All Obituaries

Paul William Wood, Ph.D. OLEAN — Dr. Paul William Wood, 93, of Olean, a beloved professor emeritus of French at St. Bonaventure University whose 35 years of teaching shaped generations of students, died peacefully at his home on July 11, 2026, following a lengthy illness. Born March 24, 1933, in Cincinnati, Ohio, he was the son of the late Walter J. Wood and Marie Sophia (Lott) Wood. A graduate of St. Gregory’s in Cincinnati, he earned a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy from the ...

Portville, New York – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Donald J. Hennings, Jr., who departed this world peacefully at his home on July 10, 2026, after a brief illness. Born on November 12, 1954, in Buffalo, New York, the son of Donald J. Hennings Sr. and Barbara A. Wittenburg.  After graduating from Richburg High School in 1973, Don embarked on a fulfilling career at Dresser Rand in Olean, NY, where he dedicated many years of hard work before retiring. His ...

Lloyd J. (Butch) Bennett. He did it his way Jacksonville – Lloyd J. Bennett passed away Friday (July 10, 2026) after a long battle with cardiac disease. Lloyd was born in Olean on February 26, 1943, the son of Lloyd Chester and Blanche (Neporadny) Bennett. He married Ann Harris at St Joseph’s Church, Olean, on September 23, 1961. Lloyd called it the smartest decision he ever made. A proud graduate of Olean High School, Class of 1961, Lloyd played football and ran track for ...

Dennis R. Haught – “Good Night and Good Luck !” Olean - The death-dodging Dennis R. Haught finally met his maker on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at UPMC Hamot in Erie, PA. Shockingly, it wasn't the heart disease that plagued him since he was 40, or complications from the brain bleed when he was airlifted to Buffalo, or the Father's Day grinder to the face that landed him in the ER, or that full stick of butter he put on his weekly batch of popcorn. What ultimately took him out ...

Gloria Ann Bush, loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother Olean- Gloria A. Bush, a life-long resident of Olean, passed away on Sunday, July 5, 2026, at Olean General Hospital. Born October 3, 1932, in Olean, Gloria was the daughter of Frank and Wenona (Cleveland) Phillips.  She graduated from Olean High School in 1951.  Gloria worked as a salesclerk until she met and then married John J. Bush in 1953. Gloria was a proud member of St. Mary of the Angels Church. ...

Viola Nolan Taggerty, Queen of Lillibridge Road Portville- Viola Nolan Taggerty, of Portville, passed away at ECMC in Buffalo on Thursday (July 2, 2026), surrounded by her loving family.  She was born in Port Alleghany, P.A., on April 8, 1935, the daughter of Ralph and Ethel (Mix) Nolan.  Viola married Clair Taggerty after graduation. Viola graduated from Port Allegany High School.  She worked numerous jobs - a receptionist at WPIG, nurse’s aide at St. Francis ...

Joyce (Blalock) Terhune – Loving Mother, Grandmother, and Jehovah's Witness OLEAN – Joyce Terhune passed away Tuesday, June 30, at Olean General Hospital, surrounded by her loving family after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Born November 22, 1970, in Lakeworth Hills, Fl., Joyce was the daughter of Claude and Lois (Hill) Blalock. Joyce loved crocheting, doing puzzles, spending time with family, and was a Jehovah's Witness. Joyce is survived by her children, Ryan ...

Little Genesee -  Glenna Pounds, age 102, passed away at home with family at her side on Friday, June 26, 2026.  Born December 1, 1923, in Olean, NY, to Glenn and Anna  Ernestine (Peterson) Archibald.  She was the youngest of 3 daughters.   Glenna graduated from Portville Central High School in 1942 and married Richard (Bud) N. Pounds of Bolivar in Portville on September 24, 1942.  When her husband left for war, she attended welding school in Olean and then ...

Joan R. Kuzak Melaro Corson – Mother, Grandmother, Sister, who shared her generous spirit, great strength, and remarkable grace. Olean – Joan R. Corson, of Olean, passed away Saturday (June 20, 2026) at the Pines, surrounded by her family. Joan was born in Hinsdale on May 24, 1935, the daughter of Constance and Bernice Kuzak. She married Joe Melaro on July 3,1954 who predeceased her in 1993.  On February 7, 2005, she married Charles Corson, who predeceased her in ...

Mary P. Wilcox Limestone – Mary P. Wilcox passed away Thursday, June 18, at Buffalo General Hospital. Born January 18, 1944, Mary was the daughter of Raymond and Jean Bess.  On July 7, 1962, she married Thomas L Wilcox, who predeceased her on Sunday, March 14, 2021. Mary loved spending her free time quilting and knitting.  She worked for Todd’s as a school bus driver for the Otto-Eldred School District. She was a member of the United Methodist Church, where she ...