Charles S. Talbot

Husband, Grandpa, Friend

Charles S. Talbot, 74, of Salamanca, NY passed away Friday morning, July 25, 2025 at Buffalo General Hospital following a short illness.

Born September 14, 1950 in Salamanca, NY, he was the son of the late Earl H. Sr. and Betty Mighells Talbot. He was married November 22, 1974 in Leonardtown, MD to the former Sharon K. Giardini, who survives.

He was a graduate of Salamanca High School, Class of 1968, and worked as a laborer while attending the JCC Olean Campus and the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, where he earned his Bachelor’s Degree.

Chuck was a veteran of the United States Navy, serving from 1968 – 1972, receiving an honorable discharge.

After obtaining his Bachelor’s Degree, he worked as a Behavior Specialist and later worked for the Cattaraugus County Department of Social Services for over 25 years. His last position was as a Supervisor with Child Protective Services. He also taught Child Abuse and Maltreatment classes for Cattaraugus County at the JCC Olean Campus.

Chuck enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, who were his pride and joy. He also enjoyed reading, music, baking, and cooking. He volunteered for the Lions Clubs of Olean Portville and loved to help others. He was also a member of the American Legion Hughes-Skiba Post 535 and the American Legion Charles Harbel Post 892 in Allegany. He served as President of the Salamanca Youth Bureau and served on the Salamanca Police Commission.

He enjoyed every moment spent with his friends and family. He believed deeply in the giving of oneself and leaves a legacy of community service and involvement. He was a devoted member of the former St. Mary’s Episcopal Church. Chuck was a warm and compassionate man of faith, perhaps best known for his love of a good joke. His sense of humor and unfailingly optimistic outlook were contagious, while his kindness and generosity to all was inspiring. He leaves behind a following of loyal friends that span every age group. He will be most dearly missed by those loved ones who survive him.

Surviving besides his wife are: two sons, David (Betsy) Talbot, Allegany, NY and Damond (Maggie) Talbot, Leesburg, FL; four grandchildren, Dylan and Bryant of Allegany and Marieangelis and Jomar of Leesburg, FL; a brother, Joel (Diane) Talbot, Salamanca, NY; several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

He was predeceased by a sister, Mary Ellen Green, and a brother, Earl H. “Sonny” Talbot Jr.

Friends may call at the O’Rourke & O’Rourke Inc Funeral Home, 25 River Street, Salamanca, NY on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., at which time funeral services will be held with Rev. Rebecca Harris of St. John’s Episcopal Church, Kane, PA, officiating.

Full military honors will be conducted by members of the American Legion Hughes-Skiba Post 535 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars John F. Ahrens Post 5296.

Burial will be in Crawford Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to the Olean Lions Club, PO Box 2, Olean, NY 14760 or the Child Advocacy Center, 722 Main Street, Olean, NY 14760.

E-condolences can be sent to orourke.orourkefh@gmail.com or posted to facebook.com/onofh.