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O. L. Davis Fire Company posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
The O. L. Davis Fire Company, serving the Endwell community, expresses our condolences to the family of a great man, public servant, and community leader. We are sorry we will be unable to participate in his farewell service.
Tom Snethen, Chaplain
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James Cummings posted a condolence
Sunday, June 14, 2020
This is a great loss for the north country. I remember Bill as a teacher while I was a student at SLC many years ago. My condolences to his family. May the Lord help you through your sorrow and loss.
Jim Cummings - 1966 graduate of SLC and formerly of the North Lawrence community.
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Sue Porter posted a condolence
Sunday, June 14, 2020
While I never had the honor of meeting Mr. Demo, I have known his daughter, Beth, for many years. We met and served together through Special Olympics Florida, Pinellas County Chapter. I always so look forward to seeing her every spring when she comes down for the Yankee spring training games (although I am a die-hard Cubs fan!)and a Lightning hockey game or two and she always speaks so fondly of both her parents and other family members, often texting them during the games. I was so saddened for her when I received her message telling me of the passing of her Dad so suddenly. I lost my Dad very suddenly 39 years ago but still remember the shock and pain of that awful time so share your grief, Beth. May your wonderful memories of your Dad sustain you through this very difficult time. My deepest condolences to you and your family, my dear friend. Sue Porter, Largo, Florida
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Sharon Burl posted a condolence
Saturday, June 13, 2020
I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was truly dedicated to our community. He will be missed. I remember going to his store with my parents when I was young. My parents enjoyed attending his auctions with their food truck. Then I was honored to be a member of the same teaching staff with him at SLC. I have always enjoyed listening to his distinctive voice when he read at Sunday Masses. He has made such a positive impact on so many people throughout his life. May he rest in God’s peace and may God comfort you all.
Pamula Bradish Mcgregor posted a condolence
Saturday, June 13, 2020
our condolences go out to Mrs Demo and family. Ralph and I were so glad to talk with Mr Demo couple weeks back. Even over the phone and distance separating we could hear the "smile". He was such a great role model to the community.
Mr. Demo had the patience of a Saint , I can attest to that because I was one of those kids that challenged him in his early years of teaching.
when we moved to the stone house in Stockholm he would stop in and have a few stories and of coarse his tickets but more than that his friendship. He would almost always have to get home because Kathleen was baking up something wonderful and he loved talking about her great cooking.
God Bless
Pamula and Ralph McGregor
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Rosella Todd Valentine posted a condolence
Thursday, June 11, 2020
I served on the SUNY-Canton College Foundation with Bill for many years, and early on recognized him as a man totally devoted to his family, his community, and to SUNY-Canton. My sincere sympathy to the entire Demo family at the loss of a wonderful man. Those of us who were fortunate enough to know Bill, will sorely miss him in the years to come.
Rosella Todd Valentine
Leesburg, Florida
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Lynn Jock lit a candle
Thursday, June 11, 2020
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Helen & Joe Simms posted a condolence
Thursday, June 11, 2020
Our condolences to The Demo family. Bill was a genuine family man and community supporter. I will miss the conversations we had when he was selling his tickets. My wife, I, and my kids had him as a teacher, and he was one of our favorites. To Kathleen, Billy and Beth, thanks for sharing him with the community, as he definitely was dedicated to his endeavors. He will be greatly missed. RIP, Bill
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Georgia Macy posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
I will remember Bill as a gentleman and humorous fellow. Always had a smile and a raffle
ticket to sell.
Sleep well in God's hands.
Georgia
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Terri Clemmo posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
I met Bill while working at SUNY Canton, and saw him every year during my 30 years there. Little did I know, after I retired, that Bill would recommend me to be our parish secretary! Bill’s commitment to anything g he was involved in us a true statement of his loyalty to community and family. He was a great guy and I’ll miss him. Condolences to all his beloved family.
—Terri Sharlow Clemmo
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Kathy Forbes posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Kathleen,
Very sorry for your loss. Thank you for all the students your family has helped through the years.
With sympathy and appreciation,
Kathy Forbes
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Julie posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
The family of Louise and the late Joe (Joseph J.) Cook wish to extended their deepest sympathies to Bill’s family. Bill and Joe spent many weekends at the auctions and enjoyed each other company. Besides the auctions, local high school hockey was also a good conversation. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
And we will always hear Bill say “sold for $1.00 to Joe Cook”
Louise Cook and family
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Tim Brown posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
My condolences to the entire Demo family. I was struck with great sadness at hearing about Bill's passing. He has been a great supporter of the SLC softball program and I could never thank him enough. The Brasher community has lost a great man who did so much for everyone. He was always proud of his family and his community. He will be greatly missed.
Tim Brown
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Lora Brown posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Bill will ALWAYS be remembered. He was Mr. Brasher Falls to everyone who knew him. And if you ever went to an auction and it got to out of control you can still hear him "People,People ! " And we would all get quiet and some would giggle. So many memorys but I am very sure once in the loving arms of Jesus, Bill heard the words of our Lord proclaim, "well done my good and faithful servant". He was a mighty example to all of Christian living.
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Andrew Losey posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Mr
Demo was a great teacher and friend. I'll miss him r.i.p
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Robbie Roach posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Our thoughts are with Mr. Demo's family and friends. He always had a smile and a friendly word to say when we would see him. We will keep you all in our thoughts at this difficult time. Love, Rob and Sue Roach
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Jim Reome posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
RIP Bill. Thanks for the memories. Talking Yankee Baseball to Mr. NNY Yankee. Coaching Little League. Trips many many times to watch the Expos. Years of Thursday night poker. Good conversations always. I have no doubt you showed up upstairs with a roll of raffle tickets in hand. You raised a good family. Kathleen the perfect partner. I can smile thinking back Bill. Some good times for sure. RIP.
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Robyn Cayea- Sheffield lit a candle
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
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Our thoughts & prayers are with the family of Mr. Demo. He was a great teacher and a special man! God Bless you all in your time of need! Rodyn Cayea-Sheffield & family ( a student of his, class of 82)
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Donald Mitchell lit a candle
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
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Dear Kathleen and family we are so sorry for your lose. Everyone is going to miss Bill. He was a great man. Sincerely, Don and Linda Mitchell
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John Friot lit a candle
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
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My sincere condolences to the family. I first met Bill while I was a TV photojournalist and he was a Town Board member. I can honestly say I have never met anyone who was so dedicated to his community, youth and his family. His tireless compassion for everything he felt important in life set an example for all of us to follow. I consider myself blessed to have been able to cross paths with him over the years and cherish the memories of our our conversations. Fly high my friend.
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John & Linda perry lit a candle
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
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To the family of Bill ,we are sorry to hear of the passing of a very outstanding man we have enjoyed many conversations as well as laughs with Bill threw the years .We were always looking forward to the car show as Bill would be the number one person who would welcome us upon arriving there.please take comfort from each other to know that Bill has left his mark in so many ways and will fly high as we all are left with the memories of knowing a true leader. John and Linda perry
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John Dawson posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Mrs. Demo, Bill, Beth and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Demo’s passing. I have so many wonderful memories of him as my teacher, little league coach, trips to see the Montreal Expos play as well as many conversations in the years since. Including him working hard to convince my son that he should play baseball. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Dawson
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Grace Vesper posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
I served on the SUNY Canton Foundation Board with Bill. It was a pleasure knowing him. I never attended a function at the colle okge that Bill wasn't also at that we didnt have a conversation and he didn't have a raffle ticket to sell. We always laughed about it and I would ask him, " what do you want me to donate my money to this time" as I never won. Bill will be greatly missed around the SUNY Canton College. I will miss seeing him at their functions. My prayers go out to his family. RIP my friend.
Grace E Vesper
Foundation Board Member
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fay hazen posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Kathleen & Family, we are so saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He was always so full of life and had such a great smile. He will be certainly missed by his family & community.
Dianne & Fay Hazen
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Tiphanie McCray posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Condolences to family, friends and loved ones. A teacher remembered.
Tiphanie McCray
New Mexico
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rlgeiser@twcny.rr.com posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
My sympathies to the Demo family. He was dedicated to all of the passions he possessed, and was always working toward a better community, and did it with a smile. He will be sadly missed!
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Chris Bernard posted a condolence
Wednesday, June 10, 2020
Mrs. Demo, Beth, Billy and the entire Demo Family,
I am so sorry for you all. For 11 years, I was very fortunate to have the opportunity to see Mr. and Mrs. Demo weekly, practically from the last snowfall-nearly until the first flake of the next season. To this day, I remain grateful for the kindness and graciousness that you both showed me throughout that time. Mr. Demo's honest, direct, sincere and thoughtful manner was something to be admired. His quick wit, mischievous smile and distinctive laugh was something to be enjoyed. Brasher Falls has been incredibly lucky to have had many exceptional people dedicated to making it a special place. But I cannot believe that anyone was more devoted to our community. Mr. Demo's humility and pride were the backbone of his constant endeavors to help others; while his bold but friendly demeanor found a way, to sell that ticket or secure that donation, to be certain funds were raised to the benefit of the cause (even if that meant reaching deep into his own pocket). Without fanfare, he simply lead by example influencing others to follow his standard. As such, he will remain an inspiring figure even in his passing.
But I will greatly miss him.
Wishing you strength and peace during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Chris Bernard
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Betty Barnes posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Kathleen,Bill , Beth and family....so sorry to learn of your loss. Bill was a one of a kind, not only to his family but to the community. He will surely be missed by all, but you and the community have great memories to remember him forever. He was a great person to know and was my pleasure to have known him.Last time I saw him, he was selling tickets, but so was I...I think we traded them...lol Thoughts and prayers sent to you at this time.
Betty Barnes
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Chris Felix posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Mrs. Demo, Bill and Beth, we are so sorry to hear about Mr.Demos passing. I had him as a teacher. I was one of the lucky young men to work for Bill during his auctioning days. The work was hard at times,but it was always fun to talk baseball with him. I remember one time when he had tickets for the Montreal expos and he asked me to go with him and that's a memory I'll cherish forever. Again, we are sorry for your lost.
You are in our prayers.
Chris and Heather Felix
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Marti King MacArthur Posted Jun 10, 2020 at 9:17 AM
To all of the Demo family, I am so sorry for your loss of Bill. I have been on the SUNY Foundation Board and Planning Comm. with Bill for many years. He was always a pleasure to talk with and always happy to see everyone. He will truly be missed. May your wonderful memories help your hearts heal.
Marti King MacArthur
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Tracie Barnes posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Mrs. Demo, Beth and Bill,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Demo. I always loved running into Mr. Demo when I went to Brasher. He aleays had a story to tell and a ticket to sell. I am sure he has figured out a way to sell tickets in heaven...and I am positive my dad is one of the first ones in line! Heartfelt condelences and prayers to each of you. Tracie Barnes
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Mary Beth (DeShane) Tollise44 posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
My deepest sympathies to the Demo family. Bill was a great man & old friend of my parents Doug & Etta DeShane. Lots of good ole memories of him from way back. God Bless.....
Mary Beth (DeShane) Tollise
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Bob Beckstead posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Bill was the epitome of a true gentleman. His contributions to the community are numerous and an inspiration for others to follow. He will be sadly missed by many. My condolences to the Demo family.
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Dawsen Deshane posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
So sad to hear about Mr.Demo. He was my 7th grade teacher. He was my dad’s auctioneer in 1969 when we sold out to move to Florida
All my best regards
Dawson Deshane and family
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Jerry Hourihan posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Kathleen and Family,Our sincerest condolences to you, Bill was,a family man, a most loyal teacher and leader in his community,His love for baseball was 2nd to none,Our years playing for SLC and the Tri- Town Triplets will never be forgotten .RIP Bill
Jerry and Shirley Hourihan
Jason Martin posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Dear Demo family sorry for your passing of a great man. He was great man to stop and talk with and was great to go with my great Aunt Margaret Disotell to his auctions when he had them. Nice to see when he stop by Northern Merchant also, I am sorry for your lose agian
Jason Martin
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Terry Finazzo posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
I remember what a great ball player Bill was. I tried to play catch with him once and I couldn't see the ball! And when I managed to catch a couple of balls, it really hurt! We were playing ball near the store. Bill saw us and came out to play for a bit. I loved going to the discount store. They had so many things there. I also attended several of his auctions over the years. Bill was a true friend of the community and will greatly be missed.
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Candace Riggs planted 2 trees in memory of William Demo
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
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Mr Demo was a great teacher and Just a great person he did so much for everyone!!! My prayers and thoughts to the family and community!! Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Sandra LaShomb lit a candle
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
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SO SORRY TO HEAR OF BILLS PASSING< HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN< WHO REALLY ENJOYED GIVING AND HELPING THE COMMUNITY TO GET WHAT THEY NEEDED. HE SEEMED FUL OF JOY ALL THE TIME: ALWAYS WITH A SMILE ON HIS FACE AND DID AN EXCELLENT JOB< NO MATTER WHAT IT WAS HE DID. HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY PEOPLE AND WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN BY MANY. MY thoughts and prayers go out to the DEMO families. R.I.P. BILL
FROM SANDY DAVIS LASHOMB AND FAMILIES
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Sandra LaShomb lit a candle
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
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William and Lisa Deshane and family posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Demo family at this time. Mr Demo was a very kind man and an excellent teacher. He will be missed by many...
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Lucille Jock posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Sincere Sympathy and Prayers at this most difficult time . I always enjoyed visiting with Bill at The Brasher Falls Community Health Center and when he went to visit my Dad at LBSH . Tri-Town lost a very valuable member of their society
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Alvina Bradish posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
My deepest sympathy to Kathleen BillJr. And Beth,. He will surely be missed by many. You,re in my thoughts Kathleen.
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Nichole Fullerton posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
My heart is broken with the news of his passing. One of the joys of my job at SUNY Canton is talking to alumni and Mr. Demo was a very special one to me. He always welcomed me with a hug, had a smile that lit up the room but was accompanied with the mischievous twinkle in his eye. Those who knew him or had the chance to speak with him were better people because of those moments. RIP Mr. Demo and I’ll save that next nonalcoholic beer for us when we meet again!
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James F. Hidy Posted Jun 9, 2020 at 5:57 PM
I had the esteem honor of knowing Bill through working with him and Jim Dawson while I served as mayor of Massena. Bill was not only a great councilman for the Town of Brasher, he was also great friend to many ...... A true gentleman who I will miss dearly. Sincere condolences from the Hidy Family.
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William and Shirli e Crump posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.. Bill will be greatly missed by many..
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Jim & Val Jackson posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Our condolences to Kathleen Billy Jr and Beth. You had one of the greatest men in your life as your husband and dad. We always will remember his smile and wit. He will be missed by everyone - forever.
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sandra robinson posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
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My thoughts and prayers go out to his family i will always remember his smile and his positive outlook. He was a good man who loved to help others and was very caring person. He will be greatly missed. .
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mary anne seguin posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Kathleen, Billy and Beth,
So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. May the memory of his life, sustain you.
Mary Anne & Bill Seguin
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Brad & Cindy Smith posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Kathleen, Bill Jr. Beth, we were deeply saddened to hear of Bill's untimely passing. He was truly one of Tri-Towns finest. He always exuded such pride in his family, his religion and his community. He will be missed by one and all, but always in our hearts. Definitely one for the ages. God Bless.
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Amy posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Mrs. Demo and family, the Hornung family would like to extend our sincerest condolences to you all. At SLC, Mr. Demo taught most of his social studies lessons to me as an auctioneer. He had a quick wit and always had a smile on his face.
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Brad Fletcher, NYSP, Retired posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Sincere condolences. What a wonderful individual. If St. Peter, is the next raffle winner, we know Bill hit him up, on his way through the Pearly Gates. Prayers to the family.
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Gerald Diles family lit a candle
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
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I can recall entering Stewarts and seeing Bill with his always present raffle tickets. I would jokingly turn on one heel and he would yell out my name. So like always i would buy what I could afford and sit down for a quick chat. w
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Marie Scheening posted a condolence
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
I bought a raffle ticket at Seacomm in Potsdam from him in February and chatted with him for awhile. He was always doing good things for the community and St. Patrick's Church.
My condolences to you Mrs. Demo, Beth, Bill and family. Marie (Murcray) Scheening
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Darren Wilson planted a tree in memory of William Demo
Tuesday, June 9, 2020
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Mrs. Demo, Beth and Billy, On behalf of my entire family, I want to express sincerest condolences on your loss. Mr. Demo was just the best. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Tuesday, June 9, 2020
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