Obituary of Richard W. Buer

Richard W. Buer 64 of Cortland passed away May 15, 2011 in Syracuse, NY Richard was born December 7, 1946 in Teaneck, New Jersey the son of the late Gordon W and Lois Harrison Buer. Richard served his country with the US Air Force during the Viet Nam War. He was an avid ham radio operator, enjoyed astronomy, computers, fishing and was a history buff especially the WWII era. Richard was an electrical engineer for Smith Corona, and Schott Fiber Optics Company in Auburn. Richard is survived by his children Carol (Kevin) French of Milford CT, his son Stephen Buer of Cortland, grand daughter Grace Elizabeth French of Milford CT. his brothers Donald G. Buer of Virginia Beach, Virginia , H.William (Bridget) Buer of Asheville, NC. sister Bonnie Ohlsen of Dover, NJ.and his ex wife Andrea Buer of Cortland, and 4 nephews. In addition to his parents Richard was predeceased by his brother in law Arthur Ohlsen. \ A memorial service will be held 11:00 am June 11 at the Wright -Beard Funeral home. To offer a on line condolence visit www.wright-beard.com Carol & Stephen, I worked with your dad at Schott Fiber Optics and I wanted to tell you how sorry I am to hear of your dad's passing. He was a great man with a mind that was amazing. He will be truly be missed by many. Debra Johnston