Brenda A. Fagan

Wellsville, NY - A Mass of Christian Burial for Brenda A. Fagan, who passed away on February 18, 2013, will be celebrated on Friday, March 8, at 11 am in the Immaculate Conception Church. Friends are invited to call at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home from 9:30 to 10:30am  on Friday prior to the Mass.

Henry Joseph "Hank" Siemaszko

Wellsville, NY - Henry Joseph "Hank" Siemaszko, of 71 School Street, passed to his Lords loving arms on Sunday, March 3, 2013 after a long battle from complications related to his service disabilities. Born October 4, 1925 in Buffalo Henry was the son of Adam Siemaszko and Victoria Turton of Salamanca. Henry proudly served his country with the 101st and 82nd Airborne landing in Belgium on D-Day at age 18 and fighting his way to Germany before being severely wounded. Henry was awarded the Purple Heart. After an extended recovery from extensive gunshot wounds, he returned home and married Evelyn Scoville of Andrews Settlement, PA. who predeceased him. Henry was employed by Worthington Turbine in Wellsville following the war and retired in 1986. Henry married Barbara Vossler on October 12, 1996 who survives. Henry had a green thumb and enjoyed his vegetable and flower gardens. He was a life member of the VFW and the American Legion.

Henry is survived by 2 sisters Helen Sipel of Tucson, AZ. and Frances Sherwood of Greensboro, NC., his wife Barbara, daughters Jacquline Cyphert and husband Gerald of Wasilla, AK. And Susan Yale and husband Skip of Sebastian, FL., a son Anthony Siemaszko and wife Barbara of Fredonia; stepsons Thomas Vossler and wife Barbara of Gettysburg, PA. and John Vossler and wife Martha of Wellsville; 4 grandchildren, Gerald Cyphert III of Palmer, AK., Justin Siemaszko of Washington D.C., Benjamin of Ashburn, VA. And Adam Siemaszko of New York City; step grandchildren Andrew Vossler of Wellsville and Kurt Vossler of Boston, MA., Michael Moran of  Denver, CO. and Matt Moran and wife Jessica of St. Louis, MS.; seven great grandchildren, Corvus and Stellan Cyphert of Palmer, AK. and Alex, Hailey and Paige of St. Louis, MS., Logan and Gabriel (Gabby) of Wellsville.

A memorial service and celebration of life are planned for August with the time and dates to be announced at a later time. Memorial contributions may be made in Henry's name to the Veteran's of Foreign War in Wellsville, the American Legion in Wellsville of to St. Judes. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.

Jeff A. Hotchkiss

Wellsville, NY - Jeff A. Hotchkiss, age 48, of South Broad Street passed away on Sunday, March 3, 2013, at the Olean General Hospital, He was born on November 7, 1964 in Geneva, Nebraska to Richard L. and DeAnn I. Cordes Hotchkiss.

Jeff lived most of his life in Allegany County and had worked in the construction and farming business. He was a long time member of the Sons of the American Legion Post# 808 in Belmont. He was an avid fisherman and looked forward to the annual Wellsville Lions Trout Derby and spending time with his friends.

He is survived by his son Cody Hotchkiss of Perry; 2 sisters, Renee Nichols of Spokane, WA. and Lisa Shephard and spouse of Twentynine Palms, CA; 3 nephews, Chad, Tyler and Joshua; a niece Jasmine.

Jeff was predeceased by his mother, DeAnn I. Gridley and his father Richard L. Hotchkiss.

Friends are invited to call on Friday, March 8, 2013, at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home in Wellsville from 6pm to 7pm at which time a service will be held with the Sons of the American Legion Post #808 presiding. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Sons of the American Legion Post # 808, 29 Schuyler Street, Belmont, New York. 14813. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.

David W. Campbell

Wellsville, NY - David W. Campbell, age 70, of Bristol Street in Cuba passed away on Thursday, February 28, 2013, at the Wellsville Manor Care Center. He was born on January 6, 1943 in Wellsville to Lee and Roberta Pendleton Campbell. On June 20, 1981 in Wellsville he married Patricia "Pat" Haley who survives.

David was a long time resident of Wellsville who was a self employed handyman. He loved the outdoors especially walking in the woods and along the Genesee River.

Surviving besides his wife of Cuba are a daughter, Robyn (Leon Greek) McKelvey of Cuba; 4 grandchildren, Cheyenne, Sharyssa, Dakota and Noah; a brother, Richard (Pat) Campbell of Batavia; a sister, Donna Campbell of Rochester; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

David was predeceased by his parents; a sister Bonnie Campbell and his long time best friend Clair Martin.

There will be no calling hours or funeral and memorials may be made to the Blind Association Allegany County, 18 Jefferson Street, Wellsville, New York, 14895. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.

Aaron J. White

Wellsville, NY - Aaron J. White, 21, of 25 Madison Street died Sunday, February 24, 2013 at home following a long battle with a depressive disorder. He was born January 24, 1992 in Wellsville the son of Charles R. and Vicki (Linza) White. 

Aaron was a 2010 graduate of Wellsville High School and was currently attending Jamestown Community College. He also attended Chenunda Creek Fellowship and enjoyed collecting rocks. 

Surviving in addition to his parents is a sister, Nicole White at home, maternal grandparents, Donald and Mary Kay Linza of Shongo, paternal grandmother, Elizabeth A. Lawrence of Dansville, as well as several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Friends are invited to call on Thursday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 pm at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in Wellsville. The funeral will be Friday, March 1, 2013 at 2:00 pm in the Yorks Corners Mennonite Church with Pastor Stephen Richard presiding. Burial will be in Yorks Corners Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be made to The Allegany County Office of Arbor Housing and Development, 16 West William Street, Bath, NY 14810. To leave online condolences, please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.

Ralph A. Coates

Scio, NY = Ralph A. Coates, 90, of 4078 Pine Street passed away on Friday, February 22, 2013 at the VA Nursing Home in Bath following a brief illness. He was born August 14, 1922 in Ulysses, PA the son of Delbert and Clara (Quackenbush) Coates. On November 18, 1948 in Rexville he married Louise Birmingham who survives. 

Ralph was a veteran of the U. S. Army during WWII, serving with the 94th Infantry Division as a machine gun squad leader. He was captured in 1945 and was a prisoner of war in Germany. He received several metals after the war including the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. He was a former employee of National Fuel Gas for 33 years; retiring in 1984. He was a member of the Morrison Hayes Post 702 American Legion, Frank B. Church Post 2530 VFW and the Wellsville Elks Lodge #1495. 

Surviving in addition to his wife is one son, Gerry Coates of Solvang, CA, two granddaughters, Megan (Brian) Ricci and Arin (Billy) Meade, two great grand-daughters, Brooklyn and Hannah Ricci, two sisters, Myrtle (Bart) Baine of Horseheads and Betty (Ray) Pals of Effingham, IL as well as several nieces & nephews. He was an avid sports enthusiast and loved playing golf, baseball and softball.

Friends are invited to a graveside service with military honors on Thursday, February 28, 2013 at 2:00 pm in Fairlawn Cemetery in Scio. There will be no prior visitation and the family suggests memorial donations be made to Fairlawn Cemetery or the Scio Library. To leave online condolences, please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.

Jessie Palmer Williams

Wellsville, NY - Jessie Palmer Williams, 92, of 1712 Stannards Road passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2013 at Highland Park Care Center in Wellsville following a brief illness. She was born September 28, 1920 in Angelica the daughter of late Fay and Louise (Neetz) Palmer. On February 11, 1941 in Angelica she married Paul W. Williams who predeceased her July 7, 2002.

Jessie was a graduate of Angelica High School. She was co-owner and operator of Williams Store in Allentown from 1941 to 1945 and Williams Store in Stannards from 1945 until her retirement in the 1980's. She enjoyed painting, ceramics, sewing, crocheting, embroidery, cooking, reading, cake decorating, especially wedding cakes, bird watching, her favorite being the hummingbird and visits from family and friends. She was an active member of the Stannards United Methodist Church, where she served as the Choir Director and was a member of several fund raising committees. She was also a past officer of the WSCS/UMW and a member of the Willing Fire Department Auxiliary.

She is survived by her son, William (Cheryl) Williams and her daughter, Kathleen (Mark) Flint both of Wellsville, two grandsons, William (Wendy) Williams, Jr. of Trumansburg and Stephen (Kristi) Williams of Scio, a granddaughter, Lori (Trever) Levitt of Wellsville, a step-grandson, Charles (Glorianne) Flint of Bradenton, FL, 13 great-grandchildren, a sister, Ethel Palmer Graham of Hornell, a sister-in-law, Gertrude Palmer Peaslee of Allentown as well as several generations of nieces & nephews. 

Friends are invited her funeral on Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 2:00 pm in the Stannards United Methodist Church with Rev. Kimberly Snyder presiding. There will be no prior visitation and burial will be in Stannards Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be made to Jones Memorial Hospital, 191 N. Main Street, Wellsville, Highland Park Care Center, Wing B; 160 Seneca Street, Wellsville or the Stannards United Methodist Church, 3339 Hallsport Road, Wellsville, NY 14895. To leave online condolences, please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.