Wayne A. Ladlee

Wayne A. Ladlee obituary, Rew, NY

Wayne A. Ladlee

Wayne Ladlee Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc. - Smethport on Mar. 30, 2026.
Smethport - Wayne A. Ladlee, Sr., 62, of Rew, passed away Saturday (March 28, 2026) at Olean General Hospital, Olean, NY.

He was born June 10, 1963 in Bradford, the son of William, Sr. and Doris (Hackett) Ladlee. On December 16, 2001, in the Philippines, he married Editha Ganal, who survives.

Wayne was a graduate of Smethport Area High School and worked at Keystone Powdered Metals of Lewis Run, PA.

He enjoyed building things from scratch and doing woodworking projects.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by:

Two sons: Wayne Ladlee, Jr. of Rochester, NY and Kyle Ladlee of Smethport

Stepson: Hanz Ganal

One granddaughter: Willa Abbey

Two brothers: William M. Ladlee, Jr. of Smethport and Todd Ladlee, Sr. of Mt. Jewett

Nephews: Ross Ladlee, Todd Ladlee, Jr., William Ladlee, III and Joshua Ladlee

Nieces: Laquietta Ladlee and Nickie Ladlee

In addition to his parents, Wayne was preceded in death by a sister, Kim E. Ladlee.

In keeping with Wayne's wishes, there will be no visitation. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Memorials, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.

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