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OLEAN - Dorothy J. Higby passed away Saturday (Nov. 8, 2025) at the Cuba Skilled Nursing Facility, with loving family by her side.
Dorothy was born in Hornell on May 7, 1930, the daughter of Claude and Genevieve Woodard. On Dec. 15, 1973, in Westons Mills, she married Raymond F. Higby Sr., who predeceased her March 8, 2013.
A 1949 graduate of Hornell High School, after moving to the area, she went to work for the Olean Times Herald.
She enjoyed polka, square dancing and crocheting.
Dorothy is survived by her children, Jane (Jack) Sweatland of Bradford, Pa., Scott Harris of Bradford and Honor (David) Fries of Cuba; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren; and a brother, Gerald (Janet) Woodard of Ballston Spa.
She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond Sr.; her parents, Claude and Genevieve; infant son and daughter, Phillip D. Harris and Victoria L. Harris; and siblings, Claude R. Woodard, Ann Crippen and Harold Woodard.
A graveside service will be held for Dorothy at 11 a.m. Friday (Nov. 14, 2025) at Allegany Cemetery.
Memorials, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor's choosing.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Guenther Funeral Home, Inc., 1303 E. State St., Olean.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.guentherfh.com.
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Chris Webb
November 14, 2025
Just found about this today. I am burdened with sorrow that I did not attend the ceremony. Aunt Dorothy was always a true friend and such a joy to have conversations with. She treated my uncle with such respect and loved him dearly. I have great memories of them coming to not just planned family gatherings put just popping in any saying hello. I have great videos of Dorothy at thanksgiving with all my grandchildren with my uncle. I will miss her. God bless her.
Patty (Sterling) Shaffer
November 12, 2025
Honor..so sorry to hear about your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Walton
November 11, 2025
Aunt Dorothy took me to a movie when I was little and bought me a clown. Had my first ride in a taxi with her.
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