Obituary of George W Creaser

George W. Creaser, 86, of New Hartford, NY, passed away Thursday, July 17, 2014 at St. Elizabeth Medical Center with his daughter Sheila by his side. George was born on May 9, 1928, in Clinton, the son of the late George and Lillian (Berrie) Creaser. He was a graduate of Clinton High School and thereafter served in the United States Marine Corps, where he rose to the rank of Sergeant. While in the military he served at Paris Island and won numerous boxing tournaments on the base. Prior to serving in the military, George married Irene F. Hand and was blessed with his daughter Sheila. Upon discharge he returned to the Clinton area, where he worked as a salesman for, among others, the Carbone Auto Group. George was a man of varied interests and was an avid outdoorsman, who loved to fish and hunt. In his younger years, George was the lead singer in a band where he developed a love for all music, especially that of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. He is survived by his daughter Sheila Murad and her husband Fred of New Hartford. He is predeceased by his sisters; Nina Clermont, Joyce and Lena Creaser; brother, Edwin Creaser; half brother, Ken Creaser; and nephew, Scott Creaser. George's family is grateful for the staff of St. Elizabeth Medical Center and its Palliative Care Unit, and the many aides and nurses at the Sitrin Home, who assisted him, with special thanks to Zora, Kristin and Andrea. They also thank Dr. Patel and Dr. Dang. The family could not have gotten through this difficult time without the help of George's good friends, Kari and Ling. In keeping with George's wishes private services will be held at Owens-Pavlot & Rogers Funeral Service, Inc., 35 College Street, Clinton, NY.