Obituary of Gerald Stevens

Gerald H. "Four Barrel" Stevens Olean, NY-- Gerald H. "Four Barrel" Stevens of Olean, formerly of Lewiston died Monday (February 20, 2012) in The Pines Health and Rehabilitation Center in Olean. Mr. Stevens was born August 4, 1934 in Las Vegas, Nevada and in 1975 in Lewiston he married Viola M. Rieckhoff Crisafulli who survives. He lived in many different areas of the country and was employed as an auto mechanic until his retirement. He enjoyed spending time conversing with friends, especially at the Burger King and McDonald's restaurants. He was also known by his CB handle "Four Barrel". Surviving besides his wife are his children Melissa Stevens of Olean, Valerie Puderbach-Sass of Flint, MI, Kenneth (Jessie) Puderbach of Birch Run, MI, Theresa Puderbach of Bancroft, MI; stepchildren Vito (Liz) Crisafulli, Jr. and Laurie Crisafulli, both of Niagara Falls; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; one brother Richard Puderbach of Las Vegas, NV; one sister Dorothy Hall of Las Vegas, NV and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and a daughter Cheryl Crisafulli. Friends are invited to a visitation today (February 22, 2012) from 1-3pm at the Casey, Halwig & Hartle Funeral Home 3128 W. State Rd. Olean. Cremation will follow with burial at the convenience of the family. Donations in Mr. Steven's memory may be directed to his wife Viola, C/O The Pines of Olean 2245 W. State St. Olean, NY 14760.