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Richard L. Morris
Jun 1, 2026
Olean- Richard L. “Rich” Morris “Loving Dad & Papa”
Richard L. Morris of South Barry Street, passed away on Monday, June 1, 2026.
Rich was born September 11, 1946 in Washington, DC and was the son of Charles and Mary Riely Morris. On May 15, 1993 in Olean he married Bonnie J. LaRue who predeceased him exactly 5 months ago on January...
Amy Irene White
May 28, 2026
Olean- Amy Irene White Loving Companion, Daughter & Sister”
Amy I. White, 43, of Olean, passed away on May 28, 2026, in Buffalo.
Born on April 5, 1983, in Buffalo, but native to Franklinville, Amy spent her life surrounded by the community and people she loved.
Amy was known for her fun-loving and caring nature. Despite facing many challenges throughout her life, she...
Craig F. Senfield
Feb 1, 2026
Plattsburgh- Craig Francis Senfield
Craig Francis Senfield, 79, died Sunday, February 1, 2026, at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital in Plattsburgh, NY. He was the eldest son of three children born to Lt. Eugene and Elizabeth Hussey Senfield. Craig was born at the Mountain Clinic in Olean, NY on August 11, 1946. He graduated from Olean High School in 1964 and then...
Carol Lynne Mahoney Katzenstein
Dec 30, 2025
Olean- Carol Lynne Mahoney Katzenstein
After a brief, but courageous and intense battle against a plethora of illnesses that left her medical caregivers in awe of her resilience and will to live, Carol Mahoney Katzenstein passed peacefully on December 30th, 2025 in Pittsburgh. But not before she etched an enduring legacy on the lives of her family and on the healthcare...
Brenda M. Quist
Mar 31, 2026
Allegany- Brenda M. Quist
Brenda M. Quist, our spirited adventurous friend, beloved life partner, mother, sister, aunt and adoring Mimi (grandmother) passed away March 31, 2026, at ECMC hospital due to injuries sustained from a skiing accident.
Born in Erie, PA., October 14, 1951, to the late Arnold and Madelyn Quist, they moved to Portville, NY in 1958, where Brenda graduated from...
Marion E. Gabler
Jun 1, 2026
Allegany-Marion Edith Vreeland Gabler
Marion E. Gabler, formerly of Karl Road, passed away at the Pines of Olean on June 1, 2026, exactly 16 years after her husband.
Marion was born on May 3, 1928 to Harry LeRoy and Maude Evelyn Mantz Vreeland at home, on the family farm in Humphrey. She grew up on the farm and went to a one...
Jamie A. Young
May 29, 2026
Olean- Jamie A. Young
Jamie A. Young of East State Street, passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026 at his home.
Jamie was born July 21, 1963 in Buffalo and was the son of Gary Kenneth and Patricia Ann Peterson Young.
Jamie was a 1980 graduate of Olean High School. He was a truck driver for a short time. Jamie then moved to...
Lottie Jean Mogg
May 26, 2026
Lyndon- Lottie Kinney/Sikes/ Mogg “Loving Mother & Grandmother”
Lottie Mogg of Rawson Road, formerly of Portville, Ceres and Olean passed away on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at her home.
Lottie was born September 8, 1952 in Pennsylvania and was the daughter of Henry and Francis Kinney. She was formerly married to Frank Sikes who predeceased her. She then married Thomas Mogg.
Lottie worked...
Stephen Michael Smith
May 25, 2026
Eldred- Stephen M. Smith “Loving Father, Son & Brother”
Stephen M. Smith, 64, of Eldred PA, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026, at ECMC in Buffalo.
Born April 16, 1962, in Olean, he was the son of Calvin D. and Lillian J. Spino Smith.
Stephen was a 1980 graduate of Otto-Eldred High School. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Navy, where...
Loretta L. Winsor
May 20, 2026
Little Genesee- Loretta L. Winsor
Loretta L. Winsor of Route 417 passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Highland Park in Wellsville.
Loretta was born on July 17, 1970, in Springville and was the daughter of Allen J. and Marlyn A. Timmel Ott. On October 29, 1996, in Kentucky, she married James E. Winsor, who survives.
Loretta was a member of Faith...
Charles N. Huber
May 19, 2026
Wapakoneta, OH- Charles N. “Chuck” Huber “Loving Father & Grandfather”
Charles N. Huber of Wapakoneta, OH and Lake Lane here in Olean passed away on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the Olean General Hospital.
Chuck was born May 12, 1941, in Olean and was the son of Harry H. and Mary A. Boza Huber. On July 4, 1964, in Detroit, MI he...
David G. Russell, Jr
May 18, 2026
Farmersville - David Gregory “Dave” Russell
David Gregory “Dave” Russell, 74, of Farmersville, New York, passed away peacefully on May 18th.
Born on October 12, 1950, Dave was a proud Vietnam Veteran who served honorably in the United States Army as a Specialist 5 and Wheeled Vehicle Mechanic. During his service, he earned several honors, including the Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct...
Lisa A. Jobe
May 5, 2026
Olean- Lisa A. Jobe
Lisa Jobe, 63, of Olean, passed away unexpectedly on May 5, 2026. Born on July 9, 1962, she was the daughter of Raymond Jobe and the late Linda (Kevin) Shea.
A graduate of Portville High School, Class of 1980, Lisa was proudly crowned “Class Clown” of her senior year, a title she carried naturally throughout her life with...
Merwyn R. Brenton III
May 4, 2026
Olean- Merwyn R. “Bob” Brenton III “Loving Father, Grandfather & Brother”
Merwyn R. “Bob” Brenton III of Olean passed away peacefully on Monday, May 4, 2026, at his home.
Bob was born on September 24, 1937, in Chicago, IL. He was the son of Merwyn and Dorothy Deke Brenton II. On November 10, 1973, he married Diane Haskins, who predeceased him on...
Mary Ann Spence
May 4, 2026
BELMONT- Mary Ann Spence
Mary Ann Spence of Belmont, Loving Child of God, Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, and Friend went to be with Our Loving Lord and Savior on May 4, 2026, at Olean General Hospital after a brief illness.
Born on March 23, 1943, she was a daughter of Hubert and Annabelle (Ecker)
Snyder. On December 5, 1994, in Willing she married...
Gerald F. Wight, Jr.
May 4, 2026
Cuba– Gerald F. Wight Jr.
Gerald Fredrick Wight, Jr. of Cuba passed away Monday (May 4, 2026) at home surrounded by his loved ones. A longtime coach, teacher, and volunteer in the Cuba area, Gary touched the lives of many, leaving behind a legacy of love and respect.
Gary was born July 25, 1949, in Olean, New York to Athelene and Gerald....
Jeffery C. Reed
Apr 30, 2026
Olean- Jeffery C. “Bones” Reed “Loving Husband, Father & Grandfather”
Jeffery Reed of South 6th Street, passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at his home.
Jeff was born October 8, 1962, in Olean and was the son of Carl Anthony Minitti and Ethel Lorraine Shaw Reed. On May 21, 1988, in Olean he married Tami Sue Hassett who survives.
Jeff Served in...
William J. Woodring
Apr 15, 2026
Olean- William J. “Bill” Woodring
William J. “Bill” Woodring of Division Street passed away on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Bill was born on January 29, 1975, in Olean and was the son of Millard R. “Woody” and Karen D. Foley Woodring.
Bill was a 1995 graduate of Olean High School. He worked at McHone Industry in Salamanca as a welder for many years...
Douglas Earl Austin
Apr 13, 2026
Portville- Douglas E. Austin
Douglas E. Austin of Brooklyn Street formerly of Shinglehouse, passed away on Monday, April 13, 2026 at his home.
Douglas was born November 24, 1964 in Olean and was the son of Lloyd E. and Phyllis R. Brabham Austin.
Douglas was a 1983 graduate of Oswayo Valley High School. He worked for a number of places including Fibercell for...
Roy Edward Knier, Jr.
Apr 12, 2026
Gowanda- Roy E. “Royboy” Knier Jr. “Loving Father & Grandfather”
Roy E. Knier Jr. of Gowanda Nursing Home passed away on Sunday, April 12, 2026.
Roy was born on April 2, 1963, in Martinez, CA., and was the son of Roy E. and Wanda J. Fisher Knier Sr.
Roy enjoyed traveling and following the Grateful Dead band, playing pool, camping, and fishing. He...
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