Class of 1964 In Memoriam


 

 

Kathleen Wilkins-Stumacher

February 18, 1946 ~ July 1, 2021

Kathleen Stumacher, beloved wife of Eric Stumacher, mother of Todd Rennie, sister of Burton (Marian) Wilkins and Nancy Brewster, stepmother of Sonja (Peter) Burrows and Adam (Jennifer de Leon) Stumacher, and aunt of Cheryl (Ray) Urciuoli, Shawn Wilkins, Burton (Vicki) Wilkins, Jr., Jeffrey Brewster, and Burton (Melinda) Brewster, passed away on July 1, 2021, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.  Kathleen was the loving grandmother of eight beautiful grandchildren: Zachariah, Caleb and Elsa Burrows; Mateo and Ruben Stumacher; and Corinne, Braden and Braxton Rennie.  Kathleen was an early childhood educator, a non-profit administrator and violist/violinist for numerous music groups in the Keene area. She was born on Feb. 18, 1946, to Marvel and Wilma Wilkins in Wellsville, N.Y. She graduated from Nyack College in 1968.  Kathleen served for 15 years as founding administrator of Apple Hill’s Playing for Peace Project, where she was a radiant ambassador for the Project’s vision of using chamber music to inspire the crossing of human divides. In later years, she served as administrator and librarian for the Keene Chamber Orchestra and the Sonad Project.  The public is cordially invited to a memorial service to celebrate Kathleen’s life at Congregation Ahavas Achim, 84 Hastings Ave., Keene on Sunday, July 11, 2021 at 4 p.m.  In lieu of flowers, contributions in Kathy’s honor to the Keene Chamber Orchestra and the Sonad Project will be gratefully accepted. Please mail your check to: P.O. Box 665, West Swanzey, NH 03469 (Same address for both organizations.)

 

 


 

Anna Burgess-Raub

March 13, 1947 ~ April 20, 2021

Anna L. Raub, 74, of St. Rte 417, Addison, NY passed away on Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. Born at the Brooklyn Naval Yards on Mach 13, 1947, Anna was the daughter of the late Joseph and Vera Burgess. As a child, Anna’s family moved to Wellsville where they made their home. Anna graduated from Wellsville High School. In June 1963, Anna and Herbert L. Raub Jr. were married in Wellsville. Anna was a homemaker and stay at home Mom for many years until she decided to continue her education and pursue her dream of working in nursing. She attended Corning Community College and earned a degree in Nursing, attaining certification as a Registered Nurse. She was employed at Corning Hospital for over 20 years working as an RN. In retirement, she and Herb enjoyed traveling and would winter in Homosassa, FL and spend summers at Allegany Mountain Resort in East Otto, NY. Surviving is her husband, Herbert Raub Jr., her daughters, Lisa Gruetter and Deborah Henry, her son in law, Mike Gruetter, her grandchildren, Jared Gruetter, Ryan Gruetter and Krysti Henry and great grandchildren, Taylor Henry-Predmore and Alexander Jameson Gruetter. The family will receive friends on Thursday, April 22 from 9 to 11 am at the H.P. Smith & Son Funeral Home, 1607 Main St. Woodhull, NY. Burial will be made in Woodhull Cemetery.

 


 

Leonard E. Osgood

July 4, 1944 ~ April 20, 2020

Leonard E. Osgood, 75, of 3524 Route 417, died on Monday, April 20, 2020, shortly after arrival at the Jones Memorial Hospital. He was born July 4, 1944 in Wellsville, the son of the late William and Margaret (Burch) Osgood. On March 29, 1986, in Wellsville, he married Ruth Anderson who survives.  Leonard was raised in Wellsville and was a 1963 graduate of Wellsville High School. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, 101st Airborne Division serving two tours in Vietnam between 1968 and 1970. He was formerly employed by Acme Electric in Cuba, Penn Yan Construction; welding bridges as I-86 was being constructed, Butler Larkin, CE Air Preheater, and retired from Dresser-Rand in1991. He was a member of Local 1580 IAM, an active member, Past President, and Board member of the Wellsville Rod & Gun Club, where he was instrumental in the relocation the trap field, now referred to as the “Leonard Osgood Trap Field”. He was a member and Past Commander of the Frank B. Church Post 2530 VFW, and a 45 Year Life Member of the Genesee Hose Co. No. 5. In addition, he was a NYS Hunting Instructor, a member of the Allegany County Pheasant Program, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, and stocking streams.  Surviving, in addition to his wife Ruth, are two step-daughters: Linda Bierman (Jay Greene) of Genesee PA, and Connie Graham of Ooltewah, TN; a step-son, Dennis (Robin) Graham of Wellsville, eight siblings, Glenn (Mildred) Osgood, Richard (Anne) Osgood, Gloria (Norman) Smith, Kay Schrlau, Althea Smith, Geraldine Flower (Guy Nichols)  Marietta Palmer, and Dale (Kathleen) Osgood, as well as several nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased in addition to his parents, by two brothers, William and Frank Osgood, a grandson Chad Graham, great-granddaughter, Chelsea Bierman, a brother-in-law, William Schrlau, a sister-in-law, Ruth Osgood, and a niece, Brenda Raught.  A private burial with full military honors, will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. A public memorial will be planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donations to the Wounded Warrior Project, or the SPCA Serving Allegany County. 

 


 

James E. Euken

February 20, 1946 ~ August 8, 2020

Hon. James E. Euken, 74, of Belmont, NY, died Saturday, August 8, 2020 in his home. Arrangements will be announced by the Mulholland-Crowell Funeral Home, Wellsville.

 


 

Douglas Thompson

July 12, 1946 ~ August 28, 2019

Douglas E. Thompson, 73, of 427 Balsam Street passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2019 at Arnot Ogden Hospital. He was born July 12, 1946 in Wellsville, NY, the son of the late Harold G. and Norma (Wightman) Thompson. In 2002 in North Carolina he married Susan Burr  who survives.  Doug was a former member of the Grant Duke Hose Co. No. 1, of the Wellsville Volunteer Fire Department. He enjoyed his dogs, country music and Stephen King.  He helped bring country music to the Southern Tier as a DJ for WLSV Radio. He was studying to become a lay minister with the United Methodist Church.  In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Daniel (Amy) Thompson of Conway, AR; a daughter, Nicole Ackerman of Little Rock, AR; two grandchildren, Matthew Thompson and Kira Ackerman, a brother, Robert (Priscilla) Thompson of Wellsville, as well as one niece, one nephew and several step-children.  Friends are invited to a graveside service on Saturday, August 31, 2019 at 1:00 pm in Woodlawn Cemetery, 276 S. Main Street in Wellsville. Please consider memorial donations to the Grant Duke Hose Company No. 1.
 
 

 

David Sweet

May 14, 1946 ~ October 16, 2019

David C. Sweet, age 73, of Larchwood Drive passed away on Wednesday October 16, 2019, in North Chili. He was born on May 14, 1946 in Wellsville to Robert C. and Gladys Dickinson Sweet.  On July 1, 1995 in Wellsville he married Jacqueline Austin who survives.  David was a graduate of Wellsville High School in 1964.  He entered the U.S Air Force in 1966 where he served a tour in Vietnam stationed at at Bien Hoa Air Force Base as a sergeant in Transit Alert. David entered the US Army Reserve in 1972 and retired in 1992 as a First Sergeant. While in the service to his country he earned many awards including the Meritorious Service Award. He was a 54 year life member of the Fire Department and held many offices as a member of the McEwen Hose Company and later the Wellsville Fire Company. David served the Wellsville Fire Department as Chief 2003 until 2005and presently was a member of the Fire Police. He worked for his father and uncle from 1970 until 1990 at the former Rockwell Brothers Department Store and retired from Air Preheater in 2004. He was a member of the First Trinity Lutheran Church of Wellsville and its Saturday Bible Study and the Men’s Club. David was a former member of the Wellsville Ambulance Corps.  Survivors include his Wife Jacqueline; his mother Gladys Sweet of Wellsville; his sons Matthew (Laura)  Sweet of Clayton, NC., and Mark Robert Sweet of Wellsville; a daughter Carrie Lynn (Robert)  Perez of Santa Clarita, CA.; 5 grandchildren Cory C. Sweet, Nathan C. Sweet,Kendall Hathaway, Lacey Green and Luke Green; his sister Kathryn (Roger)  Moyer of Wellsville; his mother in law Joanne Austin of Medina; sister in law Debra (Christopher)  Tompkins of Medina; several nieces and nephews; special friends Tom Slavin, and Belinda and Robert Butts.  Friends are invited to call on Saturday, October 19, 2019, from 2 pm until 4 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home in Wellsville. A funeral service will take place at 4 pm at the conclusion of the calling hours with Pastor Dick Helms presiding. Burial will take place in Woodlawn Cemetery on Thursday October 24, at 10 am and memorials may be made to the Wellsville Fire Department, the Wellsville Volunteer Ambulance Corps or to the Hart House.

 


 

Jean Cavanaugh

January 3, 1947 ~ January 14, 2018

Jean T. Cavanaugh, 71, a lifelong resident of 201 Maple Avenue, passed away on January 14, 2018, at the Wellsville Manor Care Center following an extended illness.  She was born on January 3, 1947, along with her twin sister Jane in Watertown, NY. They were the adopted daughters of the late Ralph and Irene (LeBar) Cavanaugh.  Jean was confirmed at the Immaculate Conception Church, and graduated from Immaculate Conception School. She was a 1964 graduate of Wellsville High School, and attended Olean Business Institute. She was a proud employee of L. C. Whitford Company, where she served as an executive secretary for over 40 years. She loved and cared for animals, and never turned away an abandoned kitten. She enjoyed the outdoors, bowling, camping at Breezy Point, cookouts on her porch with friends, and was always ready to help someone in need.  She was predeceased in addition to her parents, by her twin sister, Jane C. Mosher.  Friends are invited to call on Friday, January 26, 2018 from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in Wellsville. A memorial service will follow visitation at 1:00 pm in the funeral home. Interment will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Please consider memorial donations to the SPCA Serving Allegany County.

 


 

 

Douglas Hickok

February 1946 ~ February 22, 2018

Douglas Hickok of Annapolis passed away on February 22 after a bout with cancer. He is survived by his beloved wife Betsy and will be missed by his many friends and colleagues. Doug and Betsy lived in Richmond, VA and Santa Fe, NM prior to coming to Annapolis. Born in New York, NY, Doug led a rich and varied life which included stints as a radio announcer, TV news anchor, musician, executive coach and trainer, private pilot and adventurer. He was an ardent fisherman, swing dancer, cook, photographer, and author of “The Pursuit of Happiness at Work” and “How To Succeed With your Great Business Idea.” In lieu of flowers Betsy requests that contributions be made to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation at www.cbf.org.

 

 

 

 

 


 

Diana Cline-Sandle

November 4, 1946 ~ September 23, 2017

Diana C. Sandle, 70, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Saturday, September 23, 2017. She was born on November 4, 1946 in Wellsville, the only daughter of the late Oristus and Florence (Munger) Cline. Diana was a 1964 graduate of Wellsville High School and a member of the Pearl String Ensemble in Wellsville. She has been the Secretary and Treasurer of Sandle Custom Bearings for the past 30 years.   She is survived by her husband, Eric William Sandle, whom she married on January 7, 1988; two daughters, Tracey Loughlin-Young and her husband Troy Young of Charlotte, NC and Heather Pettit and her husband Joseph of Wilton, CT; three grandchildren, Owen and Avery Pettit and Noah Loughlin-Young; two brothers, David Cline of Wellsville, NY and Dale Cline and his wife Carol of Walworth, NY; a special niece, Lisa Lindsay and her husband Michael of Wellsville; as well as several nieces, nephews, grandnieces and great friends who will miss her dearly.  Friends are invited to call on Thursday, September 28, 2017 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home in Wellsville. A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 29, 2017 at 11:00 am in the funeral home with a reception to follow and all are welcome. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Diana’s name may be made to the SPCA Serving Allegany County at http://www.spcaallegany.org.

 


 

Elizabeth “Joyce” Shay-Carson

August 15, 1946 ~ June 6, 2014

Elizabeth “Joyce” Carson passed away Friday (June 6, 2014). She is predeceased by her parents, Lloyd and Margaret Shay. She is survived by her husband, William J. Carson, of 41 years; sons, Brian Carson and Kevin Carson; sisters, Donna Shay and Nancy Calladine; also by many nieces and nephews.

 


 

Larry G. Currier

May 4, 1946 ~ May 23, 2011

Larry G. CURRIER, 65, of Ellisburg, PA, died Monday, May 23, 2011 in the Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA.  Born May 4, 1946, in Wellsville, NY, he was the son of Bert A. and Agnes Matteson Currier. On February 15, 1974, in Obi, NY, he married the former Kathleen S. Parry, who survives. He was employed by Dresser-Rand in Wellsville, NY for 46 years. In his younger years, he drag raced and earned several trophies. He enjoyed the outdoors and was a bird enthusiast. Larry was a NASCAR and dirt track racing fan and liked steam train engines. Surviving besides his wife, Kathie, are: two sons, Shawn Currier of Ellisburg and Perry Currier of Hubert, NC; a daughter, Sheena Currier of Ft. Defiance, AZ; a granddaughter, Searah Anne Shutt of Mt. Jewett, PA; his mother, Agnes Currier of Wellsville, NY; two brothers, Wayne Currier of Ellisburg and Gerald (Bonnie) Currier of Alma, NY; a sister, Karry (Malcolm) Davison of Petersburg, TN; two uncles, Ernest (Helen) Matteson of Genesee, PA and Marion (Mary) Matteson of Wellsville; an aunt, Phyllis Denhoff of Wellsville; and nieces and nephews. Larry was predeceased by his father. Friends may call at the Olney Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ulysses, PA, on Friday, May 27, 2011 from 12:00 – 2:00 PM, with Funeral Services following at 2:00 PM. The Rev. Robert Walters will officiate. Burial will be in Andrews Settlement Cemetery.

 


 

Raymond Towne Craig

January 18, 1946 ~ January 2, 2001

 


 

Roger William Versch

February 10, 1946 ~ December 25, 2011

VERSCH, ROGER WILLIAMS Age 65, of Pell City, passed away December 25, 2011. Surviving are his wife, Barbara Versch; 3 sons; 2 daughters-in-law; a brother; and 10 grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Thursday, December 29th at 6 p.m. at Kilgroe Chapel. The family will receive friends from 5 until 6 prior to the service.

 


 

Kathryn Jack Plants

May 16, 1946 ~ August 4, 2015

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Kathryn Jack Plants, 69, passed away Tuesday (Aug. 4, 2015) at Cuba Memorial Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer. She truly was a fierce warrior with incredible grace and dignity. Born on May 16, 1946, in Wellsville, NY, she was a loving daughter of the late William J. and Veronica McHale Plants. She was a devoted loving sister to Peter J. Plants, William J. (Candace) Plants, Suzanne (Jan) Fundalinski and Elizabeth Ann (Jeffrey) Jubenville; and loving sister-in-law to Marcia Plants. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews, all of whom she adored. She also leaves behind her little Maltese, Sadie, whom she rescued. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her sisters, Drusilla P. Dimant and Colette P. Reardon. Kathryn graduated from Wellsville High School in 1964 and attended college in Massachusetts. She was always a very driven, hard working person who would do whatever she could for her family. On Sept. 1, 1998 she began her own business, Plants & Co., as an independent distributor KI Furniture. She was involved in many of the updates in colleges and hospitals in WNY. She was also a member of Women Owned Business Assoc. Kathryn volunteered numerous hours for the American Red Cross, St. Bonaventure University, and Women’s Republican Organization. She loved boating & kayaking. A ride around the lake was always a treasured pleasure. Her last selfless act was donating her body to science, to help the lives of others. The family would like to express their sincere thanks to her devoted friends.  Friends and family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. on Saturday (Aug. 29, 2015) at Our Lady of Angels Church, 50 South St., Cuba. The Rev. Dennis J.J. Mancuso will be the celebrant. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Warming House, P.O. Box: AR, St. Bonaventure University, St. Bonaventure, NY 14778.

 


 

Jean Miller-Hile

January 16, 1946 ~ February 23, 2015

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Jean Miller Hile, age 69, passed on to heaven with her daughters and sister at her side on Feb. 23, 2015 at Emeritus Memory Care of Melbourne, FL. Jean was born on January 16, 1946 in Staten Island, NY to Keith R. and Dorothy Boylan Miller and moved to Olean, NY before spending most of her life in Wellsville. She is survived by two loving daughters, Tamara (Tammy) Hile Brandes (Chris) of Sebastian, FL and Elizabeth (Betsy) Hile-Gay (Nathan) of Oklahoma City, OK; her sister and best friend, Sue Hand (Steve), and brother, Tom Miller (Tina). She was adored by her 4 granddaughters, Emily, Natalie, Olivia, and Evelyn, 3 nieces, 4 nephews, and many other family and friends. Jean worked at First Trust Bank and was known for her kindness and patience with older customers. She was also a lifelong volunteer, often putting the needs of others before her own. Jean was diagnosed with young-onset Alzheimer’s at age 58 and fought for her independence until the end. She moved to be closer to her daughters in Pittsburgh, PA, and later Melbourne, FL before flying to heaven to dance with the angels alongside her parents and brother, Richard K. Miller. A party to celebrate her life will be held in Wellsville this summer. More information will be forthcoming. All whose lives have been touched by her are welcome to attend.

 


 

 

 

John Jay Arnold

June 6, 1946 ~ July 27, 1999

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Jan Hubertus Bastian

March 10, 1945 ~ May 22, 1997

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 Daniel M. Brandes

February 15, 1946 ~ September 22, 2003

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Larry Robert Burdge

January 19, 1946 ~ March 1, 2008

SGT. U.S. ARMY – VIETNAM

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Robert F. Burdick

September 1, 1946 ~ October 2, 2013

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Wellsville, NY – Robert F. Burdick, 67, of 167 Maple Avenue passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2013 shortly after arrival at Jones Memorial Hospital. He was born September 1, 1946 in Hornell, the son of Francis and Katherine (Wheeler) Burdick. On May 31, 1997 in Wellsville he married Maxine Dodge who survives. Bob was raised in Greenwood and Wellsville and was 1964 graduate of Wellsville High School. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1964 to 1966. He was employed as a pipe fitter at Dresser-Rand Corporation in Wellsville for 42 years; retiring August 31, 2008. He was a member of the Frank B. Church Post 2530 VFW, the Morrison-Hayes Post 702 American Legion and the Wellsville Moose Lodge # 601. He enjoyed gardening, yard work, woodworking and NASCAR.  Surviving in addition to his wife are four children, Denny (Maureen) Burdick of Rochester, Timothy Burdick of Norfolk, VA, Michelle Burdick of Scio and Robert Burdick Jr. three stepchildren, Sherry (Chris) Schneider and Christine (Phil) Baker both of Scio and Jackie Harder and her fiancé Jeremy Faulkner of Wellsville, seven grandchildren, four brothers, Kenny Burdick, John (Nancy) Burdick, Frank (Nancy) Burdick, Mike (Debbie Ward) Burdick all of Wellsville, two sisters, Lynn Marie Burdick and Marcie (Doug) Spence both of Wellsville as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

 


 

 Ned P. Carlin

December 12, 1945 ~ January 11, 2003

SSGT US AIR FORCE VIETNAM

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 Richard Carpenter

November 14, 1945 ~ May 6, 1966

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 Jane C. Cavanaugh-Mosher

January 3, 1947 ~ February 2, 2002

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Jane C. Mosher, 55, of Lake Street, Perry, died Saturday (Feb. 2, 2002) at ECMC in Buffalo after a short illness.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

Sharlene Childress-Burdick

September 10, 1946 ~ January 12, 2004

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Rollin S. Colegrove

October 13, 1944 ~ October 20, 2011

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Rollin S. Colegrove, 67, passed away Thursday (Oct. 20, 2011) at his home with his family by his side. Rollie was born to Wendell X. and Adelene M. Colegrove of Wellsville, on Oct. 13, 1944. In 1964, he enlisted in the Marine Corp., served a tour of duty in Vietnam, and was honorably discharged in 1967.   March of 1971 Rollie began working for “Ma Bell” in western New York, where he was also an aquatics director for the Y.M.C.A.. In 1976 he moved his family to Porterville, Ca. where he worked as a lineman and maintenance splicer for Pacific Bell until retiring in 1998.  Rollie participated in many AMA district 37 off-road races, numerous local ranch brandings, and frequently packed into the high sierra.Rollie is survived by his wife of 45 years, Mary Ann Colegrove of Porterville, Calif.; eldest son, Brian and Trina Colegrove of Terra Bella, Calif., and daughter, Kimberly Colegrove and Elvis Mahan; granddaughter, Tawny Mahan of Porterville, Calif.; youngest son Joel and Erin Colegrove; and granddaughters, Summer and Lila Colegrove of Paso Robles, Calif. Rollie is also survived by his siblings, Patricia Welch of Geneseo, Thomas Colegrove of Wellsville, James Colegrove of Allegany, Mary Hopkins of Columbia, S.C., Margaret McEnroe of Alleghany, and Barbara Rowe of Wamboin, NSW. Australia; as well as many nieces and nephews.  A celebration of life will be held from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursday (Oct. 27, 2011) at the Porterville Veterans Memorial building 1900 W. Olive Ave.

 

 

 


 

 Richard Dingman

April 15, 1947 ~ May 7, 1966

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ITHACA — Richard Francis Dingman. 19, 1964 graduate of Wellsville High School was killed accidentally while on a hunting trip here Saturday. Mr. Dingman resided in Wellsville and attended local schools from 1958 until 1965. He was the son of Robert Dingman, who during that span was Wellsville’s Village Engineer. The family moved here in 1965 when the senior Dingman assumed the positiqn of City Engineer. At the time of his death Richard was a student at Palmer University. Born April 15, 1947, Richard was the son of Robert and Roberta (MacGeachey) Dingman. In addition to his parents he leaves three brothers, Robert Owen Jr., of Albany; Thomas W. of Wellsville and Peter A. at home; maternal grandmother, Mrs. William MacGeachey of Palmer, Mass. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday in the Congregational Church on Highland Avenue here. There will be no visitation hours.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

Gregory George Dunham

February 28, 1947 ~ September 24, 1990

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Gregory George Dunham, born 28 Feb 1947, in Wellsville, NY, married 19 Dec 1969 in Alfred NY to Joyce Myrtie Carpenter; Greg was a special education teacher and a rock and roll musician whose band, “The Rogues,” released a single record in the early 1980’s; he stood 6 feet 8 and 1/2 inches tall; died of cancer 24 Sep 1990.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

Charles Dutton

February 5, 1946 ~ April 8, 1968

Dutton, Charles

Name: Charles Mathew Dutton
Birth Date: 5 Feb 1946
Death Date: 8 Apr 1968
Gender: Male
Age: 22
Race: Caucasian (White)
Home City: Wellsville
Home State: New York
Religion: Methodist (also Evangelical United Brethren)
Marital Status: Single (Spouse Not Listed)(Single)
   
Citizen Status: U.S.
Death Date: 8 Apr 1968
Processed Date: Apr 1968
Casualty Country: Republic of Vietnam (South Vietnam)
Casualty Type: Hostile – Killed
Casualty Reason: Aircraft Loss/Crash Not at Sea
Casualty Air: Helicopter Air Casualty – Other Aircrew
Body Status: Body Recovered
Service branch: Department of the Army
Component: Regular (RA, USN, USAF, USMC, USCG)
Military Grade: Specialist Fifth Class
Pay Grade: Specialist Fifth Class (U.S. Army) or Sergeant (U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps) or Staff Sergeant (U.S. Air Force) or Grade/Rate Abbreviations With First Column: Any Entry; Second Column: Any Entry; Third Column: 2; Fourth Column: Blank (U.S. Navy, U.S. Coa
Province: Military Region 1 – Quang Ngai
Length of Service : 02
Service Occupation: Light Weapons Infantry (ARMY)
Data Source: Combat Area Casualties Current File

 

 


 

Michael Keith Evans

1946 ~ October 16, 1962

 

 


 

Nancy J. Heysham-Greene

November 12, 1946 ~ September 7, 1997

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 William J. Hurley 3rd

July 5, 1945 ~ May 29, 2002

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William J. Hurley III, 56, of 154 S. Brooklyn Ave., died May 29, 2002 at the home of his brother in Wellsville, following a two year struggle with cancer.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

Elsie Jeannette Leonard-Ketchner

September 16, 1946 ~ November 11, 2006

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 Thomas James Lewis

May 26, 1946 ~ June 25, 1991

 

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John Leslie McClure

1946 ~ September 30, 1968

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Robert Mead

July 19, 1945 ~ January 8, 1968

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Mary Ann Melaro-Weirich

August 31, 1946 ~ June 1999

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Bonita J. Moline-Fanton

December 21, 1946 ~ July 2, 2008

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Earl Jay Nye

July 21, 1946 ~ June 1984

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Mary Ann Shea-Manning

September 17, 1946 ~ October 5, 2004

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William Shelley

May 5, 1946 ~ December 14, 1967

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Barbara Sheridan-Graves

December 24, 1944 ~ July 9, 2008

Barbara (Sheridan)   Graves, Rochester: “Barbie” Graves died at Rochester General Hospital on July 9, 2008 at the age of 63. She is survived by her husband Larry; brothers Thomas (Carol) Sheridan of Palatka, FL, Daniel (Mary Ellen) Sheridan of Scio, NY; many nieces and nephews and special friends at 4800 RGH. She was pre-deceased by her beloved brothers and sisters; Mary Jane Bace, Elizabeth Badger, William Sheridan, David Sheridan, Karol Sheridan and Rose Griffin. Barb worked at the former Genesee Hospital and Rochester General for a combined 34 years. She was also an accomplished photographer and “Cody” lover. There will be no prior calling hours. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Andrew’s Church, Portland Ave. on July 24th at 4 pm. Contributions in her memory can be made to the American Diabetes Association.

 

 


 

Linda Smith-Phelps

April 19, 1946 ~ August 30, 2009

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Joel Robert Sobek

February 13, 1946 ~ December 14, 1967

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Mary Jane Spargur-Barozzini

November 18, 1946 ~ December 30, 1988

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Judith Sutton-Green

January 28, 1947 ~ June 15, 1990

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Lynette Wachter-Callery

1946 ~ July 7, 2006

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Lynette (Wachter) Callery,  Wife and Friend On July 7, 2006. Predeceased by her beloved poodles, Max & Mickey. Survived by husband, Aidan “Cal” Callery; brother, Douglas (Randi) Wachter; Cal’s son, Michael (Debbie) Callery; niece, Heather (Chris) Lockwood; nephew, Brett Wachter; special friends, Paul (Sherry) Tesch & Dina (Rob) Villa; many close neighbors. Lynette was an avid Golfer, Bowler and Softball Player. She devoted over 40 years to Chase Manhattan Bank. Lynette’s Memorial Service will be celebrated Tuesday, 1:00 P.M. in the Interfaith Chapel at Miller Funeral Homes (3325 Winton Rd. South). Interment, White Haven Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Humane Society at Lollypop Farms.

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

David Woolard

November 8, 1946 ~ July 1977

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Donald E. Wilson Sr.

July 4, 1946 ~ June 17, 2014

Donald E. Wilson Sr., age 67, of the Babcock Road passed away on Tuesday June 17, 2014 in Corning Hospital in Corning, New York. He was born in Coudersport Pennsylvania on July 4, 1946 to Charles and Dorothy Haupt Wilson. Don had been married to Ann Searle who survives. Don graduated from Wellsville High School and in 1969 he graduated from Ithaca College where he was a member of the Delta Sigma Phi Fraternity. He was the Director of probation of Tompkins County and was a member of the Newfield Lions Club. After a tragic accident in 1980 Don was blessed with numerous care givers at the Pine Crest Home in Avoca and later at the Country Valley Home in Bath. He is survived by his daughter, Bridgette Wilson Norton of Akron; 2 grand daughters, Allison and Grace Norton; several nieces and nephews who loved him. Don was predeceased by his parents; a son Donald E.”Donnie” Wilson Jr.; a brother Wallace “Wally” Wilson; a sister Gloria Peet. Friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Saturday June 21 at 11 am in the Sacred Heart Cemetery on South Main Street in Wellsville. Memorials in Donald’s name may be made to the Vincent House, 310 Second Avenue, Wayland, New York 14572.