GENEVA - Willis K. (Bill) Brandow, 92, of Geneva, passed away on Saturday (November 12, 2016). A Graveside Service for family and friends will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday (November 17) in Brookside Cemetery, Snell Road, Geneva. In lieu of calling hours, a Celebration of Bill's Life will be held later in the evening, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday (November 17) at Belhurst. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 340 Main St., Geneva, NY 14456.Bill was born on September 3, 1924, in Canandaigua, the son of the late Charles H. and Doris Kinde Brandow. He grew up in Geneva, often working in his father's shoe store. After high school, he served in the US Army from 1943-1946, stationed at Seneca Army Depot, Fort Lewis, Wash. and in the Philippines. After his service, he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree, from Hobart College and an MBA, from the University of Michigan. Bill worked at Stern's Nursery in Geneva, for many years, serving as vice president. In 1961, he became president of a new company, Garden Galleries. The company started in Geneva, where it operated until relocating to Phelps, in 1997. He served as president of Garden Galleries until retiring, in 2013. His family and his company family were his continuing passions. Bill was a lifelong member of the First United Methodist Church, in Geneva. He was a dedicated reader and an avid learner of many subjects.Bill is survived by his wife, of 58 years, Ann; son, Jed (Amy) Brandow, of Phelps and their children Jenna, Thomas and Andrew; son, Seth (Donna) Brandow, of Romulus and their children Ross and Olivia; daughter, Holly Brandow Mullin, of Geneseo and her children Rebecca and Emily Jean; brother, Robert H. of Buxton, Maine; many nieces and nephews.Arrangements are being handled by the McGuigan & Bero Funeral Home.For tributes and condolences to the family, please visit www.mcguiganberofuneralhome.com.
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