In Memoriam

Merville J. Button, 92 of Perry, passed away peacefully on Sunday January 13, 2019 at his home. He was born in Middlesex, New York on February 25, 1926 a son to the late Leslie J. and Esther (Clark) Button. He was a graduate of Rushville High School and Cornell University. 

Merv was an extension agent for the Wyoming and Erie Cooperative Extension where he retired in July 1991. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Perry, the Castile Historical Society, the New York State Ag Society and the former Kitchen Konference. He enjoyed woodworking, photography, reading and traveling. 

Merville is survived by his wife Martha W. (Wilbur) Button whom he married on May 5, 1956, a daughter: Amy S. Button of Long Island City, NY, 3 sons: Leslie J. (Laura) Button of Big Flats, Donald C. (Malena) Button of San Francisco; Steven D. Button of Syracuse, a brother: Warren (Patricia) Button of Cortlandt Manor, NY, 10 grandchildren, 1 great grandson, along with many nieces and nephews. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by a grandson: Peter S. Boese and siblings: Nettie Benedict and Alvin Button. 

Family and friends may call from 10 am-12 pm on Saturday January 19th at the First United Methodist Church 35 Covington St. in Perry where services will follow at 12 pm Noon. He will be laid to rest in West Perry Cemetery in Perry. 

Merv's wife, Martha, taught the 7-week summer program at the Silver Lake Institute known as "Kids at Play." It met for 4 hours a day and included Bible stories and concepts, craft projects, games, and swimming at the Asbury Pool. Eventually, Esther Schuknecht assisted her and later took it over. Merv and Martha enjoyed many of the concerts put on here at Silver Lake's Epworth Hall

Sympathy cards may be sent to Martha Button, c/o First U.M. Church. Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church, 35 Covington St. Perry, New York 14530 or to the Wyoming County 4-H program 36 Center St Suite B Warsaw, NY 14569.