February 13, 1938 - January 9, 2012
Age 73, of Spencer St., Pike, died January 9, 2012 at home under the care of his loving family and hospice.
He was born February 13, 1938 in Belfast, NY, son of the late Orlie and Helen Grant Wetmore. Eugene was a truck driver for Lapp Insulator Company for many years and also drove truck for Remington’s in Pike. He served as town justice for the Town of Pike for 20 years prior to his retirement in December. Eugene was active in boy scouts, was an avid boxing and football fan and loved spending time with his family and his special girl friends in Pike. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and was a member of the National Rifle Association. He missed his beloved dog, Lisa.
Surviving are his wife of 30 years, Vivian Epps Welsh Wetmore; his children, Lance (Kimberly) Wetmore of Perry, Mark Wetmore of Warsaw, Brian (Amy) Welsh of Belle Vernon, PA, Annette (Kevin) Cwiklinski of Perry, Theresa (Rudy) Damonti of Erie, PA, Yvonne Wolcott of Batavia, Patricia (Frank) Bellucci of Batavia, Rebecca (Scott) Kelley of Batavia, Gina (Barry Gurganus) Wetmore of Pike; 27 grandchildren; 21 great grandchildren. He was the grandfather of the late Andrew Wolcott and brother of the late Arlene (John) Jablonski and Mary Annetta Wetmore.
Friends may call Thursday 7 – 9 PM and Friday 10 – 11 AM at Robinson & Hackemer Funeral Home, 246 N. Main St., Warsaw where a service will be held immediately following calling hours on Friday at 11 AM. Burial will be in East Koy Cemetery, Pike. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Pike Community Church, 52 E. Main St., Pike, NY 14130.
January 12, 2012 : Calling Hours for Eugene Orlie Grant Wetmore - 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
January 13, 2012 : Calling Hours for Eugene Orlie Grant Wetmore - 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
January 13, 2012 : Funeral Service for Eugene Orlie Grant Wetmore - 11:00 AM
Jan 16.12 from rusty and family:
Sorry it took me so long to tell you all I'm so sorry for your loss. As I have not come to terms with my own loss. It is so hard for me to express myself. All I know is that Eugene and my dad were neighbors for years. Now they are neighbors again. So they have a lot of catching up to do. they are with us all everyday watching over us. They aren't that far away and are still there to listen to us. My prayers and sore heart are with each and everyone of you. So please let me know if anyone of you need anything even if it is just an ear or a shoulder to cry on. Love all of you.
Jan 14.12 from Michelle and Larry Brenann:
Dear Wetmore Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Eugene. He was a great guy. He did so much for the community. He will be greatly missed. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. If there is anything we can do please let us know. Love and God Bless.
Jan 14.12 from david crandall:
Wetmore Family,
My heart and prayers go out to you in your time of loss and grief. May God grant His grace, comfort and peace. In time, only precious memories will become even more precious when shared.
I played football on LCS's team in the early '50's when we were "really" bad but I remember Eugene as a quiet, low-key, friendly guy. From what I read, he was a very nice person, father and citizen. I hope that he was pleased with LCS's state championship win Thanksgiving week.
I've lived in Texas for over 50 yrs. but I'm still a Wyoming County guy in my heart..
May God Bless your family.
David Crandall
Jan 13.12 from sharon and judy(wetzel):
sorry for your loss, due too weather are unable too attend services but our thoughts are with you and your family. lov sharon n judy
Jan 12.12 from Dale,Sharon(Begnouche)Rissinger:
Gene was a longtime family friend.He drove truck with my father at Lapp years ago.He honored us at my parents passing.We will miss him.
Jan 12.12 from Dale& Sharo (Begnouche)Rissinger:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of lose.We will miss him very much.
Jan 12.12 from Norma Main:
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family through this difficult time. I was a very close friend with Arlene Jablonski and a close friend of the family. This is a very difficult time and we pray for the healing of your hearts.
Jan 12.12 from Dee Dolph and Family:
Vivian and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Eugene. May God Bless you you in this time of sorrow.
Jan 11.12 from Mark wetmore and daughters.:
I would like to thank every one for all the overwellming support, and kindness that countless people have shown in the loss of my dear Father to our family.
It gladdens my heart that Eugene wetmore has touched so many in a possitive way.
He will be missed by many, but I am honored to be his son.
Jan 11.12 from Debbie & Todd Frerichs, Relco Systems:
Vivian and family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Gene for many years at Relco Systems. Todd and I were blessed to have Gene marry us 14 years ago. I'm thankful that he touched our lives in many ways...No time on earth is long enough to share with those we love or to prepare our hearts for good-bye.
May you find comfort in your happy memories of Gene during this difficult time. God Bless.
Jan 11.12 from Judy Schmidt:
Gina, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jan 11.12 from Laurie Bellucci:
Patti and Family - Thinking of you at this difficult time. Its hard to loose a parent. He will be your guardian angel. Always remember the good times and keep those memories close to your heart. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jan 11.12 from Gillian Moore, Court Clerk:
Vivian and Family - I had the pleasure of meeting Judge Wetmore several times over the years at various trainings and meetings. He was always so friendly and helpful. I will always remember him for reaching out to me as a new court clerk and inviting myself and other court clerks to join the Magistrates for their meetings and trainings. He was someone you knew genuinely cared about his job as Justice. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please know if there is ANYTHING I can do to help, I am only a phone call away.
Jan 11.12 from Diane Bechteler:
Becky,
I am sorry for your loss; even when the death is expected it is never any easier. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jan 11.12 from Sharon True:
Dear Family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. You can not help but smile reading about him. What a person. Anyone that knew him was truly blessed. Now God needs him. He will live in your hearts forever.
Jan 11.12 from Carol Stonemetz:
I am so sorry that your loved one has been taken so soon. I'm praying for your family.
Jan 11.12 from Dennis and Deb Krawczyk:
We were so sorry to hear of Eugene's passing. We have so many fond memories from when we lived on Spencer Street. Our thoughts and prayers are with Vivian and the entire family.
Jan 11.12 from Sharon & Mary Bellucci:
Vivian,Frank,Patty & Frankie Paul:
We are so sorry for your loss. Gene was a wonderful man with a big heart. Remember, he will be your guardian angel forever. Our prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Frankie Paul-we know that "Papa Gene" loved you very much and will continue that love.