August O. ‘Augie-Skeeter’ Capron Jr.

LITTLE VALLEY — August O. “Augie-Skeeter” Capron Jr., 64, of Little Valley, passed away Wednesday (July 23, 2025) at Olean General Hospital.

He was born July 9, 1961, the son of the late August Capron Sr. and Marcella Wheaton Capron, who survives and resides in Little Valley.

Mr. Capron had been employed for years with Capron Logging of Little Valley.

He loved spending time with his grandchildren, friends and family and his woodworking, especially making his walking sticks. He was an avid NASCAR and racing fan — his favorite driver was Tony Stewart.

He was known for his love of gardening, baking, cooking, the great outdoors and fishing. He also was one of the Boys on the Hill.

Besides his mother he is survived by two sons, Lance (Holly) Capron of Salamanca and Leo (Abby) Capron of Limestone; and four daughters, Nichole (Kevin) Capron of Gowanda, Samantha Capron of Forestville, Twyla Capron of Salamanca and Leeora (Austin) White of Salamanca; and 10 grandchildren, Rene, Jason, Dorien, Autumn, Damien, William, Marcella, Kenai, Maisie and Benson; and a great-granddaughter, Paisley. Also surviving are three brothers, Timothy Capron of Little Valley, Richard (Brenda) Capron of Salamanca and Russell (Kathy) Capron of Otto; and two sisters, Lori (Paul) Bryant of Cattaraugus and Michelle (Doug) Pearson of Williamson; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his father, he was predeceased by a sister, Tammie Winship.

Friends may call from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday (July 28, 2025) at the Mentley Funeral Home Inc., 411 Rock City St. in Little Valley. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday (July 29, 2025) from the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to Bundle of Warmth, Rochester Street, Salamanca, NY 14779.