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Edward Lancer Obituary
Born in Seneca Falls on January 31, 1954 he was a son of the late Robert J. and Helen (Bree) Lancer. Besides his parents, he was also predeceased by his brother, Robert M. Lancer.
A graduate of Geneva High School, Ed has resided in Hammondsport since 1998 and was employed for 20 years at Shirley's Lumber in Bath, NY.
He enjoyed model trains and will be remembered for his "wry" sense of humor.
He is lovingly survived by his wife of 31 years, Debra Robbins whom he married in 1992; two sisters, Barbara Kinne of Colorado and Mary (Donald) Dunham of Geneva, NY; as well as several nieces and nephews.
To honor his wishes there will be no services.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may contribute in his memory to the Hammondsport American Legion, 8425 State Route 54, Hammondsport, NY 14840.
The Bishop & DeSanto Funeral Home, 35 Main St., HAMMONDSPORT is honored to assist Ed's family with the arrangements.
Online condolences or remembrances of Ed are welcome on the Facebook page of Bishop-Johnson & DeSanto Funeral Home or at www.bishopdesanto.com.
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Joshua Kinne
July 14, 2023
Most of my memories of my Uncle Ed involve holiday meals at my Grandparents house. Although he didn´t talk much, he was always there, and very much "family." One time, he took me upstairs to his old bedroom. He pulled a bin of comic books out from the closet, and gave them to me. Most of them are from the 60´s. I look forward to sitting in the garage, and going through the bin of comics with my children! Thanks Uncle Ed and rest in peace.
Barbara Kinne
July 13, 2023
We had 2 sets of tracks in our backyard in Seneca Falls. The caboose tenders used to throw candy to us every day. Behind the house on Castle Rd. In Geneva, we used to go "up the tracks" - to Devil´s Hill, 5th bridge, and beyond. Part of the allure was feeling the rumble and power of passing trains. Ed carried this with him his entire life.
Lyle Warren
July 12, 2023
Eddie was a hardworking, dependable, generous man of principle. He didn´t all say too much, but he never missed much either. He was a keen observer of people and his surroundings as evident by his wry sense of humor. Eddie was one of the genuine good guys.
Deb McLaughlin
July 8, 2023
There is the family you are born to, and then there is the family you make. Ed was part of my family. He is the person who introduced me to my husband! It was Summer 1979, and I had returned to Geneva. He and Tim (who had also returned to Geneva) were at Cosie's when my friend, Donna, and I stopped in. We walked over to say hello, and a short time later Tim and I started dating. Even though Tim and I moved around some, we always stayed in touch with Ed and Deb. I will always remember his smile, his strength of character. So glad we were able to spend time with him...many fond memories. He is greatly missed.
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