Obituary of Donald A. Mott

Donald A. Mott Masonville, NY Donald Alan Mott, 84, of Masonville, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 12, 2015 at his home. He was born on December 8, 1930, son of the late Clifford B. and Frances (Gifford) Mott in Sidney. Don graduated from Sidney Central School and was a member of the National Guard. On April 5, 1953, he was married to Genevie "Bea" Puffer in Youngs Station. Don worked as a machinist for Amphenol Corp. in Sidney for 41 years before his retirement. He was a dedicated member of the Masonville Fire Dept. and Emergency Squad for 60 years, 25 of which he acted as Fire Chief as well as fire commissioner. He had a tremendous love for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, enjoying every visit with them. He also enjoyed farming, camping, bowling and slow pitch softball. Don is survived by: His wife for over 61 years, Bea Mott, Masonville 3 children: Debra Sickler, Afton; Kathaline Weirs, Jackson, TN; and Gary (Margie) Mott, Masonville Grandchildren: Erin (Chris) LaCotta, Oxford; Michael (Ashley) Sickler, Endicott; Scott Sickler, Afton; Samantha (Matt) McArthur, Concord, VA; Garrett Weirs, Jackson, TN; Heather (Ben) Martin, Jackson, TN; Tiffany (Matt) Thomas, Masonville; Ondrea (Jared) Gransbury, Sidney; and Chase Mott, Turlock, CA. Great-grandchildren: Cameron Smith, Jackson Thomas, Ava Martin, Liam Martin, Hunter LaCotta, Mason McArthur and Maci McArthur Brothers: Clifford J. (Rita) Mott and Henry (Ethel) Mott Sister, Mary LaTourette Brother-in-law, Ronald Butts Sisters-in-law, Marjorie Tiffany, Larry and Vivian Granger and Joan Puffer As well as several nieces, nephews and cousins. Don was predeceased by his parents; his brother, Dale Mott; sister, Eleanor Butts; his father and mother-in-law, Claude and Edna (Roof) Waldron; and three brothers-in-law, Donald Puffer, James Waldron and Bruce LaTourette. Friends are invited to call on Thursday, January 15, 2015 from 1:00-3:00pm and 6:00-8:00pm at C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, 21 Main St. Sidney, NY 13838. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family online at www.landersfh.com. Arrangements are under the direction of C.H. Landers Funeral Chapel, Sidney.