Obituaries
October 20, 2026
Dorothy Washington
Dorothy Washington
HNSDALE — Dorothy Washington, 75, passed away at The Pines Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center in Olean, following a lengthy battle with cancer.
Dorothy was born July 8, 1951, at Olean General Hospital, to her parents, Oscar and Frances Dutton.
Dorothy worked in a variety of positions throughout her life serving people before retiring in 2023. Her most recent position as a teacher aide in the Olean City School District, working with children was her most gratifying.
Dorothy will always be remembered for her strength and kindness to people. Dorothy was an incredible mother of five boys, and she devoted her entire life caring and providing for them.
Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and the animals she raised.
She is survived by her husband, John Washington; her five sons, Danny (Maria) Brooks, Donnie (Lisa) Brooks, David Brooks, Douglas Brooks and Dustin Washington. She held a special place in her heart for her four grandchildren, Breanna, Kayla, Justine and Jason Brooks. Dorothy is also survived by her sisters, Marlene (Mike) and Darlene (John) Washington and Fran Butler; and brother, John Corson.
She was preceded by her parents, Oscar and Frances Dutton; sisters, Judy Hollamby and Janice Snyder; and brothers, Billy Corson and Harold Corson.
Family will receive friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday (Oct. 21, 2026) at Guenther Funeral Home, Olean, with burial to follow at Pleasant Valley Hill Cemetery.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Guenther Funeral Home Inc., 1303 E. State St., Olean.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.guentherfh.com.
