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Tyler Etzel Obituary
Formerly of Monroe, NY & Town of Woodbury
Tyler Adrian Etzel Sr., 78, passed away peacefully at home in Wallace, NC, on Wednesday, January 30, 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was a former resident of Monroe and the Town of Woodbury.
Tyler was born in Newburgh to the late Alfred Charles Etzel and Elizabeth Tyler Etzel.
He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Lorraine O'Neill Etzel of Wallace NC; his children, Deborah A. Etzel, (husband, Joseph Ausikaitis) of Fairfield, CT, Tyler A. Etzel Jr., (wife, Linda Zulich) of Monroe, Kathleen E. Stoltz of Spring, TX, Barbara E. Caropolo, (husband, Michael) of Wilmington, NC; and five grandchildren, Ashley Ausikaitis, Mark Stoltz, Danielle Stoltz, Matthew Caropolo and Anthony Caropolo. He is also survived by his brother, Alfred C. Etzel Jr. (wife, Olivia); sister, Cornelia Harvey (husband, Harry); and many nieces and nephews.
Tyler attended Monroe High School and received a degree in Poultry Science from Farmingdale State College in 1949. He operated Ace Farm Inc. first with his father and brother-in-law Roland Grindrod, and then his son Tyler Jr. and nephew Michael Grindrod for more than 55 years. He was an active member of the community throughout his life. Tyler was a certified Emergency Medical Technician who served on the Woodbury Volunteer Ambulance Corps for 30 years, during which time he held the positions of President, Chief of Drivers and instructor. He was a member of the Orange County Farm Bureau for many years and served on their Board of Directors. Tyler was named Outstanding Young Farmer of the Year in 1965 by the Warwick Jaycees and was a member of the Mountainville Grange. Tyler was a longtime member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Highland Mills. For much of his life he was an avid tennis player at Orange Hollow and any court he could find in good weather, playing 2-3 times a week.
Visitation will be held on Monday, February 4 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Smith, Seaman and Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Home, 117 Maple Ave., Monroe. A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, February 5 at 10 a.m. at St. Patrick's Church, 448 Route 32, Highland Mills, with interment following at St. Anastasia Cemetery in Harriman.
The family would like to thank the Lower Cape Fear Hospice for the wonderful care and support they provided.
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be made to the Lower Cape Fear Hospice Center, 2222 S. 17th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401.
Funeral arrangements were made by Smith, Seaman & Quackenbush, Inc. Funeral Homes, Monroe. www.ssqfuneralhome.com or 845-782-8185.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tyler Etzel
Bill Cavanagh
February 7, 2008
Hi Debbie and family, My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Tyler was one of the pillars of the community when we were growing up. His tireless devotion to the ambulance corps was amazing! He will be missed!
Best regards
Al Moeller
February 7, 2008
So sorry to hear about your loss. Tyler was a dear friend over the years. Since we moved, we lost contact. Please give everyone our condolences from Al and Myrna from Eagle Auto Electric.
Cyndi (Hoffer) Beres
February 5, 2008
I am sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of the egg farm, and Mr Etzel ( Or was it Unlce?) bring me the prizes two yoked eggs. They were such a treat and I felt so special. My condolenses to the family.
Marilyn and Jed Dare
February 4, 2008
Dear Barb and family,
As you know, Jed and I can relate to how you're feeling right now. Your time with your Dad sems so short, but your memories of him will keep him alive forever. Our prayers are with everyone in your family.
Love,
Marilyn
Anne Harvey Watson
February 4, 2008
Aunt Lorraine, Debbie, TJ, Kathy and Barbara Jean:
My sympathies in this difficult time. I'm sorry that I will not be able to attend the services.
Donna Genovese
February 3, 2008
I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to your family. Although I only knew Tyler on a casual basis, through the farm and then at the health club, I always found him to be a real gentleman with a very calm demeanor. I am sure that he will be missed.
bruce bennett
February 3, 2008
My condolences to the Etzel family. Tyler was a good man.
Elizabeth Taylor
February 2, 2008
Mrs. Etzel and family,
I am very sorry to hear of Mr. Etzel's passing. I remember him as a pleasant and hard working person who was very kind to me when Debbie and I used to play around your house. I am sorry that he battled with cancer. As a cancer survivor myself, I know that it is a challenge. I am sure he met it with bravery and good temper.
Sincerely,
Betty
Robert and Jean Lewis
February 2, 2008
Lorraine and Family, Jean and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy Tyler was the most honorable person we have ever known,as a. true friend he will be greatly missed by everyone he has touched.
Betty & Jim Martin
February 2, 2008
We knew Tyler for many years. Our deepest sympathy to Lorraine and family.
Pam Humbaugh
February 1, 2008
Deb and Barb-
Wanted to let you know that mom (Mavis) and I will be thinking of you at this difficult time.
Pam
Bob & Tracy Kassel
February 1, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Mr. Etzel was a kind, genuine and well-liked member of the community. We will fondly remember he and Mrs. Etzel dancing so beautifully at the ambulance corps dinners. The ambulance corps people always knew we were in good hands when Tyler showed up on a call. He was very calm and capable. He will be missed.
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