Janice J. “Jan” Weyand of 427 Cleveland Ave., North Hornell died unexpectedly on Thursday (November 28, 2013) at her home. 

Born in Greenwood on February 27, 1934, she was the daughter of Kenneth & Meriam (Krusen) Spencer and the step-daughter of Osmer Margeson. 

Janice grew up in the Canisteo, Greenwood & Jasper areas and was a graduate of Jasper Central School (class of 1952).  She later graduated from Erie County Technical Institute which later became Buffalo State College where she obtained her dental hygienist license.  For several years, Jan was employed as a dental hygienist for the Canisteo Central School.  

She was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and had been a communicant of St. Ignatius Loyola Church and later St. Ann’s Church.  She had been a member of Ladies of Columbus and the Catholic Daughters of America. 

Jan had been a member of the St. James Women’s Auxiliary and for many years volunteered her time by working in the gift shop of McAuley Manor.  She was an active member of the Hornell Red Cross where she volunteered her time by working at the American Red Cross Blood Bank.  

Throughout her lifetime, Jan stayed active in many community affairs by serving on the board of directors of several organizations, including the American Red Cross, Hornell Housing Authority, the Hornell YMCA and Maple City Savings Bank. 

Janice was married on February 15, 1958, to Ernst H. “Ernie” Weyand who died in 1992.  She was also predeceased by a step-sister, Eloise Holt. 

Surviving are her daughter, Elizabeth “Liz” (James) Martin of Minneapolis, MN; 2 sons, Ernst H. “Ernie” (Joanna) Weyand, III of Boise, ID and Dr. John (Kimberly) Weyand of Hornell; 9 grandchildren, Katherine Martin, John “Jack” Martin, Abigail Martin, Samuel Martin, Victoria Weyand, Emily Weyand, Shawn Hillman, Jacob Weyand & Spencer Weyand; her step-sister, Betty Flanagan of Hornell; several cousins, nieces & nephews. 

The family of Janice J. “Jan” Weyand will receive friends on Monday from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday at 11:00 AM at St. Ann’s Church with burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery. 

Jan’s family request that Memorial Contributions in her name be made to either the Hornell YMCA, 18 Center St., Hornell, NY or the American Red Cross, 24 Maple St., Hornell, NY 14843.  Memorial forms will be available at the Dagon Funeral Home.

Eric Michael Green – 18 – of 2438 Stuck Hill Rd., Belmont, died unexpectedly in Almond, NY. 

Born in Hornell on November 30, 1994, he was the son of Michael Green & Michelle Bartholomew Green. 

Eric grew up in Alfred and was a graduate of Alfred-Almond Central School (class of 2013).  Currently he was a member of the freshman class of Alfred State College. 

While in high school, Eric’s enjoyed classes in politics and later embraced politics and loved having  discussions on American History and historical events.  He was an avid New York Yankees fan and also a fan of the New England Patriots.  He also enjoyed collecting & wearing baseball caps. 

Eric will be remembered for his “irreverent sense of humor”, his “dry wit” and captivating & ever present smile.  He was never afraid to speak his mind.  His greatest joy was simply spending time and having fun with his many friends. 

Eric was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Duane Green who died earlier this year and also his maternal grandfather, Angelo “Bart” Bartholomew who died in 1981. 

Surviving are his mother, Michelle Green of Belmont; his father, Michael Green of Alfred; his paternal grandmother, Shirley Green of Alfred Station; his maternal grandmother, Alice Bartholomew of Elmira; his 100 year old maternal great-grandmother, Dorothy Barlett; his aunts & uncles, David Bartholomew, Anne & Jeffrey Damrad, Mark Green & Matt Green; his cousins, Matthew Bartholomew, Lindsey Bartholomew, Samantha Damrad, Kelsey Damrad, Bryce Green, Elizabeth Shepard & Sarah Green. 

The family of Eric Michael Green will receive friends on Tuesday from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.  A Memorial Mass will be held Wednesday at 11:00 AM at St. Jude Chapel at Alfred State College with Rev. Sean DiMaria and Pastor Steve Dygert officiating.

Maradean E. “Nonnie” Harwood – (89) – formerly of 7360 North Main St. Ext., died Wednesday morning (November 20, 2013) at the Wellsville Manor, following a long illness.

Born in Salamanca, NY on August 21, 1924, she was the daughter of Leslie & Ruth (Benjamin) Harold. She had resided in Hornell since the age of three.

Maradean attended Hornell High School and had been employed at the former Big Elms Restaurant where she baked all of the pastries, pies, cakes, breads and rolls. For nearly 10 years, she was employed at J.C. Penny’s in Hornell as a sales clerk in the children’s department.  She also worked in the cafeteria of the Hornell Intermediate School.
 
Recently she resided at Updyke’s Willow Ridge Rest Home.

Nonnie was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of Saint Ann’s Church.  She enjoyed working in her yard, but mostly loved spending time with her family, especially her  grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Val M. Cushing – 82 – of Water Wells Rd., Alfred Station, died Sunday evening (November 17, 2013) at Noyes Memorial Hospital in Dansville.

Survivors include his wife, Elsie along with his children, Mark, Karen & Eric.

At Val’s request there will be no calling hours or services.  Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Robert J. “BobbyJoe” Armaly (Bailey) Sr. – 66 – of 15 Sawyer St. died at home following a long illness. 

Born in Hornell on August 6, 1947, he was the son of Robert F. & Dolores (Kellogg) Bailey.

BobbyJoe Grew up in Hornell and attended Hornell High School.  Throughout the years, he resided in many locations throughout the United States, including Pennsylvania, California, Maryland, but resided in the Hornell-Canisteo area for the majority of his life.

He was an avid outdoorsman and loved fishing and dogs. A carpenter-painter by trade, BobbyJoe will be remembered by many residents of the Hornell and Canisteo area for his passion for painting homes and riding his bicycle along Route 36. 

Surviving are his children, US Army Captain Robert (Caitlin) Armaly Jr. of New Castle, IN and Angie Burlew of Corning, NY, his sister Charlotte Stratton of Alderson, OK, three brothers, David (Debbie) Bailey of Hornell, Tommy Bailey, and Tony Bailey of NJ; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces & nephews.

At BobbyJoe’s request there will be no prior calling hours.  A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday at 2:00 PM at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY with Deacon Robert McCormick officiating.

The family of Robert J. Armaly would like to thank the Hornell Police Department and Dagon Funeral Home for their care & consideration.

Susan E. “Sue” Stillman – (64) – of 44 Lisi Lane, Hornell, went to be with the Lord when she passed away Friday evening (November 1, 2013) at her home, following a courageous battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS — Lou Gehrig’s disease). 

Born in Brockton, MA on November 7, 1948, she was the daughter of Edward & Emily (Reardon) Stoddard. 

Sue grew up in Brockton and graduated from Brockton High School (class of 1966).  Following graduation from high school, she worked for numerous shoe manufacturing companies in Massachusetts & Maine, including the Knapp Shoe company of Brocton, MA.  She resided in Florida for several years where she was employed at Disney World as custodial host at EPCOT Center.  

In 1993, she moved to Hornell and decided further her education and obtained her Certified Nurse’s Assistant (CNA) license through the Hornell BOCES Program.  She later went on to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). 

For about 2 years, Sue worked at the Hornell Campfire Office and for about 15 years worked as an LPN at McAuley Manor in Hornell.  She later was employed as an LPN in the office of Dr. Virginia Shepard at Elm Street Family Practice in Hornell , working until she was diagnosed with ALS in 2011. 

Gertrude Ann “Trudy” Butera – 93 – of State Route 21, Almond, died Tuesday morning (October 29, 2013) at the Wellsville Manor, following a brief illness.

Born in Leetonia, OH on July 23, 1920, she was the daughter of Joseph & Mary (Perry) Butera.

Trudy was a graduate of Leetonia High School (class of 1938).  Following high school, she worked as a cashier for Mutual Discount Company for 1 year and from 1939-1951 was employed as a cashier and assistant manager for Capital Finance Corporation.  From 1951-1959, Trudy served as Vice President of the Union National Bank of Youngstown, OH.  She later served as Administrative Assistant of Marketing at Youngstown Sheet and Tube Company. 

While in her late 40’s, Trudy decided to further her education and in 1969 she received her B.S. / B.A. Degree in Advertising and Public Relations from Youngstown State University.  In 1971 she received her M.B.A. Degree in Marketing from the University of Akron.

Larry E. Jackson – 63 – of Bath, NY died unexpectedly Monday at his home. 

He was born December 22, 1949 in Catskill, NY and was the son of Lester & Mattie (Ivery) Jackson.  He has resided in Bath for many years.

Surviving are 4 brothers & 2 sisters.

At Larry’s request there will be no calling hours or services. 

Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Joseph P. “Joe” Sexton – 51 – of Jamestown, NY, formerly of Hornell, died unexpectedly on Friday (September 27, 2013) in Jamestown.

Born in Hornell on May 5, 1962, he was the son of Thomas & Kathleen (Conkey) Sexton. 

Joe grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1980).  While in high school, Joe excelled in sports — playing baseball & basketball for the Hornell Red Raiders.  He actually pitched a perfect game (no player reaching first base) while playing in the Hornell Babe Ruth League.

He was a veteran of the US Air Force, serving his country from 1982-1984 primarily being stationed in Germany. 

Following his discharge from the Air Force, Joe returned to Hornell where he resided for several years and has lived in Jamestown for the past 15 years.  Joe had been a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ignatius Loyola Church.

Michael E. “Mike” McMahon – 68 – of 803 Karr Valley Rd., Almond, died Friday afternoon (September 20, 2013) at his home, following a long illness.

Born in Great Bend, KS on October 3, 1944, he was the son of Arthur & Genevieve (George) McMahon.

Mike grew up in almond and was a graduate of Alfred-Almond Central School (class of 1963).  He had been employed for a time at Snyder Electric in Almond, Stuart’s Pools in Almond and also at Wellsville Preheater.  For over 30 years, Mike worked at Foster-Wheeler Corporation in Dansville as a Welder & Boiler Tender.

In his younger years, Mike enjoyed hunting & fishing.  His greatest joy in life however was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.  He always loved attending their sporting events, plays, chorus recitals and band recitals.