Obituary of Irving Carruthers

Irving W. Carruthers 95 of Cortland passed away Tuesday February 28, 2012. Irv was born March 17, 1916 in Cortland the son of the late Thomas and Nancy Mann Carruthers Irv was a life long resident of East Ave in Cortland. He served is country with the US Army Air Force during WWII being stationed in North Africa, Italy , France and Germany. He had been employed for over 35 years at Brewer Titchner. He was an Avid Syracuse University Football Fan. Irv is survived by his son Douglas (Joanne) Carruthers of Cortland, 4 grandchildren 1 great grandchild, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents Irv was predeceased by his wife of 69 years Helen, brothers Christopher, Thomas, George, and Stanley, and his sister Elizabeth Baker. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 am Friday at the Wright-Beard Funeral Home 9 Lincoln Ave. Interment will follow in Cortland Rural Cemetery Friends are invited to call from 10:00- 11:00am prior to the service. To offer on line condolences visit www.wright-beard.com The family wishes to thank the staff at Misty Glen for the Excellent Care and Comfort given to Irv during his stay. Doug and Joanne. So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. We are in Arizona otherwise it would have been nice to attend your services. Wayne & Sharon Hi Doug: So sorry to hear about your Dad. I wanted to drive up from Pa. but not sure how the weather will be, so thought I'd let you know you are in my thoughts and prayers. I was in Tennessee watching grandchildren when your Mom passed so unable to make it up then either. Even though we are cousins, it has been at least 30 years since I have seen you. It is amazing how time flies by. Since your Mom and Dad were so close, I am sure they are rejoycing about being together again. I hope all your happy memories will help you through this difficult time. Love, Jean Carruthers Brown Doug and Joanne, We were very saddened to hear about Irv's passing. You have been so lucky to have had him and also your mother in your lives for so long. I hope your fond memories of them help you guys through these sad times. Stan and Connie Carruthers We were very sad to see the passing of one of the best neighbors on the block. Irv and Helen were certainly gems and will be missed by those who knew them. Mr. and Mrs. joseph Quinlan I recently met Irving and his daughter-in-law Joanne at CRMC's Misty Glen where my Mom Helen was a resident. It was a highlight of my visit there. I want to wish Joanne and the Carruthers family my most sincere condolences on their loss. Unfortunately, my Mom passed yesterday so I know very well the strains of losing a loved one. Again, my deepest sympathy, Pat Seibert