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Alfred Marsden Obituary
Alfred C. Marsden
Dec. 30, 1939 - July 7, 2021
Alfred Charles Marsden passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at Highland Hospital. Born on December 30, 1939, to the late Elmer Marsden and Stella (Hall) Marsden, Alfred was the fourth of six children. He graduated from Port Byron high school and also attended Cayuga Community College. Al served in the US Army and most notably as a military VIP Driver.
Returning from an honorable discharge, Al was employed with Cayuga County for 32 years as an Auto Technician. In 1970, he initiated the development of the Motor Pool, a new venture that proved a cost-saving to the county after a three-year trial.
Following his retirement, Al remained extremely active and could always be found keeping his classic cars in pristine condition. Al's love for classic cars was only second to his love for his family who meant the world to him. If he was not at a car show or "tooling" around out on a drive, he could be found enjoying his family or fixing something in his garage. Al was known for always working hard, as well as his kindness and compassion for others, and would help anyone who asked. Al loved to travel - especially to Rhode Island, Hilton Head Island, and Cape May, spending as much time near the ocean as he could. Al belonged to several organizations including SAAC, the Antique Automobile Club of America, Stonebridge Driver Club, and the Greater Rochester Rose Society.
Al is survived by his high school sweetheart and loving wife of almost 59 years, Virginia (Ginny) Marsden; his two children: Jeffrey C. (Minn) Marsden and Regina Marsden (Joseph) Crupe; and his two beloved grandchildren: Alexander and Andrew Marsden.
In addition to his parents, Al was predeceased by his siblings: Phyllis, Evelyn, Louis, Kenneth, and Linda.
The family wishes to thank and extend their gratitude to Doctors Kaul, Katz, Ramsdale, Brockway, and Peyre, along with (their) nurses and staff and the team at the Wilmont Cancer Unit at the U of R Strong Memorial Hospital who cared for and supported Al during his illness.
A Catholic funeral Mass will be held on Friday, July 23, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at Saint Joseph's Church, 43 Gebhardt Road, Penfield, NY.
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Rob & Laurieann Norris, Canada
July 23, 2021
Dear Ginny, thinking of you at this time of deep sorrow. We will always cherish our time and memories with you both while in Hilton Head. Keeping you close to our hearts.
Love and hugs to you dear Ginny.
Jill Ruwet
July 21, 2021
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad, Jeff a/k/a Strawberry Gaud. Always enjoyed seeing his cars. It was a special time with great memories. May God bless your family at this difficult time.
Karen Cheeley
July 20, 2021
My sincere sympathy to you and all the family! Praying God will give you all comfort, strength and peace each day as you grieve and remember wonderful memories. Love and prayers From your Port Byron class mate.
Jeff Applebee
July 19, 2021
My condolences to Ginny and the family. Al was a great guy who I always enjoyed talking with. He always made time for friends and always had a smile. Car shows will not be the same without him, he will be greatly missed.
Pete VanDitto
July 19, 2021
I have such wonderful memories of our time working together... Seeing Al at the car shows. Al was such a wonderful guy and I'll miss him dearly. You're all in my prayers.
Michael Mancini
July 19, 2021
It was an honor to know and work with Al at the County. He was always kind and caring and willing to go the extra mile to help.
Debbie & Hank
July 19, 2021
Thoughts and prayers to Ginny and family. In loving memory dear Al....... Thank you for your service.
Joe Colella
July 18, 2021
Thank you for your service.
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