Milton Crate Obituary
Tuesday September 23, 2025.
Predeceased by his wife, Marlene Crate.
Survived by his son, Steven J. Crate. Friends, Sally and Jerry Bropst. Many friends.
Friends are invited to call 11-12 noon Tuesday September 30, 2025 at New Comer Cremations and Funerals, 2636 Ridgeway Ave. A Memorial Service will begin at 12noon following visitation. Interment Riverside Cemetery.
He was a retiree of Eastman Kodak Co., a retiree of the Air National Guard in Niagara Falls, as well as the US Air Force as an Aircraft Mechanic Specialist. He will be sadly missed by many that knew him. Milt loved working with wood, making signs, and various creations of his own. He loved remodeling around the home and spending time with Marlene and Steven.
In lieu of flowers, friends may make contributions to The NYS Veterans Home in Batavia, NY at: https://apps.health.ny.gov/nysvets/web/or by mail to NYS Veteran's Home, 220 Richmond Ave, Batavia, NY 14020 in memory of Milton.
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