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Brian James Reppel
ORISKANY FALLS
Brian James Reppel, age 60, of Oriskany Falls, NY, passed away unexpectedly on September 9, 2013.
He was born in Utica, NY, on November 7, 1952, to Arthur Joseph Reppel, Jr., and Florence Williams. He graduated from Utica Free Academy in 1971. Brian served as a Medical Field Service Technician in the United States Navy from 1971 through 1977. He then worked at Mid-State Correctional Facility as a Corrections Officer for ten years. He lived in Oriskany Falls, NY, for 33 years. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, New York Giants football and the Syracuse Orange.
He is survived by his three children, Amanda, Jeremy and Alison; his father, Arthur, and stepmother, Lorraine; his two sisters, Karen and Christine; and his two brothers, Stephen and Roger. Brian was predeceased by his sister, Joan, and mother, Florence.
Per Brian's wishes, there will be no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Oneida Lake Association: www.oneidalakeassociation.org/donations.htm.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Observer-Dispatch on Sep. 19, 2013.

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George Jweid

September 26, 2013

Very sorry to hear that the big Boy Scout is gone.

September 19, 2013

Roger and family..We are so sorry for your loss. Brian was such a nice guy.
Jodi and Jessica

Nick Carole

September 19, 2013

RIP Brian you are a true gentleman

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