Obituary of Edward J. Schlierf

Edward J. Schlierf, 89, of Eden, New York, died Monday, March 23, 2015 with his family by his side. He was born October 23, 1925 in Eden, New York. He was the son of late Andrew F. and Eleanor A. (Fury) Schlierf. He married his loving wife Eleanor Hartman on September 23, 1952 in Angola, New York. They were married for 63 years. Edward served his Country during World War II in the United States Army and then in the New York Air National Guard in the Korean War. Edward was well known for his wooden toy making for over 30 years. He had a toy stand at the Eden Corn Festival for over 20 years; where people would come to buy and marvel at his craftsmanship. He also was a member of the Eden Auxiliary Police Reserves for over 17 years. He enjoyed working in his gardens, especially his roses. He is preceded in death by his parents, 2 brothers; Norbert Schlierf, Alan Schlierf, a sister-in-law; Dorothy Schlierf and a brother-in-law; Julius Mattoli. He is survived by his wife Eleanor A. Schlierf, his children; Mary Lou Parham, Cindy (Robert) Caradine and Kenneth (Lynn) Schlierf; his four grandchildren and one great grandchild. Also survived by a brother Andrew Schlierf, a sister Ann Mattoli and sister-in-laws Arlene and Jean Schlierf. Family invites friends to call Thursday, March 26, 2015 from 2-4PM and 7-9PM at the Laing Funeral Home Inc. 2724 West Church St. Eden, NY. A funeral service will be held Friday, March 27, 2015 at 11:00AM in the funeral home. Internment will take place in the Evergreen Cemetery; where there will be full military honors. Words of sympathy may be left on www.LaingFuneralHome.com