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Gilbert Janauer Obituary
Dr. Gilbert Janauer, of Vestal, NY, died on Thursday, February 13, 2014 at his son's home in Long Eddy, NY. He was born on February 26, 1931 in Vienna, Austria, the son of Josef and Margarethe Janauer. He received his Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Vienna, Austria. Gilbert and his family came to the United States in 1962 and he worked at Clarkson College in Potsdam NY, then was a professor of chemistry at Binghamton University. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed hiking, biking, skiing and other activities. Unfortunately, he suffered a traumatic brain injury on July 31 1988 and spent the last 25 years fighting to recover from this injury. Gilbert never recovered from his injuries, but was able to spend the last two years of his life at the home of his son. Gilbert is survived by his wife, Marianne; his son, Gerald Janauer and wife Ann; as well as his brother, Georg and wife Johanna living in Vienna, Austria; and his niece, Susanne; nephews, Michael and Andreas, also living in Austria. Gilbert is also survived by his four grandchildren, Kevin, Karen, Christine and Katie; and five great grandchildren, Vayda, Donald, Kyle, Arya and David. There will be a Memorial Mass at The Family Foundation School Chapel, Chapel Hill Rd., Hancock NY, on Monday, February 17 at 4PM. Burial will take place at Greensprings Natural Cemetery Preserve, Newfield NY at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, February 18. For more details of services please contact Henderson-Biedekapp Funeral Chapel in Hancock, NY.
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William D MacDonald, Prof Emeritus Geology, Suny Binghamton
February 9, 2022
I was among the six or so lucky faculty individuals in the 1970s to benefit from Gil Janauer's ski instruction on the gentle slopes of the Binghamton campus. In later years I was fortunate to try the slopes at Aspen, Whistler, Gray Rocks and many other winter wonderland slopes. I have always been grateful for Gil's cheerful encouragement in those early steps on Suny's gentle slopes.
rosmarie morewedge
March 9, 2015
Dear Marianne, Gerald and Ann,
it has been a year now that Gilbert is no longer with us. I know that you are continuing his ideas in education--building on the tradition he created, but adding your humanistic leadership and experience. My warmest wishes are with you.
peg johnston
February 24, 2014
What a long struggle Gilbert had! I remember his smile and friendliness. He was a great friend and professor to my father, Bob Johnston. Our families are ever connected and we offer our condolences at this time.
Dr Frank Gilroy
February 23, 2014
I was saddened to hear of the death of Dr Gilbert Janauer. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
Sarah Leonard
February 22, 2014
Marianne, I am so sorry to hear of your dear husband's passing. He was so fortunate to have such a loving and faithful wife as you. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Love Sarah
Eugene Stevens
February 21, 2014
Marianne, Gerald, and Ann,
Please accept my condolences on your loss. Gil was a wonderful and valuable colleague in the Chemistry Department.
Anna Tan-Wilson
February 19, 2014
To Marianne and Family:
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. Gil was one of the two Chemistry faculty members who taught Analytical Chemistry to Biochemistry majors at SUNY Binghamton, while we taught the Biochemistry courses. We will remember him as he was in those years.
Karl Wilson and Anna Tan-Wilson
Dept of Biological Sciences
SUNY Binghamton
February 17, 2014
To Marianne and Family:
Sincere condolences on the loss of your husband, father, relative, Gil. Gil and I arrived at Binghamton at about the same time, about 1965. Shortly after, Gil offered to teach
faculty how to ski, giving about a dozen of us lessons, through many sessions, on campus. He was a generous and pleasant colleague, with a ready smile. I missed seeing him after his accident, and I am saddened by his passing.
Bill MacDonald, Prof. (emeritus) Geological Sciences, SUNY Binghamton.
Elaine Schmitz
February 17, 2014
Gerald,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. May your fond memories comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Murnal Abate
February 17, 2014
Gerald:
My condolences to you and your family at this time of great loss.
Donald Brister
February 17, 2014
Marianne,
I offer my sincere condolences for you and your family, who lost a dear man, who suffered so much after his tragic accident in 1988. I remember traveling with you to Cortland in 1989 or 1990 when Gilbert was a patient at what was Highgate Manor nursing home, where I had spent six months as a patient in 1987/88.
Linda Lisman
February 17, 2014
Marianne and family,
We are thinking of you and your family at this very sad time.
Linda and Steve Lisman
Rosmarie Morewedge
February 17, 2014
Dear Marianne, Gerald and Family,
I remember Gilbert before he suffered his accident and will continue to think of him. Your loving car is a model for all. My deepest sympathies.
Rosmarie
February 16, 2014
Gil and I spent many hours conversing many years ago on many topics. I remember his most fondly. Augie Mueller
February 16, 2014
Marianne, Georg, and family,
I am thinking of you and fondly recall connections with you Janauers. I hope the loss of Gil will bring some peace.
John Titus
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