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Michael Pethybridge Obituary
June 29, 1951 - July 14, 2025
Michael C. Pethybridge, 74, of Cayuga, passed away on July 14, 2025, in his home surrounded by his loved ones. Born in Auburn on June 29, 1951, Michael was the son of the late Charles Pethybridge and Gladys Clark Pethybridge Dixon. He was a truck driver for 53 years, a profession he truly loved. He worked for several companies, retiring from McLane Northeast and finding continued enjoyment working at Mapleton Ag.
Michael was also a farmer and beekeeper, caring for many animals and collecting some of the best honey.
Michael is survived by his wife and love of his life, Mary Beth Pethybridge; his children, Crystal Evener (Frank Morlock), Shelly Carnicelli and Jason (Kristy) Ciaschi; his stepchildren, Shelly Pethybridge and Sonny Pethybridge; his brothers, Ronnie (Jackie) Pethybridge, James (Rhonda) Dixon, Eddie Dixon, John (Carmella) Dixon and Dennis (Amy) Walowsky\; and sister Cathy (James) Atkins.
His grandchildren, Riley Evener (Sasha), Mitchell and Rachel Fredenburg, Zachery Valerino, Bella and Harper Ciaschi, and several other beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, Michael was predeceased by his wife, Cynthia Roberson Pethybridge.
Calling hours will be held on Friday, July 18th from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m., in White Chapel Funeral Home Inc., 197 South Street, Auburn N.Y. A funeral service will follow at 6 p.m., in the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donation may be made in Michael's name to Hospice of CNY.
To offer condolences please visit whitechapelfh.com.
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Nancy Caci
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Beth and family, so sorry to learn of your loss sending sincere condolences.
Nancy Caci
John and Debbie DeChick
July 18, 2025
Shelly so sorry for your loss
Lona Perry
July 18, 2025
RIP Mike my condolences to all the family sending healing prayers to all
James & Veronica Clifton
July 17, 2025
Our condolences to your family, R.I.P Mike
Debbie Chamberlain
July 17, 2025
Crystal and family sorry for your loss !
Rosemary and Tom Gregory
July 17, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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