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Siegfried "Sig" A. Wuerslin

8/27/2019

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Siegfried (Sig) A. Wuerslin 1921-August 27, 2019 "Always the eternal optimist"
Sig was born to German Parents, Emil and Christine Wuerslin, in Bandung, Java on Nov. 14, 1921. His father, Emil, was an electrical engineer working for Siemens at the time of his birth. He had been sent to Java to work in the mountains servicing the turbines that drove the power to the tea plantations. During their tenure in Indonesia Sig's mother contracted malaria and in 1924 the family was sent back to Germany to live with relatives. Eventually they settled in Auggen, Germany where they remained until 1929 when they immigrated to the United States. Sig traveled with his family to the U.S. on the Hapsburg Lloyd and arrived at Ellis Island on Black Friday-October 29, 1929. Four years later his mother died and at 12 years old, Sig and his 2 younger brothers were sent to live in the Bethlehem Orphan Home on Staten Island, N.Y It was there he learned his many trades.
Sig was a WWII Veteran. In 1942 he enlisted in the Air Force. Sig survived 51 combat missions as the engineer and tale turret gunner on the B24 Liberator Bombers. He flew out of bases in the Mediterranean, Africa and Europe. Upon his return he taught electrical circuitry to pilots and engineers. After serving his country overseas for 3 years he was honorably discharged in 1945 and enrolled at Alfred Technical College. He completed his degree and in 1948 Sig married his college sweetheart who gave him 3 wonderful children.
Sig worked for General Electric in Syracuse, N.Y. for several years before moving to Skaneateles with his family. For 30 years he owned a business in downtown Skaneateles selling and repairing TVs. Sig retired at 70 and built his dream home in Amber, N.Y.-his " Bavarian Chalet."
Sig was an avid outdoor enthusiast. He was one of the original founding fathers of the Skaneateles Ski Hill which was established in 1959. He helped clear the land, engineer the original rope tow and build the first chalet. Sig and his family spent many years enjoying the ski hill as well as the many ski areas nearby. Not only was he a ski instructor at the hill but also at Song Mountain for 20 years. He was also a passionate tennis player until the age of 95.
Sig is survived by his three children; Linda (Momcilo), Peter (Cindy), and Ellisa (Randy). Three grandchildren: Peter and Kevin Eldred, and Brittany Fast (Chris), and three great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by two grandsons, Peter Hohn and Weston Eldred and one great grandchild, Austin Fast.
The family will have a private celebration of Sig's extraordinary life in the fall. Donations in Sig’s name can be made to the Weston D. Eldred Memorial Scholarship, CCC Foundation, 197 Franklin Street, Auburn, NY 13021.
Sig said he was ready to meet his next adventure....
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

 

 

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Evelyn L. Grinnell

8/22/2019

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Evelyn L. Grinnell, 87, of Skaneateles, passed away peacefully in her home on the morning of August 22, 2019 after a brief illness.
 She was born at home to the late Paul W. Lader and Viola C. Schaeffer Lader.  She grew up on the family farm and lived her whole life in Skaneateles, NY. She devoted her life to her husband of 67 years, her daughters, grandchildren and fur babies. She enjoyed caring for her beautiful gardens, watching the birds come to her bird feeders, and playing with her great grandson on their tablets. She loved to entertain family and friends for all occasions.
 Evelyn was predeceased by her brother Melvin Lader, sisters Gail Landers and Betty Burns. She is survived by her loving husband Francis R. Grinnell, her daughters Sharon and Kim Grinnell, her granddaughters Sierra and Kelsey (Ryan), grandson Dustin, great-grandson Ayden, and many nieces and nephews.
 Calling hours will be held Monday August 26th from 9am to 11am with a service immediately following at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, 49 Jordan St, Skaneateles, NY.  Burial will be in Lakeview Cemetery.


 

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Bernetta "Bernie" Wuerslin

8/19/2019

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Bernetta "Bernie" Wuerslin, 90, of Skaneateles passed away at home on August 19, 2019. Bernie was truly an amazing woman. Anyone who was fortunate to know her was left with a lasting impression of her extraordinary talent, artistic ability, wisdom, and gifted spirit.
        Bernetta was born and raised in Schenectady, NY. She was one of seven children raised in a family of florists during the Depression. Bernetta graduated from The School for American Craftsmen at Alfred University in 1948. Her area of expertise was ceramics. She helped to develop new and innovative glazes. In 1949, Bernetta married and moved to Skaneateles to raise her family. She always said her most cherished accomplishment was her three children; Linda, Peter and Lisa. Not only was she a dedicated mother, but a friend and confidant throughout their lives.
Her values were the strong foundation of their lives and those of their children.
      Bernie loved her property. She spent 68 years passionately and skillfully transforming an abandoned farm into a unique and beautiful homestead. Bernie hauled in local fieldstone and built numerous stone walled gardens in addition to the large stone fireplace, bathroom, and greenhouse on the inside. The old chicken coop was converted to a workshop and "The Shop" which hosted countless teenage parties and family gatherings throughout the years. She loved refinishing and reupholstering old furniture. Bernie spent countless hours sewing beautiful outfits. Her children were fortunate to always have handmade clothing.
      In 1971 Bernetta received her master’s in teaching and taught art at Lincoln School and Casey Park. She dedicated 25 years to the Auburn Enlarged City School District. Her tireless commitment and enthusiasm for original creativity and problem solving engaged all students to love art and learning. She always felt the arts and hands-on learning would open their hearts and minds.
          Bernie was a member of the Skaneateles Garden Club. She won numerous ribbons for her creative and talented arrangements. Bernie, along with her family, helped to build the Ski Club. She built the stone fireplace in the original chalet. Her talents were tireless and endless.
     Bernie is survived by her three children; Linda (Momcilo), Peter (Cindy), and Ellisa (Randy). Three grandchildren: Peter and Kevin Eldred, and Brittany Fast (Chris), and three great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two grandsons, Peter Hohn and Weston Eldred and one great grandchild, Austin Fast.
     The family will have a private celebration of Bernie's extraordinary life in the fall. She will be remembered as a hilarious and witty observer of life, a beautiful soul, a unique gift to all who crossed her path.
Donations in Bernie’s name can be made to the Weston D. Eldred Memorial Scholarship, CCC Foundation, 197 Franklin Street, Auburn, NY 13021
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

 
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Darwin C. Marks Jr.

8/16/2019

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Darwin C. Marks Jr., 93, passed away August 16th at the Commons at St. Anthony in Auburn. He was born August 11, 1926 in Yonkers, N.Y. During WWII, he served in the Marine Corps from 1943 – 1946. He was honorably discharged as a Corporal with rifle sharp shooter standing. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was employed a GE for 27 yrs. as a draftsman. Predeceased by his loving wife, Joanne, on December 31, 2001. He is survived by his son Darwin (Theresa) C. Marks III of Skaneateles, his daughter Sarah (Patrick) Gaffney of Rhinebeck, N.Y. and his sister, Joyce (Jim) Churchill of North Syracuse, N.Y. He has 5 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren.
Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 21st at 10am at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, Skaneateles. Darwin will be buried in Lake View Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to SAVES.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.

 

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George L. Scherrer Jr.

8/9/2019

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George L. Scherrer Jr., 88, of Skaneateles passed away peacefully at Upstate Community Hospital on August 9th. George attended Colgate University and served in the United States Navy before serving as president of JR Clancy Inc. until his retirement. George enjoyed hunting, fishing, golf, and spending time outdoors.
George is survived by his children Deborah L. Scherrer of Bethel CT, Andrew M. Scherrer of Cazenovia NY, and Thomas C. Scherrer of Skaneateles NY as well as his five grandchildren Tommy, Cregg, Scotty, Jacob and Joshua Scherrer. He is also survived by his sister Polly Nicholson of Rochester NY. George was predeceased by his sister Nancy Welch and beloved wife of 55 years Deborah J. Scherrer.
A private graveside service was held at St. Mary’s Cemetery, Skaneateles. Donations can be made to Francis House, 108 Michaels Ave., Syracuse NY 13208.
To send condolences, visit robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.


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Gerald R. Paul

8/6/2019

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Gerald R Paul, born July 6, 1927 after a legendarily reported ferris wheel ride by his mother on the 4th of July. He was the last surviving child of Chester and Marjorie (Davison) Paul, predeceased by siblings Carol, June, Robert, Roger and Nita. He is survived by his bride of 68 years, Patricia Pashley Paul, his three devoted daughters, Allyn Paul, Andrea (Mike) Schoeneman and Roxanne (Steve Cronmiller) Paul, and his six grandsons, Patrick and Joseph Schoeneman and Killian, Kelsey, Kole and Kristoffer Meehan.
Gerry grew up in Skaneateles, New York, and joined the Navy in 1945 (after his first attempt to join before his 18th birthday was thwarted). He traveled twice to China on a Navy ship and, upon his return, attended and graduated with a Master’s degree in engineering from Clarkson University in 1952.
He and Pat met on April 6, 1951 on the streets of Potsdam and were married in Big Moose Chapel in the Adirondacks four months later on August 25. They moved to Webster, NY and raised their daughters there before retiring to the house Gerry grew up in on Vinegar Hill in Skaneateles.
Gerry was an engineer through and through, building the house on Dickenson Road in Webster, a cottage on Skaneateles Lake and restoring the old farmhouse on Vinegar Hill. He never wanted for a “project” and was entirely interested in the process of each one.
He was a loving and generous father who took the family on adventures as much as possible - a car trip around Lake Ontario, frequent skiing in Vermont and Maine, camping, swimming, trips to Florida, Colorado and California, Europe and even Moscow.
Calling hours will be held on Saturday, August 10 from 2 to 4 p.m. at Robert D. Gray Funeral Home, 49 Jordan Street, Skaneateles, NY. The family will host a gathering following the calling hours at 4457 Vinegar Hill Road, Skaneateles, NY.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to the charity of your choice. The family wishes to thank Hospice of Central New York for their guidance and support.


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