Obituary of Gary Nicholas Polanko

Gary Nicholas Polanko age 65 passed away Sat. March 9 2013 at his home in Virgil N.Y. He was born Nov. 23,1947 in Cortland N.Y. to parents Mary Adshade Polanko and Nicholas Polanko. Gary graduated in 1965 from Cortland Senior High School. He was a proud member of the Matador Drum and Bugle Corp. After graduation Gary served in the Navy for four years where he was stationed on the air craft carrier Bon Homme Richard off the shores of Viet Nam. In the Navy, Gary became an electrician. Gary worked for many years as an electrician at Greek Peak Ski Resort and later retired from Gutchess Lumber. Gary was a member of the Cortland VFW for many years. He enjoyed fishing and spending time traveling in his RV. Gary is predeceased by his parents and survived by his sister Debbi Polanko,brother in law Ed Baker and brother Kevin Polanko. Also surviving are his nephew Jered Polanko-Baker, neice Hannah Polanko-Baker and cousins, Barry Williams (Joan), Marcia Powers (Ray), Susan Polanko and Kathy Polanko (Dave Knott). At Gary's request, there are no services. Wright Beard Funeral Home is assisting the family. to offer online condolences visit www.wright-beard.com To the Polanko Family; We are so sorry to hear of Gary's passing. He was a friend of my stepfather's and mother (Arlin and Agnes Tyler)and met Gary through him. And would see Gary and his wife Pam often through them. Gary was a fine electrician and did several jobs for us on the side over the years. He was a good man and willing to help anyone out in need. May you find comfort in your memories and in knowing others also thought well of him. Barry and Rose Fralick Gary was a friend from high school...he will be fondly remembered...my sympathy to family and his loved ones Kris Larsen