Obituary of John Michael Werner

Hilton - John M. Werner passed away on September 5, 2024 at the age of 82. He is survived by his companion, Donna Werner; and their children, Elma, Michael (Brianna) Werner, and Christopher Guthrie. He also leaves his grandchildren,  Autumn Briggs, Kayleigh Guthrie, and Timothy & Colton Werner; cousins, Richard (Dot) Werner, Laurie Werner Hunt, Scott Werner, Ronald (Laurie) Gavigan, and Thomas (Cheryl) Gavigan; brother-in-law, James (Bonnie) McWilliams; nephews, James (Crystal) & Corey (Kristin) McWilliams; sister-in-law, Karen Baxter; along with many other extended friends and family.

John was predeceased by his parents, John P. and Rose M. (Bayer) Werner; his cousin, Carolyn Gavigan; and his brothers-in-law, Glyne McWilliams, Kenneth McWilliams, and Dale Baxter.

John was a graduate of Hilton High School, class of 1961. Within a few months of graduating, he was hired by General Motors where he worked through the ranks and became a crane operator until he retired after 50 years. John was a member of the Hilton Fire Department from 1960-1971, and later joining The Hilton Exempt Club. He also enjoyed bowling, bus trips to the casino, bonfires with a cold beer in hand or jacket pocket, and camping at Conesus Lake before his health started to deteriorate. John also loved his grandkids dearly.

A private Graveside Service will be held in Parma Union Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in John's memory to Hilton Fire Department, 120 Old Hojack Lane Hilton NY 14468 or Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center, Rochester Regional Health Foundations, 330 Monroe Avenue, Suite 400, Rochester, NY 14607. (click on the charity name to link directly to the donation website)