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Gary J. Klenovic
September 5, 1950 ~ May 13, 2016 (age 65) 65 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Winton (Win) Cornell
May 19, 2016 2:27 PM
Sorry to hear of Gary's passing. My sister, Denise Hutchings, told me about it last Saturday.
Gary and I knew one another in the Bridge. mainly in the mid- to late-60's. I remember him for his smile and our competition to see who could do the most pull-ups on a bar he and his Mon fashioned in a door frame. Both of us were embarrassingly bad at it = worth a BIG chuckle. Loved his Mom, too...she also gave the bar a regular try! Bigger chuckle.
I did stop by the R&W a few times (over the years) when visiting my older sister (Roseann Snashall) in the Bridge. Gary was always on the move, and when not roaming the store he was carving meat like a surgeon. Sorry to have missed you so much man..I've .always had a fond spot for you in my heart.
Your friend, Win
Gary and I knew one another in the Bridge. mainly in the mid- to late-60's. I remember him for his smile and our competition to see who could do the most pull-ups on a bar he and his Mon fashioned in a door frame. Both of us were embarrassingly bad at it = worth a BIG chuckle. Loved his Mom, too...she also gave the bar a regular try! Bigger chuckle.
I did stop by the R&W a few times (over the years) when visiting my older sister (Roseann Snashall) in the Bridge. Gary was always on the move, and when not roaming the store he was carving meat like a surgeon. Sorry to have missed you so much man..I've .always had a fond spot for you in my heart.
Your friend, Win
Message from Tim Bradley
May 18, 2016 12:38 PM
I am so sorry to hear of the great loss of a dear friend. We grew up together and spent a lot of time playing golf, even if I won sometime, and many days of fishing. Sure going to miss a good friend and a part of Chenango Bridge. Rest in peace my friend.
Message from Lil Barron
May 18, 2016 12:01 PM
Jo Anne,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Lil and Rich Barron
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Lil and Rich Barron
Message from Paul Hughes
May 17, 2016 2:19 PM
So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Growing up in Chenango Bridge and playing lots of baseball with and against Gary. He was a fixture as was the Red& White. It was always great to go up to the Bridge and run into Gary at the store. He was just a good person who had physical problems that he would never mention. RIP to a good man.
Message from Ginny Amato
May 17, 2016 10:04 AM
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ginny
A candle was lit by Don
on May 16, 2016 10:34 PM
Message from John Kopyar
May 16, 2016 10:00 PM
JoAnne, sorry to hear of Gary's passing. I will be ever so grateful that I had the opportunity to have worked with the both of you. I appreciated all the time that Gary invested in me to set my career path. he was a great friend and mentor. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Jon and Carrie
Message from Karin & Jim O'Brien
May 16, 2016 2:43 PM
Joanne and Family:
We are so sad to hear of your loss. When Gary was behind the butcher counter he was usually answering questions about the proper way to prepare a certain piece of meat. If he knew you were a Giants fan or your husband was he always struck up a conversation about them. He's a great individual and sadly will be missed by us all.
Sincerely,
Karin & Jim O'Brien
We are so sad to hear of your loss. When Gary was behind the butcher counter he was usually answering questions about the proper way to prepare a certain piece of meat. If he knew you were a Giants fan or your husband was he always struck up a conversation about them. He's a great individual and sadly will be missed by us all.
Sincerely,
Karin & Jim O'Brien
Message from Lisa Hagen
May 16, 2016 1:01 PM
Dear Joanne and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was such a good man....I have so many fun memories working with him at the Red and White. I remember his laugh so well :). You are all in my thoughts and prayers...
Lisa (Lazo) and Don Hagen and family
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was such a good man....I have so many fun memories working with him at the Red and White. I remember his laugh so well :). You are all in my thoughts and prayers...
Lisa (Lazo) and Don Hagen and family
A candle was lit by Maralena Dropp & Family
on May 16, 2016 9:15 AM
Message from karen ralston
May 16, 2016 7:50 AM
Deepest condolences to you Jo and your entire family---I did not know your husband but our last conversation was about his recovery---so sorry for your loss and just know he is out of pain physically and his spirit will continue to touch MANY lives!!! R.I.P. Gary
A candle was lit by karen ralston
on May 16, 2016 7:46 AM
A STRUCTURED DESIGNÂ IN RED AND WHITE was sent by Bob, Carole and Sara Terpak on May 16, 2016
Message from Linda Pert Handlin
May 15, 2016 11:02 PM
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with your family.
Message from Cat Robinson
May 15, 2016 7:11 PM
Joanne and family, my family and I are so very sorry to hear of Gary's passing. The store was a staple of ours since we were young kids. Mom always enjoyed seeing Gary. We are thinking of you and wishing you comfort and peace.
Message from Dan Powell
May 15, 2016 6:37 PM
Jo Anne, I was so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. It had been a long time since we had shared a laugh but it is amazing how often I thought of him. My memories of Gary go way back and are great fun to relive. I will cherish those forever.
My prayers are for you and your family
My prayers are for you and your family
Message from Joe and Donna Possemato
May 15, 2016 3:24 PM
Joe and I are so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Joe has known Gary for many years through friends at Delhi and Darlings Meats. Praying for peace and comfort for your entire family.
Message from Joe and Donna Possemato
May 15, 2016 3:24 PM
Joe and I are so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. Joe has known Gary for many years through friends at Delhi and Darlings Meats. Praying for peace and comfort for your entire family.
A candle was lit by Kathi Beadle
on May 15, 2016 3:03 PM
Message from CATHY L (McLean) Wood
May 15, 2016 12:30 PM
JoAnne & family,
Prayers for you all during this time of grief. At least now Gary's suffering is over. I lived in the bridge for twenty years and the store was a godsend for our family. Now you employ my son MATT. I did not know Gary very well but I do remember that smile & his kindness to the patrons of the store. May God ease the pain of your grief and guide your family through these difficult days.
Sincerely...Cathy L McLean Wood
Prayers for you all during this time of grief. At least now Gary's suffering is over. I lived in the bridge for twenty years and the store was a godsend for our family. Now you employ my son MATT. I did not know Gary very well but I do remember that smile & his kindness to the patrons of the store. May God ease the pain of your grief and guide your family through these difficult days.
Sincerely...Cathy L McLean Wood
A GARDEN PATH was sent on May 15, 2016
Our sincere sympathy goes out to your entire family- thinking of you. Robert J Hanafin a division of Insurance Office of America - Debbie Blanchard and staff
A candle was lit by Bob and Cyndi Cruty
on May 15, 2016 8:17 AM
Message from Sandy Mayo
May 15, 2016 8:16 AM
Joanne and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing, I know how difficult this is for you and your family, but I am sure he is at peace and whole again.
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing, I know how difficult this is for you and your family, but I am sure he is at peace and whole again.
Message from Michelle Sanford (Hazilla)
May 14, 2016 10:04 PM
Klenovic family,
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Gary was a kind man to work for. He always wanted to know how the workers were doing and cared about our lives. He will be missed.
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Gary was a kind man to work for. He always wanted to know how the workers were doing and cared about our lives. He will be missed.
Message from Tim and Sue Brown
May 14, 2016 6:33 PM
Dear JoAnne......Sue and I write to offer our heartfelt condolences to you and your family following the death of Gary. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. We thank God for the gift of Gary's life.
As children, Gary and I first met in the late 50's while playing Little League baseball in Chenango Bridge. He pitched for "The Red & White" team and I was a catcher for the "CB Fire Company" team. A wonderful chapter of life. Perhaps he is pitching in heaven too.
May your heart be filled too with wonderful loving memories of Gary.
As children, Gary and I first met in the late 50's while playing Little League baseball in Chenango Bridge. He pitched for "The Red & White" team and I was a catcher for the "CB Fire Company" team. A wonderful chapter of life. Perhaps he is pitching in heaven too.
May your heart be filled too with wonderful loving memories of Gary.
Message from Leslie (White) Zylka
May 14, 2016 4:18 PM
I am so sorry to hear of Gary's passing... For many years, Chenango Bridge was my home and the Red and White was my children's (Jennifer, Emily, and Michael) first real job. I always enjoyed our conversations along with a great corner store offerings. Gary and Jo Anne gave many of the Bridge kids their first working experiences. Please accept my sincere condolences to his family. He will be missed.
Message from Susan Ernstrom Roberts
May 14, 2016 2:12 PM
Dear JoAnne and Family,
I'm so very sorry to hear about Gary's passing. My thoughts are with you all. Hugs.
I'm so very sorry to hear about Gary's passing. My thoughts are with you all. Hugs.
Message from Terry B. Hall
May 14, 2016 12:44 PM
My condolences to Gary's family and many friends! I worked at the Red & White in the 1960s, and it was always a hoot when I would get back to the area to stop in there. While so many small, locally owned grocery stores failed across our nation over the past few decades, the Red & While, under the Klenovich family management, carried on. It always made me smile to see Gary behind the butcher counter, the spitting image of his Dad! It sounds like he lived his life with love, caring and integrity. I am sure his death marks a huge loss for many!
A candle was lit by Jody Jagger Micilcavage
on May 14, 2016 12:14 PM
Message from Nancy Sayer Enright
May 14, 2016 11:32 AM
Jo Anne,
I'll never forgot when you and I were tellers at Marine Midland and Gary would come in with the deposits for the Red &White. How both your faces would light up the minute he walked in. You two built a beautiful life together and I'm sorry he was taken from you too soon. Please know that you and your family, as well as your store family, are in the thoughts and prayers of many.
I'll never forgot when you and I were tellers at Marine Midland and Gary would come in with the deposits for the Red &White. How both your faces would light up the minute he walked in. You two built a beautiful life together and I'm sorry he was taken from you too soon. Please know that you and your family, as well as your store family, are in the thoughts and prayers of many.
Message from Dave Crerar
May 14, 2016 10:24 AM
JoAnne, I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a good Man. Dave
Message from Wendy Auchinachie
May 14, 2016 9:44 AM
JoAnne and family,
I was so saddened to hear of Gary's passing. He was such a kind, gentle, giving and friendly man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. May the memories you all have bring you some peace and comfort.
I was so saddened to hear of Gary's passing. He was such a kind, gentle, giving and friendly man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. May the memories you all have bring you some peace and comfort.
A candle was lit by Cavanagh Family
on May 14, 2016 9:02 AM
A candle was lit by Jeff Randall
on May 14, 2016 8:36 AM
A candle was lit by Ryann and Pat Hughes
on May 14, 2016 8:22 AM
Message from Rita and Tom Macko
May 14, 2016 6:38 AM
Joanne and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. He will always be remembered for how kind he was to all and we considered him a friend as well as a neighbor.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. He will always be remembered for how kind he was to all and we considered him a friend as well as a neighbor.
Message from Barbara Fortunato
May 13, 2016 10:23 PM
JoAnne and family:
I am so sad to hear of Gary's passing. A tremendous man in so many ways. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in your memories. Rest in peace Gary.
I am so sad to hear of Gary's passing. A tremendous man in so many ways. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in your memories. Rest in peace Gary.
Message from Amy Schoonover
May 13, 2016 9:56 PM
Klenovic Family-
I send my deepest condolences to you all after hearing about Mr. Klenovics passing. He was a warm, kind and wonderful man. You are all in my thoughts.
-Amy Schoonover
I send my deepest condolences to you all after hearing about Mr. Klenovics passing. He was a warm, kind and wonderful man. You are all in my thoughts.
-Amy Schoonover
Message from Nancy Adams-Smith
May 13, 2016 9:49 PM
JoAnne,
I was so sad to hear of Gary passing. I always enjoyed the short conversations we had when in the store. He will be missed and I want you to know I am thinking of you.
Love,
Nancy A. Smith
I was so sad to hear of Gary passing. I always enjoyed the short conversations we had when in the store. He will be missed and I want you to know I am thinking of you.
Love,
Nancy A. Smith
Message from Kelly Mayo
May 13, 2016 9:36 PM
It is with a heavy heart that I send hugs to JoAnne and the family. I have such fond memories of Gary.....he always carried a genuine smile, even when we were making trouble at the store. I am grateful for the wonderful sense of support and responsibility he taught so many of us and it was a pleasure to have known Gary. So sorry for your loss.
Message from Melissa Brown (Andrus)
May 13, 2016 9:27 PM
Jon-
So incredibly sorry for all you're going through. My heart aches with you!
Xo,
Melissa
So incredibly sorry for all you're going through. My heart aches with you!
Xo,
Melissa
Message from Ashley Collingwood
May 13, 2016 8:55 PM
YOU will be missed dearly Gary!! Must say you and Joanne were two of my favorite people to work for... so sad to hear you have passed. Prayers to the family and may God rest your soul. xoxo
A candle was lit by Chris, Kristen and Kaylee Mayo
on May 13, 2016 8:54 PM
Message from Kim Hope
May 13, 2016 8:41 PM
So very sorry JoAnn. Can't imagine what "the Bridge" would be like without Gary starting the business. He had a huge impact on our little community. He was a great man. Our thoughts and prayers to your family!
Message from Gary Corey
May 13, 2016 5:04 PM
Jo Anne,
I am so sad to hear of Gary's passing. He was a great man and leaves a wonderful legacy in the Chenango Bridge area.
Julie and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
Gary Corey
I am so sad to hear of Gary's passing. He was a great man and leaves a wonderful legacy in the Chenango Bridge area.
Julie and I would like to extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace.
Gary Corey
Message from Jeff, Gwyn Oakley and family
May 13, 2016 9:37 PM
Joanne and family:
We are so sorry to hear about Gary's passing. We keep you all in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sadness and in the days that follow.
Jeff, Gwyn Oakley and family
We are so sorry to hear about Gary's passing. We keep you all in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sadness and in the days that follow.
Jeff, Gwyn Oakley and family
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