Philip Robert Wager (Phil), 73, of Red Creek, NY, passed away suddenly
on Tuesday, April 19th, 2016 at home. Born in Penn Yan, NY to Robert
and Catherine Wager he lived most of his life in the Finger Lakes
region and Wayne County.

Phil studied at SUNY Geneseo and did his doctorate work at Syracuse
University in Special Education, where he was a recipient of a USDOE
Fellowship. Phil became a dedicated educator specializing in speech
therapy and taught within the North Rose-Wolcott school district, SUNY
Geneseo, Ithaca College and the Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES. Phil's true
passion however was his love of fruit farming, which he learned from
his parents and relatives. Phil in conjunction with his family was the
successful owner / operator of Wager's County Apple and its associated
farm. In 2015 Wager's Country Apple celebrated 40 years in business.
Phil was additionally active in the community and served as Trustee
for the Village of Red Creek.

Phil is survived by his loving wife of 30 years, LouAnne ; his sister
Jeanne Hansen (Dale); his daughters Staci Wager Dayton (David);
Christine Turner Smith (Dan) and Erin Turner (Mike); his son Steven
Wager (Carlo); five grandchildren Summer, Elias, Dylan, Drew and
Oliver, as well as his many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

In respect of Phil's wishes there will be no service. Memorial
donations may be made in Phil's name to the National Stroke
Association, 9707 East Easter Lane, Suite B, Centennial, CO 80112.