John S. Miers, 69, of Mechanic Street and formerly of Chenango Lake, passed away on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 at his home.
Born in Norwich on January 7, 1943, John was the son of Charles O. and Elinor (Barnes) Miers. He graduated from Norwich High School with the Class of 1961, and was very proud to have been the captain of the very first Norwich High School varsity swim team. John earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Muhlenberg College in 1965 where he was a member of Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity.
John served honorably in the Army as a drill sergeant. Following his service, he worked as an executive assistant for Norwich Pharmaceuticals, and later worked for many years as a salesperson.
John was also an accomplished guitarist and enjoyed frequently playing in “hootenannies”. He also lovedHe Chenango Lake, and watching tennis and football, particularly the New York Giants. John will be remembered for his wonderful nature. He greatly enjoyed mingling with friends and neighbors.
John is survived by his daughter, Carrie LaCoe, of Norwich and three brothers and their wives, Fred and Sally Miers of Norwich, his twin brother, Jim Miers and his wife, Judy of Castle Rock, CO, and Tom and Pati Miers of Naperville, IL. Several nieces and nephews also survive. He was predeceased by his son, Matthew Miers, and Susan Miers, and also his beloved dog, Eddie.
A memorial service for John will be held at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, February 14, 2012 at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, with a reception at the church to follow. There will be no calling hours.
Contributions in memory of John may be made to the Chenango County SPCA, 6160 Co. Rd. 32, Norwich, NY 13815, or to the charity of your choice.
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We were so sorry to hear about John….Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this very sad time…
We are very sorry to hear of Johns passing. We had many a good time sailing with him and his twin Jim on Lake Ontario. Our thoughts are with his family at the time.
Dick and Kathy Hart, Southport NC
So sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our heart goes out to Carrie and the rest of his family. I have such great memories up at the lake sitting around the fire, John with the guitar singing songs, but mostly singing Peter, Paul and Mary….. He was a great man and probably the friendliest man I have met. He will greatly be missed.
So sorry to hear about your Dad’s passing – thoughts are with you.
Fred and Jim – I’m so sorry to read of John’s passing. Many’s the Wednesday night I spent with him at the Binghamton Reserve Center, and good times they were, too. My condolences to you and the entire family. God Bless.
Sorry to hear about your dad’s passing, Carrie. He was a very kind man w/ a warming smile. I enjoyed my visits w/ him at the lake.
We are so sorry to hear of John’s passing. Our thoughts & prayers are with the entire family
So sorry to hear of John’s passing…John is fondly remembered by the swimming Eaton family. He was a true Norwich High School swimming inspiration to many youngsters over the years. How proud he was at the 5o year anniversary of Norwich High swimming. Becoming George Echentile’s first swimming captain during the 60-61 season was very historic. He always had a kind word and I enjoyed sharing many swim stories with him. My thoughts are with the Miers family…
So sorry to hear of your Dads passing Carrie. He was a friend and we had some great times together in years past. Thoughts and prayers to you.
so very sorry to hear about john.he was a good friend for many years,he will be missed.
Carrie…so sorry about your dad. Mom passes her thoughts and prayers on as well. He was a great friend to my family.
My heartfelt sympathy in the loss of John. I worked in the same dept. as him many years ago at Norwich Eaton Pharm.
He was always pleasant, kind and helpful and had a great sense of humor.
Carrie, I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. John, Casey and I have shared many memories, as I did with your Mom also. He could always make me smile and I could count on him for a hug. I know you will hold many dear memories close to your heart. Scottie Decker
To all of John’s family – We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you all.
Mike & Nancy Gibbon
Betty Nolan
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