les) Francus of
Wellsville; 2 sons: Thomas (Marilyn) Slawson of Genesee, PA and David Slawson of Florida; 3 stepdaughters: Teresa (Jay) Slawson of Whitesville, LaFrance Simons of Sulphur, OK, Felicia Shutt of Davis, OK; 1 stepson:
Geronmo Carter of Carlyle, IL; 9 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; 1 brother: Jack Slawson of Wellsville; and several nieces and nephews He
was predeceased by his parents and 1 brother: Robert Slawson. There will be no prior visitation and a memorial service will be scheduled for a later
date. The family suggests memorials to the SPCAServingAlleganyCounty. Arrangements are under the direction of the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. GLENN ARTHUR COOK, 81 formerly of the Hallsport Road, passed away on Saturday May 29th at JonesMemorialHospital. He was born January 15,
1923 in Betula, PA the son of Chester and Ruth (Higby) Cook. He attended school in Oswayo and Shinglehouse and on August 6, 1945 in Millport,PA he married Luella Fanton, who predeceased him on November 6, 1997.
Glenn was a veteran of WW II, entering the U.S. Army in 1942 where he served with the 324th Infantry 44th Division in the European Theater of
Operation until 1945. He had received several medals including the Purple Heart.He was first employed in Olean and Niagara Falls until 1953, when he moved to Wellsville and worked for Otis Eastern and Joyce Western
Corporation. In 1955 he began his 27 year career with Air Preheater Company, retiring in 1982.Glenn had resided at 32 Rochambeau Avenue in Andover for the past 2 years. He enjoyed bowling with the senior citizens,
traveling and camping. He had toured 47 states and 6 countries and was a member of the Morrison Hayes American Legion Post # 702 in Wellsville.He
is survived by 3 sons, Wade (Sharon) Cook of Belmont, John (Linda) Cook of Wellsville, Karl Cook of Brockport, 9 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, 6 step great grandchildren, a sister, Genevieve (Cliff)
Evingham of Shinglehouse, PA as well as several nieces & nephews. Friends are invited to call on Wednesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in Wellsville. The
funeral will be Thursday June 3rd at 10:30 am in the funeral home, with Rev. Ralph Eastlack presiding. Burial with military honors will be in StannardsCemetery and memorial suggestions include the Andover
Ambulance Corps or to a charity of the donor’s choice.
REX S. “BUDDY” FULLAM JR
, 84 of Wellsville passed away Monday, May 31, 2004 at the Buffalo VA Hospital following a lengthy illness. He was born February 2, 1920 in Montpelier, VT, the son of Rex A. and Mary
(Tewksbury) Fullam. He owned and operated three successful businesses in Wellsville; Rex Photo Service, Rex Advertising, and Rex Office
Supply. During WWII, he served in the Army, earning the Bronze Star for bravery. Rex attended the Yorks corners Mennonite Church. Rex is survived
by his wife of 62 years, Irene; 4 sons: Rex III (Donna) of Stony Creek, NY; Roger of Wellsville; Randall (Wendy) of Ohio; Robin (Madelene) of Harrisville, NY; 2 daughters: Roxanne (Henry) Jedraszczak and Rena (Greg)
Coryell of Florida; a brother: Everett of Florida; 23 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. He will forever be remembered as “Buddy-Buddy” to
his grandchildren and all his “little friends”. He was predeceased by a son: Robert, a grandson: Michael, and a sister: Virginia Robertson. Friends are
invited to call on Friday from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home, Inc. in Wellsville. A funeral service will
be held on Saturday, June 5, 2004 at 2:00 pm in the funeral home with his son, Rev. Rex A. Fullam III and Rev. Eugene Miller presiding. Burial will be
in WoodlawnCemetery, Wellsville with full military honors. Memorial suggestions include the American Diabetes Association, 315 Alberta Drive, Suite 102, Amherst, NY 14226. KATHERINE E. PECKHAM, 80 formerly of Belmont passed away Tuesday, June 01, 2004 at the Bradford Manor in Bradford, PA. whe was born
October 20, 1922 in Sweden Valley, PA, the daughter of Clifton B. and Eva Ida (Ackley) Young. Katherine married Martin J. Funk Sr. and in 1967 she
married Alfred E. Peckham who predeceased her in 1992. She was a WellsvilleHigh School graduate, and was employed as a secretary for the
Allegany County Cooperative Extension in Belmont for many years. She was a member of Professional Secretaries International and AARP. She is
survived by 2 sons: Martin J. (Dee) Funk Jr. of Polacca, AZ; Victor L. (Gail) Funk of Belmont; 2 daughters: Sandra K. (Richard) Ayers of Victor, NY;
Wanda R. (Ken) Hollamby of Olean; 11 grandchildren and several great grandchildren; 2 sisters: Gladys Saunders of Olean; Ruth Saunders of Friendship; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband,
Katherine was predeceased by 1 brother: Carlos Perry, and 2 sisters: Frances Western and Pearl Perry. Friends are invited to call from 10:00 to 11:00 am on Friday, June 4, 2004 at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home,
Inc. in Wellsville. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am following visitation in the funeral home. Burial will be in WoodlawnCemetery, Wellsville. NOLAN DONOVAN LUDU, 19 months of 20 McDowell Avenue died on Monday, June 7, 2004 following an accident in the Town of Jasper. He was
born on October 12, 2002 in Wellsville, the son of Frank and Kathleen (Quillinan) Ludu. In addition to his parents, Nolan is survived by 1
brother: Ryan and a twin sister: Keara both at home; his maternal grandfather: Grover Quillinan of Elmira, and several aunts, uncles, and
cousins. Friends are invited to call on Friday from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home, Inc. in Wellsville. A Mass of the Angels
will be celebrated at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 12, 2004 in Immaculate Conception Church, Wellsville with Rev. Dennis Wolf as celebrant. Burial
will be in the SacredHeartCemetery in Wellsville. Memorial suggestions include the Elks Lodge # 1495 Scholarship Fund 77 Pearl Street Wellsville, NY14895 or The American Heart Association. DENISE M. MURPHY, 39 of 137 Scott Ave. passed away unexpectedly on
Saturday, June 12, 2004 at home. She was born October 1, 1964 in Bronx, NY the loving daughter of James and Patricia (Ryan) Murphy. She grew up
in Little Ferry, NJ and was a 1982 graduate of RidgefieldParkHigh School. She moved to Andover,NY in 1985 where her maternal grandparents
Angelo “Smiley” and Sylvia (Ostrander) D’Ariano reside. She moved to Wellsville in 1990 where she lived until her untimely death. Denise was a
1994 graduate of the State University of New York at Alfred with an Associate Degree in Human Services. She had been employed at the Book Store, Byrne Dairy, Andover A+, and Manor Hills in Wellsville. She
volunteered at the Christian Temple Soup Kitchen and JonesMemorialHospital. She was an avid reader and movie watcher, she loved flowers, walking, listening to rock-n-roll, and attending concerts. She
loved laughter and people, especially her family, friends, and anyone in need. She had a passion for the study of Domestic Violence, she had a
heart of gold and would do anything for anyone. Her beautiful smile lit up the room; her voice and laughter echoed “Now the party can begin!” She
left a lasting impression on all those she came in contact with. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed by all.In addition to her parents
and maternal grandparents, Denise is survived by a sister: Tara Murphy of Clifton, NJ; a brother: Neil Murphy of Hackensack,NJ; her paternal grandparents: Alfred and Rose Marie (Aloi) Murphy of Brooklyn, NY; several
aunts, uncles, and cousins.She was predeceased by a maternal grandfather: Arnold Ryan, a maternal aunt: Mary Catherine Ryan, a maternal Uncle: David Ryan, her best friend and cousin: Yvonne (Ryan)
Pierce, and a paternal aunt: Rose Marie (Murphy) Riccio. There will be no prior visitation, and a memorial Mass will be celebrated on Friday, June 18,
2004 at 11:00 am in Immaculate Conception Church, Wellsville with Rev. Dennis Wolf as celebrant. Memorial suggestions include the Domestic
Violence Task Force, the Family Development Division of Domestic Violence at Accord, and the Christian Temple Soup Kitchen. LOIS H. FLEISCHMAN, 78 of 3490 Rauber Hill passed away Thursday, June
17, 2004 at home. She was born on April 12, 1926 in Wellsville, the daughter of Lloyd and Edna (Griggs) Hanchett. On September 21, 1946 in
Wellsville she married Richard Fleischman, who predeceased her in 1990. After high school, Lois was employed by the Sinclair Refinery and
later by Rockwell Brothers until retiring in 1980. For many years she was known for cake baking for all occasions. She was a member of the
TrinityLutheranChurch and a member of the Wellsville Fireman’s Auxiliary for over 50 years. She was also an active member of the Scio Senior
Sunshine Club with which she traveled on several trips. Lois is survived by a son: John Fleischman of Scio; 2 daughters: Sharon (Jerry) Falletta of
Groton, NY; Susan (Ronald) Thomas of Wellsville; 5 grandchildren; a sister: Jean Patrick of Andover; several nieces and nephews; and a loving companion: Robert J. Madden of Wellsville. She is predeceased by a
grandson: Tommy Greene. Friends are invited to call on Sunday from 2:00 to 4:00 pm and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home,
Inc. in Wellsville. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, June 21, 2004 in the funeral home with Rev. Robert Morris presiding. Burial
will be in WoodlawnCemetery, Wellsville. Memorial suggestions include Home Care and Hospice, FirstTrinityLutheranChurch, or a charity of the donor’s choice. WILLIAM E. HOSMER, 74 of 5407 State Route 19 North passed away on Saturday, June 19, 2004 in his home surrounded by his family. He was born on January 5, 1930 in Richburg, the son of Ira and Sarah (Warner) Hosmer. On July 4, 1978 in Scio he married Nancy Harrington, who survives. He grew up in Richburg and has been a resident of Belmont for 18 years. William was employed in several different fields throughout his life. He was a farmer in Cuba, worked heavy equipment for Frances Root, |
