Clyde J. Downey

Obituary of Clyde J. Downey Albion: Clyde J. Downey, age 97, passed away on March 19, 2017.
He was born May 1, 1919 in Holley to the late Jesse and Edith (Adams) Downey and would remain in the area his entire life. Clyde was a long time employee of Harrison Radiator in Lockport before retiring. He played the saxophone, and performed locally in musical combos for most of his life for dances and special events. In addition, he enjoyed golfing, bowling, listening to big band music, riding his motorcycle, watching old movies and spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his wife Avis (Hollenbeck) Downey and son-in-law; Sebastian “Buddy” Chiaramida. Clyde is survived by his children; Grant (Jan) Downey, Marcia “Marcy” Downey, and Vicki (Syd) Houseknecht, all of Albion. Also surviving are his brothers; Everett “Frenchy” Downey of Albion, Keith Downey of Kentucky, 6 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Homes, Inc. 21 West Ave. Albion, on Saturday, March 25th from 2:00-4:00pm. Clyde’s Memorial Service will be held at the Gaines Congregational Church, 14023 Ridge Rd. Albion on Sunday, March 26th at 2:00pm. Interment will be private in Mt. Albion Cemetery. Memorial contributions in Clyde’s name may be made to Gaines Congregational Church, 14023 Ridge Rd. Albion, NY 14411, or to Hospice of Orleans, P.O. Box 489, Albion, NY 14411.