Hornell, New York
Arthur F. Quant – 74 – longtime Hornell resident died Monday afternoon (July 28, 2025) at Elderwood at Hornell nursing facility where he has resided for the past 12 years.
Born in Hornell on March 14, 1951, he was the son of Franklin & Verna (Windsor) Quant.
Arthur grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1970). After graduating from Continental Beauty School in Rochester, he owned and operated Chic Boutique Beauty Salon in Hornell for many years.
For several years Arthur was employed as a Supervisor of Quality Control at Birds-Eye Corporation in Avon, NY. For many years he served as a Certified Nurses’ Assistant (CNA) at the former McAuley Manor in Hornell where he also served as Activities Director and played organ at Day Care.
Arthur was a very active member of the United Methodists Church of Hornell where he served as a Lay Minister, a Deacon, and a Church Usher. He was also a member of the Church Choir where he played organ and for three years taught Children’s Sunday School.
A talented artist, Arthur enjoyed painting — especially creating “works of art” for family & friends portraying special events in their lives. He also enjoyed crocheting, specializing in “broomstick lace” as well as beautiful Afghans which he gifted to others.
He enjoyed attending theater productions especially musicals. Arthur was a self-proclaimed “Jinx” of the Buffalo Bills because it seemed that every time he watched the Bills on TV, they would immediately fumble the ball or throw an interception.
Arthur was married on August 20, 1977 to the former Patricia “Pat” Tuller who died October 2, 1918. He
was also preceded in death by his parents, Frank & Verna Quant; 2 sisters, Ann Crosby and Lavina Ewing;
3 brothers, Ivan Pryor, Leroy Pryor and James Quant.
Surviving are his brother, Lloyd Quant of Jacksonville, FL; his sister, Theda Drew of DeRidder, LA; along with many nieces & nephews.
At Arthur’s request there will be no calling hours. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.
Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY
Arthurs’ family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name be made to the American Cancer Society, 13 Beech St., Johnson City, NY 13790.
To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.