Mary Louise Koller Orians, 88

Clarksville, TN - Mary Louise Koller Orians, age 88, died peacefully in her home in Clarksville Tennessee on December 19, 2024, following a brief illness. Mary was born September 20, 1936, in Elyria Ohio to the late Rudolph Michael Koller, Sr. & Yolanda Urban Koller. 

Mary graduated from Vermilion High School and obtained a teaching degree in elementary education at Bowling Green State University, where she met her future husband, Armand Anthony Orians, and the two were wed September 10, 1955, in Vermilion. 

Mary was preceded in death in December 2013 by Armand, her husband of 58 years; her parents; sister Pat Hartman; brothers Rudy and John Koller; grandson Matthew Orians; and nephew Johnny Hartman. 

Survivors include her children: Gregory (Wendy Peebles) Orians of Ypsilanti MI; Michelle Thompson of Clarksville TN; Scott (Wendy) Orians of Kingsport TN; Chris (Jim) Emery of Ashburn VA; Julie (Joel) Smith of Naples NY; Rebecca (Steve McCaig) Packard of Naples NY; and Cathleen (Robert Bair) Faykosh of Perrysburg OH; 14 grandchildren: Natalie (James) Kresta; Anthony Orians; Bridgette (Josh) Glass; Rachael (Jimmy) Grebe; Kelly (Ben Quasney) Kirk; Amanda (Matt) Marino; Diane Smith; Joelle (Matthew) Sterner; Brandon (Caitlin) Smith; Ashley (Tom) Orians-Crowley; Robert Packard (Alanna Dalba); Justin, Jacob & Jordan Faykosh; 24 great-grandchildren; brother Adelbert “Del” (Carleen) Koller of Santa Maria CA; sisters-in-law Martha Lashells of Findlay OH, Carol Fleming of Lorain OH and Mary Anne (Tim) Burley of Port St. Lucie FL; along with several nieces, nephews and cousins.

After teaching in Ohio, Mary moved to Allegany County NY in 1962, and taught 4th grade at Cuba Central School, after which her growing family led her to devote her efforts to raising her family, housekeeping, and participating in church life. Mary was active in Republican Women in Belmont, New York, including an unprecedented women's run for State Legislature in 1972; was a member of the Belmont Central School Board of Education; and past President of Allegheny Home Care. Mary attended Holy Family Catholic Church in Belmont (formerly St. Mary’s), serving as President of Altar & Rosary Society and as a member of the choir. Following Armand's retirement, the couple moved to Mt. Dora FL in 1990, at which time they joined St. Patrick's Catholic Church and Mary became very active in choir and as a member of the Bereavement Community. Mary and Armand both enjoyed golf and walking for exercise and taking boat rides on Lake Dora with their children and grandchildren in search of gators and the beautiful waterfowl. 

At Mary’s request, there be no funeral nor church services. A private interment will follow at Larkspur Conservation in Westmoreland TN on a date suitable for the family. In lieu of flowers, the Orians Family would be honored with a donation in Mary’s name to one of her favorite charities:

St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital:www.stjude.org

St. Joseph’s Indian School Website: www.give.stjo.org/donate

To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com .

Gregory A. Greenman, 61

Friendship, NY – Gregory A. Greenman, 61, of 107 W. Main Street passed awayon Thursday, December 26, 2024, in his home. He was born November 14, 1963,in Salamanca, the son of Merle A. and Sandra J. (Calhoun) Greenman.

Greg was a 1982 graduate of Wellsville High School and graduated in 1984 from Alfred State College with a degree in manufacturing and machining. He began his career as a machinist at Air Preheater Company in Wellsville and was a roustabout in the oil fields of Texas. Throughout his life he worked as a carpenter in Florida, Georgia, and New York. He enjoyed Hunting, NASCAR, watching football, woodworking and cookouts with family.

He is survived by three children, Terra Greenman, Niko Greenman, Tesla (Karson Wallace) Greenman, three grandchildren, Kiara Greenman, Haven Greenman, andHarpyr Wallace, his parents, Merle A. and Sandra (Calhoun) Greenman, five siblings, Merle C. “Dino” Greenman, Tina Greenman, Randy (Brandi) Greenman, Doug (Jennifer) Greenman, and Malena (David) Dunham, and entrusted friend, Marla Greenman, as well as several nieces and nephews.

Above all, Greg cherished the many friendships he made throughout his life. He was a loyal and devoted friend. His life was enriched by the love and comradery of those he held dear. He was predeceased by a sister Corina Gaylord in 2018, his paternal and maternal grandparents, and a bonus son, Nathan McMurray.

Friends are invited to a celebration of life on Saturday, January 4, 2025, beginning at 2:00 pm at the Scio Fire Hall, 4355 County Road 10 in Scio, NY. Please consider memorial donations to the family for final expenses, c/o Chelsie James, 39 Nelson Avenue Wellsville, NY 14895. To leave online condolences, please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com .

Tina Marie Horton, 68

Wellsville, NY – Tina Marie Horton, 68, of 237 O’Connor Street passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024, at Jones Memorial Hospital following a brief illness. She was born May 12, 1956, in Wellsville, the daughter of the late Frank L. and Thelma A. (Norton) Horton.

She resided at the Arc Belmont Community Residence from 1983 until she moved to the O’Connor Community Residence in 2018. She enjoyed painting, coloring,going to concerts, listening to music, and watching movies. She loved being outdoors and in the kitchen with the staff. She will be missed by everyone in the Arc family.

She is survived by six siblings, Kathleen Rulison of Belmont, Jerry (Jan) Horton of Endicott, Vicki (John) Hall of Penn Yan, Honor Kinney of Nashville, Kenneth (Mary) Horton of Cuba, and Christopher (Margaret) Horton of Belmont, as well as several nieces and nephews, and great nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased in addition to her parents by, two bothers-in-law, Dick Rulison and Tim Kinney, a nephew, Christian Horton, and a niece, Jennifer Crouch.

The family would like to thank all the Arc staff for their dedication and care for Tina over the years. Especially the staff at both the BCR and OCR group homes, that loved and cared for her and made sure she had the best quality of care possible.

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday, December 31, 2024, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc., 34 W. State Street in Wellsville. The funeral will follow visitation at 1:00 pm with Pastor David Williams presiding.The burial will be in Fairlawn Cemetery in Scio. Please consider memorial donations to Allegany-Steuben Arc, 240 O’Connor Street Wellsville, NY 14895. To leave online condolences, please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com .

Juan F. Escalante, 88

Jamestown, NY – Juan F. Escalante, 88, of Loxley Court, passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at home with family by his side. He was born October 17, 1936, in Springfield, MA, the son of the late Feliciano J. and L. Mary (Gore) Escalante. On July 9, 1960, in Bristol, CT he married Jean Segretario, who predeceased him in 2013. 

Juan was raised in Holyoke, MA and attended Pulaski High School. With special permissions, he enlisted in the US Army at the age of 17 and served from 1954 – 1957. After his honorable discharge he returned to New England and found his career as a Spring Shipping Clerk at Associated Spring in Bristol, CT, retiring in 1996. Outside of work he was a member of the Bristol Fish and Game Club, the Bristol VFW, member and chaplain for the Bristol American Legion Post 994, and member of St. Anthony’s Church. After his wife’s passing, he left Bristol to be near his children, living in Jacksonville, FL for seven years, and then relocating to Jamestown two years ago with his daughter. 

He is survived by: his children, Leslie (Donna Gappa) Escalante of Jamestown and John Escalante of Plainville, CT; brother, Joseph (Betty) Escalante of Palm Coast, FL; brother-in-law, Anthony (Donna) Segretario of Portland, ME; as well as acquired grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. In addition to his parents and wife of 53 years, he was predeceased by: a sister, Virgina Roskosky. 

A graveside service is being planned for the Spring in Bristol, CT. Burial will be with Jean. Please consider memorial donations to the Humane Society , 2825Strunk Road, Jamestown, NY 14701. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com .

Felecia F. Biancuzzo, 83

Belmont, NY – Felecia F. Biancuzzo, 83, of 24 Norton Street passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 22, 2024. She was born September 19, 1941, in Belmont, the daughter of the late Carlo P. and Violet V. (Lewis) Biancuzzo.

Felecia was a 1959 graduate of Belmont Central School and a 1961 graduate of Alfred State College with an associate degree in Secretarial Science. She was first employed at the law office of Nicholas Changose until 1975, she continued her career at the Allegany County Department of Motor Vehicles until 1981, and finally she became a legal secretary at the Allegany County Attorney’s Office, retiring in 2002. She was a member of Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Church in Belmont.

She is survived by: a sister, Josephine J. Biancuzzo of Belmont; sister-in-law,Deborah Biancuzzo of Olean; a niece, Catherine (KJ) Spinks of Fillmore; three nephews, Stephen (Lynn) Biancuzzo of Belmont, Daniel Biancuzzo and Andrew(Adriane) Biancuzzo both of Portville; two great nieces, Andrea (Jeremy) Niece of Smethport, PA, and Alyssa (Brent) Cox of Batavia; four great nephews, Tobias Spinks of Fillmore, Joshua Spinks of Canandaigua, Vinson Biancuzzo currently stationed at Bahrain, while serving with the U.S. Coast Guard, and Parker Biancuzzo of Portville; two great-great nephews, three great-great nieces, and her beloved cat, Sassy. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by threesiblings, Theresa Biancuzzo, Rosesanna Tait, and John Biancuzzo, a brother-in-law, Lawrence Tait, and a sister-in-law, Andrea (Stephens) Biancuzzo.

The family would like to thank Doctor Pasquale Picco, Pharmacist Mark Hunter, and her Home Healthcare Aides Jamie, Lisa, Cathy, and Kristen.

At her request, there will be no prior visitation. Friends are invited to a graveside service on Friday, December 27, 2024, at 11:30 am in St. Mary’s Cemetery in Belmont. Please consider memorial Donations to the SPCA Serving Allegany County, 5440 NY-19 Belmont, NY 14813. To leave online condolences, please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com .

Ralph E. Vaughn Sr., 88

Wellsville, NY – Ralph E. Vaughn Sr., 88, of Madison Hill, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024, at Highland Park in Wellsville, following a fall. He was born April 15, 1936, in Wellsville, the son of the late Herbert M. and Mary(Clark) Vaughn. On March 16, 1956, in Jacksonville, FL, he married Katherine J. Buttner, who predeceased him on September 24, 2022. 

Ralph was raised in Wellsville and was a 1954 graduate of Wellsville High School. He enlisted with the United States Navy and served from 1956 to 1959, achieving the rank of Master Chief Petty Officer, and was stationed in several locations, including Hawaii. Upon his honorable discharge in 1959, he and Katherine moved to Wellsville. In 1964 they bought a farm and built their home on Sprague Road in Scio before returning to Madison Hill in 2020. He was a member of The American Legion Post 702, former member of the F&AM Lodge #230, and attended the Alfred-Almond Bible Church. 

He is survived by: a son, Ralph E. Vaughn Jr. of Wellsville; two grandchildren, Derek Vaughn of Wellsville and Britni Vaughn of Rochester; a sister, Patricia Mickle of Wellsville; as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, and wife of 66 years, he was predeceased by: a daughter, Sharon Joy Vaughn and brother Herbert Vaughn.

Friends are invited to call on Friday, December 20, 2024, from 11 am to 1 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home of Wellsville, 34 West State Street. A graveside service with full military honors in Woodlawn Cemetery will follow at 1:15 pm. Please consider memorial donations to Homecare and Hospice, 194 North Main Street, Wellsville, NY 14895. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com .

Gerald L. Keech Jr., 50

Allentown, NY – Gerald L. Keech Jr., 50, of 417, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, in his home. He was born June 21, 1974, in Wellsville, the son of the late Gerald Sr. and Deborah (Slocum) Keech. 

Gerry was a Jack of all trades and was a handyman for various families in the Allentown Area. 

He is survived by a son, Gerald L. “JJ” Keech III of Attica, three siblings, Glenda(Alan) Miller of Franklinville, Erik Keech of Franklinville, and David Keech of Olean; several aunts, uncles, and cousins, including, Harold (Stephanie) Keech of Friendship, Luella Robbins of Bath, and Darlene (Mike) Metatos of Angelica; as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Lana M. Joseph. 

A memorial is being planned for a later date. Please consider memorial donations to the SPCA Serving Allegany County. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com .