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Milton Sabol Memoriam
Milton W. Sabol
of Binghamton
Milton W. Sabol, 79, passed away Wednesday, July 22, 2009. He was predeceased by his parents, Michael and Anna Sabol; and sister, Mary Ellen Weeks. He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Esther; son and daughter-in-law, John Milton Sabol and Priscilla Bohot Sabol of Smithville, TX; daughter and son-in-law, Laura Sabol Spanfelner and Scott Spanfelner of Camillus; 5 grandchildren, Madison, Sydney, Jackson Spanfelner, Jonathon and Priscilla Bohot; sister and brother-in-law, Elaine and Harold Donson of Binghamton; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church, veteran of U.S. Navy, retired 35 year employee of Singer Link. Member of Masonic Lodge #910 F&AM. He was an avid fly fisherman and one of the longest serving members of the Al Hazzard Chapter of Trout Unlimited, having received the lifetime achievement award from the Chapter this past March. He volunteered countless hours over the years, as a N.Y. State delegate to the Catskill Waters/Delaware River Basin Commission. A prolific fly-tyer, Milt spent many hours perfecting his fly patterns and sharing the flies with friends and family and teaching the art.
Funeral services will be held Monday at 11 a.m. at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 728 River Road, Chenango Bridge, with the Rev. Mark A. Giroux officiating. Interment will be in Vestal Hills Memorial Park. Friends may call at the church Sunday from 4-6 p.m. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to St. Mark's Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 458, Chenango Bridge, NY 13745.
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Memories and Condolences
for Milton Sabol
David Max Zwick
August 4, 2009
Aunt Esther, I am sorry I was unable to make it to Chenango Bridge for the memorial. Uncle Milton was truly a special guy-everytime I was around him it was a real great experience, and I only wish I had known him better. I hope to visit with you after I get back with my Mom (Maria) and Dad (David). Love Max
Bob Wickman
July 29, 2009
Esther & Family,
My brother, Bill, and I went fly fishing on the W. Branch on July 19. I heard a "kerplunk" behind me and thought it was a fish rolling, but a short while later discovered that a box of flies that Milt had tied and I won in our TU banquet raffle had fallen out of my vest and was drifting away down the river. Fortunately, I have the fly I was using and will always cherish memories of Milt each time I go fly fishing. May the Lord comfort you at this time of loss. In Christ's love,
Rebecca, Jason, Tyler and Nolan Smith
July 28, 2009
I cannot tell you how saddened we were to learn of Milt's passing. Our sincere and heartfelt condolences for your loss. Milt was a wonderful person with a great heart, a sense of humor and a warm smile. I will always remember how Milt took the time to show Tyler and Nolan his art of tying flies, his airplane collections or treaures he had found in the garden or woods. And who could forget his perfectly manicured green grass. We miss the old neighborhood and we’re grateful we had such wonderful neighbors like you.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jim & Nancy Riley
July 27, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Barbara Maxian
July 27, 2009
My deepest sympathy to all of you on the passing of Milt. He was the good looking kid next door as I was growing up on Massachusetts Avenue and always had a good word for the scrawny pest that most preteen girls become. He was a bright light and made my day when he spoke to me. Barbara Hayes Maxian
Junior Benjamin
July 27, 2009
Dear Mrs. Sabol,
I just received the news of Mr. Sabol's passing. I feel as though I've lost a father, which is exactly what he was to me. You both opened your homes and hearts to me and made a foreign place to an international student very welcoming.
Over the years, in speaking with you and visiting, I always felt that your home was my home. You both made me feel like family and, today, as you mourn the loss of this wonderful man, I want to tell you how much he meant to me. He taught me so much and I always told those I come in contact with about my family in Binghamton.
I pray God's spirit on you and I hope that being surrounded by John & Laura and the rest of the family would be comforting to you.
I miss him already and I can't stop crying.
Always - His "JR"
George Allen
July 27, 2009
Hi Esther:
I just learned about Milt's passing and am greatly saddened. Milt was a dear friend who taught me a lot about fly tying.
Love to you and the family.
George Allen
(In Plattsburgh NY this week)
Norm Troicke
July 27, 2009
Mrs. Sabol, John, Laura, I am sorry to hear of your loss. You may not remember me but it seems I do recall at least one exciting trip to see where "Johnny's Dad" worked back in the Sunrise Terrace days and a very willing hand helping us kids set up the slotcar track somewhere in the Sabol household. He will be missed.
Joyce Temple
July 26, 2009
I was so sad to see that Milt has passed away. I worked for him for many years; he was a great mentor and advocate for all of his employees. He had a great heart and a good sense of humor and was a dedicated employee.
I would not be where I am today without his encouragement and help.
My prayers are with the family
Bill and Faye Johnson
July 26, 2009
Esther and Family,
We send our condolences to you.
Milt will be missed.
We have missed seeing his smiling face in Church.
Ed Collins
July 25, 2009
Dear Esther and Family,
I cannot tell you how saddened I was to learn of Milt's passing. My sincere and heartfelt condolences for you loss. Milt was a wonderful person. He was a kind, caring and gentle man.
He was also my friend and "fishing buddy" when I lived in the Triple Cities. Even thought I had left the area more than 15 years ago, Milt still took the time to keep in touch with me thru Christmas cards and an occassional letter......always with a fly included. When we would see each other on the West Branch of the Delaware River, it only took seconds to renew our friendship. I will miss him.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of loss.
Mike Zwick
July 25, 2009
I had the distinct pleasure of knowing Milt (that's Uncle Milt to me) for 45 years. Never in that time did I ever hear a harsh word from him. Every time I saw him there was always a hearty hand shake and a smile. He was always glad to see me and always wanted to find out how I was doing.
Even right up to the last time I saw him, he was always upbeat and positive.
The world lost a great man and we all are better off for knowing him.
I will miss him greatly and will forever hold a special place in my hart for good old Uncle Milt.
Teresa Petrus Estep
July 25, 2009
Mrs Sabol, Laura and Family, I was so sad to see that Mr Sabol had passed away. He was such a sweet man. My thoughts are with you.
Frank Zedik
July 25, 2009
Esther and Family,
My sincere condolences on your loss. I worked with Milt at Link and we shared the driving from JC. We met at college and he fostered my love of jazz. He was a good friend.
July 25, 2009
Our prayers and condolences go out to you at this time. I was very sorry to hear of Milts passing.
I worked with Milt during the late50's and early 60's. Milt, I and John Craig worked and fished together in those early days.
John & Mary Ann Okoniewski
Venice, Florida
Kevin and Betty Jo Brady and family
July 25, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Joyce {Nemcek}Pratko
July 25, 2009
We were young kids and we held hands while we ice skated; he was a great guy.
Bob Griffin
July 25, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Milt. I worked for him for many years and enjoyed several visits at your house too. Your loss is God's gain.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bob Griffin
St Petersburg, Florida
Florian & Betty Novovesky
July 25, 2009
Miltons family,
Our condolences,for your loss, He was a pleasure to work with and a good friend.Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
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