In loving memory of

William J. Garraty
December 30, 1932 - August 14, 2007

Tributes

Tammy Schuman wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"I am very sorry to hear about your father. My warmest thoughts are with you and your family."

Bill Garry, Jr. wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"From me and my family dad.. we will remember you always and may God bless you... rest in peace."

Kristin St. Germain wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"Our deepest sympathy is with Marilyn and the Garraty family at this difficult time. My great-uncle Bill was my only connection, other than my grandmother Dolores Garrity, to my grandfather Leo Garrity. Every time I saw Uncle Bill, which was usually at one of our family weddings, he reminded me so much of my grandfather in that he was a kind, gentle-hearted man. He will be missed. "

Brenda Eaton- Wood wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I recall many times seeing your dad when Sharlene and I were friends in high school. He always was so polite and pleasant. May he rest in peace."

John & Ginny Bauer wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your memories and love will help you through this."

Denise Kober wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"It's been a few months and I think of Uncle Bill very often. Now that he and Aunt Marilyn are together again I know they are looking down proudly at the wonderful family they have raised. My heartfelt sympathy to all. Denise and Bill Kober"

Marlene, Mark & Shawn McGarrity wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"Dad/"Pop-pop", We are grateful for the love you planted in our hearts-?as a father, father-in-law, and grandfather?-and nurtured in us through the self-less way you lived your life. Yours was truly a "good" life; not only in the fullness with which you lived yours surrounded by family, but also the joy left in the minds and hearts of all whose lives you touched along the way. We are also deeply saddened to have to say goodbye-?a moment that will forever remain in our hearts as being painful; and yet, at the same time, strangely comforting to have received your blessings. As your loving family has always been at your side in life, we know family now surround you in love and grace...and peace...with God. We love you, Dad...forever."

Sharlene, Myles, Sarah, and Isabelle Striebich wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"Dad/Pop-Pop, You will be missed always and your love will shine upon us until we are together again . Words can't begin to express the sense of loss and emptiness that we feel in your absence. God gave us a special gift ...you. You were a wonderful father and grandfather and will always be in our thoughts and prayers. May you be at peace. We love you. God bless. xxxx ooooo "

Joe Emery wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"I was an instructor with Bill in the Apprentice School at IBM, back on 1965. He was a great guy, and I offer my condolences to his family. I always remember him saying he was in the navy in the, "Days of wooden ships and iron men." Joe Emery"

Marlene, Mark & Shawn McGarrity wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"Dad/"Pop-pop", We are grateful for the love you planted in our hearts-?as a father, father-in-law, and grandfather?-and nurtured in us through the self-less way you lived your life. Yours was truly a "good" life; not only in the fullness with which you lived yours surrounded by family, but also the joy left in the minds and hearts of all whose lives you touched along the way. We are also deeply saddened to have to say goodbye-?a moment that will forever remain in our hearts as being painful; and yet, at the same time, strangely comforting to have received your blessings. As your loving family has always been at your side in life, we know family now surround you in love and grace...and peace...with God. We love you, Dad...forever."

Joe Emery wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"I was an instructor with Bill in the Apprentice School at IBM, back on 1965. He was a great guy, and I offer my condolences to his family. I always remember him saying he was in the navy in the, "Days of wooden ships and iron men." Joe Emery"

Linda Casciaro (Galizia) wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"My deepest sympathy, prayers and thoughts are with you Marlene and all of your family. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I am thinking of all of you and feel your sorrow. Know he will be watching over all of you and will be by your side when you need him. Sincerely Linda Casciaro (Galizia)"

Leslie Diamond Cook wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"I also went to school with Belinda and lost my dad before my daugher and I moved to Chicago. My sincere condolences on your loss. May memories help you through this sad time. Leslie Diamond"

Barbara, Michael & Skip Swain wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"Our prayers and thoughts are with the Garrity family as they struggle through another tough time. Although only meeting Mr. Garrity a few times at the lake we will all miss his smiling face and pleasant comments. Why hardship is so hard to deal with is a mystery but with all your friends support and prayers we will all survive to meet another day."

Chris and Linda Rodden wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the family."

Ray & Sally Buboltz wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"A wonderful,friendly man-great father, grandfather, and a truly giving indivual in the Town of Esopus."

debra avery wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"Mr. Garraty will be sorely missed by family friends and community. It was a privilege to know him."

Donna Carlton wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"I went to jr high and high school with Belinda...and although I no longer live in NY and havent seen her since HS, just wanted to pass along my condolences. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. It may not seem possible but you will make it thru this painful time...I know from experience..its not easy..just remember the good times...thats what helped me when I went thru this. God Bless!"

Joseph & Andrea Whittaker & Family wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"We have known the Garraty Family for a long time and we are so sorry to hear of Mr Garrity's passing. We would like to send our deepest sympathy to the entire Garrity Family. "

Charles J. Wang wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"Marilyn, Belinda,Marlene, and Sharlene, I am very sorry to hear about your Dad. I will keep in my thoughts and prayers. Charlie "

carl smith wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"I'll always remember the extreme patience bill exibited while he was our electrical instructor in the IBM apprentice school. We were a wild young bunch. Peace."

Sherri Tilstra wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"God Bless you and rest at peace. I will always remember your friendly and humerous personality - it was great!"

Peg wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"I worked with Belinda at Dutchess Physiatrics. I had met her dad on several occasions, one being the wedding of Belinda and Rich. My prayers and thoughts are with you all."

Maryrose Ligotino Faison wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"Just wanted to pass along my heartfelt sympathy to Sharlene and her entire family. Memories are wonderful they will bring you joy and your Dad will live on through them. Love, Maryrose"

Bill Garrity wrote on Apr 18, 2017:

"Dear Aunt Marylyn, My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. Uncle Bill had lived a good life and lived it to the fullest. He laughed alot and was great to be with. I will miss him as you will. Please remember that he wants you to be comforted at this time of grieving and I wish you and the family the best during this time. with love Bill Garrity"

Marlene wrote on Mar 17, 2013:

"My loving Dad, Happy St. Patrick's Day..this was one of your favorite holidays. Five years has past and I always put an Irish flag out for you and Mom. I Love and Miss You and Mom so very, very Much. God Bless you both. XOXO"