John R. Gailie

John R. Gailie

Of the Town of Cambria, NY, passed away Thursday, November 23, 2023 at his residence under the care of his family and Niagara Hospice.  He was born in Lockport, NY, on September 25, 1951, the son of the late Gladys [Smith] Gailie (Franklin) Minckley and John A. Gailie.

Mr. Gailie was a graduate of DeSales High School, Niagara University where he received his Bachelors and Masters Degrees and Niagara CCC with an Associates Degree in Science.

He was employed with the GM Power Train Plant in Health and Safety and Labor Relations for over 33 years,  retiring in 2008 and later became a welding instructor with BOCES in Medina.

He was a member of the Cambria Volunteer Fire Company and fire police since 2005.

Mr. Gailie enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, camping, woodworking and fixing things around the house.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years Beverly A. [Clark] Gailie, who he received a kidney from in 2005, his children Jennifer A. Springer, Carrie (Corey) Gordon and John (Missy) Gailie, five grandchildren Loralei and Emmaline Gailie, Greyson Gordon, Kai and Ani Springer, a brother James R. (Maryanne) Gailie, also many nieces and nephews.

His family will be present on Monday from 2-4 & 7-9 PM at the RHONEY FUNERAL HOME, 5893 Hoover Road, SANBORN, NY, where funeral services will be held on Tuesday at 10:00 AM, with Deacon Howard Morgan officiating.

Flowers are gratefully declined.  Memorials may be made in his name to Roswell Park Alliance Foundation.

Inurnment in Hillside Cemetery, Town of Cambria.

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