Thomas Milton Knobel Obituary
The memory of Thomas Milton Knobel (Homer, New York), who passed away on December 20, 2024 at the age of 75, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Thomas Milton Knobel to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James H. Knobel and Dorla Simmons Mercer. He is survived by: his wife Catherine Bertini of Homer; his daughter Vivienne Knobel of Boston, MA.; his siblings, Beanie Knobel (Dina) of Bernville, PA, Kim Knobel Welch (Thomas), Jeff Mercer (Colleen) of Belle Harbor, NY and Joel Mercer (Beth) of Cortland; and his nieces and nephews, Jim Welch (Gwennan Carlson), Erin Welch Albro (Shawn), Patty Welch, James Mercer (Katie Deitz), Tommy Mercer, Mary Mercer, Katie Mercer, Ted Mercer, Olivia Knobel, Brandon Maitland, McKenna Albro, Ben Albro, Quinn Albro, Liliana Caloiero, Diem-Anh Vo (Will Martin), Lily Anh Martin, Lan-Anh Vo (Ian Cowan), Stephanie Pham, Christopher Pham, Will Lessard and Lauren Jessica Bertini.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, January 31st 2025 at 5:00 PM at the St. Margaret's Church (14 Copeland Ave, Homer, NY 13077). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 1st 2025 at 2:00 PM at 24-26 Port Watson St, Cortland, NY 13045. Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 1st 2025 from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, we hope you will consider donating to one of the organizations that Tom passionately involved himself with over the years: The Cortland Repertory Theatre - Vibrant local arts theatre in Cortland and Homer (https://cortlandrep.org), Center 4 the Arts of Homer - Community of artists showcasing local music, film, and art.
