Wilbur D. Kreisler

WILBUR D. Bill KREISLER,Of Laurel Street Was born June 14, 1928 in Stoney Fork, PA the son of the late Steven and Hazel (Benjamin) Kreisler passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2008 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility at the age of 79. On September 25, 1949, Bill married Doris Heller in Elmira at the Southport Presbyterian Church. They enjoyed 58 wonderful years of life and love together prior to her passing November 4, 2007. Mr. Kreisler is survived by his loving sons and daughter-in-laws, Jerry and Nancy Kreisler of Elmira, NY; Edward and Jill Kreisler also of Elmira, NY; Douglas and Jennifer Kreisler of Jordan, NY; much loved grandchildren, Joseph (Kristeena) Kreisler, Mickey (Pam) Kreisler, Daniel and Craig Kreisler, Eric and MacKenzie Kreisler, Bethanie and Natalie Emerick; adored great grandchildren, Derek and Kayla Kreisler, Madilyn Kreisler; beloved brother, Donald (Marian) Kreisler of Bradenton, FL; sister-in-law, Betty Heller of Manlius, NY; along with several nieces and nephews. Bill was employed by the A & P Company for 40+ years, retiring as store manager from the West Elmira branch. He was an avid New York Yankee fan and enjoyed working in his wood shop in his spare time. He was a wonderful father and grandfather and will be deeply missed. Family and friends are invited to call at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira, NY on Wednesday, April 9, 2008 from 1:00 to 3:00 and 5:00 to 7:00 PM. Funeral services celebrating her life will follow the visitation. (7 PM) The Reverend Ross Raymond will officiate. Interment will take place privately at the convenience of his family in the Woodlawn Cemetery Elmira, NY. Memorial donations in Bills name may be directed to a charity of ones choice.an Olthof service