Albert W. “Big Al” Arnink  SR  – 57 – of 2014 Big Creek Road, Hornell died early Tuesday morning (August 13, 2013) at home, following a courageous battle with cancer.

Born in Port Chester, NY on November 14, 1955, he was the son of Thomas & Rosemary Arnink.

Big Al grew up in Stamford, CT and Norwalk, CT and was a graduate of Norwalk High School.  He was a veteran of the US Air Force, serving his country during the Viet Nam era.

A resident of the Hornell area for over 25 years, he was employed for about 15 years as a mechanic at M-K Corporation in Hornell.  As a gifted mechanic, Albert enjoyed working on and rebuilding cars —especially vintage Volt wagons. 

Clifford A. “Cliffy” George, age 2,  of 7492 Donnelly Road, Almond, NY, died Wednesday afternoon (August 7, 2013) at St. James Hospital, where he was taken by ambulance after being ill at home.

Born in Hornell on April 8, 2011, he was the son of Andrew & Heather (Richards) George.

Although he was only on this earth for a short time, Cliffy touched the hearts of everyone.  He had an infectious smile and laugh.  Cliffy was “easy going” and loved playing with his toy cars and drums.  He will always be loved — he will never be forgotten — and he will be sadly missed by his family & friends.

He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, John George.

Dorothy W. “Dot” Treahy – 89 – formerly of Sawyer St., died Wednesday morning (August 7, 2013) at McAuley Manor, where she had resided for the 1 ½ years.

Born in Hornell on December 19, 1923, she was the daughter of Carl & Irene (Almy) Whitman.

Dot grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1941).  She was employed for over 25 years at the former New York Telephone Company, originally as a switchboard operator and later working in the business office.

She had a deep affection for animals and throughout the years loved & cared for several pet dogs.  She also enjoyed playing bingo; going to the movies; and attending concerts on the Broadway Mall.  In her younger years, Dot enjoyed spending time at Silver Lake.

Joseph R. “Joe” Argentieri – 91 – of 158 Sutherby Ave., Hornell, died Friday afternoon (July 19, 2013) at his home, following a slight disagreement with “Old Age”.

A native & life resident of Hornell, he was born March 19, 1922 and was the son of Stephen & Martha (Gallese) Argentieri.

Joe was a graduate of St. Ann’s School and later graduated from Hornell High School.  Following high school, Joe attended Eastman School of Music in Rochester.

For over 30 years, Joe was employed at the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) in many capacities, primarily in the soil’s department. 

Joe had a deep love of music and was an accomplished trumpet player.  Through the years he performed with many musicians and many bands, including the Joe Argentieri Band, Andy Grillo Orchestra, Press White Orchestra, The Versitones, Custer’s Last Band and Joe Argentieri & Friends.  He was still performing three years ago when he was 88 years young!

He was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ann’s Church where he served as an usher for many years.  He was also a former member of the Hornell Knights of Columbus.

Linda M. Halbert – 59 – of 51 West Ave., Arkport, died early Wednesday morning (July 10, 2013) at her home, following a long illness.

Born in Hornell on August 1, 1953, and was the daughter of Jason & Evelyn (Silsby) Coddington.

Linda was a lifelong resident of the Arkport / Canaseraga area and attended school in Canaseraga.  For about 10 years, she was employed as a bartender at the Hornell Bowl.  She was an avid bowler and bowled in a ladies league on Wednesdays and a mixed league on Sundays.  Her true joy in life, however, was simply spending quality time with her family.

She was married on May 23, 1970 to Robert P. Seeley JR who died in an automobile accident on June 7, 1970, two weeks after their wedding.

Dorothy E. “Dottie” Ryan – 62 – of 27 Wallingford Ave., Wallingford, PA, formerly of Hornell, died Thursday evening (July 4, 2013) at her home, following a long illness.

Born in Hornell on March 27, 1951, she was the daughter of Arnold & Della (Cuda) Daniels.

Dottie was a graduate of St. Ann’s School and later graduated from Hornell High School (class of 1969).  In 1972 she received her Registered Nurses License following her graduation from St. Joseph’s Hospital School of Nursing in Elmira.

For about 20 years, Dottie was employed as a registered nurse at St. James Mercy Hospital in Hornell, primarily in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).  She later served as assistant director of nursing at a long term nursing facility in Wellsville and also as a dialysis nurse in the dialysis unit at St. James Hospital.  For about 12 years, Dorothy served as a psychiatry nurse with the Steuben County Mental Health Clinic in Bath.  She retired in May, 2012 due to ill health.

Dottie was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ann’s Church.  She was an avid reader and was a longtime fan of the Buffalo Bills.  Her greatest joy in life, however, was simply enjoying her time spent with family & friends.

Surviving are 2 daughters, Katie (Dane) Czaplicki of Rose Valley, PA and Erin Ryan of Oceanside, CA; 1 brother, Francis (Susan) Daniels of Dover, DE; her former husband, Daniel Ryan of Corning; 2 granddaughters, Samantha Czaplicki & Katherine Czaplicki; several nieces, nephews & cousins.

The family of Dorothy E. “Dottie” Ryan will receive friends on Friday (July 12, 2013) from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.  A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday (July 13, 2013) at 1:00 PM at St. Ann’s Church.  A gathering of family & friends will follow at the Hornell Sons of Italy.

Duane A. Green – 80 – of 1905 Hanneman Rd., Alfred Station, died Thursday evening (July 4, 2013) at the Hart Comfort Houses in Wellsville, following a long illness.

Born in Hornell on October 8, 1932, he was the son of Harold & Mary (Allen) Green.

Duane resided in the Alfred / Alfred Station area for most of his life and was a graduate of Alfred Almond Central School (class of 1951).  He was a Veteran of the US Army, serving his country from 1951-1953.

He was employed for several years as a machinist at Foster Wheeler Corporation in Dansville and for about 35 years was employed as a technical specialist at the New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, retiring in 1994.  Following his retirement, Duane worked for several years at Jefferds Construction Company of Alfred Station.

Theresa C. Hoeffner – 86 – a resident of McAuley Manor, formerly of Fremont, died Tuesday evening (June 25, 2013) at Rochester General Hospital following a Brief illness.

Born in Floral Park, Long Island on October 29, 1926, she was the daughter of Phillip & Theresa (Wulforst) Hoeffner.

Theresa was employed for over 40 years as a saleslady & buyer at the former Tuttle & Rockwell Store in Hornell, retiring about 20 years ago.  She was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and a communicant of St. Ann’s Church.

She was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Philip Hoeffner and Robert Hoeffner; 2 sisters, Irene Briggs, and Marion “Dolly” Dorfer.

Rita A. (Gallese) Roast – 95 – of 35 Old Pine Lane, Rochester, formerly of Hornell, died Wednesday morning (June 19, 2013) at Rochester General Hospital, following a brief illness.

 Born in Hornell on February 27, 1918, she was the daughter of Carmine & Nicoletta (DeSanto) Gallese.

 Rita grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of St. Ann’s School.  She later graduated from Hornell High School (class of 1936).  Following high school, Rita earned her registered nurses’ license from St. James School of Nursing in Hornell.

 She was employed for a time as a registered nurse at Rockefeller Research Hospital in New York City.  She resided in Buffalo, NY for several years and later lived in Seaford, Del for over 40 years, where she was a long-time active volunteer and officer of the Auxiliary of Stockley Center.  She has resided in Rochester for the past seven years.

Mildred M. “Millie” Bacon – 90 – formerly of Albion St., Hornell, died Wednesday morning (June 19, 2013) at Hornell Gardens where she had resided for the past 18 years.

Born in Canandaigua on June 24, 1922, she was the daughter of William & Jessie (Conklin) Hann.  She has resided in the Hornell area for most of her life.  Mildred was a member of the United Methodist Church and had been member of the Hornell Salvation Army.  She was also a member of the Red Hat Society at Hornell Gardens.

Millie was married in 1940 to George Bacon who died in 1974.  She was also preceded in death by her son, Charles Bacon and her daughter-in-law, Sharon Bacon.