Terry Gene Monroe

Wellsville, NY - Terry Gene Monroe, age 77, of 249 North Main Street passed away at home on Sunday August 28, 2016. He was born on March 6, 1939 in Wellsville to Carl and Esther Preston Monroe.

Terry graduated from Andover Central High School in 1958 and had worked for over 34 years in the shop at Dresser Rand. Terry also worked for Bo-Ge Assembly in their shop, on their pulling tractor and antique cars. Terry’s greatest love, besides his children and grandchildren, was auto racing. If you knew Terry he was either talking about racing, going racing or watching racing. He made many friends throughout his years of racing that were like family to him. Terry had an infectious smile and with a tap of your arm he was ready to talk to you about his family and his interests. He enjoyed Sunday breakfast with his friends, driving and his daily walk to feed his sweet tooth. He was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church and had been a member of the Duke Hose Company and the Moose Lodge.

Terry is survived by 3  sons, Jeffrey (Teri) Monroe and Kevin (Nancy) Monroe both of Wellsville and Steven (Lori) Snyder of  Crosby,Texas; 2 daughters, Kristen Snyder and Jennifer Culbert of Crosby, Texas; A sister, Janet (William) Moulton of Newport, Kentucky; a brother, William (Cheryl) Monroe of Andover; 7 grandchildren, Jarod Evans, Briana Tronetti, Cortni Monroe, Abbi Monroe, Toni Snyder, Taylor Snyder and Hayley Snyder; 3 great grandchildren, Jason Tronetti, Olivia Tronetti and Megan Snyder; several nieces and nephews as well as a special friend, Bernadine Green.

Terry was predeceased by his biological mother, Esther, his parents, Carl and Edna and his sister, Roselyn.

Friends are invited to call on Tuesday, September 6, 2016, from 6 to 8 pm at the J.W. Embser Sons Funeral Home in Wellsville. On Wednesday friends are invited to call from 10 to 11 am at the Immaculate Conception Church where a Memorial Mass will be held at 11 am. Please consider memorial donations to the American Cancer Society or to the David A. Howe Library or to the Jones Memorial Hospital. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.

Beatrice J. Davis

Wellsville, NY - Beatrice J. Davis of 2327 Voorhees Hill, passed away on Sunday, August 28, 2016 at Highland Park Healthcare Center following a brief illness. She was born October 3, 1928 in Salamanca, the daughter of Isaac and Lela Doris (Kervin) Hardy. On December 20, 1946 in Allentown she married W. Woodrow “Woody” Davis who predeceased her on August 19, 1984.

Beatrice was a graduate of the Allentown Union School. She owned and operated several businesses in the region, including the Modern Diner in Wellsville from 1956 untill 1969. She loved gardening and growing flowers. 

She is survived by a sister, Margaret Buchholz of Wellsville, several nieces & nephews and her beloved canine companion “Puppy”. She was predeceased in addition to her husband by three sons, Timothy, Terrence and Thomas Davis, three brothers, Robert Hardy and William and Harold Tingley, and one sister, Dorothy Mott.

Friends are invited to attend a graveside service at Stannards Cemetery on Saturday, September 3, 2016 at 11:00 am. Please consider memorial donations to Gil’s Hills, 2526 Brown Road, Wellsville, NY 14895. To leave online condolences, please visit embserfuneralhome.com.

Jenny L. Burdick

Wellsville, NY - Jenny L. Burdick, 71, of 79 King Street passed away on Friday, August 26, 2016 at the Highland Park Healthcare Center following a long illness. She was born February 27, 1945 in Wellsville, the daughter of Paul M. and Louise A. (Tait) Cole Sr. On June 25, 1966 in Wellsville she married Donald R. Burdick who predeceased her on October 26, 2004.

Jenny attended school in Wellsville. She loved to read, make crafts, listen to county music, and go out with friends to dance. She did a lot of baby sitting in her younger years and was a Cub Scout Den Mother in the Bolivar and Richburg area for 10 years. She worked with the junior bowlers in Bolivar for many years. She was employed as a personal care aide for Jan & Bev’s Home Care, Southern Tier Home Health Care and Associated Home Care. She also provided home care for several friends and family members. She was a member of the Wellsville Volunteer Fire Department Axillary for many years.

She is survived by one son, Scott A. Burdick of Byron, NY, 1 brother, Paul J. Cole Jr. of Wellsville, two sisters, Marguerite “Susie” (Maxwell) Halladay Sr. of Wellsville and Linda M. Button of Richburg as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by one son, Michael T. Burdick who passed away on February 25, 2008, two brothers, William F. and Ronald E. Cole, one sister, Beverly J. Denning and a sister-in-law, Gertrude Cole.

Friends are invited to call at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in Wellsville on Tuesday, August 30, 2016 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. The funeral will follow visitation at 3:00 pm with Rev. David Herne presiding. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery. Please consider memorial donations to the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association or St. Jude’s Children Hospital. To leave online condolences, please visit embserfuneralhome.com.

Edward W. Carlin

Wellsville, NY - Edward W. Carlin, 98, of 2011 Meservey Hill passed away on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at the Highland Park Healthcare Center, following a brief illness. He was born April 9, 1918 in Scio, the son of Edward and Florence (Black) Carlin. October 2, 1941 in Wellsville he married Eleanor Ketchner who predeceased him on February 27, 2003.

Ed was a 1935 graduate of Scio Central School. He was employed as a machinist at Worthington Turbine from 1940 to 1980. He was a life member of the IAM Moore Lodge Local 1580. Ed was a very hard worker and was always willing to help family, neighbors, relatives and friends. He loved rebuilding steam engines and tinkering. 

He is survived by six children, Alan (Janet) Carlin of Wellsville, Rebecca (Harry) Campbell of Arlington, TX, Lois (Joseph) Spinelli of Wellsville, Kathi (Dennis) Dunham of Wellsville, Roger (Cheryl) Carlin of Wellsville and Theresa Willey of Tyaskin, MD, 15 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and his longtime caregiver, Tina Schrader. He was predeceased by three sisters, Gladys McBride, Doris Harms, and Leola Ketchner, one brother, Everett Carlin, and one great-granddaughter, Cheyenne Campbell.

Friends are invited to call at the J. W. Embser Sons Funeral Home Inc. in Wellsville on Saturday, September 3rd from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. The funeral will follow the visitation at 3:00 pm with Rev. Jesse Tanner presiding. Burial will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donations to the SPCA Serving Allegany County or to Samaritan’s Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607. To leave online condolences, please visit embserfuneralhome.com.   

Lila Mayme Johnston

Wellsville, NY - Lila Mayme Johnston, 89, of Proctor Road passed away on Sunday, August 21, 2016 at Highland Park Healthcare Center. She was born on September 25, 1926, near Whitesville, the first born of Chester H. and Katherine Ann (Mattison) Norton. 

She attended school in West Jasper, Whitesville, Turtle Point, PA, Shongo and Wellsville. On May 14, 1943, on Beach Hill, Willing Township, she married Ervin E. Johnston, who predeceased her on June 20, 1998. After marriage, Lila and Ervin resided on Beach Hill and later on the McCurdy Road in Shongo for 51 years. For the last 22 years, she lived with her daughter on Proctor Road in Wellsville. Lila was first employed as a housekeeper, then worked at Mapes Woodworking Plant in Wellsville and finally she was a nurse’s aide at Highland Nursing Home for 15 years. She loved taking care of her family, cooking, canning, gardening, sewing, reading, and frequenting garage sales. Experimenting with new recipes was one of her delights, as well as collecting cookbooks. Lila took great pleasure in feeding a family of crows which her children dubbed, “Mama’s fat chickens.”

During the years in Shongo, Lila enjoyed attending the Shongo Community Club and served for many years as the secretary of the Shongo branch of the United Methodist Women. 

Survivors include three daughters, Katherine A. Grimmett of Toledo, OH, Phyllis E. Johnston of Wellsville and Marcia L. Hood of Rochester, five grandchildren, five great grandchildren, one great-great grandson, a brother, Robert W. Norton of Whitesville and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased in addition to her husband by a grandson, Michael J. Grimmett, a sister, Lena J. Madison and a brother, Hoyt H. Norton.

A private funeral will be Wednesday, August 24, 2016. Burial will be in Stannards Cemetery. Please consider memorial donations to the SPCA Serving Allegany County or to the David A. Howe Public Library. To leave online condolences, please visit embserfuneralhome.com.

Mary Kathryn “Kay” Peet

Wellsville, NY - Mary Kathryn “Kay” Peet, age 93, of Peet Avenue passed away on Monday, August 15, at Manor Hills. She was born on August 19, 1922 in Points, WV. to Montary and Eva Elizabeth Graybel Puffinburger. On June 28, 1940 in Genesee, PA., she married Leo Peet who predeceased her on December 11, 1996.

Kay was a stay at home mom who raised her family and supported her husband’s contracting business. She was a member of the Stannards United Methodist Church and the Senior Center. She enjoyed playing euchre in the many Senior Center Tournaments and was playing euchre up to two weeks ago. Kay enjoyed gardening and will be remembered for her cooking and baking.

Kay is survived by 2 sons, Gerald ”Jerry” (Peg) Peet of Wellsville and James (Dalaine) Peet of Wellsville; a daughter, Linda (James) Karns of Wellsville; 9 grandchildren; several great and great great grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews.

Kay was also predeceased by her parents, her son John Peet and her 11 brothers and sisters.

Keeping with Kay’s wishes there will be a private family graveside service in Stannards Cemetery with Kathy Timpano presiding. Memorial wishes in Kay’s name may be made to either the Stannards United Methodist Church or to The American Cancer Society or to the Donor’s choice. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.

Charles J. White

Wellsville, NY - Charles J. White, age 88, of the Brandes Road passed away on Sunday, August 14, at the Highland Health Care Center. He was born on November 21, 1927 in Bradford, Pennsylvania to Shirley Egin and Madline Fisher White.

Charles graduated from Wellsville High School and was a veteran of the US Marine Corps serving from 1945 until 1946. He was a driller for Otis Eastern and drilled water wells with Louie Jackson. He was a life member of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars both of Wellsville.

Charles is survived by several nieces and nephews.

Charles was predeceased by his longtime companion, Ruth Fanton; 2 sisters, Betty Palmitter and Molly Parson; a brother, Dean Egen White.

 A private Burial will take place in Stannards Cemetery and memorials in his name may be made to the Willing Fire Department. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.