Stuart J. Haldane
GOWANDA: Stuart J. Haldane, 87, a resident of Gowanda Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, formerly of Hanover Road, Silver Creek, passed away Friday, May 26, 2017 at his residence. He was born in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada on Feb. 14, 1930, the son of the late Gordon and Margaret (Henderson) Haldane.
He worked as a Senior Lineman for New York State Electric & Gas for over 30 years, retiring from the Silver Creek location. Mr. Haldane enjoyed reading. At age 70, he acquired his motorcycle license and he and his wife, Donna, rode together on his new HarleyDavidson Electraglide with a side car. They loved riding and being together.
Survivors include three daughters: Cheryl Leone, Tammy Thompson and Heather (James) Sinclair; a son, Michael (Helene) Haldane and a sister, Mary Misener. Also surviving are grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Besides his parents he was predeceased by his wife of 65 years, Donna J. (Lawrence) Haldane, who died Jan. 29, 2017 and a great-granddaughter, Cherish P. Leone.
There will be no visitation or services observed.
The family suggests memorials may be made to American Heart Association, PO Box 417005, Boston, MA 022417005. Arrangements are by Riles & Woolley Funeral Home, Forestville. To post condolences go to www.rilesandwoolley funeralhome.com.