The Nelson R. Olney Sr. Family of Woodgate & Utica, New York

Standing: Nelson Ray, Jr.(1st son), Richard Lee(3rd son), Robert Charles (2nd son).

Seated: Nelson Ray, Sr., Linda Jean (youngest daughter), Ella Lillian (Olney), Marilyn (oldest daughter), Donald Herbert (4th son).

This photo was taken in Utica at the Sunset Ave residence in the parlor. The year is 1948-1951.

At one time, Nelson Olney had the largest farm in Woodgate, New York. People came from near and far for a bushel basket of his potatoes.

Presently, as of this date (August 21, 2008) only Nels Jr., Robert Sr., Marilyn(Palaski), and Donald, Sr., are living.