Robert W. RANSOM

Robert W. "Bob" RANSOM, 72, of Whitesville, NY, died Saturday, June 9, 2012 in his home. Born May 2, 1940, in Coudersport, PA, he was the son of Howard E. and Elnora Johnson Ransom. On November 15, 1958, in Whitesville, NY, he married the former Paula Nesbit, who survives. He was employed by ABB Air Preheater in Wellsville for over 35 years. Bob was a member of the Whitesville Volunteer Fire Department, the Whitesville Rod & Gun Club, and the Independence Ambulance Squad. Surviving besides his wife, Paula, are: five children, Judy (Steve) Linza of Whitesville, Vaughn (Dana) Ransom of Moyock, NC, Vernon (Carla) Ransom of Churchville, NY, Janet (Joe) Foth of Newport, WA, and Fawn (Jim) Waters of Whitesville; two brothers, Eugene (Patricia) Ransom of Conesus, NY and Dale (Georgia) Ransom of Genesee, PA; 13 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his step-father, George Knauer, Sr.; and a sister-in-law, Carol Ransom. Friends may call Monday, June 11, 2012 from 2:00 -- 4:00 and 7:00 -- 9:00 PM at the Olney Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Ulysses, PA, where Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday at 11:00 AM. Pastor Harold Kiel will officiate. Burial will be in Whitesville Rural Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Whitesville Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 256, Whitesville, NY 14897 or a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be expressed at www.olneyfuneralhome.com.