Lawrence A. Chilson

Age 83, of Pine City, NY passed away on Thursday June 15, 2006 at home, surrounded by his family. He was the son of Oscar and Florence Vargeson Chilson. Lawrence was a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who served in the South Pacific in World War II. He was a truck driver for Rubin Auto Parts for 25 years, a job he loved. Mr. Chilson enjoyed his hobbies of wood and metalworking. His main focus in life was his family. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Elizabeth; and his children; son, Wade of CA, son, David, his wife Kelli and their son, Daniel of NYC; son, Brian and his girlfriend Janet Williams; daughter, Catherine and her husband, Richard Todd of Pine City and their children Rachel, Eric, Helen and Kevin; brother-in-law, Roland Thomas; many nieces and nephews.Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. on Sunday June 18, 2006 from 4:00 to 6:00 PM with Funeral Service there Monday at 11:00 AM The Reverend Donald Rockwell will officiate, followed by graveside service in St. Peter & Pauls Cemetery, Elmira, NY with full military honors.Those wishing may leave a Candle of Remembrance for the family in Obituaries at www.olthof.com .