Geneseo/Venice, FL: Jim was born in Rochester, New York on July 27, 1928 to the late Augustus and Mary Fuller and passed on January 25, 2022 at the Teresa House in Geneseo, NY. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his wife Marjorie (Clayton) Fuller, son James, brothers Donald, Eugene, Fred, Thomas and sister Genevieve, grandsons Patrick and Sean Fuller.
Survived by his children; Robert (Jean) Fuller of Livonia, Margaret (Robert) Dostie of Fairport, Andrew Fuller of Dansville, Christopher (Jennifer) Fuller of East Aurora, William (Wendy) Fuller of Geneseo; Grandchildren, Matthew Fuller, Shannon Fuller, Jordan Vitale, Jennifer Fuller-Swift, Adrian Fuller, Hayden Fuller, Christopher Fuller and Jacob Fuller, and 8 Great Grandchildren.
Jim was a graduate of Aquinas Institute of Rochester. After High School, he joined the U.S. Army and was a veteran of World War II. After his discharge from the service post war he became engaged to his bride of 61 years, Marjorie (Clayton) Fuller. Jim had a long successful career at Eastman Kodak and rose from the printing shop floor to become Asst. Superintendent Printing and Packaging worldwide. He was the recipient of the George Eastman award in recognition of loyal service. Jim was an avid pilot, beginning that passion at age 15 working at Ray Hylan Air Service, on the site of the current Marketplace Mall, as well as the Rochester Airport. He continued flying after his return from overseas Army service and eventually became an accomplished Flight Instructor with Multi-Engine, Commercial and Instrument ratings and trained many future airline and charter pilots. He continued flying his own plane well into his late 80’s.
An informal gathering in his memory will be held on Sunday, February 6th, 2022 from 2pm-5pm at the Avon Inn, 55 E Main Street, Avon, NY 14414. Burial to take place at the convenience of the family. Memorials may be made to the Teresa House, 21 Highland Ave, Geneseo, NY 14454 or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
A special thanks to the staff at the Teresa House Hospice, U of R Hospice and Livingston Hospice programs for all of the caring assistance.
Just now learning of this…my condolences to the family. I am Jim’s brother Fred’s son…so he will forever be “Uncle Jim” to me, and was a wonderful man who immeasurably helped my mother and me when his brother (my Dad) passed unexpectedly in 1966. A great man, and a father figure to me. So sorry, and blessed I was able to thank him in person for all he did for me many years ago. He is fondly thought of, and terribly missed.
We are so sorry for your loss, Bob and Jean. He sounded like a great guy. May he rest in peace.
Bob and Jean, So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Even though I never met your father, I’m sure he was a great guy and wonderful father. Please share my condolences to the rest of your family and know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you during this sad time.
My condolences, Bob. I will say a prayer for you, your dad and all of your family.
Curt
Bob, So sorry for your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Steve Williams
I would like to extend my most sincere condolences to Bob and Jean Fuller and their family. It sounds like Mr Fuller was a great person and a great American. I thank him for his service. May God bless the Fuller family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
To BOB AND JEAN FULLER AND THEIR EXTENDED FAMILY.. GOD BLESS and my condolences on the loss of your loved one..I am sure he is again flying high in the heavens.
I am Tom Fullers daughter. I never really got to know my Uncle Jim and family. I recall while visiting friends in Lakeville, we visited him and his family on the lake. This was probably the late 60″s or early 70’s. I took home movies and I recall Uncle Don was there , too. So sad to hear this. My thoughts are with you all. Love Sharon.
Awww sad to read this. What a great great gentleman, boss at Kodak, and flight instructor. RIP Sir. My sincere condolences to the Fuller family.