Obituary of John H. Livingston

John H. Livingston Jr., 89, of Cortland, passed away May 6, 2011 at University Hospital in Syracuse the result of an accident at his home. He was born March 10, 1922 in Syracuse, the son of the late John and Gertrude Smaltz Livingston. John was an Army veteran of WWII serving as 1st. Lt. in North Africa and Italy before being honorably discharged and receiving the Purple Heart. He was employed as a salesman for Lang Roofing until his retirement. John was a member of the Calvary Episcopal Church, 65 yr member of the Cortlandville F & AM #470 serving as 32nd degree Mason, 64 yr. member of the Scottish Rite Lodge in Syracuse, and the Republican National Committee. He also enjoyed flying serving as a licensed pilot. John is survived by his sons John of Tacoma Washington, Thomas J. (Karen) Livingston of Homer NY, his daughter Karen Hall of Cortland NY, his grandchildren Shawn (Doug) Smith, Robin Livingston, Shari Natale, Joe (Karen Livingston, one great grand daughter Angelica Rose Natale, nieces and nephews.John was predeceased by his wife Elizabeth Betty Livingston in 2001 and his son n law James Hall.A private funeral service will be held at the convenience of the family. Burial will be at the Glenwood Cemetery, Homer.Contributions may be made to the charity of ones choice. To offer condolences online visit www.wright-beard.com john will be sadly missed.it was such a joy to visit and talk to john.when he walked pierre or later, when he walked alone and would stop to rest on my lawn and tell me about his journey through life. We feel blessed to have known john and become friends and neighbors through the years. He will be missed. Jim and Denise Twomey. 91 west main st. We're so sorry to see about your dad's death and extend our sincere sympathy to you and your family. Kathleen & John Newton We were so very to sorry to hear of your recent loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy and prayers. With Love, Christine Sinclair and Joan Johnson. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING THIS TIME OF SORROW. MARY AND STEVE BUMP