Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
John H. Neumann
About
John Neumann Obituary
OLEAN - John H. Neumann, 86, of 6104 Cherry St. Zephyrhills, Fla., and 138 E Riverside Drive in Olean, passed away Saturday (Oct. 4, 2025) at Advent Health Wesley Chapel Hospital, following complications from pneumonia.
John was born June 6, 1939, in Brooklyn, and was the son of Adolph H. Neumann and Amalia Junger Neumann of Morristown. On April 12, 1975, at Notre Dame in Ogdensburg, he married Loretta Seeley, who survives.
John was a 1957 graduate of Morristown Central School and a 1963 graduate of Clarkson University in Potsdam, where he studied and got his degree in mechanical engineering.
He worked at Carrier Corporation in Syracuse and Ingersoll Rand in Phillipsburg, N.J. In 1987, he transferred to Western New York, where he worked at Dresser Rand in Olean. He retired after 30 years of service in 2002.
In 1981, John became a private pilot and enjoyed piloting single-engine planes in his spare time. He was also an avid sports fan.
John was a family man; he enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren grow up by attending their sports events, dance recitals and after school activities. He and his children enjoyed the outdoors, often riding bikes, taking family walks, playing in the yard and many family vacations.
Surviving John besides his wife, Loretta of 50 years, are four daughters, Jamie L. (Roy) Sullivan of Mt. Juliet, Tenn., Jennifer L. (Raymond) Pease of Olean, Jessica G. (Richard) Sullivan of Watertown, Tenn. and Kimberly B. Minton of Olean; 10 grandchildren, Ross Sullivan, Riley Sullivan, Abigail Pease, Audrey Pease, Tristan Pease, Sebastian Sullivan, Elijah Sullivan, Emily Minton, Jennifer LaBarge and Adam Ray; two great-grandchildren, Maverick Neamon,and Alayna Bergevin; and three nephews, Edward Madill, Scott Madill and Matthew Madill, all of Ogdensburg.
John was pre-deceased by his parents, Adolph and Amalia Neumann; and his sister, Louise Madill of Ogdensburg.
A Celebration of Life and graveside services will be held in Ogdensburg at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Notre Dame Catholic Church, 125 Ford Ave., Ogdensburg, NY 13669.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for John Neumann
1 Entry
Marcia Jordan
Yesterday
I remember Mr.Neumann back when our daughters were cheerleaders for South Olean Youth Football He was a kind and gentle man.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in John Neumann's name
Memorial Events
for John Neumann
How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor John Neumann's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
