Donald E. Dailey “beloved friend, companion, father, grandfather, and
brother”
OLEAN, N.Y.- Donald E. “Don” Dailey, 66, of Olean, passed
away in his home surrounded by his loving companion and family on Friday, March
8, 2019, after a short illness.
Born on July 21, 1952 in Millport, Pa., he was a son of
James D. and Ruth Z. Ellis Dailey. He
was married to Linda Jordan, who preceded him in death.
Don was a graduate of Oswayo Valley High School in
Shinglehouse. He was a self-employed
contractor until his retirement.
He loved to fish and hunt.
Surviving are his companion, Jackie Wank of Olean; two sons,
Bryon P. Jordan of Frewsburg and Greg Chesebro; a daughter, Kristine L. Olver
of Allegany; three grandchildren, Daniel Dailey, Brandon Dailey, and Anthony
Olver; a great-grandson, Parker, to be born this month; his siblings, James
“Jimmie” (Sue) Dailey of Cochranton, Pa., Dawn (Don) Carter of Arcanum, Ohio,
Diane (James) Casini of Frewsburg, John (Millie) Dailey of Millport, Pa., Gary
(Pam) Dailey of Coudersport, Pa., and Debbie Williams of Portsmouth, Virginia;
and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was predeceased by a
brother Dann Dailey.
In keeping with Don’s wishes there will be no public
visitation or funeral services. Burial will be with his parents in the Chrystal
Cemetery, Eleven Mile, Pa.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Christopher
Columbus Lodge, 540 North Union Street, Olean, N.Y. 14760.
Don’s family has entrusted his care and cremation
arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L.
Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse, Pa.
To express condolences or share a fond memory of Don, please
visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com.