Philip G. Liberatore
1928 - 2018
Philip G. Liberatore
1928 - 2018
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BORN
1928
DIED
2018
Philip Liberatore Obituary
Pine Valley - Philip G. Liberatore of Pine Valley, NY passed away on Thursday March 1, 2018. He was born in Elmira, NY the son of the late Philip J. and Beatrice Liberatore on June 5, 1928. He was predeceased by his wife, Marilyn Blauvelt Liberatore, in 1994. His surviving family include sons, Jim (Debbie) Liberatore of Pine Valley, NY; Jan "J.K." Liberatore of Horseheads, NY; Scott (Cassie) Liberatore of Pine Valley, NY; and daughter, Susan (John) Slovak of Pine Valley, NY; grandchildren Krysti, Eric, Kym, Allyson, Jeremy, Justin, Samantha, and Kara; several great grandchildren and one great great grandchild; sister-in-law Doris (Charles) Kline; sister-in-law Betty Lindsay. He is also survived by his companion of over 20 years, Lury Wallenbeck and her family; also his extended family members Kyle Kohberger and Kyle Amberg. Phil was a tireless worker whose family and community were everything to him. He was employed by New York Telephone Co. (Verizon); a Veteran of the Korean War serving his country with the U.S. Army; a former Supervisor and Councilman of the Town of Veteran; former Scoutmaster of BSA Troop 41 at Ridge Road School; a Director on the board of the Telco Federal Credit Union; life member of the Telephone Pioneers of America; member of Montour Falls Moose Club and the Pen-NY Mixers Chapter of the Family Motor Coach Association. He enjoyed his time spent on the family farm in Pine Valley since 1937 and also on Seneca Lake at the family cottage since 1948. He was an outdoorsman, a builder, a farmer, and all around jack-of-all-trades. He built the family home in Pine Valley and started the Liberatore/Slovak Christmas Tree Farm in the 1950's. He was always working on a project and had one in the wings. He leaves behind a legacy of wisdom and practicality that he shared with his family who will carry on his projects. He will be greatly missed by all. It was Phil's request that private services be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements entrusted to the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY. Words of condolence and memories may be shared at www.lynchsfuneralhome.com
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Gordon and Rhonda Strait Standish
March 6, 2018
Jim, Debbie,Jan, and families...Please accept our condolences on the loss of your dad. Losing one's parent leaves an empty spot in one's heart....may your memories of him be your comfort at this time. Remembering you in prayers....
Kathy Rhode
March 6, 2018
So sorry to hear about the passing of Phil. He was a kind and gentle man .
Barb Kraus
March 5, 2018
I grew up on Smith Road. Always enjoyed going to the Liberatores. Marilyn always had some kind of goodies for us kids. Later I became the mail lady. So I got to see Phil and talk to him a lot. I loved showing up at his door and he d be in the apron baking or cooking something. Usually I left with a couple warm cookies. Phil was always busy working on something or sitting in the cool garage on warm summer days. I never heard any harsh words from the kind man. I will miss him and sending my love and prayers to the whole family. Barb Hilfiger Kraus.
Allan Atwell
March 4, 2018
I worked with Phil for a number of years with the phone company. He was a great guy and will be missed ...
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Rick Lindsay
March 3, 2018
So sad to hear of Uncle Phil passing, all our love to all.
Rick Holly and family
Audrey, Josh, Colton & Amelia Fisher
March 3, 2018
We were blessed to have Phil as a part of our family - such a sweet and caring soul. We will all miss him <3
Anne & Jim Longwell
March 2, 2018
Our sympathy to all of the Liberator Family. Phil was a wonderful man that we were blessed to have as a neighbor for 32yrs. We will miss him .
Jeff, mary and connor Wallenbeck
March 2, 2018
Such a gentle and caring person. Our prayers are with you.
Doug, Lauri and Zoey Wallenbeck
March 2, 2018
We are so sorry to learn of Phil's passing. Please know we are thinking of you. He was an amazing man and will truly be missed!
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