George H. Backus Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to George H. Backus of Fayetteville, New York, born in Russell, New York, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. George left this world on September 14, 2024 at the age of 92, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of George H. Backus to show support.
Though George may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those George touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Donald Backus and Georgia Backus; his son Robert Backus; and his siblings, Donald "Gus", David Backus, Jean Martel and Janet Martin.
He is survived by: his wife Ann Platania Backus; and his children, Kathleen "Kate" Alibrandi (Rob Walters) of Pittsford, NY, Donald Backus (Dee) of Baldwinsville and James Carello (Amy) of Fayetteville. He is also survived by six grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
