Little Genesee- Richard E. Duffney, a longtime Portville resident, was reunited with his beloved wife, on Saturday (October 26, 2019), after passing away at the Olean General Hospital.
Born April 8, 1938 in Oneida, he was the son of Walter and Etta Graves Duffney, Sr. On May 18, 1963 at Sacred Heart Church in Portville, he married the love of his life, Luanna Vosick, who predeceased him.
Richard worked as a laborer for many years, before going to work at Besecker & Coss, where he worked for over 21 years. After retirement, Richard worked in the maintenance department for the former St. Joseph’s Manor.
Richard loved attending his grandchildren’s sporting events. He also enjoyed bird watching and was an avid Nascar fan.
Surviving are two children; Scott (Diane) Duffney of Little Genesee, and Shelly (Michael) O’Neil of The Woodlands, TX; four grandchildren, Matthew Duffney, Samantha Torrey, Kevin and Ian O’Neil; five great-grandchildren; one brother, Walter Duffney, Jr., of Rome, NY, and one sister; Patty Osborn of Arkansas.
In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by one sister, Janet Crowley.
Friends will be received at the Guenther Funeral Home, Inc. 51 S. Main Street, Portville on Saturday (November 2, 2019) from 11am-1pm, at which time funeral services will begin. Chaplain Terry Bush, will officiate. Burial will be in Chestnut Hill Cemetery.
Memorials if desired may be made to The Bolivar Fire Department 460 Main St. Bolivar, NY 14715
