Leon "The Master Plaster" E. Fortner

Leon E. Fortner, 83, of State Route 17C, Waverly, NY passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2009 a day before his 84th birthday. He was affectionately known as "The Master Plaster" by his friends. Leon was born on March 27, 1925 in Apalchin, NY a son of the late Dore and Blanch (Ulrick) Fortner. He was a well known and hardworking "Master Plaster" for over 60 years. Leon was a veteran of the US Army and served his country during WWII. He was a member of the Nichols American Legion and was an avid race enthusiast. Leon was predeceased by his wife Esther (Whitcomb) Fortner in 1994; a brother Archie Fortner and sister Phyllis Fehr. He is survived by his nephews Douglas Fehr and Gene Fehr, his cousin Evelyn Stella and a host of friends and his caregivers among them: Gomer Wendela, Jerry Weed, Dick Kresge and Charlie Brown. A time of remember and sharing memories will be held on Sunday, March 29th at 1 pm at the Nichols American Legion, 1 Dean Street, Nichols. Memories and condolences may be shared by visiting our website at www.sutfinfuneralchapel.com Caring assistance is being provided by the Cooley Family of the Sutfin Funeral Chapel, 273 South Main St., Nichols.