HOBERT L. GRIDLEY
GUILFORD – Hobert Lawrence Gridley, 82, of Guilford passed away peacefully Saturday, July 11, 2015 at Albany Medical Center.
He was born August 21, 1932, son of the late Lawrence and Nellie (Coe) Gridley in Bainbridge. Hobert attended Guilford Central Schools and worked on the family dairy farm. He served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1953-1956. He was awarded the National Defense Medal, Naval Occupation Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal and was honorably discharged at the rank of Corporal.
Hobert married Beverly Beckwith on March 22, 1958 in the Bainbridge Baptist Church. Together they raised a family, enjoyed camping and bowling. He was employed as a truck driver for the Victory Markets in Norwich for over 32 years. Hobert was a proud member of the Teamsters Union Local 182. He was also a member of the Leatherstocking Camping Club and the United Methodist Church in Guilford.
Hobert, having lived his whole life in Guilford, was often referred to as the “Mayor of Guilford”, enjoying coffee with his friends at the local store. He loved to sit, visit and get to know people. He also loved to ride and putter with his tractors.
Hobert is survived by:
Wife, Beverly Gridley, Guilford
3 Daughters, Caroline and Patrick O’Cain, Gambrills, MD
Cheryl Kazalski, Sidney
Cynthia and Grady Hendrickson, Franklin
Grandchildren – Rachel, Ryan, Jimmy, Brian, Mackenzie Hendrickson and Jason Budine,, Collin Hendrickson
Great Grandchildren – Amirrah and Breylin Budine
Sister – Jean and Bob Schermerhorn
Brother, Norris and Donna Gridley
Several nieces, nephews and cousins
He was also predeceased by his sister, Marie Gridley and Brother, Gordon Gridley
Friends may call Wednesday, July 15, 2015 from 7-9 PM at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel 21 Main St. Sidney.
A memorial service will be held Thursday, July 16, 2015 at 11:00 AM at the United Methodist Church of Guilford with Rev. Barbara Ibarra officiating.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church of Guilford PO Box 89 Guilford, NY 13780
Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.landersfh.com
Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel Sidney.