Michael A. Stavisky

Michael A. Stavisky Age 86 of Elmira, NY. Passed away May 12th, 2008 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center. Michael was the son of the late Anthony and Julia Stetz Stavisky. He was born in Lopez, PA November 26th, 1921. Michael is survived by his children Brenda Saxton of Horseheads, NY, Steven Walp of Horseheads, NY, Priscilla (Ron) Bradley of Sayre, PA, Lorrie (Joe) Raniewicz of Horseheads, NY; grandchildren: Heather, Jeffrey (Heather), Shawn (Sarah), Kyle, Jamie, Jennifer(Jason), Andrew; 10 great grandchildren; Sisters Helen Micholychak of Binghamton, NY, Eva Turner of Tonawanda, NY, several nieces and nephews including many loving friends and neighbors. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904 Thursday, May 15th, 2008 from 4:00PM to 7:00PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow in the St. Casimir Church, 1012 Davis Street, Elmira, NY, Friday, May 16th, 2008 at 10:00AM. Graveside committal prayers will be shared at the St. Peter and Paul Cemetery following the Mass. The Reverend Thomas OBrien celebrant.Michael is predeceased by his first wife Connie Mekos Stavisky, second wife Connie Rogers (Walp) Stavisky, Sisters: Rose Ottaviani, Theresa Thrasher, Anna Kille, and very special friends Ralph and Geri Setzer. Michael was a proud Army veteran of World War II, Communicate of St. Casimir Church, Member of the White Eagles Club, Polish National Alliance, Elmira Heights American Legion Post #154. Michael will always be known for his patience, kindness, being a loving person, who was giving in all respects. He enjoyed gardening, bingo at church, dancing, scratch-off tickets, and taking day trips around the area.In addition to working at the Remington Rand for 25 years, he also worked in the maintenance department of the Marine Midland Bank for 25 years. In lieu of flowers, please make memorials to the Building fund c/o St. Casimir Church, 1012 Davis Street, Elmira, NY 14901.