Thomas M. Atwell

Thomas M. “Tom” Atwell, 77, of Olean, formerly of Bolivar, passed away in his home on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, after a lengthy illness.

Born on Wednesday, November 17, 1948 in North Hornell, NY, he was a son of Robert Prouty and Lucymae Truman Prouty Atwell.

Tom was a graduate of Wellsville High School. Upon graduation, he enlisted in the US Navy where he served on the USS Constellation during the Vietnam War. After his honorable discharge, Tom made California his home, a place he truly loved. While living there, he was employed in the medical field. After returning home to Bolivar, Tom was employed in various jobs, mostly in customer service. Some of these jobs included KFC in Olean, Walmart in Olean, and lastly at St. Bonaventure University.

He loved his many cats over the years. He had a beautiful singing voice. Tom loved to read and watch old movies. He was a wonderful cook. He enjoyed exercising at the YMCA. He loved going to the Cattaraugus County Fair despite his health issues. Tom was of the Jewish faith, worshiping at the former B’Nai Israel Temple in Olean.

Left to cherish his memory are two sisters, Cathy E. Atwell and Carol L. Atwell, both of Bolivar; a brother, Kevin C. (Brenda) Atwell of Taylorville, PA; three nephews, Jeremy W. Atwell, Burton M (Christie) Little and Kevin C. Atwell, Jr.; two nieces, Lisa M. Atwell and Kelly L. Atwell; two grandnephews; three grandnieces; a brother-in-law, Tommy Johnson; and his special friends who made it possible for Tom to live alone, including Linda, Chuck, Dawn, and Shirley.

In addition to his parents and stepfather, Tom was predeceased by a sister, Karen L. Atwell; and a nephew, Christopher Atwell.

In keeping with Tom’s wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral services. He will be laid to rest with his mother in the Alfred Rural Cemetery, Alfred.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Tom’s name may be made to a SPCA of the donor’s choice.

Tom’s family entrusted his care and cremation arrangements to Kevin J. Dusenbury, funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.

To express condolences, light a candle, or share a fond memory of Tom, please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com or the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home Facebook page.

Ronald Francis Munday, 72, of Duke Center, passed away Friday March 13, 2026, at Olean General Hospital.

 Born August 25,1954, in Olean, NY, he was the son of the late Jerold and Joyce Munday.

 Ron spent his early years in Limestone, NY and was an attendee of Limestone Union Free High School. Once out of school, Ron worked as a supervisor for Case Cutlery in Bradford, before he dedicated over 35 years at Cutco Knife Factory in Olean NY. He retired in 2019.

He is survived by his devoted wife of 29 years, Rhonda (Gross) Munday, two sons, Brian Munday and John (Leah) Lockwood, one stepson, Scott (Lisa) Lockwood, five grandchildren; Darci, Scottie, Janelle, Holly, and Krista Lockwood, and several great grandchildren.

In June of 1997, Ron and Rhonda began their journey together on Summer St in Bradford, where they raised their boys John and Brian, and spent countless hours with their five grandchildren. In 2009, Ron and Rhonda relocated to Duke Center, where they retired together and continued to live a quiet and happy life.

Music was one of Ron’s greatest passions. He was a talented musician and played in several bands over the years. Starting as a drummer, he would eventually learn various instruments including bass, lead, and rhythm guitars. His love for music was a shared bond with his stepson John. They spent countless hours playing and recording music together over the years.

Ron was known for his quick wit and sense of humor. Often using his sarcastictrademark catch phrases such as ‘What did you just say?”, “And then you woke up”, “Because the chief said so”, and the classic “I’ll part your hair with an axe!” When joking with h

is wife, he would often He was preceded in death by his parents, one sister, and two brothers, Jerry Munday and Mark Munday.

 Family will receive friends on Wednesday March 18, 2026, from Noon to 1 pm in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc. 33 South Avenue. At 1:00 pm funeral and committal services will be held with Rev. Max Simms, Pastor of the Hilltop Baptist Church officiating. Burial will be in Steamburg Cemetery in Randolph NY.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to Otto Township Volunteer Fire Department, or a charity of the donor’s choice. 

Online condolences may be expressed to his family at www.hollenbeckcahill.com to her as ‘the old hen’.

Michael McIntyre, 81, of Bradford, PA, passed peacefully on March 14, 2026, with his wife and children at his side.

Born in Springville, NY on April 21, 1944, to his doting mother—Irene—Michael was one of 3 boys. He spent his days playing with his brother Robert and family pets such as dogs and even a raccoon.

As he grew, Michael went to high school in the Springville area before attending Bryant & Stratton College in Buffalo. He later went on to dedicate over 30 years to working at Signore in Ellicottville, NY.

In a coincidence that was so uncanny that it couldn’t be described as anything other than fate, Michael met a woman with his same birthday who would become his wife. In 1975, Michael and Cheryl chose that date—April 21—as their wedding date. Affectionately known as “the birthiversary,” the two of them celebrated 50 beautiful years together in 2025.