HORNELL - Steven R. Drumm, 63, of County Route 68 (Crosby Creek Road), died unexpectedly Friday morning (March 18, 2016) at Guthrie Troy Community Hospital in Troy, Pa., following a short illness.

Born at the former Bethesda Community Hospital in North Hornell on March 23, 1952, he was a son of the late Robert L. and Alice M. (Jackson) Drumm.

Steve was employed for many years for the NYSDOT in Hornell, retiring in 1987. In addition to his state employment, he also worked with his father for many years as a mechanic in the family business, Drumm's Garage on the Crosby Creek Road; Steve took the business over after the death of his Dad in 1985 and operated the business until 2010.

A true outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and especially a good game of golf. He and his family was responsible for over 20 years of running the "Lucky 13" Golf Tournament at the 6S golf course in Angelica, N.Y. He also enjoyed repairing motor vehicles in his garage.

Steve is survived by his spouse, Vicki; his two daughters, Melissa and Tracy, both of Hornell; his two loving brothers, Richard (Marcia) Drumm of Syracuse and Thomas Drumm of Hornell; his loving sister, Deborah (Bruce) Jackson of Dansville; his one very special grandson, Benny also of Hornell. He is also survived by a niece, four nephews and one great-nephew; also two stepdaughters, Stephanie and Chris Wilson; two brothers-in-law, Terry and Ed Gibson; his sister-in-law, Shari Anderson; his father-in-law, Junior Gibson; as well as his three aunts, many cousins and many wonderful friends and neighbors.

In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by his niece, Emily in 1986 and his loving companion for many years, his Lab, Ginger, in 2014.

The Bishop & Johnson Funeral Home, Inc., 285 Main St., Hornell is honored to serve the family of Steven R. Drumm.

To honor his wishes, there will be no calling hours, but at a later date there will be a memorial service and celebration of Steve's life. Interment will be in Rural Cemetery, Hornell.

Steve's family would like to thank all the teams and staff members at Strong Memorial Hospital ICU Trauma Center in Rochester and the doctors and his health care team at Guthrie Troy Community Hospital in Troy, Pa. for the wonderful and diligent care he has received the last several months.

At Steve's request, those wishing may contribute in his memory to the Hornell Area Humane Society, 7649 Industrial Park Road, Hornell, N.Y. 14843.

Online condolences or remembrances of Steve are welcomed at www.bishopandjohnsonfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Hornell Evening Tribune on Mar. 20, 2016.

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March 28, 2016

The Cheresnowskys have been praying for Steve these last months. He was a great neighbor to our family. We are very saddened to think that he is no longer with us. He will be missed.
With sympathy,
The Cheresnowsky Family

March 22, 2016

He was so kind, generous, cheery, and ready to help in any way he could. We were saddened over the trauma he received from a fall several months ago. Never did we expect this end. Steve, you will always be in our hearts, we could never forget you. You were the best friend anyone could hope for. We will miss you so deeply. Rest in peace dear friend.
Jim and Teresa Wachter

March 22, 2016

I am truly going to miss you my dear friend for many many years. For you to go so quickly, God must have a very special purpose for you. Most times we don't know why, but rest assured, your body is whole again and dance with the angels. I am so glad that you were there for me when I needed your help all these years and will miss laughter. Till we meet again,
Sal Wachter

March 21, 2016

Tom sorry for your loss. as long as we were friends and co workers I never new you had a younger brother. probably a good thing when thinking about all the trouble you got me into. John Ames.

Frank Vaughan

March 21, 2016

RIP, Steve. A wonderful guy with a heart of gold....the best neighbor a person could have. Say hi to mom and Ginger for me!!

Dottie & John Conner

March 20, 2016

We will miss you Cousin Steve. You were a great guy. John & I are so pleased we stopped to see you the last time we were in Hornell. Rest in Peace and give our love to the rest of the Drumm/Whitney Family's in Heaven. Love you, Dottie & John

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