Walter T. Argus Jr.

Walter Argus Obituary

WALTER T. ARGUS JR.
OVID and ROMULUS - Walter T. Argus Jr., longtime resident of Ovid and Romulus, passed away at Alterra in Ithaca on Tuesday, August 26, 2008.
The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 6, 2008, at Covert Funeral Home, 7199 Main Street, Ovid. A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held at the funeral home at 4 p.m. officiated by Pastor Michael Corriero of the Agape Bible Church in Ithaca. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name may be directed to the Alzheimer's Assoc., 435 E. Henrietta Road, Rochester, NY 14620 or the Holy Cross Church, PO Box 375, Ovid, NY 14521.
Walter was born on April 5, 1924 in Waterloo, the only son of the late Walter T. and Julia (Murphy) Argus Sr. He was a graduate of Ovid High School and then proudly served his country as a surgical technician during WWII in the US Army. He was married to Jean Perpic on September 4, 1948 and together they operated the Argus Drive-In for 42 years, retiring in 1990. He had been a parishioner of Holy Cross Catholic Church and member of the VFW Post #6200 in Ovid. He enjoyed golfing, carpentry, travel, and he was a diehard Buffalo Bills fan. He and Jean wintered in Ft. Myers, FL for many years after their retirement.
He is survived by his wife, Jeannie, with whom he would have celebrated 60 years of marriage in September; a son, Richard D. (Laura) Argus of Geneva; and a daughter, Kathy L. (Craig T.) Chaffee of Newfield; and grandchildren, Rachel N. and Elisha D. Chaffee and Katrina L. and Bradley J. Argus. He was preceded in death by his sister, Frances Gangl.

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Published by Ithaca Journal on Aug. 29, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Walter Argus

9 Entries

Joseph Gangl

September 6, 2008

When I think of patience and good humor I think of Uncle Walt and his sister, my mom. The Argus legacy of kindness is the memory we'll hold dear.

Darlene & Rick Collins

August 31, 2008

Dear Friends,

We were so sorry to hear of your great loss. Our prayers are with you.

Walter T. Gangl

August 30, 2008

Dear Kathy and Rick,
I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle Walt was such a warm and happy guy. And so dedicated to his loved ones. We were so lucky to have him.
I will see you next Saturday.
Give Aunt Jean a kiss for me.
All my best. Walt

Gary Millspaugh

August 30, 2008

Dear Jean, Rick,Cathy and families,Sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts are with you, Gary and Cathy Millspaugh

lisa coleman

August 30, 2008

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, ""I welcome you.""

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......""My day was not in vain.""
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008

George Davis

August 30, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Carol Reeves

August 29, 2008

We remember with so much pleasure stopping at Argus's on our way to Rochester to visit relatives. We sure have missed you since the closing of the restaurant even though Betty has kept in touch over time. We send our deepest sympathies to the Argus family. Sincerely, Betty Cornish, Ken and Carol (Cornish) Reeves

virginia (Shaw) Moore

August 29, 2008

Jean, I am sorry for your lost, I will remember Walt as being a gentleman. Gini Shaw Moore

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