Lyman W. Montanye

Was born June 22, 1921 in Elmira, NY the son of the late Philo and Ruth (Johnson) Montanye, went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, January 27, 2009 surrounded by his loving family. His loving wife of 51 years, Barbara Orcutt predeceased him in 2002. His beloved daughter, Lori Mattison, also preceded him in death. His survivors include: daughters, Donna (Robert) Johnson of Pine City, NY; Jacquelyn (Michael R.) Brown of Elmira, NY; son, Jeffery Montanye (Terry Snyder) of Elmira, NY; grandchildren, Kristine Johnson Hall, Karin Johnson Fargo, Melissa Brown Church, Nicholas Brown, Catherine Brown, Jarred Mattison, Sky Mattison and Cody Mattison; 6 great grandchildren; brothers, Lester Montanye of Pine City, NY; Raymond Montanye of Chemung, NY; sister, Marietta Voorhees; special friend, Donna Deprimo of Elmira, NY;Lyman retired as a truck driver for Chemung Foods after several years of service. He was a self-employed contractor, handy man and a jack-of-all-trades. He was a Veteran of the US Army proudly serving his country. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira/Southport, NY on Friday, January 30, 2009 from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. A Memorial Service honoring his life will follow the visitation. The Reverend William Lutz will celebrate Lyman's services. Interment will follow in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park where Lyman will be laid to rest with his beloved Barbara. The Chemung County Veterans Honor Squad will accord military honors for Mr. Montanye following the committal prayers by Father Lutz.