Michael Byrne
1946 - 2020
OLEAN - Michael "Papa" Byrne, of 213 N. 15th St., Olean, passed away Friday (March 27, 2020) at the Olean General Hospital Intensive Care Unit shortly after saying goodbye to his loved ones, after a courageous battle with pneumonia.
Born Jan. 21, 1946, in Fall River, Mass., he was the son of the late Harold and Veronica Delekta Byrne. On Oct. 24, 1970, in St. John's Church, he married his forever soulmate Mary Lou Marra, who predeceased him Aug. 16, 2011.
Mike was a graduate of Irondequoit High School in Rochester, Class of 1964. He went on to earn his bachelor of science degree in counseling from Empire State College SUNY and his master of science degree in education (special education) from Alfred University.
His impressive career spanned three decades and included two retirements, one with The ReHabilitation Center of Olean and one with BOCES within the New York state education system. More importantly, Mike dedicated his life and career to helping those with special needs. He received many accolades through his career; one that meant the most to him was witnessing the students he taught from a young age through adulthood gain independence and successfully become a part of the workforce.
Mike especially loved all of his grandchildren, they were his biggest joy in life. His favorite hobbies through the years included golfing, reading, attending sporting events and shooting at the "Rod and Gun Club."
Mike is survived by two sons, Chris Byrne of Olean and Greg (Marie) Byrne of Charleston, S.C.; seven grandchildren, Ashley, Michaela, Christopher, Ryan, Zachary, McGregor and Tilton; a sister, Kathy (Jerry) Coyne of Rochester; and many nieces and nephews.
Burial will be in St. Bonaventure Cemetery, Allegany.
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©Published in The Olean Times Herald on Apr. 2, 2020
Used with permission
1946 - 2020
OLEAN - Michael "Papa" Byrne, of 213 N. 15th St., Olean, passed away Friday (March 27, 2020) at the Olean General Hospital Intensive Care Unit shortly after saying goodbye to his loved ones, after a courageous battle with pneumonia.
Born Jan. 21, 1946, in Fall River, Mass., he was the son of the late Harold and Veronica Delekta Byrne. On Oct. 24, 1970, in St. John's Church, he married his forever soulmate Mary Lou Marra, who predeceased him Aug. 16, 2011.
Mike was a graduate of Irondequoit High School in Rochester, Class of 1964. He went on to earn his bachelor of science degree in counseling from Empire State College SUNY and his master of science degree in education (special education) from Alfred University.
His impressive career spanned three decades and included two retirements, one with The ReHabilitation Center of Olean and one with BOCES within the New York state education system. More importantly, Mike dedicated his life and career to helping those with special needs. He received many accolades through his career; one that meant the most to him was witnessing the students he taught from a young age through adulthood gain independence and successfully become a part of the workforce.
Mike especially loved all of his grandchildren, they were his biggest joy in life. His favorite hobbies through the years included golfing, reading, attending sporting events and shooting at the "Rod and Gun Club."
Mike is survived by two sons, Chris Byrne of Olean and Greg (Marie) Byrne of Charleston, S.C.; seven grandchildren, Ashley, Michaela, Christopher, Ryan, Zachary, McGregor and Tilton; a sister, Kathy (Jerry) Coyne of Rochester; and many nieces and nephews.
Burial will be in St. Bonaventure Cemetery, Allegany.
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©Published in The Olean Times Herald on Apr. 2, 2020
Used with permission
Michael Byrne
1946 - 2020
OLEAN - Michael "Papa" Byrne, of 213 N. 15th St., Olean, passed away Friday (March 27, 2020) at the Olean General Hospital Intensive Care Unit shortly after saying goodbye to his loved ones, after a courageous battle with pneumonia.
Born Jan. 21, 1946, in Fall River, Mass., he was the son of the late Harold and Veronica Delekta Byrne. On Oct. 24, 1970, in St. John's Church, he married his forever soulmate Mary Lou Marra, who predeceased him Aug. 16, 2011.
Mike was a graduate of Irondequoit High School in Rochester, Class of 1964. He went on to earn his bachelor of science degree in counseling from Empire State College SUNY and his master of science degree in education (special education) from Alfred University.
His impressive career spanned three decades and included two retirements, one with The ReHabilitation Center of Olean and one with BOCES within the New York state education system. More importantly, Mike dedicated his life and career to helping those with special needs. He received many accolades through his career; one that meant the most to him was witnessing the students he taught from a young age through adulthood gain independence and successfully become a part of the workforce.
Mike especially loved all of his grandchildren, they were his biggest joy in life. His favorite hobbies through the years included golfing, reading, attending sporting events and shooting at the "Rod and Gun Club."
Mike is survived by two sons, Chris Byrne of Olean and Greg (Marie) Byrne of Charleston, S.C.; seven grandchildren, Ashley, Michaela, Christopher, Ryan, Zachary, McGregor and Tilton; a sister, Kathy (Jerry) Coyne of Rochester; and many nieces and nephews.
Burial will be in St. Bonaventure Cemetery, Allegany.
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©Published in The Olean Times Herald on Apr. 2, 2020
Used with permission
1946 - 2020
OLEAN - Michael "Papa" Byrne, of 213 N. 15th St., Olean, passed away Friday (March 27, 2020) at the Olean General Hospital Intensive Care Unit shortly after saying goodbye to his loved ones, after a courageous battle with pneumonia.
Born Jan. 21, 1946, in Fall River, Mass., he was the son of the late Harold and Veronica Delekta Byrne. On Oct. 24, 1970, in St. John's Church, he married his forever soulmate Mary Lou Marra, who predeceased him Aug. 16, 2011.
Mike was a graduate of Irondequoit High School in Rochester, Class of 1964. He went on to earn his bachelor of science degree in counseling from Empire State College SUNY and his master of science degree in education (special education) from Alfred University.
His impressive career spanned three decades and included two retirements, one with The ReHabilitation Center of Olean and one with BOCES within the New York state education system. More importantly, Mike dedicated his life and career to helping those with special needs. He received many accolades through his career; one that meant the most to him was witnessing the students he taught from a young age through adulthood gain independence and successfully become a part of the workforce.
Mike especially loved all of his grandchildren, they were his biggest joy in life. His favorite hobbies through the years included golfing, reading, attending sporting events and shooting at the "Rod and Gun Club."
Mike is survived by two sons, Chris Byrne of Olean and Greg (Marie) Byrne of Charleston, S.C.; seven grandchildren, Ashley, Michaela, Christopher, Ryan, Zachary, McGregor and Tilton; a sister, Kathy (Jerry) Coyne of Rochester; and many nieces and nephews.
Burial will be in St. Bonaventure Cemetery, Allegany.
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©Published in The Olean Times Herald on Apr. 2, 2020
Used with permission
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