Joseph C. Callahan 84, passed away Thursday Aug. 6, 2026 at the Maple City Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Hornell.

Joe was born in Hornell December 25, 1941, the son of John J. and Helen Flohr Callahan. He was a graduate of Canisteo Central School and had proudly served his country as a member of the United States Air Force from 1959 until 1963.

Joe received his Masters Degree in Psychology, and was employed in several locations throughout the country. He returned to Hornell in his later years.

He was predeceased by his parents.

Surviving are 3 sons, Richard Callahan, Jon Callahan, and Stephen Callahan, his sister, Joan Coleman of Hornell, and his brother, Michael Callahan of Liverpool, New York.

A graveside committal service with Military Honors was held on Thursday (Aug. 20, 2026) at St. Mary's Cemetery, Town of Fremont. Deacon Robert McCormnick officiated.

The family was assisted by Bender-Brown & Powers Funeral Home of Hornell.