Obituary of James "Pat" Puerile
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James Patsey Puerile (Pat)
January 1, 1932 – August 10, 2016
In 1965 Pat married the love of his life Freda and they celebrated their 51st wedding anniversary this year. As a Father his children would say there was none better. He was always there with a hand or advice when it was needed. Pat and Freda raised 7 children: James A., James P., William, Christopher, Mary, Dale and Denise. He is survived by 6 of them today. Pat is also survived by 10 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren. Pat is also survived by his only sister Grace Lee of Bainbridge NY.
Pat served 13 years for his country in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged in 1962. He then eventually settled in at Jennison Station in Bainbridge and retired after 23 years. Pat was a member of the local Elks Club, Moose Club and the American Legion. Pat was once an avid golfer and loved to play cards. He also loved to be with people and finding ways to bring people together.
Friends are invited to call on Monday August 15, 2016 from 2pm – 4pm and 6pm – 8pm at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main St., Sidney. Funeral services will be held Tuesday August 16, 2016 at 10:00 am at Sacred Heart Church, 15 Liberty St., Sidney. Burial with military honors will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery in Bainbridge.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that memorial donations be directed to the Sidney Elks Lodge 2175, 104 River St. Sidney, NY 13838. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.landersfh.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney.