Gary W. BATTISTONI Sr.

My earliest recollection of Gary was when we were both in second or third grade at Cleveland Hill School, then called School 3. He had the enviable job of helper for Mr. Kresin, our well liked custodian. Looking back, I see where this was the beginning of a fine work ethic which continued to evolve as he worked as a teenager in the family business, Bison Products. After coming through the ranks, Gary would later manage the firm.

I realize the lateness of this message, my deepest condolences to the family. I had the distinct honor to have stayed with the family back in 1976 while playing in the golf tournament held at East Aurora CC. Thank you for the enormous hospitality all of you provided, and if your memory recalls, I played on your pachinko machine everyday. Thank you for the memories, the sausages, but mostly the day trip you took me to Niagara Falls. I still have the pictures of myself with the entire family...

I was saddened to hear of Gary's passing. My sympathy to Janice and the family. He was fun to be with and kind. We were the same age and went through the grades together at Cleveland Hill, graduating in 1953. Having not seen Gary in many years, I still picture him in his late teens driving his '39 Ford convertible and already working part time at Bison, the family business.

Dear Battistoni Family,
Sorry for your loss. Gary was a true gentleman and fine businessman. I have fond memories of playing golf together in the 1980s at EACC. Rest in peace my friend.

loved loved loved him when I worked for him (for many years)...so sorry to hear

Our deepest sympathies to Janice and family.
Great golfing memories.

Robert & Trish Fraraccio
St. Thomas, Ontario

Pam - I am so very sorry to hear about your dad. My condolences to you, your mom, Gary, Lynn, Lori and your families. God be with you all. With love, Cheryl

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.