Addison Mcdowell Kendall

Was born January 5, 1914 in Elmira, the son of the late Arthur A. and Fanny (McDowell) Kendall, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, March 6, 2017 peacefully at his home at the age of 103. His first wife, Sue Emily Kendall, second wife, Flora Hall Kendall, and son, Arthur R. Kendall preceded him in death. He is survived by his loving companion of 21 years: Amy Blake; daughters and sons-in-law: Carolyn and Gary Erickson and Susan and Dave Eichenauer; daughter-in-law: Sondra Kendall; grandchildren: Kelly (Don) Lawrence; Lee Saginaro; Arthur (Margaret) Kendall Jr.; Kary (Karen) Erickson; and Mark (Sherri) Erickson; along with 10 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Addison retired from NYSEG after many years of dedicated service as a senior power engineer. He was a faithful 60+ year member of the North Presbyterian Church, an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed his favorite activity, square dancing. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY on Thursday, March 9, 2017 from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. Funeral services honoring this centurion will follow the visitation at 4 PM. The Reverend David Presisendanz will officiate. Interment will take place Friday, March 10th in the Woodlawn Cemetery at 11:00 AM. Addison's tribute wall may be signed in obituaries at www.olthof.com. Thank You The Kendall family wishes to express their sincere appreciation and gratitude to all of the caregivers who unselfishly cared for Addison these past several months.