Passed away peacefully January 11, 2023, age 80.
Survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Deloris; his children, Jennifer (Thomas) Gier, William (Danielle) Belair, Susan (Jeffrey) Gramowski, and James (Carey) Belair; his grandchildren, Jacquelyn Gier, Nicholas, Joseph, Michael W., Katherine, Madeline, and Michael R. Belair, Daniel and Elizabeth Gramowski; his brother-in-law, Dan Whipkey; his sisters-in-law, Diane Merkel and Kathleen (Ronald) Soule; and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his sister, Dolores Whipkey; and his brother-in-law, James Merkel.
Neil worked for the Rochester Button Company as a button designer, and later for Nationwide Precision. He will be remembered for his love of his family, sense of humor, ability to stretch a dollar, and a beer in his hand.
A celebration of life will be announced at a future date. Please check www.burgerfuneralhome.com for updates In support of Deloris, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Association Rochester and Finger Lakes Region, 435 East Henrietta Road, Rochester, NY 14620.
