| Date of Birth | June 24, 1939 |
| Passed Away | September 2, 2010 |
| Place of Residence | Hornell |
| Home State | NY |
| Service Time | Private Service |
| Interment Location | Woodlawn Cemetery |
RONA B. KINBACK
HORNELL-Rona B. Kinback, 71, of William St., passed away, with her loving children by her side, late Thursday afternoon at McAuley Manor in North Hornell, after a brief illness.
Born in High Wycombe, England on June 24, 1939, she was a daughter of the late Ronald and Dorothy Wennington Burnard. In 1963 she was married to Carl S. Kinback, Jr., who predeceased her in 1974.
A resident of Hornell since 1947, Rona graduated from Hornell High School with the class of 1957.
Throughout the years she was employed as a secretary for several area businesses including the former M-K Corp. and for Dr. Spencer Annabel’s office and as a teller for Steuben Trust Company and Maple City Savings Bank in Hornell.
She was a member of Our Lady of the Valley Parish and was a communicant of St. Ann’s Church in Hornell where she also sang with the Resurrection choir. She was also a member of the Hornell Moose Lodge No. 210 and the Hornell Elks Lodge No. 364 as well as serving as a volunteer at the Aquinas Gift Shop at St. James Mercy Hospital in Hornell.
Rona dearly loved her family and was very fond of animals, especially dogs. She also enjoyed doing yard work around her home. She was well known for her beautiful smile.
Her family includes her daughter, Lisa-Beth (Dan) Galatio of North Hornell; her son, John Kinback of Hornell; her grandson, John “Jack” Galatio of North Hornell; her sister, Jenny Morey of Arkport; her brother, Thomas (Barb) Burnard of Alfred; also her nieces, nephews and cousins.
To honor her wishes there will be no calling hours. A private graveside committal service will take place in her memory at Woodlawn Cemetery, Canisteo at the convenience of her family.
Those wishing may contribute in her memory to the building fund of the Hornell Area Family YMCA, 12 Center St., Hornell, NY 14843.
Arrangements are with the Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc., 285 Main St., Hornell.
I was so sad to here the passing of your mother. I loved working with her at MCS. She was so caring, friendly, and of course always smiling to everyone that she knew and saw. Although I haven’t seen her with in the past year, I still was able to send her pictures of my girls with little notes. She always made my day when she would reply back. you know there was a smile even in her notes. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you at this time.
To Rona’s family. My condolences to you from a former class of 1957 friend. We were in commercial club and choir together. May all your memories bring you peace and comfort.
Sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Since I am a North Hornell native and grew living close to The Kinbacks. I will never forget the friendliness nature of Mrs. Kinback, her smile and acts of kindness will never be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
So many memories to relive…they make me smile. You always cared about the underdog and helped whenever you could. You always wanted things to be right when the world seemed to be wrong. You taught me to rely on my Faith…how wise you are. Now you are free to fly with angels. Free from suffering and the world’s way. Bask in God’s love..you lived your life well. I love you and miss you.
Rona ( Mom) was an awesome person, Mother and friend.. I will miss her smiles and happy personality very much soooo…You will be sadly missed I will remember all the wonderful memories i had with you,Lisa, and Johnny ( and Mr. Kinback when we were young)..
I was very saddened to read of the loss of Rona. She was sweet, thoughtful, funny and caring. I have many nice memories of her and always enjoyed popping in for a chat. We shared a love of magnolia trees and gardening. I know she will be greatly missed.
To Rona’s family. June & I were devastated by the sad news of Rona’s demise. Sadly, living over here in England, we never had the opportunity of actually meeting her. However, we rapidly learned, via e-mails, phone conversations and photos, what a lovely person she was, with a wonderful sense of humour, and a deep appreciation of the good things in life. Rest in Peace dear Rona, we miss you so much
Rona was a very special person from the day I first met her when she started school in Canisteo. We shared many good times growing up and I so enjoyed her whenever I saw her during adult years. Her smile never left and she leaves our world a richer place because of her time here. Blessings on her family, and God’s peace now and in days ahead.