IN MEMORIAM

Arthur H. Kiser Sr., 100;

Served In CCC, Marines,

Raised 6 In Cooperstown

COOPERSTOWN – Arthur "Art" Henry Kiser Sr., 100 years and five days old, who served in the Civilian Conservation Corps and the Marines during World War II, then spent a career with NYSEG, passed peacefully away Nov. 23, 2020, at home, in his own bed, just as he wished. His loving daughter, Teresa, was by his side.

Art was born Henry Alvin Kiser Nov. 18, 1920, in Ohio, a third child of nine to Palmer "Parmie" Kiser Sr. and Anna Roonie (Crace) Kiser. As a young child Art lived in Ithaca, where much of his mother's family lived. There he enjoyed the company of many cousins.