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Gaerry Honnick Obituary
Endicott: Gaerry R. Honnick, 72, of Endicott, died unexpectedly Sunday, November 13, 2011. He was predeceased by his parents, Stephen and Jean; former wife, Geraldine Honnick; a son, Keith Honnick; his life partner, Joan Battista; two grandsons, Vincent and Matthew Battista and a brother, Richard. He is survived by sisters, Barbara Griffin and Sharon Chilson; brothers, Thomas (Ann) Honnick and Phil (Judy) Keith; three daughters, Linda Honnick and her family Chad, Alex, Zoe, Phoenix and Abigail; Colleen Honnick and her family Paige and Kyle; Christine Honnick and Kathy Payne and their family Kylie and Jonathan; a son, Eugene and his partner, Nicci Nickelsen and their family Leksey and Daycee; stepchildren, Richard (Patricia) Battista and their family Francesca and Gianna; Michael (Carole) Battista and their family Leighann and Michael; Pam (Mitch) Corey and their family Adam and Evan; John (Sylvia) Battista and their family Jessica (Chris) Lemore; Paul (Laurie) Battista and their family Anthony and Gina; Mark (Kim) Battista and their family Melissa, Cara and Rocco; and Maryann Mortenson and her family Miranda and Michaela; also several great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and faithful dog, Soozie.
He attended Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, Endicott. Gaerry was a veteran of the US Marines and local construction worker. He was involved with many of his grandchildren's sporting events. While retired, he was an avid golfer and enjoyed doing yard work for family and friends. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday 10 am from Our Lady of Good Counsel Church, West Main Street, Endicott. The family will receive friends in the church hall, Friday after Mass. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in his memory may be made to Wounded Warriors Project.org, or the charity of one's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gaerry Honnick
Mark Battista
July 31, 2025
Gaerry,
Thinking of you on this night and remembering all the great times of the past. I´m glad you were with me and not alone when your time came to enter heavens gate. Wish you could have spent time with me in Florida after my retirement.
Always in my thoughts,
Mark
Pam Corey
November 16, 2024
A cherished, much loved picture.
Mark Battista
November 4, 2024
After many years I still think of Gaerry nearly everyday. Tonight while watching a football game sent me back to the games we watched together.
Miss you much.
Never goodbye, always, see you later.
Mark
John Battista
November 12, 2022
I miss and think of you everday...
Pam, Mitch, Adam and Evan Corey
November 10, 2021
Gaerry, you are missed daily and spoken about often. We cherish the years of memories made with you.
Love, the Corey Family XOXO
John Battista
November 10, 2021
Miss you and think of you often...
9/02/2001 Hill Top Park
Kelly & Debbie Pennay
November 20, 2011
To the Honnick and Battista families,
I am sorry for your loss. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Barbara Brown
November 19, 2011
Colleen and family, we we're so sorry to hear about your father. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Barbara, Christi, Michael and Katie
Mary Ann and Jack Kalb
November 18, 2011
Colleen and Family, I'm so very sorry for your loss. Please know I am thinking of you at this very difficult time.. Love you.
Shannon & Nick Caforio
November 18, 2011
Our condolence to all of the family, especially to Barbara Griffin and Tom and Ann Honnick. We will keep Gaerry in our prayers.
John Battista
November 18, 2011
I will miss you and you will always be with me in spirit. I love you and will always remember the times you were there for me.
Donald and Linda Varga
November 17, 2011
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
diane semo
November 17, 2011
Colleen,Christine & Geno and family. *Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know that they are happy. *
My condolences. Your father was an outstanding man and it seems that he has left us too soon.
God will definitely show you the way to smile again. I know this experience will change you forever. Just remember all the good times you shared with your father and all the love he gave you throughout the years. He is not gone. He will live in your hearts forever.
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
Diane Semo and family
Tami Smith
November 17, 2011
On behalf of the Smith family,we send our condolence.We are very sorry for your lost.Lot's of great memories from Exchange Street.Marie Smith and family.
Dolly, Tim & Karen Honnick
November 17, 2011
Chris, Kathy, Colleen, Gino & families..We just want to say how very sorry we are for your loss. Uncle Gaerry was a wonderful person. Keep his memory alive as you continue to go through your lives. He was very proud of each & every one of you..Love to all of you! Aunt Dolly, Tim & Karen
Kristie Holden
November 17, 2011
Chris & Kathy,
So sorry to hear of your loss.
My prayers are with you,
Kristie (Snopek) Holden
Ann Snopek
November 17, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Love,
Steve and Ann Snopek
Mark Battista
November 16, 2011
linda, Colleen, Christine, Eugene, Aunt Barb, and Uncle Tom. Our lives have been put on hold as we deal with such a loss. Our families have been tied together for many years and I love each and everyone of you. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you as we heal from our loss.
Mark, Kim, Melissa, Cara, and Rocco Battista.
Joyce Dutkowsky
November 16, 2011
Dear Honnick Family, I am very sorry
to hear about the loss of your father.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
November 16, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of great sorrow.
Sarah Sackett
November 16, 2011
Dear Honnick Family,
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prays are with you.
Tony Williams
November 16, 2011
Linda,Colleen,Christine and Families,Thinking of you at this time of sorrow.It has beeen many years since I have seen any of you ,but the memories of our early years together are close to my heart.May your father rest in peace.
November 16, 2011
Christine, Kathy and Children,
We are so very sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brian, Kim, Marina and Jenna Roe
Ralph, MaryAnn & Kat Taylor
November 16, 2011
To the Honnick and Battista families,
So sorry for your loss. Gaerry was a man of great character, strength, and love and will be sorely missed by everyone who knew him. God bless you and keep you all in the palm of His hand.
the armstrong family
November 16, 2011
linda and family,im so sorry to hear about your loss my prayers are with all of you.
Carla Vazquez
November 16, 2011
Cara and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. He will be watching over you and will meet you again someday in Heaven.
Cathy Limbert
November 16, 2011
Mark, Kim, Melissa, Cara and Rocco, I would like to tell you how sorry my entire family is for your loss. It is always very hard to lose a loved one, if there is anything we can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask. We love you. The Limbert Family
November 16, 2011
Rest in peace, Gaerry. We love you and will miss you. PJ, Mitch, Adam and Evan
Nancy MacKenzie
November 16, 2011
Colleen and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Life has a way of moving forward and he will always be in your heart no matter what. May he eternally rest in peace.
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