Timothy L. Caruso, 44, a lifelong resident of Walton passed away unexpectedly at home Thursday, December 6, 2012.

Tim was born on September 20, 1968 in Walton, the son of Joseph J and Joan (McAdams) Caruso. He was a graduate of Walton Central School, class of 1986. On July 25, 1992 he married the former Brenda Michaels. Tim was employed by the Walton Village Public WorksDept., retiring due to illness.

Tim enjoyed being the head spot light operator at the annual Christmas Variety show. He also enjoyed camping, fishing, bowling, riding his motorcycle, watching NASCAR, baseball, and football. But most importantly, he enjoyed taking care of his family and friends.

Tim will be remembered as a kind spirit, a loving son, and father, and a person always ready to help anyone in need.

He is survived by his loving family: his two daughters, Brittany Caruso of Keuka Park, NY; Candice Caruso of Walton, his mother Joan Caruso; the mother of his children, Brenda, aunt and uncles, Bill and Dodie McAdams of Walton; Ronnie and Dema McAdams of Walton; special friends, Brad And Tara Sparling, Tory And Denise Webler of Walton and Ed Bailey of Bainbridge, several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by his dad Joseph and his aunt and uncle, Bonnie and John MacDonald.

Friends and relatives are invited to call on Sunday evening, December 9, 2012 from 6 to 8 PM at the New Hope Community Church, 45 Stockton Ave., Walton where services will be held on Monday morning at 11 AM, with the Rev. Larry Light, officiating. Burial will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are with Courtney Funeral Home, Walton.

Memorial contributions in Tim's memory may be made to the New Hope Community Church or the EMS of Walton.