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1950
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2024
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Brian Cerow Obituary
Brian was born in Alexandria Bay on July 17, 1950, the eldest son of the late Gordon D. Cerow, Jr and Joanne (Burtch) Cerow. Brian graduated from the Eastman School of Music in Rochester and later moved to Penn Yan with his wife, Beverly, in 1980.
Brian was a jovial fixture within the produce department at P&C and lended his extensive musical talents to countless local concerts and productions. He also enjoyed umpiring high school girls' softball and belonged to the Four Lakes Chapter of NYS Softball Officials. He was dedicated to his family and especially treasured the holiday season when everyone could all be together.
He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Beverly Cerow; and son Ben Cerow, both of Penn Yan; daughter Abby (Miles) DeCastro of Potsdam; brothers Audie (Laura) Cerow, Bruce (Michelle) Cerow, and Todd (Lyn) Cerow, all of Clayton; sisters Cynthia (Don) Cwynar of Carpentersville, IL; and Sylvia (Jim) Hungerford of Webster; special aunt Helen Brennan of Clayton; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Family and friends may call at the Weldon Funeral Home, 102 E. Main St, Penn Yan, on Wednesday (September 4) from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 12 p.m. A luncheon reception will be held at the Moose Lodge, 301 E. Elm St, Penn Yan, immediately following the service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Brian's memory to the Humane Society of Yates County, P.O. Box 12, Penn Yan, N.Y. 14527 or to PYTCo (Penn Yan Theatre Company), P.O. Box 106, Penn Yan, N.Y. 14527. All donations to PYTCo will fund the newly established Brian Cerow Memorial Scholarship to honor his steadfast commitment to the local theatre and musical community.
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Barbara Pinckney
August 21, 2025
In 2012 before leaving my well-loved Penn Yan for Colorado, I made a guest appearance in that summer's PYTCO production of Pirates of Penzance. I was supposed to walk out to the center of the stage looking solemn and imperial. I did it but it was hard when I could so clearly see the ever smiling Brian at the piano, broad grin as usual on his happy face. Ah, Brian ...your whole being spelled J-O-Y. You are still sadly missed.
George Fairfax
September 5, 2024
Brian was our2nd baseman for Mario's softball team Seneca Lake State Park for many years. He was a valuable member of a wonderful group of guys who loved to play with each other.
Barb Hopkins
September 2, 2024
David and I knew Brian from working at Newark Florist back in the day, then would run into him in Penn Yan and various places over the years. He never changed. Always a smile and upbeat, with a funny take on life. As others have mentioned, he was one of the happiest and kindest people I have ever known. Rest in peace, Brian, and keep laughing.
Barbara Pinckney
August 31, 2024
My daughter Diana Dean and I send our condolences to Brian's family and friends from Colorado. We have many happy memories remembering Brian's musical talents at PYA Drama Club and PYTCO.
Barbara Pinckney
Michael A George
August 27, 2024
I was fortunate to play softball with Brian for a number of years - he was always supportive and a team player - after that he would come into Area R&M to locate music recordings and publications - always a joy talking to him - always a real good person - M. George
Mikey Schultz
August 27, 2024
Rip my friend Brain
Family sorry for your loss he was a good person
Charlotte Gillespie
August 27, 2024
Brian was one of the most up-beat people we ever knew. Bob and I are so saddened by his passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bev, Abby and Ben. Bob and Char Gillespie
Chuck Maleski- Seneca Falls
August 27, 2024
I umpired with Brian and you couldn´t ask for a better partner. I send my sincere condolences to his family on your lost.
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