Thomas Ray

Tommy Meyers

Thomas Ray ''Tom'' Meyers

Himrod: Thomas Ray ''Tom'' Meyers, age 78, of Himrod, NY passed away with his family by his side on Thursday November 12, 2026 at Strong Memorial Hospital, in Rochester, N.Y.

Honoring his wishes there will be no calling hours. A Celebration of His Life will be held in the future at the convenience of the family on a date to be announced.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.

Thomas was born May 13, 1948 in Montour Falls, NY, the son of the late Albert L. and Evelyn I. (Pierce) Meyers. He graduated from Dundee Central School in 1966. He continued his education in business at Central City Business Institute. He accepted a position at U.S. Salt in Watkins Glen but was soon drafted into the U.S. Army in 1968 and proudly served two years active duty and on standby an additional four years; during which he married his soul mate, the former Celeste S. Hansen on May 15, 1971 in the Penn Yan Episcopal Church. Upon his return from active duty, he returned to his job at U.S. Salt, where he worked until his retirement in 2006.

‘Tom’ was the epitome of a people person. He had a huge heart, a truly warm nature, an addictive smile, and a great sense of humor. He always made everyone he met feel like a long lost friend. He spread himself throughout many community service organizations and social clubs. He had been a former member of the Elks in Watkins Glen, and the Yates County Pool League. A current member of the Dundee American Legion, the Penn Yan Moose Lodge; the Seneca Lake Duck Hunters Assoc., the Himrod Conservation Club; and a very active member and officer in the Dundee VFW Post.

With all of his social life, he never lost sight of the most important things in his life. Family was always #1. He loved and cherished every minute possible with his wife, children and precious grandchildren. He treasured time spent with them on his beloved Seneca Lake. He relished time on his party boat, watching NASCAR, and cheering for his favorite drivers Jeff Gordon and then Chase Elliott. He looked forward to going to the Watkins Glen Race every year. And as much as he loved the lake, he loved warm ocean beaches and tropical island resorts. He truly enjoyed his retirement years.

He is loved and will be forever missed by his wife of 55 years, Celeste S. Meyers at home; 2 sons Jeffery T. (Lisa Wimmer) Meyers of Penn Yan, and Gregory R. (Raquel) Meyers Sr. of Port Charlotte, FL; 3 grandchildren Kaili (Jermaine Sr.) Lewis-Wiggins of Mechanicsville, VA, Kyle (Amanda) Meyers of Dundee, and Anthony (Emily) Meyers of Akron, OH; 8 great grandchildren Jermaine Jr. ,Jaylen, Jamari, Kianna, and Jasir Lewis-Wiggins; Eliza and Sophia Meyers; and Addison Meyers; a brother Richard A. Meyers of Brooksville, FL; and several nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a grandson Gregory Richard Meyers Jr. in 2000.

Arrangements entrusted to the Baird Funeral Home, 36 Water Street, Dundee. Online condolences can be sent by visiting www.bairdfuneralhomedundee.com.