Gene Lawrence Straight

Message from Russ Tomer

Lots of great memories were made over at the Straight household (and Blue Mountain Lake) from 3rd grade through high school. Gene always treated me like family and he will be sorely missed. Much love to Maureen, Brian and Daryl.

Message from Mary White

Maureen, Darryl and Brian, I was so sad to hear that Gene had passed away. He was a great boss and always looked out for his employees. He was always looking ahead and did so much to modernize our department. I never heard him get angry on the job and what a great sense of humor! What a great loss for you. Most sincerely, Mary White.

A candle was lit by John and Suzanne Karmann on November 16, 2017 6:49 PM

Message from Dennis Barry

Genes great smile & fantastic patient care was always an inspiration to those of us that had the pleasure to work with him at SVMC. He will surely be missed.

Message from Judy Heggen Rytell

Maureen and family,
My deepest and heartfelt sympathies to all of you. Gene gave me the opportunity of a lifetime by giving me a job in Nuclear Medicine at Samaritan Hospital. A job that I loved for decades and I will be forever in his debt. I’m so sorry to hear of his passing. May he Rest In Peace.

A candle was lit by Malcolm and Joan Winfrow on November 15, 2017 8:43 AM

Message from Ed and Margaret LaFortune

Maureen, Darryl and Brian, Ed and I are so sorry to hear of Gene's passing. We have great memories of Gene at the hospital working with Ed. We enjoyed parties at your house on Tibbits Avenue too. May you find peace and comfort in the days and weeks ahead. Maybe we can join you next summer at Blue Mountain. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Message from Dick Tyrrell

Maureen,
I am so sorry to here of Gene's passing. I have some fond memories of Gene when I first started working at SAM with him, and the friendship over the years. Kathy and I will be praying for you and your family.
Dick

A candle was lit by Corey and Michelle straight on November 12, 2017 8:13 PM

A candle was lit by Cory and Deb Johnson on November 12, 2017 8:02 PM

A candle was lit by Bob and Carolyn Vaughan on November 12, 2017 4:24 PM

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May all your loving memories keep you smiling.

A candle was lit by Bill & JoAnne Vaughan on November 12, 2017 4:07 PM

A candle was lit by Uncle Bill Vaughan on November 12, 2017 1:45 PM

Message from .Michele

I just wanted to mention (for Darryl) that Gene also had an acting & modeling career which included an appearance on Burn Notice. It was exciting for him because it was one of his favorite shows. I will miss him.

A candle was lit by Claudette Looker on November 12, 2017 8:36 AM

A candle was lit by Howie Architzel on November 12, 2017 8:22 AM

Message from Cory and Deb Johnson

Dear Aunt Maureen and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Beans passing. He was such a kind person and we will cherish our memories of him on the beach, at Blue mountain , Albany Thanksgivings and dancing at our wedding. We love you so much.
Love, Cory, Deb, Emma and Finn

A candle was lit by Linda (Giambalvo) Alexander on November 11, 2017 7:39 PM

A candle was lit by Theresa S. D. on November 11, 2017 7:10 PM

A candle was lit by Kathy Quaile on November 11, 2017 5:59 PM

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Maureen and family, we have no words that will comfort you at this time. Please know that we are thinking of you all and praying that God's grace will shower down and cover you with His peace. Most sincerely, KMQ

A candle was lit by Kathleen M Quaile on November 11, 2017 5:50 PM

Message from Doug Kreider

Gene was a friend from high school, but a much closer friend from our adult years. He will be greatly missed among the Dunkirk High School Class of 1961.