Christopher W. McGuire

1971 - 2015

HARTWICK - Christopher William McGuire, 43, of Hartwick, passed away in his home early Thursday morning, January 22, 2015.

He was born October 1, 1971, in the City of Manchester, New Hampshire, a son of William Joseph and Barbaralee Marion (Toula) McGuire.

On May 20, 1995, Chris married Sarah Westphal in a ceremony at the Old Stone Church in Schuyler Lake.  

He was a self-employed carpenter.  

Chris is survived by his wife of 20 years, Sarah McGuire, of Hartwick; three children, Ryan Parker McGuire of Hartwick and Jason Edward Conklin and his fiancée, Lindsay M. Valentine, of Cortlandt Manor, and Steven Olson of Chadwicks; and a brother, David Hillsgrove and his wife, Amanda, of Dolgeville.

A Celebration of Chris' life was held at his home on Sunday, January 25, 2015. Chris' family is grateful to the many people who came by their home that day and paid their respects-the outpouring of support from friends and neighbors is truly appreciated.  

At a future date, Chris will be laid to rest in Hartwick Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the care and guidance of the Connell, Dow & Deysenroth Funeral Home in Cooperstown.


If you would like to send condolences to the family, send an email to Connell, Dow & Deysenroth. We will forward your comments to the family. If you would like to send flowers in memory of the deceased, contact Mohican Flowers at (607) 547-8822, or A Rose is a Rose at (607) 264-3100.