Cesar Summermatter passed away in his sleep on Wednesday, December 19, 2007. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Marie-Louise, and two daughters, Bettina and Annabelle.
Mr. Summermatter was born in Eisten, Switzerland in February of 1923. His love of the outdoors started at a young age growing up in the Swiss mountains near the Matterhorn. During World War II, he served in the Swiss Army protecting the country’s border. He worked as a chef in many famous restaurants including Michael’s Pub, The Stork Club in New York City and Cooperstown’s Otesaga Resort. His Swiss heritage and cuisine were featured at the Hathorn Inn in Warwick, NY, which he owned from 1966 to 1984. Christmas was always a favorite time of the year at the Hathorn as Cesar lit live candles on the 25 foot tall Christmas tree. After selling the Hathorn Inn, Cesar and Marie-Louise moved to East Pharsalia where he continued as a chef at the Otesaga Resort and also enjoyed farming. Cesar will be missed by his family and also by many friends.
Services for Cesar will be held at the convenience of the family.
The arrangements are under the direction of the Wilson Funeral Home.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. If you need anything please let us know.
Marie Louise, we wish to express our deepest sympathy to you and your family in the passing of Cesar. I will miss the discussions we had about his bees. Early in spring when the crocus and snow drops bloomed; I would always see his bees working to collect the pollen. It is a grand site to behold that these little creatures could do and give so much good. Please feel free to call if you need help with anything.
Barry & Christine and Doris
To Marie, Bettina, & Annabelle;
We are very sad to read that Cesar has passed. We will always cherish the memories of your family living next to us and the great times we had.
Love,
Carl & Charlotte Sherwood
Marlice,
We are very sorry to hear about Cesar. You are in our
thoughts and prayers. Our special memory of Cesar
is that he was always had a smile on his face and he
liked people. He was very friendly and smiling.
We are so sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Brian and Joni Huntley
Cesar will be greatly missed by many with his wisdom. Our fond memories are at Seeber’s Tavern when he helped out Doug put on the wonder Valentine’s Dinner every year and that wonder drink he made after the meal was complete.
Our thoughts and prays go out to the family.
Dennis & Helene Smith (Kenyon)
Marie Louise, I am very thankful to have known both you and Cesar. I feel blessed for the times I was able to share with Cesar hearing about his life. I will keep him in my heart and both of you in my prayers.
Terri (Hospice Nurse)