June Eileen Timer

TIMER, JUNE EILEEN, 70 - of Guilderland, NY, passed away at her home on Monday, September 9, 2008. Surrounded by her loving sister and friends, after a long illness. June was born in Philadelphia, PA on July 9, 1938. As a child, she lived in Atlanta, GA, Northeast Philadelphia, and Wood-Ridge, NJ. Her Secondary schooling was concluded at Herricks Junior High and Meneola High School on Long Island. June was employed by the New York Telephone Company in Queens, NY and Menands, NY for 29 years, retiring as a manager in the revenue accounting department. She was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. Throughout her life, June enjoyed and excelled in sports. As a 5th grader in Wood-Ridge, NJ. June was a runner up in the state marble championship for her age group. Her athletic abilities in high school were outstanding. After graduating, June continued to play volleyball, field hockey and softball. She also distinguished herself as a member of the National Ski Patrol at High Point Ski Resort. In bowling, June enjoyed a 200 average and competed in several state bowling tournaments. She was a member of the Wednesday Morning Bowling League at the Town and Country Lanes in Guilderland. June moved to Guilderland in 1968 and made many wonderful friends. She will be remembered for her kindness, sense of humor and love of her family. She is survived by her father, Albert Timer of Wildwood Crest, NJ and her sister, A. Mae Timer of Guilderland. June was predeceased by her younger sister, Virginia Timer and her loving mother, Mae Timer and her dear friend Ann Middleton. Special thanks to Community Hospice of Albany County for their care, compassion and support in providing June with wonderful care. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend her viewing Saturday at 10:00 a.m. at The First United Methodist Church (Atlantic Avenue & Fern Road Wildwood Crest) followed by her Christian burial service 11:00 a.m. INT. The First Presbyterian Cemetery Cold Spring. In Lieu of flowers donation may be made in June memory to the Community Hospice of Albany County, 445 New Karner Road , Albany, NY 12205. Arrangements by Petner Funeral Home.