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Gary EAGER Obituary

EAGER - Gary R. Loving son of Ralph and Evelyn (Mudgett) Eager died on Thursday, June 23rd at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY. Loving father of Matthew (Wendy), Colin (Rebecca Hoffman), Siobhan (Katie), Patrick (Andrea Powell) and Sean (Nicole DeVillier) Eager; very loving grandfather of Adalyn, Donovan, Carrigan, Amber, Emily and Cory; dear friend of Betty Hadrych; dear husband of Susan Joyce Eager; brother of James (Peg), Debbie Hamilton, Denise (David) Hirschey, Mark, Dawn (Joe) Vickers and Noel Stevens; brother-in-law of Michael Joyce, Carolyn Guyer, Kathleen Glascott, Linda Joyce, John Young, Rosemary Joyce, Rus Sheptak, Brian Joyce, Nanette Joyce, Timothy and Connie Joyce; predeceased by John Glascott, Tom Joyce, and Mary Ethel Joyce Young; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday at 11:00 AM at the JAMES W. CANNAN FUNERAL HOME, INC. (Southtowns Chapel), 3155 Orchard Park Rd. Friends and family may call Tuesday from 3-8 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the N.Y.C.L.U., 172 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14202. Online condolences at www.CANNANFH.com
Published by Buffalo News on Jun. 26, 2016.

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Jane Blackman

July 19, 2016

Sorry to learn of your loss of Gary! He was a wonderful person. We enjoyed seeing him every summer at the Gouverneur Library. Will miss his smiling face!!

Paul Wasik

July 12, 2016

Loss of a loved one is never easy but thought it may be helpful I say Gary and I worked on a job together maybe a year before he retired. I was an apprentice at that time and hadn't seen Gary since then but his positive attitude and joyous personality will always be remembered.

Joyce Joyce

June 30, 2016

Susan and family: Jerry and I are so sorry for your loss. Gary was a gentle and kind soul. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Carol Pepe

June 28, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers to the Eager family at this difficult time. May he rest in peace. Love Art & Carol

Heidi Hadrych

June 28, 2016

Please except my most sincere sympathy for the loss of your exceptional and wonderful Dad, Husband , Grandfather, Son, Uncle and in my case ....Dear friend.
Gary was someone who stood by when others would have walked away. His quite calm wisdom carried me through difficult times .
I know I am not alone when I say, I loved him and will miss him.
I wish you all peace , healing and
Love

Shannon Monheim-Tabangcura

June 27, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Pat and Sean, I am so sorry for your loss.

Michael Rose

June 27, 2016

My thoughts and prayers for the Eager family. Sorry for your loss.

John Enright

June 27, 2016

My condolences to the Eager and Joyce families.

Karen Safe

June 26, 2016

Love you guys I'm glad he got to see his baby girl married and happy and I'm sure he will be watching over you all

Richard and Mary Shelley

June 26, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Siobhan and Katie. Sorry for your loss. Love you both. Prayers are with your whole family Siobhan.

Kathy Glascott

June 26, 2016

Thinking of the good times as I mourn the loss of Gary Eager. With love,

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