Wilfred Gage Obituary

Wilfred (Bill) Gage
of Vestal
Wilfred (Bill) Gage, 91, of Vestal fell asleep in the arms of Jesus, Monday, September 1, 2008 at Binghamton General Hospital after a brief illness. He was predeceased by his parents, Warren and Marguerite Gage, two brothers, Elwyn and Arnold Gage, one daughter, Sandra Lee and a grandson, Jeffery. He is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Ruth Wagstaff Gage; three daughters, Marge Caletka, Connie DeWitte and Jan Hall; seven grandchildren, Janice, Doug, Lori, Dennis, Dale, Debbie and Jennifer; 15 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter; he is also survived by other loved family members and many friends. Bill loved his family and was dearly loved by his family. He enjoyed the time he and his pastor and dear friend, Tim Bennett, spent together. Bill was a U.S. Army veteran of World War II and was employed by IBM, Endicott for 33 years. After his retirement from IBM, he was employed by local funeral homes. He was a member of Main Street Baptist Church since 1956, was head usher and was a member and Chairman of the Board of Deacons for 30 years. He was given the honor of Deacon Emeritus and also was the Lay Minister of Visitation for his church, serving with his pastor for many years. He was a member of the First Ward Senior Citizens and the American Legion, Post 89. The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Dr. Ramanujan and Nancy Evans for the loving care they gave Bill over the years. The family also wishes to thank the staff of Binghamton General Hospital for the excellent care they always provided him.
Funeral services will be held Friday at 11:00 a.m. at the Main Street Baptist Church, 117 Main St. with the Rev. Timothy Bennett officiating. Burial will be in Chenango Valley Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Fischer-Scholder Funeral Home, Inc., 269 Chenango St. on Thursday from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Memorial Fund, Main Street Baptist Church, 117 Main Street, Binghamton, NY 13905 in Bill's memory.

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Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin from Sep. 3 to Sep. 5, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Wilfred Gage

9 Entries

Amie Olenski

September 7, 2008

Aunt Ruth & Family,

Uncle Bill was such a kind man & he will be missed.

My thoughts & prayers are with you,

Lori Fox

September 5, 2008

Grandma Gage,
God blessed us with wonderful Grandparents and allowed us to make a lifetime of memories that we will cherish forever. As a caring husband, father and grandfather, Bill Gage was loved by everyone he met. We will forever love and respect this hard working man God shared with us on earth. We know that he is in heaven now watching over all of us daily. Even when we know that someone we love has gone to a better place, "good-bye" is always the hardest thing to say. Though we were unable to be there with you physically at this time, know that our hearts are present. Love, Lori, Nathaniel and Whitney Fox

Doug & Donna Olin

September 4, 2008

Dear Ruth & family:
We pray that the Lord stays very close and comforts you during your time of loss. Knowing you both has been a highlight of our lives that we will always cherish. We will miss Bill greatly.

Earl and Jackie Best

September 4, 2008

To Bill's family,
Sometimes in life a special person is born and Bill was one. Always, a smile, a fond greeting for everyone and a comforting word for those in need. The community and his family have lost a great man but heaven is celebrating. Our deepest sympathy.
Jackie and Earl Best

Jo Jones

September 4, 2008

Dear Ruth, Margie, Connie and Janet, We are so sorry to hear of Willies' passing. He was a wonderful and caring man. I remember the day he and my dad came home from the war. It was a day full of excitement and many pictures. Our families have made many wonderful memories since then. Our prayer is God will strengthen you and comfort you at this time.
Ted and Jo Jones

Matt Olenski

September 4, 2008

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.

Bill touched the hearts and lives of many. I will cherish the fond memories of the time we shared together.

Although I can not be there, my thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow.

Bob and Suki Skiba

September 3, 2008

Dearest Ruth and Family,

We were so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a great man. He will be truely missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this sad time. God Bless each and every one of you!

Mae Robinson

September 3, 2008

Dear Ruth and Family,
We were sad to read of the home going of your dear Bill. We remember him so fondly....always a smile and warm greeting. A very caring person. We know you will miss him but remember the good times you had while he was here. How wonderful to know that he is with the LORD now.
With Love,
Gary and Mae Robinson

Barbara Sponable

September 3, 2008

Dear Ruth and family - I'm so sorry to hear about Bill, but you certainly had a long and happy marraige! I'm sure the Lord will sustain you in the days ahead, and memories will remain with you always!

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