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Gary Lazenby Obituary
Friends may call Fri day, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Anthony Funeral Chapel, 2305 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY. A Memorial Service will be held Satur day, 11 a.m. at Atonement Lutheran Church, 1900 Westfall Rd., Rochester, 14618. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Atonement Luther an Church, St. John's Foundation, 150 Highland Ave. Rochester, 14620 or to Grace Commu nity Services, 1000 Elm wood Ave. Rochester, 14620.
Gary was an elementary school teacher at Cobbles Elementary School, Princi pal at Indian Landing Elementary School, Board Member at St. John's Home, Grace Community Services and Family First Federal Credit Union. Gary was also an active and beloved member of Atonement Lutheran Church. Gary lived life to its fullest by enjoying long bicycle rides, cooking and spoiling his grandkids.
He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Judy; children, Jon (Jennifer), Lisa (David Sommerstein), Paul (Lindsay) Lazenby; grandchildren, Jack, Aidan, Melina, Olivia, Hudson and Graham; brothers, Larry (Dianne) and Gail (Kathy) Lazenby.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Lazenby
David Thomas
June 15, 2014
I was in Mr. Lazenby's first 4th-grade class at Cobbles School, 1967-68, which I think may have been his first year of teaching. To have a male teacher was novel, but to have such a sensitive man providing warm, caring guidance was invaluable to me as a 10-year old. I had a chance to see and thank Gary a few years ago—during his last years at Indian Landing—and it was a joy to see him sending kids off on the bus at the end of the school day. I wasn't sure he remembered me, but I will always remember him, and very fondly. My sincere condolences to his family.
Mike & mayree Bernstein
June 13, 2014
Gary warmly welcomed our family when our 2 sons, Dave and Ben, started at Indian landing. He was the best principal they ever had. He knew all the children by name, and was so kind to each and every one of them. Our community is losing one of the very finest educators that ever was.
Bruce & Judy Rapp
June 4, 2014
Dear Lazenby Family, We are truly sorry for your loss of Gary. He was ALWAYS very kind to me and my wife and he will be dearly missed. He was an asset to ALL of us.
Judy & Bruce Rapp
Joe Palmisano
June 2, 2014
Dear Lazenby Family,
I am so very sorry to read of Gary's passing.
Have many happy memories of Gary and the Lazenby family from my Grant Avenue days. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Anonymous
May 31, 2014
I had the honor of having Mr. Lazenby as my fifth grade teacher at Cobbles 43 years ago. He was the most thoughtful, encouraging, fun teacher I ever had. As he spoke to you he made you feel like you were the only person in the room. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing.
John Dugan
May 30, 2014
When I think about the community he influenced, the school he managed, the church he supported, businesses he contributed, etc, it reflected his strong moral-fiber and quality of character, he was one-in-a-million, in a class all his own.
Roger Bush
May 30, 2014
Judy, So sorry to hear of your loss. He was a great man, husband, and father
May 30, 2014
At Cobbles, my children were not in his class, but had great respect and liking for him. Knew him as a colleague and always like to see him even after I moved up to the High School. He was an effective board member at FFCU-made me smile every time I saw his portrait.
Pat Schmeelk
Cynthia J. Black
May 30, 2014
Both of my girls, Donna and Anita Black, have fond memories of their school experience at Cobbles when Gary was a teacher. I had the opportunity to work with Gary as his secretary at Indian Landing School. Gary's positive attitude and love of children greatly enhanced the Penfield educational environment. Our love, prayers, and hugs to Judy and Lazenby families.
Cindy, Donna, and Anita Black
Emily Platt
May 29, 2014
Mr Lazenby was a great principal. He will be missed.
Cindy Strouse
May 29, 2014
Sorry for your loss. Brings back many fond memories of Gary and the Lazenby boys growing up on Grant Avenue. May you find peace.
MaryAnne Rowley
May 29, 2014
I first met Gary when I was hired at Cobbles from BOCES in 1981. Gary was a warm and welcoming mentor with an easy humor and an attitude toward children that I admired. He understood equality and 'fair' for all learners! Later as principal he led even the most challenging students to accept their own dignity and gifts with responsibility. All that knew Gary, are better for the experience! God bless his entire family, including his brother Larry, with whom I am now fortunate to be able to work with.
Patrick McGrath
May 29, 2014
The Board of Grace Community Services convened last evening. We said a prayer for Gary and spoke of his many gifts that he brought to us. He will be greatly missed.
"We thank you so much for the life of Gary Lazenby. Today we celebrate all that he has given us and the legacy of his life on earth.
Thank you for what a good friend he has been. We remember how he always supported us through the difficult seasons and rejoiced with us in the good times.
Thank for the ways in which Gary has given to our society. We think about what a kind and generous man Gary has been, and his love for community life. May his acts of service be a lasting light to us all.
We praise you Lord for the working life of Gary. We bring to mind some of his many achievements in helping people blossom through his teaching and leadership, and thank you for the countless blessings that he leaves behind.
Finally Lord, we are so grateful for Gary. We will always deeply treasure him in our hearts and give thanks for everything he has given us.
Amen."
Angie Metcalfe
May 29, 2014
My favorite memories of Mr. Lazenby are of him being the best principal I have ever had and how he helped me. I spent a lot of time in his office as a kid bit he helped better me.
Gretchen Baumer
May 29, 2014
My favorite memories of Mr. Lazenby are from Myrtle Beach spring break trips, Penfield 4th of July Parade and Friday nights at McArdle's Restaurant. I will always appreciate his generosity of spirit and love of life. He was one of the good guys. My condolences and love to the family.
Adam Benson
May 28, 2014
A tremendous loss to all those who never got to know him. He will be missed.
Debbie Hulse - Slais
May 28, 2014
When offered my teaching job 15 years ago; I was given the choice of 2nd, 3rd, 4th or 5th grade. I chose 3rd. Why? Because I had Mr. Lazenby for third grade! I remember how much I loved third grade; how he made each day fun, how he cared deeply for every child (how we got to use the "Speak and Spell"). The teachers we remember are the ones who touch our lives forever. I can only hope I'm half as good of a teacher as he was. Hoping happy memories fill your days to come.
Pam Erwin
May 28, 2014
One of the finest co-workers in the Penfield Central School District system. Gary will be sorely missed by all who have come in contact with him. My sincerest thoughts go out to his family.
Chris Raha
May 28, 2014
If a life, well lived, may be defined through the lives that are touched, through others who are perhaps better people for that contact - so seemed to me to be Gary's gift. Condolences to his family who worked so hard to light his journey home.
Jane LaVoie Fry
May 28, 2014
I have many great memories of growing up on Grant Avenue with Gary and the Lazenby family. My deepest condolences to Judy, Larry, Gail, and family. Life is too short. Rest in peace.
Beth Cook
May 28, 2014
I am very sorry for your loss. Mr. Lazenby was a wonderful principal. He was so caring and my son Adam loved him and Indian Landing school and so did I.
Kate DeFranza
May 28, 2014
I remember his starting as principle at Indian Landing the same year I started Kindergarten. He always had a smile. He will be missed.
R and J Medina
May 27, 2014
We have SO many fond memories of Mr. Lazenby, who was my teacher at Cobbles and the principal for our 2 children at Indian Landing. He was a complete natural with children and touched many lives. He one of a kind. Sending love and prayers your way. God Bless you all.
Greg, April, Mary and Ashley Genrich
May 27, 2014
My sincere condolences to the Lazenby family. Gary recently helped with my daughters first communion. He was so involved with the church community. He will be missed.
Susan Shippey
May 27, 2014
My daughter was fortunate to have Gary as her 6th grade teacher at Cobbles. He was very caring and helpful, a wonderful teacher. My sympathies to his family, such a loss.
Pat DeLuca
May 27, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a hero for both my sons who attended Indian Landing.
Daniel Fisher
May 27, 2014
Before moving school into another school district, I remember Mr. Lazenby calling me into his office at Indian Landing to provide some words of encouragement. He had just finished a lunch meeting and I recall him offering me the leftovers. As we sat there and chatted, I ate, and began to believe/feel as though he had done this all for me. Mr. Lazenby had a unique way of making his students feel valued and known. He was a gift.
Jennifer VanDerwarker Serventi
May 27, 2014
I was lucky enough to have him twice at Cobbles. What a great guy.
Dan Fisher
May 27, 2014
Before moving school districts, I remember Mr. Lazenby calling me into his office at Indian Landing to provide some words of encouragement. I recall how he offered me the leftovers from a lunch meeting he had just been a part of. As I sat there and chatted with him, I remember believing/feeling as though he had done this all for me. He had a special way of making his students feel valued and known.
May 27, 2014
You will be deeply missed.
Diane and Jerome Brown
Kim Schaff
May 27, 2014
What a loss to our community! Gary was a top-shelf educator, a witty, caring and kind man. My deepest condolences to his family.
Pat Clancy
May 27, 2014
Truly saddened by your loss, Gary will be miss by all that knew him and the smile he always had.
Pat Clancy
Children's Institute
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Will Heiligenthaler
May 27, 2014
I spent many a days in Mr. Lazenby's office as an adolescences enjoying peanut M&M's and wisdom. Great principal and an even better guy, he will be missed
May 27, 2014
Judy and family,
Gary defined a true educator and a compassionate person. My prayers are with all of you. Lisa McGinn
Bill & Mary Reifsteck
May 27, 2014
We enjoyed Gary's presence at many NYS Credit Union conferences. Gary is a super nice guy who loved life.
We will miss you Gary.
Cindy Fitzpatrick
May 27, 2014
Judy and family - prayers and thoughts are with you. Brighton will miss him at the many games that he often attended.
Ned Paulsen
May 27, 2014
My heart goes out to Gary's family and friends. He is one of the finest educators I have known and one of the finest human beings.
Florence Wright
May 27, 2014
A wonderful candle whose light will never go out.
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