Witmeyer, Stanley H.

Rochester: October 10, 2011. Predeceased by his wives, Marion Hebing Witmeyer and Helen Ickes Witmeyer. He is survived by his children, Gail W. Rivera, Donald C. (Donna) Witmeyer, Robert G. Witmeyer, Anne M. (Mark) Bopp, Paul H. (Susan) Witmeyer; grandchildren, Jaime (Treena) Rivera, Leni Rivera, Annie Rivera, Joel (Amy) Witmeyer, Karley (Jeff) Rendl, Jerrod (Alena) Bopp, Ryan Bopp, Nikki Bopp; great-grandchildren, Bryan, Ariana, Taylor, Cooper Stanley, Sam, Brendan, Jayden; dear friend, Bea Anderson; sisters, Arlene (Harold) Hack, Gerry (Jim) Kallam.

Stan graduated from RIT in 1936, received his B.A. in Education from Buffalo State in 1939, and an MFA from Syracuse University in 1946. After teaching in Cuba, NY for five years, and serving in WWII, he joined RIT in 1946. He remained there for 32 years as Director and Associate Dean of the Art School/College. He was an outstanding basketball player for RIT, Buffalo State, and The Rochester Seagrams. Over his life he received numerous awards including most recent, R.I.T. Retiree of the Year and the Rochester Arts Council Special Citation.

A Memorial Service will be held Saturday, October 15 at 10 AM at Asbury First United Methodist Church, 1050 East Ave, Rochester. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to Farm and Wilderness Camps, 263 Farm and Wilderness Road, Plymouth, VT 05056 or R.I.T. School of Design, Office of Development, 116 Lomb Memorial Drive, Rochester 14623. To share a memory or photo of Stanley, visit www.anthonychapels.com.

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Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle from Oct. 12 to Oct. 14, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Stanley Witmeyer

8 Entries

carl witmeyer

October 6, 2020

great Man always with a joke and a smile alot of positive energy with Stan . we think of Him alot, as we all have his paintings in our houses and offices CW

October 19, 2011

He will be missed. What a great man and uncle to me. So many wonderful memories. The family holidays and summer picnic reunions were such an important part of my memories. And, of course, mom often reminded us about how the Witmeyers and Hebings grew up right next door to each other. Sending our love and sympathy to all of you.
Bev & Pierre Grimes

October 14, 2011

Don, I heard of your Dad's passing through a friend. Although it's been years since I've seen your family I fondly remember your Dad. He was a sweet man and that smile .. just as I remember it. I'm so sorry for your family's loss. Nancy Simunek

Linda & Carl Witmeyer

October 12, 2011

Dear Family,
Our reunions will be less bright even on the sunny days as Stan won't be there! He was so charming, personable & lively! I will miss his wit & energy! I'm so sorry for your loss, but am comforted that he had such a full & blessed life. I wish we could be there for the Memorial & celebration of his life. All our love to you! Linda & Carl Witmeyer

Stephen Schultz

October 12, 2011

To the family of Stan Witmeyer:

What a gentleman and giant he was! I recall from time to time the summers with him at Camp Eagle Cove in the Adirondacks and being friends with his children especially Donald, now all grown up. I've had the opportunity to talk about Uncle Bello and Stanley under the summer skies on occasions with family and friends; they made positive impressions on me during my formative years. He will be missed.

Keep his memory and spirit alive always. "Schultzie"

Brian Shapiro

October 12, 2011

What a loss for us all. Stan and I have kept in contact for over 50 years. It was he who made me value art. We spoke by phone every week or so. I valued his comments and his insight. I told Stan I loved him, and I will always love him. He knew my family and we had many discussions about those days gone by. I will treasure my memories of him and I will try to live up to his vision. So much was about the vision, publically and privately. I am so grateful to have had his friendship and guidance for so many decades. His was a truly generous spirit, which we are not likely to see again soon in this world. In sorrow, Brian Shapiro

October 12, 2011

Bob,
As you know your dad was one of my favorite people at RIT, always so genuine,friendly,and dedicated to RIT.
I always spoke with him at the Retiree Dinner and the Golden Circle Alumni Reunion. I'm so fortunate to have known Stan all these years. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Roz Hawkins

Jan Witmeyer Bone

October 12, 2011

I am very sorry to hear of Stan's death, and have so many wonderful memories of him through the years--not only at the Witmeyer reunions and at the lake cottage, but from phone calls and time spent together, often on my trips to Ithaca NY with my late husband, David. I know how dearly he has been loved by many for his creativity, his enthusiasm, his kindness, and I speak for the entire Bone family in having been fortunate to know him as a friend and as a dearly beloved first-cousin.

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