Gus’ Obituary It is with great sorrow that the family of Gus Pitcher announce his passing on March 27, 2019. Gus was born in Fulton on April 11, 1937. Gus was an amazing husband to his “bride”, Mary Ann, and Dad to Jeff and Lisa.
He was so very proud of his grandchildren and “greats”. For many years he was a machinist, following in the footsteps of his father. In 1963 he and his wife purchased a garage and worked together every day making a living and changing with the times.
He repaired cars, sold gasoline, and sold used cars and then recreational vehicles. He continued to be a master mechanic, especially loved working on old tractor and old cars. His granddaughter Nina worked with him at the garage during summer vacations.
He and his great granddaughter, Emily, worked together one summer restoring a 1963 Comet. It became a highlight of his week and a tradition that several of his friends would congregate at the garage for their Tuesday gab sessions. Gus was a graduate of John C. Birdlebough High School, class of 1955.
He was a founding member of ESTA Safety Park in Cicero. He was an honorary fireman of Phoenix Fire Department and a member of Phoenix VFW Post 5540 having served in the US Army during the Berlin Crisis. Gus was a 31-year member of the International Northeastern Harley Davidson Dresser and Touring Association, also an avid pool player having won many tournaments.
He took pride in having taught his grandson, Kirk, the fine art of playing pool. He was predeceased by his parents, Leroy and Lila Kellogg Pitcher; his son, Jeffrey in 2010 and his brother, Terry in 2017. He is survived by his wife, Mary Ann Bower Pitcher; daughter, Lisa Dunn and his “other son” Scott Dunn of Phoenix; grandchildren, Nina (Ben) Cook and Kirk Dunn of Phoenix and Tiffany (Jonathan) Stephenson of North Carolina.
Great grandchildren, Emily, Jordan, Jayden and Cole of Phoenix and Milo of North Carolina; his step-brother, Gary (Fran) Oakley and step-sister, Lynn (John) Halstead. Also, many cousins; nieces and nephews and friends bother in New York and Florida. Calling hours will be held Monday, April 1, 2019 from 12-2 and 5-7 p.m. at the Maurer Funeral Home Moyers Corners, 3541 State Route 31, Baldwinsville, NY 13027.
Funeral services will by Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial with Military Honors will be Saturday, May 11, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. in Phoenix Rural Cemetery. The family would like to offer a Special Thank You to the Syracuse VA Medical Center Staff of CLC on the 8th floor for their exceptional care.
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