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Rodney Besemer Obituary
ITHACA - Rodney Herman Besemer, 75, died on December 10, 2007 after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by his loving family at his son, Robert's home.
Born October 13, 1932 in Ithaca, NY, Rodney was a son of the late Herman D. and Carrie (Marion) Besemer. A lifetime resident of the Ithaca area, Rodney owned his own trucking business and retired in 1984 from the family owned business, Cayuga Crushed Stone. He was a member of the Masons, Fidelity Lodge #51 in Ithaca, Trumansburg Star Chapter #479 Order of the Eastern Star, and Trumansburg Senior Citizens. Rodney enjoyed bird watching, woodworking, camping, traveling, and especially gardening. He was an avid rose and vegetable gardener and always planted more than enough for the Besemer family as well as the animals around his home.
Rodney is survived by his wife of 56 years, Beverly Tall Besemer; sons, Thomas of Lansing, NY, William (Susan) of Spencer, NY, and Robert (Cindy) of Ithaca, NY; daughters, Linda Duddleston of Interlaken, NY, and Susan Besemer (Ed Kaulen) of Atlanta, GA; brother, Richard (Kathy) Besemer of Slaterville Springs, NY; sisters, Joyce Stout of Eustis, FL, Lois (Jim) Stout of North Port, FL, and Phyllis (Dave) Sprague of Cayuga, NY; grandchildren, Erin Duddleston of Lansing, NY, Greg (Tiana) Duddleston and Ben Duddleston of Centereach, NY, Matthew (Karen) Besemer of Lansing, NY, Toni Besemer of Ithaca, NY, Christine Besemer of Ithaca, NY, Sarah Besemer of Spencer, NY, Michael Brooks of Myrtle Beach, SC, and Rodney Brooks of Atlanta, GA. Rodney is also survived by his great-grandsons, Ryan and Joseph Besemer of Lansing, NY, Jack Brooks of Myrtle Beach, SC, and Caleb Duddleston of Centereach, NY; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to remember Rodney in the form of a contribution are asked to consider Hospicare, 172 E. King Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850, or The American Cancer Society, 57 Front St., Binghamton, NY 13905-4704.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Ness-Sibley Funeral Home, 23 South St., Trumansburg, NY. www.ness-sibley.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Rodney Besemer
Melvin & Beverly Marion
December 20, 2007
Dear Beverly and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Rodney's passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your grief.
Lynn Madsen
December 16, 2007
Susan
I'm so sorry about your Dad.You know if you need anything just let me know. I'm not to far away.
Love you Lynn
Don and Elsie Oliver
December 15, 2007
Always enjoyed all of Rodney's stories about his adventures and of course the numerous jokes he had to tell. It made coffee and lunch at Taughannock Falls an interesting time.
Lyman Baker
December 13, 2007
Beverly and Family,
Jean and I are very sorry to learn of Rodney's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out for all.
Jean and Lyman Baker
JACKI BROOKS
December 12, 2007
Bev and Family,
My deepest sympathy is with you at this time. When Jack passed away, I had a very dear friend give me this old Indian Prayer and I'll try to pass it on to you as I found comfort in it from time to time;
I give you this one thought to keep-I am with you still, I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,I am the diamond glints on the snow, I am the sunlight on ripened grain, I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift uplifting rush of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not think of me as gone-I am with you still, in each new dawn.
In Friendship & Sympathy,
Jacki
Shirley B. Itin
December 12, 2007
Recently, we learned thru cousin Phyllis B. Sprague of Rodney's serious illness, then received word of his passing from Marilynne B. Dumers. Our deepest sympathy to all, Aunt Jo (Palmer) Besemer from Tucson AZ, Thomas and Shirley Besemer Itin from Michigan
Todd & Tracy Hammond
December 12, 2007
Robert, Cindy & family...Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. There are no words that can truly comfort you at this moment, but please know that we are here for you.
Paul Grennell
December 12, 2007
Beverly & Family
On behalf of the Wanda (Lawrence) Grennell family, I want to extend our deepest sympathy and wishes for comfort in this time of sorrow.
Amy Kornhaus
December 12, 2007
Our thoughts are with each of you at this time.I'm glad mom was able to come up from Florida and spend some time. God Bless You, John, Amy and Megan Kornhaus
Jean (Watros) Drennon
December 12, 2007
Lois and Joyce,
Sorry to hear about your brother. My prayers to the whole family. I'ts been a long time since I saw all of you.
Rob and Joyce Stout
December 12, 2007
Dear Aunt Beverly:
We are so sorry in the passing of Uncle Rodney. May God bless you and your family in this time of grief, and remember he is always with you, in mind and spirit.
Renee Garner
December 12, 2007
Susan & Ed & family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. With much love.
Renee Garner
Shawn, Karyn, Cody Little
December 12, 2007
We are truly sorry for your loss. Robert - if you need anything, please don't hesitate to call. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
JESSE TOMPKINS
December 12, 2007
GOD BLESS YOU RODNEY. I KNOW YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE
Gail Stage (CMC OR)
December 12, 2007
Erin and family,
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.
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Darnell Harris
December 12, 2007
My wishes go to you and your family. I am a co-worker with Susan here in Atlanta and I love her alot, we are roommates and she will be taken care of by her sisters here in Atlanta.
Just remember your father is at peace now. Keep his memories close in your heart
Dave & Betty Rumsey
December 12, 2007
We feel very sarry for all of you at this time of loss
Dave and Betty Rumsey
Marcia and Jim Miller
December 12, 2007
Dear Beverly and family, Our deepest sympathy for you and yours at this very sad time. Our prayers are with you and hope it will help to give you strength at this time. Marcia and Jim Miller
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