Burial services private for David Herlehy, 86

David K. Herlehy, 86, of Ilion, and formerly of Old Forge, passed away Thursday, September 29, 2011, at St. Lukes Medical Center, New Hartford. David was born March 22, 1925, in Little Falls, NY, the son of the late David P. and Anna Kane Herlehy. He received his education in the Little Falls Schools.

David was a veteran of WWII serving with the US Army from 1943 to 1946. On November 20, 1946, he was united in marriage with Beverly Wood at the First Presbyterian Church in Ilion.

He was employed as a supervisor with H.P. Snyder for many years until the company closed, and then for three years with Beechnut in Canajoharie.

In 1986, David and his wife retired to Old Forge where he worked for 17 years at the Thendara Golf Course Pro Shop. After his retirement from the golf course, David and Beverly returned to Ilion.

He attended St. Bartholomew Catholic Church in Old Forge. He was a member of the Little Falls American Legion, a life member of the Thendara Golf Club, and the Little Falls Municipal Golf Course. He enjoyed building and repairing golf clubs, as well as bowling and walking.

He is survived by his wife, Beverly; his daughter, Gail A. Herlehy, of Utica; a sister-in-law, Virginia Reynolds, of Ilion; and nieces and nephews, Sharon and her husband, Thomas Vorce; Linda and her husband, Jim Marco; Phyllis and her husband, Bill Laymon; Donald and his wife, Terry Reynolds; and Timothy Herlehy. He was predeceased by two brothers, Richard F. and Daniel P. Herlehy.

In keeping with David’s wishes, there are no calling hours. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. Friends are asked to consider memorials to their favorite charity in David’s memory. Arrangements are with the Whiter – Hendrix Funeral Home, Inc. of Ilion. To light a candle please go to: www.whiter-hendrix.com.

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