Obituary of Richard Gedney

Richard (Rick) G. Gedney Jr., 57, of Clinton, NY passed away unexpectedly on March 6, 2026. Born in Utica, NY on March 20, 1968, he was the son of the late Richard Gedney Sr. and Yulah Jarvis. He was a graduate of Waterville Central School. He proudly served his country and enlisted in the United States Marine Corps where he served for six years, serving with great honor during Desert Storm.

Rick was employed by Heron Creek Golf Course in Clinton, NY, where he made many friends along the way throughout the years and took great pride in keeping the property in topnotch shape for his Creeker family. He was also employed by Brothertown Paving where he worked side by side with his late father and was a jack of all trades and could be utilized wherever they needed him.

Rick enjoyed time spent outdoors whether it was a day out on the golf course and particularly cherished the time he spent at Sylvan Beach with his late father. He was a member of the Freemasons in Sangerfield, NY, which gave him a sense of community among other like-minded individuals. He was also a regular at the American Legion of Clark Mills where he made many friends over the years.

Rick’s family extends their heartfelt gratitude to his neighbor Sherri and her family for all the meals and kindness shown to him over the years, they were truly his second family. He also leaves behind several close friends that meant the world to him, particularly Mike and Buddy.

Rick is survived by his mother Yulah Jarvis of Clark Mills, NY; three sisters, Sherry Mayne of Waterville, NY, Darlene Sovey of Utica, NY, and Amy Sovey of Madison, NY. ; several adored nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Rick Sr.

A private funeral service will be held for the family. Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to Owens-Pavlot & Rogers Funeral Service