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Orlo Plyter Obituary
Williamson: Entered in to rest on November 9, 2013 at the age of 87 with his family by his side. Orlo was predeceased by his loving wife, Beverly of 59 years in February 2010. Also predeceased by his brother, Elwood Plyter.
Orlo was born and was a lifelong resident of Williamson. He attended Williamson High School and was a charter member of the National Honor Society, graduating in 1944. Following high school, he joined the U.S. Navy taking basic training at the Sampson Naval Base. He proudly served his country during WWII.
After the war, Orlo worked various jobs before securing a career with Metropolitan Life for 28 years. He was a member of the American Legion Post 394 for 69 years, life member of the 40/8 for 61 years, charter member of the Orphix Fraternity, former Rotarian, past commander and historian of the American Legion, member of the Sampson Salt, past trustee for the Williamson Library and life member of the Williamson Fire Department for over 60 years. He was Citizen of the Year in 1969 honored by the Williamson Chamber of Commerce.
Orlo loved to spend time with his family and friends especially when camping or when taking senior citizen trips.
Orlo's mission in life was stated to his family that he wished to make someone laugh every day. Anyone that knew Orlo, knows that he fulfilled that wish.
He is survived by his sons: Brian (Kathy) Plyter and Brad Plyter; many nephews and good friends.
Private funeral and burial will take place at the convenience of the family. A celebration of Orlo's life will be held on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at 6 PM at the Williamson Fire Department: 6286 Route 21, Williamson, NY. A light dinner and refreshments will be served.
Thanks and gratitude to Dr. Bruce Yirinec, Virginia Hurley, NP, staff at Finger Lakes Oncology and Lifetime Care Hospice/Tina Freelove, RN for their wonderful care of Orlo. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: Williamson Fire Department, Williamson American Legion Post 394: 6206 Route 21, Williamson, NY, or Friends of the Library: 6380 Route 21, Williamson NY 14589
Arrangements entrusted to Young Funeral Home.
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for Orlo Plyter
Bill
November 6, 2024
It´s been 10 short years and Williamson legion still misses him.
Tammy Milazzo
November 17, 2013
The entire DeFisher family mourns the loss of Orlo. A wonderful neighbor and friend to us kids on Circle Dr.
Susan Poray Rose
November 14, 2013
My Dad, Vince Poray, has lost a great friend with Orlo's passing. I was so happy to have gotten to know Orlo earlier this year, and understand the love & appreciation my father and the Williamson community feels for him. Peace be upon you all.
Dave Wing
November 13, 2013
Was sorry to hear of Orlo's passing. When I moved to Williamson 4 years ago , Orlo was the first of my neighbors to walk over an introduce himself. He was very friendly and always had something humorous to say. I would see him out eating breakfast every so often and we would catch up on the neighborhood gossip. I have come to realize over the years, especially lately, just how many people knew and cared about him. He was a wealth of knowledge about Williamson and will be missed greatly. My thoughts go out to his family.
Lorraine Mason
November 13, 2013
Deepest condolences to the Plyter Family.
Richard Plyter
November 12, 2013
Sorry to lose you, uncle Orlo. Haven't seen you in a long time and will have to live with many great memories. Rest well and know that you will be sorely missed by many. Love you, Dick.
November 12, 2013
Rest in pease Orlo. We will miss you.
Ruth DePaepe
Bill G.
November 12, 2013
Orlo,had a tremendous knowledge of the town and it's people.He will truly be missed for his wit, stories to be told and the smile that was ever present .We'll miss you OP!!!!
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