Obituary of Roy A. Waldemarson

Roy A. Waldemarson, 78, of Tidioute, formerly of Greene Twp. Erie County, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2014 at his residence. Roy was born on July 7, 1936 in Erie, a son of the late Earl and Laura Englert Waldemarson. He was married to Beverly Gallagher on Aug. 13, 1955 in Erie, having just celebrated their 59th anniversary. He was a graduate of Millcreek High School, class of 1953. He had worked for Grossman Construction, Devore Construction, and the former Cook’s Grocery in Erie. He was last self-employed in the construction business, Mosier and Waldemarson, in Erie until his retirement in 1986. He enjoyed raising farm animals while residing in Greene Twp. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, woodworking, and wintering with his wife in Florida. He was a member of the Experimental Aircraft Association and had built his own airplane which he enjoyed flying. He had given many rides to family, friends, and neighbors and enjoyed buzzing over people’s homes. He is survived by his wife Beverly of Tidioute; two sons, Jeff Waldemarson of Erie and Dave Waldemarson and wife Janet of Clymer, NY; four daughters, Lisa Cleary of Northeast, Linda Donihi and husband Rich, Sally Newcomer and husband Bob, and Marian Biby and husband Eric, all of Erie; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; a brother, Tom Waldemarson and wife Rosie of Erie; sister in law, Marge Waldemarson of Enumclaw, Washington; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Don; and two sisters, Rita Thaler and Mary Paris. No public calling hours or funeral service will be conducted. They will be done privately with the family. Memorial contributions may be made to the Tidioute Volunteer Fire Department, 228 Main Street, Tidioute, PA 16351, or a charity of ones choice.