Hemlock/Spencerport: At age 79, Jerry passed peacefully at his home on March 18, 2022. He was born on December 9, 1942 in Rochester, NY to the late Frederick and Helen (Dougherty) Wiesner. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his brothers, Joseph and James Wiesner. Survived by his longtime partner, Pammy Granger and her son Jonathan Granger; sons, Stephen J. (Gina) Wiesner and Jeffrey Wiesner; grandchildren, Joey Wiesner, Tiffany Matteson, Trevor Wiesner, and Jamie Wiesner; great-granddaughter Kendall; brother David (Patti ) Wiesner; devoted caregiver Kari Cassady; also survived by nieces, nephews, and many dear friends.
In the early years Jerry operated a couple successful ARCO service stations in North Greece and Spencerport, NY. During this time he found his love of auto racing, competing at local tracks in the Street Stock Division, and later helping his brother Dave get started in racing. In the late 70’s, a full time position at the Spencerport Central schools opened up as a bus mechanic, where he had worked part time. He sold the service station and never looked back. After retiring from Spencerport Schools, he continued driving school bus part time for Livonia and Honeoye Schools. During his free time in the winter months he could often be found snowmobiling in Redfield, NY. Whether he was tinkering in the garage or tending to his vegetable garden, he had an attention to detail that was hard to duplicate.
Family and friends may call on Tuesday, March 22nd, from 3-6pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY where Jerry’s Funeral Service will be held at 6pm, following calling hours. Casual dress is encouraged as that is the way he would want it. Interment will be held privately. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held immediately following the funeral service at the Conesus Lake Sportsman’s Club, 5883 Stone Hill Road, Lakeville, NY 14480. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Ontario-Yates Hospice, 756 Pre Emption Road, Geneva, NY 14456. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Pam, Johnny and Family,
So sorry to read of Jerry’s passing. He was a good man with a big heart and bright smile. Always enjoyed having you as neighbors. Jerry’s helping hand and stories will always be remembered. And, yes, be sure to take care of the garden!!!!
My deepest condolences cousins Steve and Jeff. I think of your dad often and memories of being young children at the fire house and family get togethers and the race tracks. Rest in peace Uncle Jerry.
Steve, Jeff and the Weisner families. So sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. Fond memories of our North Greece families at the fire house, neighborhood gatherings, or seeing Jerry at the gas station at the corner. He has been surrounded by a wonderful loving family and friends. May you find comfort knowing he is at peace. God’s Blessings, Sheila, and family Greg, Ken and Cheryl.
Growing up in Greece NY with relatives next door was a wonderful time. Not only did my father’s brother and sister liver nearby (two houses away), but my Uncle Fritz and Aunt Helen Doughtery Wiesner (Fritz was my father’s youngest sibling) lived in the family farm house and operated a farm and farm stand. Their children, my first cousins-Jim, Jerry, Joe, Jeanne, and David-were all very talented and hard-working-the boys in automotives; Jeanne as a hairdresser. But all of them liked the car racing business, including Jeanne. Their fingers were never idle, not a lazy one in the bunch. And all of them continued to love the farm business, even if it was just a house garden. As we got older and the cousins married and started their new lives and families, we didn’t see much of each other, but I never forgot them and their ties to the farm. It has been sad to see the deaths of my cousins-first Joe, then Jim, and now Jerry. I wish them the best ever heavenly experience. Jerry will be missed by his children, grandchildren, loved ones AND his Charles Wiesner cousins (all 7 of us)!
Our deepest sympathy & our thoughts and prayers to Steven, Jeffrey, Pam,Johnathan ,Grandchildren, family members and friends on the passing of Jerry. My husband Kevin worked for Jerry at the Arco station in North Greece in the late 60’s early 70’s and then went to Arco in Spencerport with Jerry. Great times back then of snowmobiling ! Jerry was also in our wedding party back in June of 1972. So many fond memories of Jerry. God Bless you Jerry and RIP
RIP Wei’s, always did a great for Ogden Police Department.
Pam, Johnny & Family,
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of Jerry! He is such a great guy, always willing to give a helping hand when he could didn’t matter if you were a friend, family or a stranger. He could always make you laugh, and always a gentlemen. My deepest condolences to you and the family. I hope you find peace and comfort. Rest in peace Jerry you will be missed but never forgotten
Stephen, Jeffrey and the entire Wiesner family; my sympathies on Jerry’s passing. Knew Jerry from when I worked at his ARCO station at N. Greece pumping gas and from the fire department. We rode the load together as he would run over from the station when the siren blared. Had a lot of good times at various parties as well. Tom.
STEVE WIESNER & FAMILY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR DAD HE WILL BE MISSED BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN RIP
Steve, Jeff and families. Please except my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dad and grandfather. He was a good man.
Christine Wiesner Woodfield and family.
Wonderful guy, great friend. RIP dear man.
Gerry and I worked together at the Spencerport bus garage as mechanics from 1981 to 1988. He was awonderful friend and coworker. My heart felt sympathy.
Jim Kent.
I remember Jerry well. He was a terrific mechanic. He really knew his business. He was also fun to be around. I worked with him for many years at Spencerport Transportation. My prayers go out to all who knew and loved Jerry.
Prayers for comfort for family and friends. I worked in the office at transportation when Jerry was a mechanic. Great guy!!!
Pam and family!
I’m very sorry for your loss. Jerry was a good friend.
Kip
I am so sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. He was wonderful to my son, Christopher, when he drove his school bus. I still have a copy of a note he wrote to Jerry apologizing for standing up on the bus. I will always remember Jerry’s smile.
RIP Jerry.
To Joey and family,
Sending thoughts of peace to you all.
With a hug from your first grade teacher,
Mrs. Marozas
Jerry was a very nice man. When he drove bus for Honeoye Central School he drove the East lake road route and picked up my kids Cody and Alyssa, they just loved him so much. Such a kind and caring man. Our deepest sympathies to his family. He will be missed. God Bless. With love, the Richardson family
RIP Jerry. Prayers to the family.
To all of Jerry’s immediate family, and extended family, and friends, my deepest condolences are sent to each of you.
And may Jerry Rest In Peace, and still garden in heaven.
Love, Marty DeConinck Wiesner Wooledge
My sincere sympathy to his family and close friends. I have known Jerry since the early 70’s as we were some of the original members of the Hilton Snow Flyers. Rode with him many times. Later when he came to work at Spencerport, he was always there to help keep our buses running with a smile. Rest in peace Jerry.
Pammy,
I’m so sorry for your loss. God bless you and your family.
Love,
Beth
I miss you my love, you were so very
GoodTo me and I will never forget. Your garden will still grow as best as I can do without your wisdom
Rest now and Know your memory will always be in my heart.
Godspeed Jerry! I enjoyed working on buses with you! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.