William P. Canfield Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

William P. Canfield, 72, of Rebisz Road, Broadalbin died at home on Thursday September 3, 2015. He was born in Broadalbin on January 6, 1943 a son of Clarence and Jessie Marcellus Canfield and was a lifelong resident. Bill attended school in Broadalbin and enlisted in the United States Navy in 1961. He served as an electrician aboard the USS Saratoga during the Cuban Missile Crisis and was honorably discharged in 1967. Mr. Canfield was employed at General Electric in Schenectady and retired in 1998. He was of the Methodist faith. Bill was a member of the American Legion, Post #337 in Broadalbin and of the GE Quarter Century Club. He was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed gardening. Mostly, he loved spending time with his family and friends. In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his stepmother, Beatrice Canfield, a brother, Clarence Canfield, Jr., and a sister, Frances Holt. Survivors include his wife, Sherry McGowan Canfield, whom he married on November 5, 1965; a son, William S. (Mary) Canfield of Broadalbin; a daughter, Sharine (Anthony) Vertorano of Broadalbin; three grandchildren, Anthony Vertorano, Jr., Eden Robbins, and Dillon Canfield; two stepgrandchildren, Nicole Sala and Michelle Horstmyer; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. At Bill’s request, there will be no calling hours. A military burial will take place at the Broadalbin-Mayfield Rural Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, in care of the funeral home. Arrangements are by the Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc. 111 County Highway 106 Johnstown. The family would like to thank Mountain Valley Hospice for the caring and kindness that was provided.

William P. Canfield

January 6, 1943 - September 3, 2015

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