Roy R. Neureuter

Roy R. Neureuter, active in the financial sector and the community for over 50 years died September 25, 2017.

Born in Buffalo, Roy was a native to this area throughout his life with the exception of college and military years. He graduated from Nichols School of Buffalo and Lehigh University with a degree in business. Afterward, he served two years in the U.S. Army.

In 1957, Mr. Neureuter joined the Training Program of Manufacturers and Traders Trust Company. There he rose through the ranks from Assistant Investment Officer to Vice President heading the investment department and subsequently was promoted to Administrative Vice President in charge of the newly formed Trust/Investment Group in 1977. Roy joined Roosevelt and Cross in 1983 where he served as Vice President until retirement.

In 1992, he was appointed Arbitration Panel member for the National Association of Securities Dealers. Mr. Neureuter was past Chairman of the New York State Bankers Association Trust Division as well as active in the Independent Bankers Association. Early in his career, Roy served as President of Financiers Toastmasters Club and an officer of the Bond Club.

A well respected leader of community organizations, he was twice elected President of the Protestant Home for Children and thrice elected Chapter Chairman of the American Red Cross. He was a long time member of the American Lung Association Board as well as the Bristol Home Board. Also, Roy served the Council of the Richard J. Wehle School of Business at Canisius College.

As a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church, Mr. Neureuter served three years as a deacon and as Stewardship Chairman.

The Rotary Club of Buffalo honored Roy in 1999 by inducting him as a Phil Harris Fellow, Rotary’s highest honor for dedication. Other memberships included the Buffalo Canoe Club, the Buffalo Club, the Country Club of Buffalo, Lehigh University Alumni Association and the Board of Cradle Beach Camp.

Survivors include his wife of 57 years, Judith R., sons John R. Neureuter (Petrina) of Clarence Center, Jed J. Neureuter (Maureen) of Mansfield, MA., and a daughter, Jeanne Neureuter Weppner of Williamsville and six grandchildren, Jamie, Abbey and Jack Neureuter and Cole, Tucker and Gunar Weppner.

A private memorial service was held at Forest Lawn Chapel followed by entombment in Forest Lawn Cemetery’s Serenity Mausoleum.

Flowers gratefully declined memorials may be made to the American Red Cross or a charity of your choice.