John T. Wadsworth
John T. Wadsworth
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The son of the late Robert L. and Elma Taylor Wadsworth, he was born Feb. 4, 1940, in New York City. He received his primary and secondary education at Ethical Culture Fieldston School; his formal education at New York University (mathematics), doing graduate studies at Columbia University (linguistics); served two years in the Army and married Rose Cupaiuolo, Nov. 27, 1968.
Before his retirement, Jack had been an executive with Bankers Trust Company/Deutsche Bank in New York, for 35 years. A true Renaissance Man, he held positions there, first in computer programming, then in finance and, finally, in corporate taxation, ultimately becoming Managing Director and head of the Bank's Tax Department. During his many years at Bankers Trust, he was known for his easy wit, unpretentious manner, business savvy, dedication, and the "vault" of information _ on every topic under the sun _ that was his mind. He was self-taught in these fields.
Jack also possessed a flair for foreign languages, and communicated well with people during his international travels.
Maintaining a weekend home in Delhi over 20 years, taking up permanent residence following retirement in 2001, Jack's devotion to his passions of music, woodworking, gardening, literature, and the wider worlds of the arts and sciences brought him and those around him much enjoyment and enlightenment, and gave him incredible value as a member of many Delhi area non-profit organizations. He served as president of the Little Delaware Youth Ensemble, Friends of Music, and Delaware County Historical Association, as well as on the board of directors of Honest Brook Musical Festival and Delhi Senior Housing, and the Meredith Dairy Fest committee.
Surviving are his wife, Rose C. Wadsworth; was predeceased by a foster-brother, Theodor Bicos, who is survived by his wife, Maria, and family of Utah; three nieces-in-law and other relatives, as well as numerous friends who will greatly miss him.
Memorial services will be at a later date in the spring.
Contributions in Jack's memory to Little Delaware Youth Ensemble, P.O. Box 206, Oneonta, NY 13820, will be appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to Robert A. Peet, Hall & Peet Funeral Home, Delhi.
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Kenneth Ma
March 8, 2008
Rose,
It was a great shock to receive your note about Jack's untimely passing. Winnie, Juliana, Andrew and I are immensely saddened to recieve the news.
Jack was the fondest part of the memory of my Bankers trust days. He was of towering statue in warmth, intellect and phisique. He took a new, hesitant, culturally out of his water, new colleague under his wing.
Not being able to visit with Jack regularly was the biggest disadvantage of my moving out to San Francisco. But, everythime I visited New York, I would make a point to see him at his Bankers Trust office. We would pick up without missing a beat!
The untimely departure of Jack has left a big hole in my heart. I shall always miss him!
Rose, please let me know if we can be of help.
Ken
Joyce Rosely
February 26, 2008
Uncle Jack was a special person to so many on so many levels. He always left you with a calm that so few can replicate. He touched so many lives and I feel privalged to have been his niece. My thoughts go our to Aunt Rose for being the strong woman that was always behind him. He knew how strong you are.
Abby Goldman
February 19, 2008
Dear Rosi:
I am very saddened by your beloved Jack's passing. I will remember him as an intellectual and kind person, ready to talk politics, finances, music and travel all before going to work in the morning, and at your wonderful gatherings.
Love, Abby
Bonnie Aitken
February 18, 2008
Rose
Jack was such an asset on our Dairyfest committee, and was so much fun to work with as well. We will miss his humor and great ideas. God bless you.
Bonnie and Richard Aitken
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Abby Rand Bob Hollingsworth
February 16, 2008
Rose,
As your 12th floor neighbors in
Manhattan, we remember Jack for his warmth and wit as well as his skilled service as a bosrd member for Schwab House. We often recall Jack holding forth in a rocking chair at our then annual New Year's Day parties that, alas, we no longer hold. Our thoughts are with you and please, if you are ever in the city, let us know.
Abby & Holly
Michele & Kevin Mason
February 14, 2008
Rosie,
Kevin & I are always here if and when you need us. We will remember Jack as he was and love him all the more. Our hearts are with you.
Donna Fisher
February 14, 2008
Rose,
We have such wonderful memories of our fun and learning with you and John during his years on the American Bankers Association's Tax Committee. From his interest in tax (including Sub S, which he simply enjoyed for the pleasure of learning it) to hearing about making ketchup on your farm, he always had sparkle. We will miss him, but that sparkle with stay with us. Our thoughts are with you.
Peter Bracci
February 13, 2008
Rose
All of the Bracci family are saddened to have heard of Jacks Passing. He left his mark on our community a very good and caring man. We have all been enriched by knowing him.
Our thoughts and prayers are also with you during this time.
God Bless You
Peter J. Bracci
Dick Mason Rd.
Delhi
Harry and Susan Montgomery
February 13, 2008
Rose:
I worked with John for about 30 of his 35 years at Bankers Trust and feel very sad about his loss.
We will miss him very much.
marcella gonzalez
February 13, 2008
Rose
I'm sorry to hear about Jack's passing. He will be missed. My condolences to you and the family.
Marcella
Friends of Music
Chuck Wheeler
February 13, 2008
Rose,
I was deeply saddened to hear first of John's illness and then of his passing. You know far better than any of us what a wonderful man he was but I could never thank him enough for the intellectual gifts he gave me; a love of the Brandenberg concertos and chamber music along with a passion for the works of Patrick O'Brian, Jane Austin and Dorthy Sayers. Plus just chatting with John about any subject. I will miss him.
Florence Brown
February 13, 2008
Dear Rosie,
I wanted to let you know that my thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Jack will be greatly missed by all. You take care and know that you are in my thoughts.
With deepest sympathy,
Florence & Carl Brown
Sophie MacIntyre
February 12, 2008
Jack will be greatly missed. Thanks for all the wonderful memories on Bell Hill.
Love, Sophie
Christie Campbell
February 12, 2008
Rose,
I'm very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. My deepest sympathy to you.
I will always remember how kind you and Jack were to my dad, John Raitt.
Elizabeth Hawley
February 12, 2008
Dear Rose, Having met you through Allison, I know how generous was your husband. He always left his New York newspapers or periodicals when he visited for the residents to read. Sincerest sympathy.
cassey foster
February 12, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
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