John E. Dye

John E. Dye – 22 – formerly of Sharps Hill Road, Hornell, died unexpectedly Monday morning (May 2, 2011) as a result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident in Morrisville, NC.

Born in Hornell on May 28, 1988, he was the son of Gary & Ann (Hale) Dye. 

John grew up in Arkport and was a graduate of Arkport Central School (class of 2006).  He enjoyed playing sports, especially basketball and had been a member of the Arkport Central School Blue Jay Basketball Team. 

In 2010, John graduated Cum Laude from the University of Pittsburg at Bradford, PA where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice.  While in college, he was a member of the Phi Kappa Epsilon Fraternity where he served as Vice President and Sergeant at Arms.

Following his graduation from college, John moved to North Carolina where he was employed as a supervisor for Allied Security in the Durham / Chapel Hill areas.  Most recently he worked at Air Velocity Heating & Air Conditioning LLC in Morrisville as a technician.

While living in the Hornell / Arkport area, John was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and had been a communicant of both St. Ann’s Church and St. Ignatius Loyola Church.  

John often talked of his younger years playing the position of catcher for Cardinals in the Arkport Little League.  He would fondly remember winning the Arkport Little League Championship and how much he respected and admired the head coach, Mr. Tim Timmerman.  Throughout the years, his love of basketball remained and he looked forward to playing in the annual Hornell Gus Macker Tournament.  He also enjoyed rooting for his favorite NFL team – the Oakland Raiders and his favorite college basketball team – the University of Kansas Jay Hawks.

Because of his fun-loving personality and his ever present smile, John will fondly be remembered for his sense of humor.  He will be sadly missed by his family and everyone that had the pleasure of knowing him. 

John was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Patricia Hale and his uncle, Khalid Ashraf.

Surviving are his parents, Gary & Ann Dye of Hornell; his sister, Danielle “Dani” Dye of Hornell; maternal grandfather, Roland Hale of Chicago; paternal grandparents, Betsey & Floyd Farley of Hornell and Forrest & Mary Dye of Lee, FL; his Godparents, Mary Ashraf and Barry Dye; several aunts, uncles & cousins. 

The family of John E. Dye will receive friends on Saturday from 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.  A private memorial service will be held at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, family & friends are asked to consider making a donation to the John Dye Memorial Scholarship Fund, c/o Sara Carbone, 1782 Brush Rd., Hornell, NY 14843.  This scholarship will be given to a worthy Arkport Central School Senior.  Memorial forms will be available at the Dagon Funeral Home.

John’s family would like to announce that they will be creating a “John Dye Memorial Book” in the days, weeks & months ahead.  If you have a special photo of John & friends (John with an individual friend or with group of friends) and would like to donate the photo to the family, please bring it to the Dagon Funeral Home.  Humorous photographs will be especially appreciated.  Be sure to identify those that are in the photo by writing their names on the back. Photos may also be mailed to Gary & Ann Dye, 1452 Sharps Hill Rd., Hornell, NY 14843.  Gary, Ann & Danielle would like to thank you in advance for your participation!! 

9 Responses to “John E. Dye”

  1. Michelle (Staub) Beach says:

    Gary and family,

    I am deeply saddened to hear of your son’s passing. May your memories give you strength and the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

  2. Patrick McAnaney says:

    We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to the Family and friends. My son went to Pitt Brad with John and is a Fraternity brother and I can tell you that John has really touched my sons life.I have had the pleasure of meeting your son and even had him stay at our house while they were in school and he is a fine young man.
    Pat and Margaret McAnaney

  3. Tom and Donna Mooney says:

    As friends of Forrest/Mary, Donna and I send our condolences and will keep John’s family in our prayers. We wish we could be there for the prayer service Saturday, but we have prior commitments.

  4. Jerry McAneney says:

    Our prayers are with your family. May he rest in peace.

  5. Rosemary Albee says:

    I am so sorry to hear about the passing of John. Ann that hurts me to have seen it in the paper since we went through the pregnacy together and the boys was born days apart. My prayers are with all.

  6. Mike & Patty Barney says:

    Ann & Family,
    We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you during this extremely difficult time. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Take Care & God Bless

    Mike & Patty Barney

  7. Lisa Allen Brown says:

    Dear Ann and family
    I am so sorry to hear of your terrible loss. May all of your wonderful memories of your son help you through this very difficult time. You are in my thoughts.
    Lisa Allen Brown

  8. Joann Kilbury spencer says:

    Betsey and Frosty I am grieved at the loss of your grandchild God Bless your whole families.

  9. Joann Kilbury spencer says:

    Betsey and Frosty I am grieved at the loss of your grandchild.
    God Bless you both and all your family. My prayers are with all of you.
    Joann