Predeceased by his brother, Melvin Fyke, and son-in-law, Maha Atma Singh (Charles) Oesterly. Survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Florence D. Fyke; children: Clarisse Petrucci, Maha Atma Kaur (Carolyn) Oesterly, and Clair W. “Kip” (Teresa) Fyke; sister, Virginia Wolfgang; 7 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews, and many dear friends.
Clair was a proud WWII Navy veteran who served on the USS Iowa. He was very active and enjoyed, golfing, bowling and swimming up to the very end. He also greatly enjoyed volunteering at Lakeland Regional Hospital for over 30 years. But above all else he was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
A Memorial Service celebrating Clair’s life will be held on Saturday, October 14th at 2PM in the Parmerter Chapel, at Pearce Memorial Free Methodist Church, 4322 Buffalo Rd, North Chili, NY 14514, with a reception to follow.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to: Light and Life FM Church "Benevolent Fund", 5730 Deeson Road, Lakeland, Florida 33810 to assist those affected by Hurricane Irma.
Arrangements entrusted to Alvah Halloran & Son Funeral Home, Rochester, NY.
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