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Lester L. Sciss

Lester L. Sciss

Lester Louis Sciss passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 3 in the house he built in 1941 at 1229 River Road. He was born on April 4, 1915 in Easton, PA. He was 103 years old.

Lester is survived by his daughter-in-law Marsha Sciss (Thomas), his two grandchildren, Michael Sciss and wife Michele and Kelly Mulroy (Sciss) and husband Ted, and his four great-grandchildren, Brooke, Tyler, Brielle and Alexcia. Lester is preceded in death by his wife, Eleanor, his two children Donald Sciss and Barbara Sciss (DeGraw), and his great-granddaughter Bailey Sciss. He was the last of his eight brothers and sisters to pass away.

He married the love of his life, Eleanor in 1938 and they shared a precious 77 years together before she passed in 2016. They had an extraordinary marriage even though friends and family often heard him saying ”For Gods Sakes Eleanor” or “What in the Sam Hill Eleanor” or “What are you doing now Eleanor?” (emphasis on saying Eleanor!)

Living as long as Lester did, one will have many moments in ones lifetime. Les was a founding member of the Oak Hill Golf Course in 1963, in Milford, NJ where he sunk a few holes in one! He claimed he always “knew” how the hills would roll towards Milford.

He worked for Riegel Paper before retiring in 1977. Lester also started his own business that was very well known throughout the community: Sciss Lawnmower Shop. There was no mistaking that you got the right number when Les would pick up and answer with his usual greeting: “Sciss Lawnmower Shop...Les Sciss speaking.” Friends and neighbors were always there to buy a part, pick up their fixed mowers, or have simple conversations on the back porch.

He was a good athlete. He boxed in Phillipsburg and Allentown until Eleanor put a halt to that! He also played baseball. He played shortstop for the Bucks County league. He also played for Frenchtown and Baptistown.

Lester was also an avid hunter. He killed his first deer in 1946 and then called it quits at the age of 97. “It was getting too cold” he would say when asked about continuing to go out and hunt. He had a long run of it, 51 years!

Anyone sharing a drink with Les knew he only had one and before he consumed it he always would say “Here Goes.” So raise your glass to Les and say “Here Goes!”

He was a husband, a parent, a grandparent, great-grandparent, in-law, and friend. Lester will be missed by many.

Services will be private. Arrangements are under the care of the Johnson-Walton Funeral Home, 24 Church Road, Milford, NJ.

Condolences

From: Shirley Pursell
So sorry for your loss-he lived a long and great life RIP Les

From: Steve + Amy Guinan
A time to celebrate a life well lived. We’ll fondly remember Les and his uncanny ability to share such vivid stories of his life experiences. Upper Black Eddy won’t be the same without him. Heartfelt condolences.

From: Sharon Kunsman
Our condolences Marsha, Mike, Kelly and families. We all have good memories of Les. He was one of a kind. Good hearted, caring, a great man. Love, Aunt Sherry and Uncle Jerry.

From: John & Sue Rumer
The world is a little less bright with his loss. Remembering a wonderful, thoughtful, funny guy. Deepest condolences to the family, especially Marsha.

From: Moninghoff Appliance & Supply
Dear Mike and family so sorry for your loss and remember the last conversation you had with Claudia about losing your Grandfather so know this one is hitting you hard. We know how well you cared for him day in and day out which is so respected. We know how much he was respected in the community for many years and certainly respect your dedication to him. Just remember how lucky you are to have him until 103. You are so blessed to have him for so many years. We as a family are here if you need anything and you are in our hearts and prayers.

From: Charlie and Janet Cooper
Our sincere sympathy to all of the family. Les was such a nice man and so respected in our community. What a long and good life he had.

From: Fran and Rich Petiet
Marsha and family, so sorry for you, you where the best daughter-n-law (daughter) anyone could have had, Les was a wonderful caring person, always nice to everyone, and as a boss, Richard said you could not have asked for a better one. We loved him, as much, as we could have of our own family. He was a great man and will always remember our left right center games at Marsha's, he always had a great time we all did. love, Richard and Fran

From: Bob Griffith
I bought four Wheel Horse tractors from Less and I still have all 4. Even they are antiques now they will always be with me. I have fond memories visiting with Less and talked for hours about the tractors. His memories and knowledge will always be with me may he RIP.

From: Marcia
I am very sorry to hear of the family's loss. My deepest condolences goes out to you. Although this is a difficult time I hope you find great comfort in your cherished memories as well as in God's promises for the future. Revelation 21:3, 4

From: Jim Melicharek
I knew Les for the 30 years I lived right down river road from him and any time I had a problem with my equipment he would go out of his way to help out. He was a real gentlemen.

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