Mode was born Nov. 16, 1921, in Ridgewood, N.J., to Joseph and Elizabeth Mode. He was raised in White Plains and graduated from White Plains High School and from LSU. He worked in the hotel industry and as a surveyor after being discharged from both World War II and the Korean wars. Later, he worked for Westchester Country Club, Waterbury Country Club and Rye Racquet Clubs as the tennis professional.
Mode is survived by his nephews, Scott and Dwight. He was predeceased by his parents.
Calling hours are Dec. 20 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Clark Funeral Home, Route 202 in Yorktown Heights - (914) 962-3333.
Donations in Mode’s name may be made to the Civil Air Patrol of N.Y. at Westchester County Airport, 24 Loop Road, Building 1, White Plains, NY 10604-1218.
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