Donald L Farnum's obituary , Passed away on August 10, 2025 in Olean, New York

Donald L Farnum

May 12, 1947 - August 10, 2025 (78 years old)

Olean, New York

Donald L Farnum's obituary , Passed away on August 10, 2025 in Olean, New York

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Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home

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Donald L Farnum

May 12, 1947 - August 10, 2025 (78 years old)

Olean, New York

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In loving memory of Donald L Farnum in Olean, New York, who departed this world on August 10, 2025 at the age of 78. Donald leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald L Farnum to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, C. Luther Farnum and Hazel Farnum (Wickwire); his siblings, Duane Farnum (Joyce Ann) and Denise McKnight; and his nephew Matthew Farnum.

He is survived by: his wife Cynthia A. Roe; his children, Donald Farnum, Jr. (Marguerite) of Orchard Park, Jason Farnum (Jessica) of Kenmore, Nathan Farnum (Leah) of Little Valley and Tara Farnum of Cuba; his grandchildren, Akrista, Kasey, Paisly, Kyleigh (Jude), Megan, Katrina, Sarah, Elliott, Calum, Alex, Avery and Layla; his brother David Farnum (Katherine) of Friendship; his brother-in-law Ronald McKnight of Cleveland, Mississippi; and his brother Gary Farnum of Andover. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to either the American Heart Association or the National Audubon Society.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home



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August 15, 2025

Heather K Boser & Robert J O'Brien sent flowers

“In loving memory of Donald L Farnum, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss.”


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August 14, 2025

Kelly S Kalapp wrote a sympathy message

“My sincere condolences to the family. Don and I had conversed a little over the last 5 years after I found that he was a cousin. He was a piece of my family puzzle.”


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