Leicester: At age 74, Carl passed peacefully on July 9, 2022. He was born on July 2, 1948 to the late Walter and Edith (Spencer) VanBuskirk. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his son Christopher M. VanBuskirk in 2013, wife Marie (LaVoie) VanBuskirk in 2016, and siblings; Elmer, Ronnie, and LaVern “Chinc” VanBuskirk.
Survived by daughter Jennifer Saltsman of York; grandchildren, Dakota VanBuskirk, Brady Tschiderer, Paige Saltsman, Evan Farruggia, AJ Farruggia, Dylan Farruggia, and Kayley Farruggia; siblings, Richard “Richie” VanBuskirk of Groveland and Michael VanBuskirk of LeRoy; close friends, Lisa Freestone, Larry baker and Scott Cobin; also survived by several nieces and nephews.
Carl attended and graduated from Geneseo High School and later worked as an electrician at SUNY Geneseo. He retired from the college with over 30 years of service. He married Marie LaVoie VanBuskirk in 1994 and they resided in Leicester, NY for many years. After retirement he enjoyed spending time with family and friends, trips to the casino, fishing, camping, hunting, and the cottage.
At Carl’s request no formal funeral services will be held. A private graveside service will be held in the future at Pine Hill Cemetery, Rush, NY. Memorial contributions may be made to the York Sportsmans Club Jr. Members, 2883 Craig Road, Piffard, NY 14533. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Dick and family sorry to just hear about Carl’s passing, many great memories having a few drinks with Carl over the years at the Stateman.
so sorry for your loss, may you feel comfort in knowing how much he loved you.
he will surely be missed
Joy P.
Jen,
I know your heart is breaking. There are no words except know that I’m always around if you need to talk. Many hugs to you.
Lisa