Walter Komer

Age 85, resident of Caldwell Avenue, Elmira, NY and most recently Woodbrook, passed away on Tuesday October 2, 2007.Walter was born on March 29, 1922 in Elmira NY, the son of the late Andrew and Anna Komarnisky.Walter married Dorothy L. Clark and prior to her death celebrated 46 wonderful years of life and love together.He is survived by brothers John Komer, of Horseheads and Michael Komer of Elmira; daughters Kathleen A. Komer of Rocky Hill, CT,Dr. Claudia A. Lee of Park Ridge, NJ, and Elizabeth K. Krohn of Ithaca, NY, and niece Mary Ann Komer of Elmira.Walter was a decorated Veteran of the US Army, proudly serving his country during WW II.His hobbies included gardening, woodworking and enjoying the out-of-doors.Walter was an active member of St. Marys Roman Catholic Church and will be remembered for his community service and volunteer efforts.Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira, on Sunday from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, 11 AM at St. Marys Church, corner of Franklin and Fulton Sts., in Elmira.Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery.In lieu of flowers, those who wish to remember Walter may do so by making memorial donations to St. Marys Roman Catholic Church Renovation Fund, 224 Franklin St., Elmira, New York 14904.Those wishing may leave the family a Candle of Remembrance in Obituaries at www.olthof.com .