HERKIMER-Jean L. Wolfe, 93, passed away on Thursdayafternoon September 19, 2019 at Bassett Medical Center, Cooperstown, with the support and comfort of her loving family at her side. Jean was born on July 21, 1926 in Ilion, daughter of the late Merl R. and Esther Waldo Lyon. A lifelong area resident, she was raised in Ilion and was salutatorian of Ilion High School class of 1944. She continued her education atGeneseo State Teachers College, graduating in 1948. Jean was the first person to hold the position of librarian at Mohawk Valley Technical Institute (MVCC), where she met her future husband. On September 18, 1954 she was united in marriage to William G. Wolfe Jr., of Utica, in the Ilion United Methodist Church. They made their home in Herkimer in 1956, where Jean continued to live until her passing. After 57 years of a devoted union, Mr. Wolfe preceded her in death on November 10, 2011. Over the course of her career, Mrs. Wolfe held positions in the Ilion Public Library and as an elementary teacher and librarian in the Herkimer school system, retiring in 1985. Jean was a member of the Herkimer/Little Falls United Methodist Church, where she served as church librarian for many years. Camping and reading were among her favorite activities. Having a special interest in crafts, she was a long time member of the Ilion Piecemakers Quilt Guild. She enjoyed traveling, especially to Myrtle Beach, the Saint Lawrence, andthe Adirondacks. To all who knew her, she was a kind, caring,and generous lady. Always willing to help others while looking for nothing in return, she will be greatly missed by her many friends and family. Surviving are her three daughters: Carolyn Wolfe (Robert Blank) of Bernardsville, NJ, Susan Wolfe of Voorheesville, Barbara (Thomas) Clarke of Churchville; one sister, Doris M. Lyon of Ilion; three cherished grandchildren, Alex (Shannon) Clarke, Evan Clarke (Caroline Zink), and Audrey Clarke; and several cousins. Calling hours will take place Sunday afternoon 3:00 until 5:00 pm in Fenner Funeral Home, Inc., 115 Court Street, Herkimer. A funeral service will be held on Monday at 11:00 am in the funeral home with Reverend Joelle Faulks, pastor of the First United Methodist Church of Herkimer/Little Falls officiating. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery. Expressions of sympathy may be made with donations to the First United Methodist Church of Herkimer Memorial Fund. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. The family wishes to thank the professionals in the Bassett Healthcare Network for their care, comfort, and compassion during Jean's health challenges. Calling Hours

Sunday, September 22, 2019 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Fenner Funeral Home Inc. 115 Court St. Herkimer, New York 13350 Funeral Service

Monday, September 23, 2019 11:00 AM

Fenner Funeral Home Inc. 115 Court St. Herkimer, New York 13350