Obituary of Benjamin L. Deibler

DEIBLER BENJAMIN L. JR. Age 84 of Horseheads , NY formerly of Wellsburg, NY and Elmira , NY passed away peacefully on Sunday April 21 , 2013 at Elcor Nursing Home . Ben was born July 8 , 1928 in Elmira , NY the son of Benjamin L. and Della Ostrander Deibler Sr. He was pre-deceased by his father Benjamin L. Deibler Sr. on May 11, 1986 , his brother James C. Deibler on September 3 , 2003 , his mother Della Ostrander Meador on April 8 , 2004 , and by his step-mother Mildred M. Deibler on August 24 , 1999. Ben worked at Bradley Farms on Maple Avenue in Elmira for over twenty-five years . He was an avid sports fan who loved all sports . His hobbies included gardening , reading , working and playing games on his computer , and watching hockey and NASCAR . Ben's favorite drivers were # 7 Geoff Bodine and # 24 Jeff Gordon . Ben was a quiet gentleman who enjoyed the simple things in life and he always was very thankful for the excellent care he received at Elcor where he resided the last six years. Ben is survived by his sister : Ann Sinderman of Christiansburg , VA ; brother and sister-in-law : Raymond S. and Colleen Wynne Deibler of DuBois , PA ; several nieces , nephews , grand nieces , grand nephews , cousins , and many caring friends including Jim Lynch of Horseheads , NY. Ben's family and Jim Lynch would like to give a Special Thank You to the entire staff at Elcor who gave him love and great care during his stay . Also thank you to Dr. Roberto Mauri , Stephanie Busch P.A. and their staff , the staff at St. Joseph's Hospital ICU and Floor 3-D for their wonderful and compassionate care. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS , NY on Wednesday April 24 , 2013 from 12 Noon to 2 PM. Ben's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 2 PM with the Rev. Susan Husted officiating . Ben will be laid to rest in Ashland Cemetery in Wellsburg , NY.