Donald H. “Don” Crowley, 73,

of 19 Howard St., Hornell

 died peacefully Tuesday afternoon (February 14, 2012) at Strong Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his loving family, following a long illness.
    
Born in Hornell on May 5, 1938, he was the son of Harry & Luella (Knapp) Crowley.

Don grew up in Hornell and was a graduate of Hornell High School (class of 1956).  He later served and was honorably discharged from the US Army.

He was employed in several capacities, including working in the caller’s office and in the Accounting Bureau of the former Erie Railroad & Erie Lackawanna Railroad for 18 ½ years.  He later worked as a custodian for the Hornell School District, primarily at the Hornell Intermediate School, Hornell High School and Bryant School, retiring in about 11 years ago.

Don was a true “family man” who enjoyed taking care of his loved ones.  He also had a deep affection for his 3 cats, Whitey, Zoey & Pye and his beloved dog, Riley who died 13 months ago.  

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Marilyn Day.

Don was married on July 6, 1964 to the former Arlene Baird who survives.  Also surviving are 3 children, Robert (Sharon Galvan) Crowley of Bath, Charlene (Scott) Heard of Wolcott, CT and Barbara Burdick of Addison; 2 brothers, Richard (Ruth) Crowley of Bergen, NY and Gary Crowley of New Hampshire; 6 grandchildren, Robert Crowley JR, Dennis Crowley,  Michael Quick, Bryan Quick, Allison Crowley and Jacob Burdick; 3 great-grandchildren, Gabriella Quick, Christopher Quick and Madyson Crowley; several nieces, nephews & cousins.

At Don’s request there will be no calling hours.  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.

Don’s family request that memorial contributions in his name be made to the Hornell Humane Society, 7649 Industrial Park Road, Hornell, NY 14843.

To leave an online condolence or share a memory of Don, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com