Ernest “Ernie” Morales

Wellsville, NY - Ernest “Ernie” Morales, age 85, of 237 O'Connor Street passed away on Thursday, November 29, 2018 at Jones Memorial Hospital. He was born on August 1, 1933 in New York City to the late Raymond and Carmen Ortiz Morales.

Ernie was a former long time resident of Willets Avenue in Belmont who had worked for PWI. Ernie will be remembered as a quiet kind hearted soul who always dressed nice and enjoyed music.

Ernie had a a brother, Henry and 2 sisters, Carmen and Estella. He is survived by his many friends and care givers  including Darlene Mason.

Friends are invited to call on Monday, December 3,2018, from 12 noon until 2 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home in Belmont. His funeral service will be held at the conclusion of the calling hours at 2 pm in the funeral home followed by burial in Forest Hills Cemetery. Memorials in Ernie's name may be made to the Amity Rescue Squad. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.

Robert “Bob” Lee McEnroe Sr.

Wellsville, NY - Robert “Bob” Lee McEnroe Sr. age, 87, of Pearl Street passed away on Saturday, November 24, 2018 at Jones Memorial Hospital after a brief hospitalization. He was born on December 2, 1930 in Wellsville to the late Chester and Mable McEnroe of Petrolia. Bob married his high school sweetheart, Alice Braunschweiger in December of 1950 who survives him.

Bob graduated from Wellsville High School in 1949 and then attended Alfred University. He graduated from Alfred with a degree in education and taught Social Studies at Richburg and Wellsville High Schools. Bob spent most of his career at Alfred State College working in financial aid and placement departments.

Bob was an exceptional athlete while in high school and college. He was one of the last Wellsville High School Students to letter in four sports and played on the Alfred University's undefeated 1956 football team. He was member of the St. Johns Episcopal Church, a past member of the Wellsville Lions Club, and a 67 year member and Honorary Life Member of the Elks Lodge 1495  where he served as Exulted Ruler. Bob was a long time volunteer greeter at Jones Memorial Hospital and was an avid sports enthusiast.

In addition to his wife Alice, Bob is survived by his 4 children, Robert McEnroe Jr. of Grants Pass, OR., Barbara Ann McEnroe of Long Beach, CA., Amy Marie Moore of West Islip, and David John McEnroe of Corning; a son in-law, Greg Hollod of Georgia; 9 grandsons; 2 granddaughters; 4 great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.

Bob was predeceased by his parents; his 4 older brothers, Donavan, Thomas, Chester, and Walter McEnroe; his daughter Kathryn Ellen Hollod.

Friends a invited to call on Tuesday, November 27, 2018, from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home in Wellsville. On Wednesday a Episcopal Service will be at 11 am in St. Johns Episcopal Church on North Main Street. Memorials in Bob's name may be made to either the Hart Comfort House or to the Elks Lodge Scholarship, 77 Pearl Street, Wellsville, NY. 14895. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com

Rosamonde C. Presutti

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elmont, NY - Rosamonde C. Presutti, 94, a former long time resident of 6 McNinch Lane, passed away on Friday, November 23, 2018 at Cuba Memorial Hospital. She was born August 23, 1924 in Cameron, NY the daughter of the late Max and Clarissa (Rice) Clark. On June 18, 1949 at St Mary’s Church in Belmont, she married Peter William Presutti, who predeceased her on March 12, 2018.

Rosie was raised in Warsaw, and later resided in Belmont. During WW II, she moved to Buffalo to work in a war plant. Often we expressed how lucky we were to have known our own “Rosie the Riveter”. After the war; she returned to Belmont, married Peter and raised their family. They resided in St. Cloud, Minnesota for a short time, and in Duke Center, PA for past few years. Rosie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Her sense of humor lit up the room. She was an excellent homemaker and loved cooking for friends and family. She was an avid reader and loved playing cards. Rosie was known for "cheating" and somehow always got away with it! Her faith was very important to her. She loved being with her friends in Belmont, golfing, going for coffee or lunch. She was a member of the Holy Family Altar Society, the Jones Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Twig, and the American Legion Auxiliary. She was always willing to help someone in need.

she is survived by her son, Peter Presutti of Duke Center, PA, two daughters, Judith (John) Barrett of Duke Center, and Joanie Frost of Lake Tahoe, NV,  five grandchildren Elizabeth “Betsy” Presutti and her husband Christ, Nick Presutti, Dominick Presutti, Braden Barrett and Star Finch and her husband Mike, a great grandson Braxton Finch, a sister, Maxine Fendick of Perry as well as several beloved nieces and nephews. She was predeceased in addition to his parents and husband by a son, William M. Presutti, a granddaughter, Quinn Davis, three brothers,  Forrest, Lawrence, and Bernard Clark, and one sisters: Carolyn Abbott.

Friends are invited to call on Wednesday, November 28, 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home, 17 Schuyler Street in Belmont. On Thursday, November 29, 2018, there will be a prayer at the funeral home at 10:30 am followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 am at Holy Family Church in Belmont. Burial will be in St Mary’s Cemetery in Belmont. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donations to the Hart Comfort Home in Wellsville or Holy Family Catholic Church in Belmont. To leave online condolences, please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.

Daniel L. Dempsey

WHITESVILLE, NY - Daniel L. Dempsey, 69, departed this life with family by his side on Friday, November 9, 2018 at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. Born on October 24, 1949 in Buffalo, he was the son of John Robert (Rip) and Ethelmarie Lambrix Dempsey and grew up in Bennington, NY. On March 17, 1990 he married the former Susan Hillman in Whitesville where they made their home. Dan was a graduate of Attica High School and SUNY at Fredonia and earned a master’s degree from Alfred University.

As a young man, he enjoyed living in several different places in the United States and worked on residential carpentry crews, bridge construction crews, in retail positions and as a self employed firewood provider. After moving to Shongo in 1986, he established himself as a chainsaw artist who worked on commission and exhibited both wood and stone sculptures at juried art shows in western New York with his favorite being the Allentown Art Festival. He also worked as a substitute teacher in area schools, was an adjunct instructor of English at Alfred State for seven years and taught math and science at Immaculate Conception School for a year. He retired in 2011.

Dan greatly enjoyed family gatherings and was happiest when sharing time with his son Ryan. He enjoyed taking long walks, swimming, skiing, reading about and discussing current events, yakking with his siblings and working on house and yard projects. With hundreds of plantings of trees, bushes and flowers and basic homeowner carpentry and masonry skills, he turned a former pasture into a comfortable home for his family.

Left to greatly miss his constant jokes, improvised songs and goofy sayings (“I hardly ever eat sweets”) are his wife Sue and their son Ryan Dempsey of Rolla, Missouri. Also surviving are siblings Jim Dempsey of San Diego, CA, Terry (Pam) Dempsey of Manassas, VA, Tim Dempsey of Coldwater, MI, John (Zhi) Dempsey of Pittsford, NY, Sheila (Mike Buja) Dempsey of Atlanta, GA, Moira (Jerry) Lichen of Boca Raton, FL and Dan’s twin sister Kathy (John) Maryak of Columbia, MD. He will also be missed by his in-laws Patricia Miller of Angelica and Mike and Eva Hillman of Belfast and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents and siblings Tom Dempsey and Mary Ellen Spurgeon.

Friends are invited to join the family for a casual remembrance luncheon to be held from noon to 2 PM on Saturday, November 17th at the Whitesville Fire Hall. 

Memorials made to the Golisano Hope Lodge, 1120 S. Goodman Street, Rochester, NY 14620 or Home Care & Hospice would be greatly appreciated by the family. To leave online condolences, please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.

C. Ruby Anderson

Bergen, NY - C. Ruby Anderson, age 81, of the Sackett Road passed away on Friday November 2, 2018, in the Premier Genesee Center of Batavia. She was born on July 15, 1937 in Wellsville to the former Louis and Velma Davis Freeman. On April 23, 1977 in LeRoy she married Harold James Anderson Jr. who predeceased her on May 28, 2018

Ruby was a graduate of the Wellsville Central High School who was a former resident of Churchville before making her home in Bergen. She was a self employed beautician who traveled to her customers homes. She enjoyed baking and making candy for her family at Christmas time.

Ruby is survived by a brother, Ronald (June) Freeman of Andover; a sister, Bonita Freeman of Wellsville; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Ruby was predeceased by her parents, her husband, a brother Douglas Freeman, and a sister Shirley Hamilton.

Friends are invited to call on Friday, November 9, 2018, at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home in Belmont from 1 pm until 2 pm. The funeral service will take place at 2 pm with Reverend Gene Miller presiding. Burial will take place in Forest Hills Cemetery and memorials in Ruby's name may be made to the Disabled Veterans of America. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.

Donald “Chris” Haggerty

Wellsville, NY - Donald “Chris” Haggerty of Little Valley, formerly of Wellsville. It is with great sadness that the family of Donald “Chris” Haggerty announces his unexpected passing October 31, 2018. He was born in Libertyville, Illinois on December 27, 1962 to the late Donald W. and Mary C. (Nord) Haggerty. Upon graduating from Lake Forest High School he moved to Jamestown NY.  There he met the love of his life and best friend, Linda Flint. They were married in Jamestown, NY on May 31, 1991.

Chris was a 1989 graduate of the Stockbridge School of Agriculture in Massachusetts with an AS in Turf Management.  In 1991 he graduated from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst with a BS in Integrated Pest Management, a program that was developed especially for him and an accomplishment that he was particularly proud of. 

Chris was a devoted family man, passionate golf course superintendent and loved outdoor activities. Chris’ favorite times were the time he spent with his family on their numerous trips around the country, and the time they spent together camping, boating, skiing and golfing. He was a sports fan who enjoyed watching the Buffalo Bills, Chicago Bears and Cubs,and was always there to support his children as they competed in a multitude of sports, including little league, wrestling and marching band.

From a young age he found a talent working with tools and machinery. From boats, motorcycles, and heavy equipment to woodworking, electronics, and construction, there wasn’t a project he couldn’t complete. He loved a challenge and would never replace something that could be fixed.This served him well in his long career as a Golf Course Superintendent. At the time of his passing he was employed at Elkdale Country Club. He was dedicated to providing an excellent course for them because he felt so welcomed and supported there. Chris was a member of the Golf Course Superintendent’s Association of America and former member of the Western NY Superintendent’s Association.

In addition to his beloved wife Linda and mother Mary, Chris is survived by his daughter Sarah (Cece Roche) of Colorado, and sons Bradley of Rochester, Scott, Quintin and Ryan of Wellsville. He is also survived by his brother Steven (Caroline) Haggerty of FL, sisters Suzy (PJ) Carroll of IL,and Dana Haggerty of AR, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister M. Nord Haggerty, brother W. Quint Haggerty and infant daughter Scotti Haggerty. Chris was a man of incredible integrity and he will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Haggerty Children College Fund care of Community Bank Bolivar Road Wellsville or the Sierra Club.

Friends may visit the family at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home on Saturday, November 3rd from 6 pm until 8 pm in Wellsville, NY. A Memorial service will be held at Crosstown Alliance Church Wellsville Campus Sunday, November 4th at 2 pm. To leave online condolances please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com

Judy Hoberg

Belmont, NY - Judy Hoberg of Belmont, NY and Kingsport, TN, joined her loved ones in heaven as her life here on earth ended, and her eternal life in heaven began on Friday, October 19, 2018 at Jones Memorial Hospital surrounded by her loved ones and family, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born on August 21, 1953 in Wellsville, the daughter of the late David and Josephine (Pettinato) Hollister. 

                                                                                                                                                                    Judy was raised in Belmont, NY. She graduated from Belmont Central School, then began a lifelong career in nursing when she obtained her LPN License from B.O.C.E.S. in Belmont, she then obtained her RN from S.U.N.Y Alfred, and later, her Bachelor’s degree from Alfred University. On December 30, 1972 she married Larry Cline, who predeceased her on August 31, 1974. On July 12, 1975 she married Raymond W. Hoberg Jr. who predeceased her on June 7, 2010.  

She is survived by her children; Terri (Steven) Maxwell of Cuba, Darci Hoberg of Belmont, Joseph (Tracy) Hoberg of Angelica, stepson Raymond W. Hoberg III of Lake Charles, LA, and stepdaughter, Karen (Walter) Lauderdale of Carson, CA. grandchildren; Sabrina Marvin-Dougherty of Belmont, Krista (Aaron) Thomas of Reynoldsville, PA, Bryce (Hannah Formanek) Marvin of Curwensville, PA, Ryan Maxwell of Cuba, Christian King, Aubrey and Makenzie Hoberg, of Angelica, Odessa (David) Velez of Cartersville, GA, Jason Hoberg of Galveston, TX, Erik Hoberg of Mentor On The Lake, OH, great grandchildren; Alexia Dougherty, Lakelynn Thomas, and Addilynn Thomas, and was eagerly anticipating the arrival of Sadie Rose Marvin, a half sister, Geraldine Schillinger of Bradford, PA, sisters Margie Dunford of Belmont, Donna Hollister of Greenville, SC, Nancy Ruhl of Wellsville, and Kathy (Dan) Allen of West Clarksville, a sister in law Nancy (Jim) Jarmuz, a brother in law, Dean (Cherry) Perry, sisters in Law, Linda Smith, Lucille (Tim) Callaghan, brother in law, Lynn Cline, sisters in Law, Lois (Ricky) Whitney, Luanne Cline, a former son-in-law, David (Kim) Marvin, and several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and great-great nieces and nephews. She was predeceased in addition to her parents, by her husbands, Larrry and Ray, her sisters, Debbie Hollister, and Vicki Hollister-Perry, her brother, David Hollister Jr., her stepson Timothy Hoberg and her in-laws, Raymond and Stella Hoberg, and Wayne and Marge Cline.

Upon her retirement in 2011, she moved to Kingsport, TN, she returned to Belmont, New York.

in July 2018. She volunteered for many organizations throughout the years, she was a nurse for Camp Daydreams/NaCOAra for over 28 years, volunteering her time, talents and many skills to help children enjoy a week away from home, and to see what nature had to offer. She loved spending time with her family, and she shared her love of camping, baking, traveling, and scrap booking. She especially enjoyed camping at Breezy Point Campground, with her dear friend, Charlene Stiles every summer, escaping the Tennessee heat! She was a volunteer for the American Red Cross, for over 30 years in Northeastern TN, and Western NY, serving on many mission relief trips after natural disasters struck. She graciously served the Lord on several committees at both the United Methodist Church of Belmont, and Cassidy United Methodist Church in Kingsport, TN where she was an active member until her illness overcame her. She was a member of the Belmont American Legion Auxiliary, Post 808, and a former member of Amity Rescue Squad, as well as several other organizations. She was a true child of God with a servant's heart, helping those in need whenever she was able to, she never met a stranger, and no one ever went away hungry. In her final act of selfless giving, she donated her body to the University of Buffalo for research, and her eyes to the Eye Bank For Sight. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Camp Daydreams Inc 500 Genesee Street Rochester, NY 14611, or the American Red Cross.

The family would like to thank Suzan Alley for her help with many trips to Winston-Salem S.C. for treatment, and to the 2nd floor nurses at Jones Memorial for their wonderful care in Mom's last days here on earth. Memorial donations can be made to Camp Daydreams or the American Red Cross. 

Friends are invited to a celebration of life on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 1:00 pm at the Belmont Methodist Church, 7 Park Circle in Belmont. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.