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Tuesday, May 30, 2017

Obituary: Charles E. "Charlie" Lehman, 80, formerly of Andover

WILLOW SPRINGS, N.C. – Charles E. “Charlie” Lehman, 80, formerly of Andover, passed away Sunday (May 28, 2017) at home surrounded by family.
Mr. Lehman was born on Sept. 27, 1936 in Andover to Harold and Fanny (Taylor) Lehman. He was a 1954 graduate of Andover Central School. Charlie served in the United States Army from 1954-1958.
After his time in the service, Charlie worked for Dresser-Rand in Wellsville in various capacities, most notably in the shipping department, retiring in 1998 after 35 years of service.
Charlie is survived by two sons, Donald Lehman of Andover and Jimmy (Paula) Lehman of Campbell; five daughters, Christina (Steve) Phelps of Scio, Brenda Capluzzi of Smithfield, N.C., Sue (Dennis) Yarbrough of Raleigh, N.C., and Toni (Larry) Wilson and Lisa Lehman, both of Willow Springs, N.C.; three sisters, Hazel Cornell and Marylou (Wendell) Bennett, both of Andover, and Darlene (Mike) Willis of Wayland; and a brother-in-law, Edward Ryan of Andover.
Additionally, he is survived by 11 grandchildren, Brandy (Earl) Bizzell, Amanda (Ryan Dieter) Witter, Emily (Brandon Mulhollen) Capluzzi, Allison Capluzzi, Alicia Nevol, Robert (Ashley) Nevol, Shannon (Chris) Baker, D.J. (Courtney) Austin, Dylan Yarbrough, Alex Lehman and Dustin Lehman; 12 great grandchildren, Chesney Lee, Jayden Dieter, Ethan Dieter, Brayden Deiter, Preston Lehman, Patrick Lehman, Analiyah Wyatt, Brynna Nevol, Joshua Baker, Zak Baker, Harlynn Austin and Jace Yarbrough; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by a son, Michael Lehman, two brothers, Carl “Pudge” Lehman and Jimmy Lehman; one sister, Lois Ryan; and one grandson, Eric Lehman.
Charlie lived an active life. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Charlie was a lifelong sports enthusiast. In high school he especially enjoyed basketball. As an adult, Charlie played on various summer slow pitch softball leagues, bowling leagues and he took up the sport of golf. As a spectator, he was a huge Buffalo Bills, Buffalo Sabres and Boston Red Sox fan. Additionally, he was a proud member of the Wellsville American Legion, Wellsville VFW and the Wellsville Moose Lodge.
Charlie loved spending time with his family. One of his favorite past times was driving the back roads with his family looking for deer. He enjoyed the many vacations they took together and the various outings to the zoo and the beach. He especially enjoyed the ocean off North Carolina. Charlie looked forward to family gatherings and cookouts. He had an especially close relationship with his grandchildren and great grandchildren and cherished the times spent with them.
Visitation will be held on Saturday (July 15) from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Baker-Swan Funeral Home in Andover. The memorial service will be held on Saturday (July 15) at 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home, immediately following the visitation, with Rev. Chris Mattison of the Andover Presbyterian Church officiating. Burial with full military honors will follow in Hillside Cemetery. Online condolences may be offered at www.baker-swan.com.
Memorial contributions in Charlie’s name may be made to Wellsville American Legion Post 702, 23 Jefferson St., Wellsville, NY 14895.