Stephen L. Kunst, 67, of Baldwinsville passed away Sunday, October 4, 2009 at St. Josephs Hospital. He was born in New York City and was a 1960 graduate of C. W. Baker High School in Baldwinsville. He worked as a Mechanical Engineer for over 40 years, most recently for Arch Chemical in Rochester and retired in 2003. Stephen was a history buff, an avid gardener, and enjoyed the outdoors.

Survivors: his wife of 48 years, Elizabeth "Betty" Bigliardi. Children: Lawrence Kunst of Syracuse, Sheryl (Douglas) Hawks of Pleasant Valley David (Lisa) Kunst of Hopewell Junction, and Wendy S. (Duncan) Massey of Blaine, WA; sisters, Barbara Necker of Norwich and Ruth (John) Voetelink of Fulton; 9 grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

Services: 7:00pm Thursday, October 8, 2009 at Falardeau Funeral Home, Baldwinsville. Calling hours are 4-7pm Thursday at the funeral home, 93 Downer St., prior to the service.

Contributions: Female Charitable Society, Inc., 10 River St., Baldwinsville, NY 13027.