In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a sister, Roberta Frost two brothers, David Black and Daniel “Danny” Black a baby sister, Madelene Black and his precious grandson, Emerson Robert Black at six weeks.īob was very involved in community activities. In addition to his wife of 48 years, Bob is survived by two sons, Jason (Becky) Black of Manchester and Andrew Black of Andover two brothers-in-law, Robert Frost of Dundee and James (Tammy) Criss of Arkport a sister-in-law, Linda (Thomas) Harding of Webster three grandchildren, Olivia Black, Sydney Black and Landon Black his dear friend and co-worker at Dresser for many years, Bob Shelly and several nieces, nephews and cousins. They settled in Andover shortly thereafter, much to Bob’s surprise since Scio and Andover were such rivals in sports.īob worked as an inspector at Dresser-Rand Corp. After his army tour, he started working at Big N in Hornell where he met Joanne M. He was a 1966 graduate of Scio Central School and later served in the United States Army from 1967-1970 with a tour in Germany. 14, 2020) after battling cancer for five weeks. “Bob” Black, 73, died at home on Monday (Dec. as “Poppy” to his beloved grandchildren, some things must remain a secret. The family will hold a celebration of life at a date to be determined. Gerry’s family cherished the times he would play for them at get togethers, his mom was especially proud of his talents. He was a musician at heart, even as his life and the music scene slowed he would occasionally perform at open mic nights. Gerry was ambitious, pushing himself to learn difficult music and was rewarded with a speed that was described as a “blur of movement.” He was also skilled in song writing and composed his own music. Gerry was most fond of rock and played many cover songs during the height of the 70s and 80s music scene. He was best known by friends for his time in the band “Sick Bitch,” of which he was a core founder. Gerry life’s passion however was playing lead guitar, an enthusiasm that led him to attend a cutting-edge rock guitarist school in Los Angeles, Calif. He had a soft spot for growing vegetables in his garden each year. He liked his time working with his log skidder in the woods and driving his Harley Davison motorcycle around town. Gerry enjoyed machines in both his professional and private life. He was predeceased by his father, Robert Phelps. a sister, Lori Ann Phelps of Wiscoy life partner, Barbara Bennett of Almond and several aunts, cousins and close friends. Gerry is survived by his mother, Phyllis Hunt of Plymouth, N.C. In more recent years, he worked at American Rock Salt as a roof bolter and later as a conductor for Norfolk Southern and heavy equipment operator at recycling centers. Gerry found himself in various positions throughout life, he worked at Petroleum Helicopters as a turboshaft engine test cell technician in Lafayette, La., became a certified marine mechanic at the Marine Mechanic Institute in Daytona Beach, Fla., started his own logging business, and was a bartender for Kenwood Hotel in Silver Springs. He graduated from Letchworth Central School in 1981. Gerry was born on Augin Warsaw to Robert John and Phyllis J. ALMOND – Gerald “Gerry” Robert Phelps, 59, passed away peacefully on Monday (March 27, 2023) at his home following a battle with cancer.
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