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C. Darrell Conley, 81, of 3670 Cottons Road, Canastota, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, at University Hospital, Syracuse, after suffering a stroke at home last week. He was born on August 6, 1932, in Canastota, the son of Clarence E. and Gertrude Johnson Conley. Darrell lived in Canastota all of his life, graduating from Canastota High School. He later graduated from Dean Academy in Franklin, MA, and attended Colgate University and Syracuse University. He played football at both Dean Academy and Colgate. After college, he entered the family business, Westlake Manufacturing Corp. in Canastota, where he worked with his father, and later owned and operated the business for many years. Following retirement, he worked as a Toll Collector for the NYS Thruway. He was a Korean War veteran, serving overseas in Germany as a radio operator with the U.S. Army. Darrell was a member of the Canastota Lions Club, and the Canastota Rotary Club, serving as president for one term. He was also a member of Kanon Valley Country Club. He adored spending time with his two daughters and three grandchildren. Darrell enjoyed running, fishing, golfing, football, playing horseshoes, cooking, and the company of good friends. Darrell married the beautiful Lois A. Davie on July 4, 1957, in Canastota. Lois passed away on August 7, 2007.
Survivors: two daughters and a son-in-law, Kirsten and Petit Jean Goodman of Fayetteville, and H. Erin Nelson of Lenox, MA, and her fiance, Anthony DiLeva of Schenectady; three grandchildren, John-Philip C. Goodman, Meghan R. Nelson, and Shannon M. Nelson; cousins, Douglas Johnson of Oneida, and Carlton and Jacqueline Johnson of Portsmouth, RI, Lois' siblings, Mary Mero of Oneida, and Ralph and Carole Davie of Kiawah, SC; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Services: noon, Tuesday, October 22, 2013, at the J. Homer Ball Funeral Home, Inc., Canastota. The Rev. Donna Chapman will officiate. Burial: Lenox Rural Cemetery, Canastota. Calling Hours: Monday from 4 to 7 p.m. at the funeral home, 201 James Street, Canastota.
Contributions: Canastota Canal Town Museum, (to be used for a special project in his name), 110 Canal Street, Canastota, NY 13032.
J. Homer Ball
Funeral Home, Inc.
Canastota 697-2294
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Dear Kirsten,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I know this is a difficult time and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chris Nowak
October 22, 2013
I met Darrell at O'Learys tavern in on Burnet Ave. He was always smiling and had great stories to tell over a few Heinekens. He was just a good guy. My sympathy to his family.
Daniel Cupelo
October 21, 2013
We only had the pleasure of meeting Darrell once when he came into our Dental Office. He was such a sweet man and he really made an impression on our office staff. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.
Michelle Oberferst Very Gentle Dental
October 21, 2013
You will be greatly missed, Darrell, as you were always upbeat and a great conversationalist. May your family & friends find peace in the memories of you that they hold dear.
Sharon Kay Walker
October 21, 2013
Darrell was a great person to work with he will be missed. I trained him when he started with the Thruway. Always had a smile on his face. Keeping his family in my thoughts and prayers!!
Judy Lewicki
October 19, 2013
It was always such a pleasure to work with Darrell! He could always put a smile on my face even on my worst days. He was truly a great man and will be missed so much.
Angela Der
October 19, 2013
Sorry to hear of Darrell`s passing, what a "Great Guy", I always enjoyed are many conversations and seeing him at Rico`s. My Deepest Sympathy goes out to the entire family. May he "Rest In Peace"..
Patrick Aregano
October 19, 2013
Dear Kirsten and Erin, What a great guy your Dad was. His love for his family was so evident, he was a wonderful father and grandfather and always was happy to say hello and chat. His wonderful character lives on through you both and your children. We love you. Helene and girls xo
Helene McCarthy
October 18, 2013
Thank you "Pops." After my Dad, Broadway Nick, went to Heaven, it was a pleasure to be associated with you and your family - especially your daughter Erin (my Fiance). You have earned your trip back "home" and may God Bless you as the shining light for your family.
Tony DiLeva
October 18, 2013
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