Conesus: Carl M. Plano (The Grizz) born Jun, 3, 1948 in Ilion, NY to Joseph and Ida Plano of Herkimer, NY passed away on June 22, 2020 at Livingston County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Mt. Morris NY at the age of 72. Carl grew up with 1 sister Lucille (Sylvan), whom he loved to tease and be the life of the party with, and 2 brothers Joseph (Dianne) and Michael (David), who he loved, honored and remained close to for his entire 72 years. After graduating Herkimer High School, Carl enlisted in the US Army (National Guard) where he served honorably. After finishing, he married his High School Sweetheart, Veronica J. Ligas and proceeded to have 3 children, Monica (Dan), Marco (Abby) and Joseph (Loren). Carl has several biological grandchildren including Zachary Rookey, Veronica Plano, Nicole Rookey, Cameron Plano, and Elena Plano. Carl also has several step-grandchildren including Danny, Layla, Brooke and Max for a total of 10 total grandchildren who all love their papa.
Carl was passionate about his physical health and became a Powerlifter in New York State, where he still holds the record for the Dead Lift in his age group. Carl enjoyed working and challenging his body every day and because of this dedication to strength, he raised three passionate and strong children. Carl (The Grizz as he was known to his Coworkers and Friends) worked as an Iron-Worker for the Rochester Local Union 33 and was an active member of the Union until his retirement in 1992. After his retirement, he and his wife of nearly 50 years built their dream house in South Livonia, NY where he lived out the rest of his life until having to be admitted to Livingston County Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Carl was passionate about everything that he did, helped those he could with his great ability to work with his hands, and
dedicated to perfection.
A Memorial Service will be held in Frankfort, NY on September 12, 2020
(barring any COVID19) issues. Contact his daughter Monica at monica.plano@outlook.com for details. We would love to see all his friends for a reception to celebrate the Life of The Grizz. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Marco and Joe sorry for your loss.
Uncle Carl was my inspiration for power lifting and being and iron worker he is an awesome person
Hey Roni Monica Marco and Joey. Sorry about your dad you know I love you all
Veronica and family so sorry for your loss ! Carl was a great friend to all of us guys. Again so sorry for your loss.
Very sorry to the entire Plano family, for the loss of Carl
Veronica, I am so sorry to hear of Carl’s passing. I am so sorry for your loss. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry to hear about Carl!! Thoughts are with all of you.