Hemlock/Spencerport: At age 79, Jerry passed peacefully at his home on March 18, 2022. He was born on December 9, 1942 in Rochester, NY to the late Frederick and Helen (Dougherty) Wiesner. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his brothers, Joseph and James Wiesner. Survived by sons, Stephen J. (Gina) Wiesner and Jeffrey Wiesner; his longtime partner, Pammy Granger and her son Jonathan Granger; sons; grandchildren, Joey Wiesner, Tiffany Matteson, Trevor Wiesner, and Jamie Wiesner; great-granddaughter Kendall; brother David (Patti) Wiesner; devoted caregiver Kari Cassady; also survived by nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. In the early years Jerry operated a couple successful ARCO service stations in North Greece and Spencerport, NY. During this time he found his love of auto racing, competing at local tracks in the Street Stock Division, and later helping his brother Dave get started in racing. In the late 70’s, a full time position at the Spencerport Central schools opened up as a bus mechanic, where he had worked part time. He sold the service station and never looked back. After retiring from Spencerport Schools, he continued driving school bus part time for Livonia and Honeoye Schools. During his free time in the winter months he could often be found snowmobiling in Redfield, NY. Whether he was tinkering in the garage or tending to his vegetable garden, he had an attention to detail that was hard to duplicate.
Jerry’s Funeral Service was held March 22 at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc, Livonia. Interment will be held privately. A Celebration of Life Gathering was held immediately following the Funeral Service. Contributions may be made to the Ontario-Yates Hospice, 756 Pre Emption Road, Geneva, NY 14456 in his memory. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
