Terrance P. "Terry" Ledger

Mr. Terrance P. “Terry” Ledger, age 76, of Old Forge, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 21, 2009 after a brief illness, in the privacy of his home on Fourth Lake with the love and support of his family by his side. Born in Little Falls, NY on March 13, 1933, Terrance was the son of the late Roy and Helyn (Carson) Ledger. As a child, he and his family relocated to New Hartford where he was raised and educated, graduating from New Hartford High School. A proud veteran of the U.S. Army, he actively served his country during the Korean Conflict. After a loving ten year relationship, he and Eleanor Arcuri Ficarra were married on October 23, 1980. They were partners in life and in their business ventures and a fun-loving couple who enjoyed one another and embraced a common commitment to family life. A self-employed entrepreneur associated with the construction industry, Terry first established the T. P. Ledger Construction Company, a venture that built his reputation and respect for his craftsmanship, creativity, and visionary abilities. He was a successful builder of many beautiful homes in the Woodbury, Janet Terrace, and Oxford Road developments, and during this period he served as president of the local Home Builders of the Mohawk Valley Association. In 1968, Terry established Mallory Millwork, an architectural millwork company that he erected in Marcy, NY. He honored a professional commitment by serving with the Architectural Woodworking Institute (AWI), New York State Chapter. The year 1978 marked the beginning of St. Ledger Limited, a company that manufactured wood refrigeration systems. These creative “iceboxes” and custom wine storage units are on display in many fine hotels and resorts throughout the country. For a period of time, he relocated to Colorado and Bucks County, PA where he continued to build custom homes. In 1991 he returned to his favorite Adirondack environment where he served the North Country as a successful contractor. Terry and Ellie, co-owned and operated Ledger’s Lakefront Cottages located on scenic Fourth Lake in Old Forge. He enjoyed the adventures of traveling and was one who had a passion for the outdoors and the pleasure of living in such a serene environment. He loved down-hill skiing, wooden boats and riding his Harley-Davidson and Indian motorcycles. Terry was an individual who appreciated life, and had an affinity for music, especially Dixieland bands and the banjo. Terry is survived by his devoted Ellie of forty years. One of his greatest attributes was his ability to blend and love all of his five children: Terry “Tank” and Debbie Ledger of Massachusetts, Patrick and Jen Ledger of Lake Placid, Kathi and Kevin Delphia of Vermont, Larry and Heather Ficarra of Hamilton, and Cheryl Ficarra and Bill Banks of Syracuse; his grandchildren, Amanda and Ethan; Forest, Beckett, and Van; Collin and Cody; Jack and Peter; and Kimberly. Survivors also include his sister, Nan Eckmair of Chittenango; his nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, and in-laws, Sharon and Carl Mazza of Utica, and Leon and Janice Arcuri of CA. Terry was also blessed with many fellow professionals, neighbors, friends, and those in the community who have been of great support with thought and prayer. He was predeceased by his brother-in-law, John Eckmair; his in-laws, Bill and Anne Arcuri; and his Newfoundland canine companion, “Mishka”. The family extends deep gratitude to the personnel of Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc. and especially nurse Kathy Smyth for her compassionate, personal care of Terry and the entire family. In keeping with Terry’s wishes, there will be no public visitation. By family request, please omit floral offerings. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend Terry’s Mass of Christian Burial and Celebration of Life which will be celebrated with Military Honors on Saturday morning at 11:00 at St. Bartholomew’s Catholic Church, 103 Crosby Blvd, Old Forge, NY. The family will receive visitors at the conclusion of Mass. For those wishing to do so, please consider memorial contributions in Terry’s honor to the Old Forge Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Inc., Hospice & Palliative Care, Inc., or the Stevens-Swan Humane Society; envelopes will be available at the service. A gathering will be held at the Knotty Pine Restaurant at the conclusion of the service.

Terrance P. "Terry" Ledger

March 13, 1933 - September 21, 2009