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Neil Alhart Obituary
Caledonia: On July 5, 2008, at age 73. Predeceased by his parents, Mae and Roy Alhart. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Ellen; son, Peter (Margaret); daughters, Anne (John) Austin, Elizabeth, Eileen, Maureen Alhart; Julie (Daryl) Wolf; grandchildren, Nicole Austin and Kaitlin and Kyle Alhart, Carl, Mitchell and Brian Wolf; sister, Mary (Robert) Oelwang; many nieces, nephews & cousins.
Neil was raised on his grandfather's farm in Webster. He graduated from Aquinas Institute in 1953, and went on to graduate from Simmons School of Mortuary Science, and became a funeral director. He moved to Caledonia in 1960 and established Alhart Funeral Home, which he operated until 1994, and remained active in the funeral business after his retirement. He also owned and operated The Furniture House in Avon until 1983. He was active in the Caledonia-Mumford communities. Caledonia is where he lived, worked and raised his family, and was glad to call it his home.
Friends may call Monday, 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the Alhart Funeral Home, 3068 W. Main St., Caledonia. His Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 11 AM at St. Columba Church, North St., Caledonia. Interment private, at St. Columba Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Lipson Cancer Center at Rochester General Hospital, 1425 Portland Ave., Rochester, NY 14621, or MacKay Wildlife Preserve, 3095 Main St., Caledonia, NY 14423.
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for Neil Alhart
Sue Kelly
July 12, 2008
To the Alhart family - I was so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My sympathies to you all. I have many wonderful memories of my teen years spent with Anne in the Alhart home. Take care of each other and hold on to all those wonderful memories of your dad.
Kim, Rick, Miranda & Dane DiMaria
July 10, 2008
Julie and family, we were so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Our heartfelt sympathy to you, your Mom, brother, sisters and families.
Alex Carroll
July 9, 2008
Our deepest condolences to the Alhart family.
Alex & Mary Carroll
Rosita Peters
July 8, 2008
My deepest sympathies to the Alhart family.
Rosita Peters
Laurie Ackerman
July 7, 2008
Dear Alhart family,
When I think about Caledonia-Mumford, I can't help but think of Mr. Alhart and the funeral home. It is a wonderful and comforting memory. Your family has always been a pillar in the community. Mr. Alhart will be very much missed. I am so sorry for your loss!
Bob (Hooks) and Diane Robertson and Family
July 7, 2008
Sorry to hear of the loss of Neil. He was a special person and a legend in the community. His sense of humor and kindness will never be forgotten. Our Deepest Sympathy,
Jacquelyn Dwyer
July 7, 2008
Dear Alhart Family c/o of Julie
We are so sorry to hear today of the loss of your Dad from Amy. We send our deepest regrets to you all.
He sounded like he was a wonderful man who made great contributions to his family, friends and community.
From the Dwyer Family
Chris Garnish
July 7, 2008
Our thoughts & prayers go out to the Alhart family. What an amazing man he was to raise such an incredible family that has always left an imprint on our hearts. God Bless all of you.
Love,
Chris, Jim, Ian & Theresa
Barbara Phelps
July 7, 2008
I will always remember Neil as a kind and generous man. He will be greatly missed.
Sheri and Mike Backus
July 7, 2008
Mr. Alhart was one of a kind. The community will miss you and your sense of humor immensely.
Cindy King
July 6, 2008
Our family would like to express our deepest sympathies. We will always remember Ann's dad for his kindness and generosity.
Tom, Cindy, Moira & Monica King
Rev Gerard HaFNER
July 6, 2008
I remember Neil from high school, and then again as I was pastor of
St. Columba's.
I will keep Neil, and all in the family in my prayers.
Fr. Jerry Hafner
Patrick Harrigan
July 6, 2008
It is with great saddness I learned of Mr. Alhart's passing. I spent the evening sharing stories of working with Mr. Alhart with my wife. all of them happy stories. To the family: my best wishes and prayers. Thank you Mr. alhart - you are one of a kind!!
Neil & Jack at Neils rest in Mackay Park
July 6, 2008
Barry & Sharyn Ganzhorn SR
July 6, 2008
We will miss you my brother
Barry and Sharyn Ganzhorn Sr
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