Harry Wild

Was born May 20, 1916 in Oldham, England the son of the late Herbert and Rose (McNally) Wild passed away peacefully after and extended illness on July 12, 2007 at St. Josephs Hospital at the age of 91. His sister, Alice Gressel predeceased him. Harry is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 65 years, Hazel (Weaver) Wild; beloved children and their spouses, H. Terry and Suzanne Wild of Magalia, CA; Linda Rose and Keith Osgood of Erin, NY; James and Sue Wild of San Ramon, CA; Thomas and Colleen Wild of Pahrump, NV; Robert and Susan Wild of Reading, CA; Jeanne and Daniel McGarvey of Horseheads, NY; Richard and Suzanne Wild of Rochester, NY; Patricia and Richard Olson of Horseheads, NY; adored grandchildren, Timothy, Kristopher, Cindy, Bryan, James, Scott, Melanie, Geoffrey, David, Ryan, Daniel, Ian, Corey, Graham, Richard and Kerry; along with 9 much-loved great grandchildren, four nieces and nephews. Harry retired from American LaFrance after 42 years of dedicated service. He was a Veteran of the US Army proudly serving his country in the 30th Division receiving the following accolades: the Bronze Star, 3 Purple Hearts and Belgiums Croix de Guerre medal. He was a faithful communicant and member of St. Marys Church. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY 14904 on, Sunday, July 15, 2007 from 2:00 to 3:00 PM. A Memorial Service honoring Harrys life will follow with the Reverend Richard Farrell celebrating his life. Interment will take place privately at the convenience of the family in Maple Grove Cemetery, Horseheads, NY. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Heart Association NYS Affiliate ATTN: Heart Gifts P. O. Box # 3049 Syracuse, NY 13220. A Candle of Remembrance may be left for his family in obituaries at www.olthof.com