Gary Delehanty obituary: Gary Delehanty's Obituary, Rochester
In Memory Of
Gary W. Delehanty
1942 - 2017
In Memory Of
Gary W. Delehanty
1942 - 2017
Rochester: Passed Saturday, November 18, 2017 at age 75. Predeceased by his parents, Bill and Mary Ellen Delehanty.
He is survived by his wife, Deanne (Czebatol); sons, Brad, Todd, Aaron (Laura); 5 grandchildren; sisters, Diane Grammatico (Lou), Sandra Pisaturo; sisters-in-law, Marion Czebatol, Joanne Rzendzian; many nieces, nephews, cousins and RIT + 1 Wine Buddies.
Gary was a loving husband, father, papa, brother and uncle. He was admired and loved by all. He enjoyed golf, piano, travel and sharing a glass of wine with friends.
A Celebration of his Life will be held 1:30 PM Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 199 Hidden Valley Rd., Rochester, NY 14624 followed by a reception 2:30 PM-4:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations Gary's memory may be made to the Parkinsons Foundation, any animal shelter or an agency helping immigrants.
It is difficult to capture the essence of a man in a few words. There is so much more to Gary than just stating his profession and knowing he was a great husband and dad. It was his character and demeanor that endeared him to all who knew him. He is described by many as kind, patient, gentle, caring . positive and fun loving. That’s how he approached life and that’s how he raised his sons and treated his family, friends and clients.
Gary was admired for his athletic skills as a football player, swimmer, diver and especially as a golfer. He was passionate about golf, playing as often as he could, hitting drives that amazed those who played with him. He was happiest on a golf course. He also loved the piano which both relaxed him and gave us much pleasure hearing him play. When Parkinson’s stiffened his fingers he could no longer play golf or the piano. Having a perfect pitch he refused to hear wrong notes so he would not play. Gary was very emotional when he heard a beautiful voice or a touching story of someone’s selflessness. He would fill with tears which he tried to hide from me but wasn’t successful. I loved him even more for that quality.
He showed the same emotion when he watched his sons graduate from college. His pride in them was boundless. We became huge Buckeye Football fans since all our sons graduated from that University. Gary loved camping, weekend getaways, travel, watching his sons play sports, visiting ballparks that were within a 6 hour drive and weekends at Keuka Lake especially when all the Delehanty’s were there.
Gary loved to cook and would collect recipe books looking for that one good recipe. He enjoyed wine tastings especially those regular dinner and tastings with his RIT plus 1 group of dear friends.
Travel in Europe with our close friends, Carolyn and Ed Maruggi, became adventures we could not have enough of. With and without them we visited 10 countries and many cities within. We loved visiting National Parks and riding a donkey to the bottom of the Grand Canyon was a highlight. We traveled to many states as well. Gary loved planning trips and would spend hours putting everything in place. Taking our sons, wives and grandchildren on vacation with us provided wonderful family memories.
Gary was well loved by the Lao Buddhist community whom he served as their attorney. The community embraced him as Mr. Gary and sought his advice. He was given the unique honor of being the first person to enter their newly constructed Temple; he was humbled by this gesture. Gary also represented some of the Muslim community serving them well. His many clients found him to be fair and thorough representing them with integrity.
And so this gentle, loving man left us way too soon but he left his mark on us. When he could no longer live a normal life because of all the medical issues he endured, he never complained or thought poor me. Instead he accepted what he was given and looked at it as a new adventure in his life. Even when he knew he was dying he spelled out that very thought.
Gary gave us another gift of himself…..acceptance. How lucky we all are to have known and loved him. He will remain in our hearts forever and we know he is watching over us and loving us from afar. He will be missed by all of us.
He is survived by his wife, Deanne (Czebatol); sons, Brad, Todd, Aaron (Laura); 5 grandchildren; sisters, Diane Grammatico (Lou), Sandra Pisaturo; sisters-in-law, Marion Czebatol, Joanne Rzendzian; many nieces, nephews, cousins and RIT + 1 Wine Buddies.
Gary was a loving husband, father, papa, brother and uncle. He was admired and loved by all. He enjoyed golf, piano, travel and sharing a glass of wine with friends.
A Celebration of his Life will be held 1:30 PM Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 199 Hidden Valley Rd., Rochester, NY 14624 followed by a reception 2:30 PM-4:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations Gary's memory may be made to the Parkinsons Foundation, any animal shelter or an agency helping immigrants.
It is difficult to capture the essence of a man in a few words. There is so much more to Gary than just stating his profession and knowing he was a great husband and dad. It was his character and demeanor that endeared him to all who knew him. He is described by many as kind, patient, gentle, caring . positive and fun loving. That’s how he approached life and that’s how he raised his sons and treated his family, friends and clients.
Gary was admired for his athletic skills as a football player, swimmer, diver and especially as a golfer. He was passionate about golf, playing as often as he could, hitting drives that amazed those who played with him. He was happiest on a golf course. He also loved the piano which both relaxed him and gave us much pleasure hearing him play. When Parkinson’s stiffened his fingers he could no longer play golf or the piano. Having a perfect pitch he refused to hear wrong notes so he would not play. Gary was very emotional when he heard a beautiful voice or a touching story of someone’s selflessness. He would fill with tears which he tried to hide from me but wasn’t successful. I loved him even more for that quality.
He showed the same emotion when he watched his sons graduate from college. His pride in them was boundless. We became huge Buckeye Football fans since all our sons graduated from that University. Gary loved camping, weekend getaways, travel, watching his sons play sports, visiting ballparks that were within a 6 hour drive and weekends at Keuka Lake especially when all the Delehanty’s were there.
Gary loved to cook and would collect recipe books looking for that one good recipe. He enjoyed wine tastings especially those regular dinner and tastings with his RIT plus 1 group of dear friends.
Travel in Europe with our close friends, Carolyn and Ed Maruggi, became adventures we could not have enough of. With and without them we visited 10 countries and many cities within. We loved visiting National Parks and riding a donkey to the bottom of the Grand Canyon was a highlight. We traveled to many states as well. Gary loved planning trips and would spend hours putting everything in place. Taking our sons, wives and grandchildren on vacation with us provided wonderful family memories.
Gary was well loved by the Lao Buddhist community whom he served as their attorney. The community embraced him as Mr. Gary and sought his advice. He was given the unique honor of being the first person to enter their newly constructed Temple; he was humbled by this gesture. Gary also represented some of the Muslim community serving them well. His many clients found him to be fair and thorough representing them with integrity.
And so this gentle, loving man left us way too soon but he left his mark on us. When he could no longer live a normal life because of all the medical issues he endured, he never complained or thought poor me. Instead he accepted what he was given and looked at it as a new adventure in his life. Even when he knew he was dying he spelled out that very thought.
Gary gave us another gift of himself…..acceptance. How lucky we all are to have known and loved him. He will remain in our hearts forever and we know he is watching over us and loving us from afar. He will be missed by all of us.
Rochester: Passed Saturday, November 18, 2017 at age 75. Predeceased by his parents, Bill and Mary Ellen Delehanty.
He is survived by his wife, Deanne (Czebatol); sons, Brad, Todd, Aaron (Laura); 5 grandchildren; sisters, Diane Grammatico (Lou), Sandra Pisaturo; sisters-in-law, Marion Czebatol, Joanne Rzendzian; many nieces, nephews, cousins and RIT + 1 Wine Buddies.
Gary was a loving husband, father, papa, brother and uncle. He was admired and loved by all. He enjoyed golf, piano, travel and sharing a glass of wine with friends.
A Celebration of his Life will be held 1:30 PM Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 199 Hidden Valley Rd., Rochester, NY 14624 followed by a reception 2:30 PM-4:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations Gary's memory may be made to the Parkinsons Foundation, any animal shelter or an agency helping immigrants.
It is difficult to capture the essence of a man in a few words. There is so much more to Gary than just stating his profession and knowing he was a great husband and dad. It was his character and demeanor that endeared him to all who knew him. He is described by many as kind, patient, gentle, caring . positive and fun loving. That’s how he approached life and that’s how he raised his sons and treated his family, friends and clients.
Gary was admired for his athletic skills as a football player, swimmer, diver and especially as a golfer. He was passionate about golf, playing as often as he could, hitting drives that amazed those who played with him. He was happiest on a golf course. He also loved the piano which both relaxed him and gave us much pleasure hearing him play. When Parkinson’s stiffened his fingers he could no longer play golf or the piano. Having a perfect pitch he refused to hear wrong notes so he would not play. Gary was very emotional when he heard a beautiful voice or a touching story of someone’s selflessness. He would fill with tears which he tried to hide from me but wasn’t successful. I loved him even more for that quality.
He showed the same emotion when he watched his sons graduate from college. His pride in them was boundless. We became huge Buckeye Football fans since all our sons graduated from that University. Gary loved camping, weekend getaways, travel, watching his sons play sports, visiting ballparks that were within a 6 hour drive and weekends at Keuka Lake especially when all the Delehanty’s were there.
Gary loved to cook and would collect recipe books looking for that one good recipe. He enjoyed wine tastings especially those regular dinner and tastings with his RIT plus 1 group of dear friends.
Travel in Europe with our close friends, Carolyn and Ed Maruggi, became adventures we could not have enough of. With and without them we visited 10 countries and many cities within. We loved visiting National Parks and riding a donkey to the bottom of the Grand Canyon was a highlight. We traveled to many states as well. Gary loved planning trips and would spend hours putting everything in place. Taking our sons, wives and grandchildren on vacation with us provided wonderful family memories.
Gary was well loved by the Lao Buddhist community whom he served as their attorney. The community embraced him as Mr. Gary and sought his advice. He was given the unique honor of being the first person to enter their newly constructed Temple; he was humbled by this gesture. Gary also represented some of the Muslim community serving them well. His many clients found him to be fair and thorough representing them with integrity.
And so this gentle, loving man left us way too soon but he left his mark on us. When he could no longer live a normal life because of all the medical issues he endured, he never complained or thought poor me. Instead he accepted what he was given and looked at it as a new adventure in his life. Even when he knew he was dying he spelled out that very thought.
Gary gave us another gift of himself…..acceptance. How lucky we all are to have known and loved him. He will remain in our hearts forever and we know he is watching over us and loving us from afar. He will be missed by all of us.
He is survived by his wife, Deanne (Czebatol); sons, Brad, Todd, Aaron (Laura); 5 grandchildren; sisters, Diane Grammatico (Lou), Sandra Pisaturo; sisters-in-law, Marion Czebatol, Joanne Rzendzian; many nieces, nephews, cousins and RIT + 1 Wine Buddies.
Gary was a loving husband, father, papa, brother and uncle. He was admired and loved by all. He enjoyed golf, piano, travel and sharing a glass of wine with friends.
A Celebration of his Life will be held 1:30 PM Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 199 Hidden Valley Rd., Rochester, NY 14624 followed by a reception 2:30 PM-4:30 PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations Gary's memory may be made to the Parkinsons Foundation, any animal shelter or an agency helping immigrants.
It is difficult to capture the essence of a man in a few words. There is so much more to Gary than just stating his profession and knowing he was a great husband and dad. It was his character and demeanor that endeared him to all who knew him. He is described by many as kind, patient, gentle, caring . positive and fun loving. That’s how he approached life and that’s how he raised his sons and treated his family, friends and clients.
Gary was admired for his athletic skills as a football player, swimmer, diver and especially as a golfer. He was passionate about golf, playing as often as he could, hitting drives that amazed those who played with him. He was happiest on a golf course. He also loved the piano which both relaxed him and gave us much pleasure hearing him play. When Parkinson’s stiffened his fingers he could no longer play golf or the piano. Having a perfect pitch he refused to hear wrong notes so he would not play. Gary was very emotional when he heard a beautiful voice or a touching story of someone’s selflessness. He would fill with tears which he tried to hide from me but wasn’t successful. I loved him even more for that quality.
He showed the same emotion when he watched his sons graduate from college. His pride in them was boundless. We became huge Buckeye Football fans since all our sons graduated from that University. Gary loved camping, weekend getaways, travel, watching his sons play sports, visiting ballparks that were within a 6 hour drive and weekends at Keuka Lake especially when all the Delehanty’s were there.
Gary loved to cook and would collect recipe books looking for that one good recipe. He enjoyed wine tastings especially those regular dinner and tastings with his RIT plus 1 group of dear friends.
Travel in Europe with our close friends, Carolyn and Ed Maruggi, became adventures we could not have enough of. With and without them we visited 10 countries and many cities within. We loved visiting National Parks and riding a donkey to the bottom of the Grand Canyon was a highlight. We traveled to many states as well. Gary loved planning trips and would spend hours putting everything in place. Taking our sons, wives and grandchildren on vacation with us provided wonderful family memories.
Gary was well loved by the Lao Buddhist community whom he served as their attorney. The community embraced him as Mr. Gary and sought his advice. He was given the unique honor of being the first person to enter their newly constructed Temple; he was humbled by this gesture. Gary also represented some of the Muslim community serving them well. His many clients found him to be fair and thorough representing them with integrity.
And so this gentle, loving man left us way too soon but he left his mark on us. When he could no longer live a normal life because of all the medical issues he endured, he never complained or thought poor me. Instead he accepted what he was given and looked at it as a new adventure in his life. Even when he knew he was dying he spelled out that very thought.
Gary gave us another gift of himself…..acceptance. How lucky we all are to have known and loved him. He will remain in our hearts forever and we know he is watching over us and loving us from afar. He will be missed by all of us.
Services & Gatherings
Service
Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 1:30pm
199 Hidden Valley Rd., Rochester, NY 14624
Eastside Location (585-288-2880) is assisting the family
Eastside Location (585-288-2880) is assisting the family