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John Telfer Obituary
NEW BALTIMORE - John A. Telfer, age 69, a beloved brother and loyal friend, passed away unexpectedly on February 8, 2025, while on vacation in Florida. He was the son of the late John C. and Nora (Gilleran) Telfer.
John retired after a distinguished 42 plus-year career with Conrail and CSX, continuing a proud family tradition, following in the footsteps of his father, John "Cy" Telfer, and his grandfather, Cecil Telfer, 50-year careers. He was also a dedicated veteran member of the Selkirk Fire Company No. 3.
He is survived by his brother, Joseph (Susan) Telfer.
John will be reunited with his adored wife, Carol (Dickus) Telfer.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Selkirk Fire Company No. 3, P.O. Box 95, South Bethlehem, N.Y. 12161.
A funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 10 a.m., at St. John the Evangelist and St. Joseph Church, 54 Herrick St., Rensselaer. Relatives and friends are invited and may visit with the family prior to the Mass at church, beginning at 9 a.m. Online condolences may be offered at www.wjlyonsfuneralhome.com
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Lynne Ross
February 17, 2025
Met John and Carol through Gregg and Jane. Had many fun times with them and Gregg and Jane at Loon Lake-enjoyed visiting in Florida and John and Gregg showing us Mt Dora and Lake Dora. John was always so kind, friendly, and helpful-may he be reunited with Carol
Steve & Jean Moreno
February 16, 2025
It was a pleasure to know and work with John and his wife Carol.
Our condolences to the Telfer family.
Rest In Peace John
Matthew Shortell
February 16, 2025
Worked and spent many hours with John on the golf course upon retirement and shared many luncheon times after our tedious golf rounds..He was quite the handyman and willing to assist without any talk of payment. Hopefully he´s enjoying his reunion with Carol his spouse and best friend. I will relish our fun times together and remember his sense of humor in the company of myself and, of course his lifelong friend Gregg. God bless and RIP John.....
Alice Stasky
February 15, 2025
John is already missed in Mount Dora. We looked so forward to his time in Florida. He was a kind and generous man and a great friend to our family.. His reunion with Carol is getting us through.
charles otten
February 14, 2025
Condolences to the Telfer family. Worked with John on the railroad long time. Very sad to hear that he passed.
mark "grubby" gravelin
February 14, 2025
so sorry to hear about john.....we worked at the railroad together for years and had many fun conversations. he will be really be missed. always even tempered and patient...a great person i am glad to have met and had a few beers with.
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