E.W. “Ted” Brewerton

Victor — Ted Brewerton passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the age of 83, surrounded by love and with his devoted wife of 60 years, Gail, by his side.

Ted was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose life was defined by service, kindness, and quiet humor—a true gentleman. A lifetime member of the Lions Club, Ted proudly served as a District Governor and lived by the motto, “We Serve Better Together.” His community service came from a servant’s heart; he led by example and was always ready to lend a helping hand.

An avid golfer, Ted completed his personal mission of golfing in all 48 lower states and played more than 100 golf courses throughout New York State. He also had a deep love for Dalmatian dogs, spending many years showing and breeding them. To escape the winter weather, Ted and Gail enjoyed many happy winters together on Jekyll Island, Georgia and in Garden City, South Carolina.

He was famously devoted to his wife, always putting her needs before his own and proudly (and obediently) following her lead. A die-hard sports fan, Ted never missed a chance to cheer on his favorite teams—the New York Giants, Buffalo Bills, and Baltimore Orioles—faithfully supporting them even through losing seasons.

Ted is survived by his beloved wife, Gail (Delfs) Brewerton; his daughters, Lisa May of Honeoye, Dawn Wright (Carl Ekdahl) of Stanley, and Elisabeth Carter (Brian) of North Carolina; his cherished grandsons, Conor and Rory Wright; his sisters, Kathleen “Kay” McIntyre, Barbara “Bobbi” Prince (Charlie), and Maureen “Rene” Morriss (Thomas); his sisters-in-law, Carol Cocozzo and Ramona Popowich (William); and many nieces and nephews who will miss him dearly.

He was predeceased by his parents, Gordon and Grace (O’Keefe) Brewerton; his parents-in-law, Raymond and Winifred “Winnie” (Massam) Delfs; his brother-in-law, Anthony “Dudie” Cocozzo; his sister-in-law, Joan Ferrigno; and his son-in-law, Timothy May.

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, January 15, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Jarmusz Cotton Funeral Home, 26 Maple Avenue, Victor, NY. The family will gather for a private service on Friday, with interment at Little Church Cemetery in Stanley, NY.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Ted’s memory to the Victor Lions Club, Box 85, Victor, NY 14564, or to the American Heart Association at www.heart.org