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1953
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2019
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Martin Torrey Obituary
Born June 21, 1953, in Olean, N.Y., he was the son of Wayne and Thelma Smith Torrey. On April 20, 1991, in Olean, he married the former Marilyn Granger. Mrs. Torrey survives.
Marty was a graduate of Bolivar (N.Y.) Central School, Class of 1971. Marty was employed by Admiral Security Services in Tampa as director of security services.
He was a former member of Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 616 Olean, Olean Elks Lodge 491, Bolivar Lions Club, Kenyon Andrus Post 772 American Legion Bolivar and the Bolivar Fire Dept.
Marty was an avid Buffalo Bills and Penn State football fan. He was a devoted New York Yankees fan.
Surviving, in addition to his wife, are his father, Wayne (Barbara Thomas) Torrey of Zephyrhills; five children, Macy (Sue) Torrey of Dade City, Mindi (Valerie) Torrey of East Lansing, Mich., William (Crystal) Torrey of Portville, N.Y., Kasey Torrey of Augusta, Ga., and Carrie Fidurko of Zephyrhills; nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; three brothers, Bob (Brenda) Torrey and Jody (Chris) Torrey, both of Wellsville, N.Y., and Randy (Debbie) Torrey of Zephyrhills; one sister, Candy (John) Childs of West Palm Beach; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Thelma Torrey on Sept. 14, 2009; and a nephew, Michael Torrey on Oct. 31, 2009.
Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday (Sept. 26, 2019) at the Schaffner Funeral Home Inc., Bolivar. Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday (Sept. 27, 2019) at the Bowler Memorial Cemetery, Little Genesee, N.Y. Rev. David Herne of the Heritage AFlame Ministries will officiate.
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Sponsored by Mark F. Rinker Funeral Home & Memorial Service, Inc. - Bolivar.
Cindy Lou
October 6, 2021
Oh guys Im so sorry to hear about this. I wish I ccould have made it but as you know Daan and I have been overseas and it hasn't been pretty. We has a 3hr layover in Paris last Tues and oh I'm so sorry we cound't get there in time. I just wish the Doc had made it on time and we may all have ggotten to hear Marty's jubilent laughter once more.
Olga Ferber
September 27, 2019
Candy, so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Rich Matheny
September 26, 2019
Lots of wonderful memories with Marty. The Matheny family sends our love and condolences. God Bless you Mr. Torrey, Marty,Randy, Bob, Jody and Candy.
Jimmy Blake
September 25, 2019
So very sorry to hear of Marty's passing. Hang on to good memories to ease your sense of loss.
Love & Prayers
Jimmy and Robin
Nelva Alvarado
September 25, 2019
Mrs.Candy, Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow... but wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart, Please accept my deepest condolences for you and your family's loss... with Love, Ms. Alvarado
September 25, 2019
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Marc and Adriana Carbone
Margie Goodemote
September 25, 2019
Marilyn, so very sorry about Marty. He was a great guy and wonderful friend, #1! So many fun memories from the Club. He will be greatly missed. Love, Margie
Mark & Darla Freaney
September 25, 2019
Our deepest sympathy Marilyn and the family. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
September 24, 2019
Mindi, you and your loved ones are in my thoughts. I wish you healing and peace. Much Love, Lori
Logan Rees
September 24, 2019
My deepest condolences to ALL family and friends! Marty was a great guy who will be deeply missed!
Deb Thrash
September 24, 2019
Candy I am so sorry about the loss of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time.
Marcy Monahan Geisz
September 24, 2019
So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the Torrey family. Marty was a great guy! He will be missed.
Don Pinney
September 23, 2019
To the Torrey Family,
My deepest sympathy to you. So sorry for your loss. Marty was a great classmate and teammate at Bolivar, Class of 71.
Jan Baldwin
September 23, 2019
Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss! Bob & Jan Baldwin & family
Ellen Reesher
September 23, 2019
Thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
September 23, 2019
Bob & Barb, we are so very sorry to hear about Marty, our most sincere condolences for your loss.
Jim & Peg Smith
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