Clayton;
Mr. Timothy C. Neilson, 72, of Clayton, passed away, Saturday, May 17th at his residence. He had been in ill health.
Tim was born November 17th, 1953, in Watertown to Loraine Calhoun. He graduated from Clayton Central School and Morrisville College.
He lived in Florida for a time, where he was a mechanic for a land clearing company. After moving back to Clayton, he worked for various companies building docks along the river as well as a mechanic. At the time of his death, he owned a small engine repair business at his residence.
Tim enjoyed collecting history of the islands and sailing ship photos.
He is survived by a daughter Misty Lee of Florida; one aunt, Elaine (Raymond) McGuire of Florida; one uncle, Ben (Karen) Calhoun of Clayton; cousins; and his best friend Steve Dorr, and Steve’s two grandsons who helped take care of him in his illness.
He is predeceased by his mother Loraine, and his stepfather, Tony Elgar.
There will be a graveside committal service in August at a time to be announced.
Donations can be made in his name to the TI Museum, 312 James Street, Clayton, N.Y. 13624.
daniel r glynn
Tim helped a lot us with car repairs you will be missed buddy
Matt Taylor
RIP Timmy
Tom and Bonnie Leana
We are very sorry to hear of Timmy’s passing. He was a good friend at a time when we needed help. We thought a lot of Timmy.
Lynnette DuFord
We are so saddened to hear of Tim’s passing and are sending our sincere condolences to his family. He was a good friend and true River Rat. Rest in Peace Tim. Ron and Lynnette DuFord.
John Kellogg
A bright yellow StarCraft with a big black motor. Ben has the exact same. Two speed boats – at the dock and WOT. Black, black night broken by frequent lighting. As I watch those boats swallowed by the Picton channel, roster tails like small water spouts fading into the black, I stand in a kind of awe. Goodbye Tim – Godspeed.
Steve Daub
R.I.P. Tim Thanks for all your friendship over the years and all the help you gave my late sister Karen.
Jeannine and John Hammersley
R.I.P. Tim, We will miss you. Rest in the arms of Elenor and Lorraine
Susan Dodes Charbonneau
I am so saddened to hear of Tim’s passing. He’s one of my oldest friends on the River. I’m sure he’s up there partying with Ann Gefell. We all had so much fun. My condolences to all who knew and loved him.