Spencerport, NY: Gaylord “Jack” Fires passed away on January 3rd, 2019 surrounded by his daughter Jeniffer Groth, Son David Fires, and second wife Laurie Fires after a long fighting battle with cancer. In addition to his children, he is survived by his grandchildren Mackenzie, Ava, and Nathan, along with several brothers, sisters, nieces, and nephews.
Jack was a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was well known throughout the glass industry in Rochester.
He is loved for his amazing sense of humor, jokes, and great personality. He enjoyed going to the movies, Manhattans, and hot dogs with Mac and cheese.
In lieu of flowers, please give donations to the UR Medicine Home Care Hospice or the Cancer Society.
A memorial service is being held this Saturday January 12, 2019 at the Northridge Church. Visitation will begin at 1PM followed by a 2PM service which will include an Honor Guard. The address is 2052 Saint Paul St, Rochester NY 14612.
It will be interpreted for the deaf. The honor guard service will be part of the 2pm service.