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Horace Lethbridge Obituary
Livonia: Passed away June 16, 2008. Son of the late James N. and Olivetta E. Lethbridge; loving brother of the late Mary J. Taylor and late Dorothy R. G. Brown. Uncle of Clifford W. (Patricia) Taylor and Beverly E. (Lelan) Allen Jr.; also survived by several great-nieces and nephews. He was a Army Veteran of WWII.
A Memorial Service will be held at 4357 Reed Rd., Livonia, NY Sunday July 20th at 2:00 PM, friends invited. Arragements:
John J. Curran Funeral Home, Inc.
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Ann J. Enger
July 24, 2008
When I first met Horace seven or so years ago, he and Rob were sitting in the upstairs Kenmore apartment enjoying some refreshments. They were in town visiting his sister, Dorothy, who was in a nursing home. I was there to look at the downstairs apartment, where I still live. Horace was friendly and welcoming and I sat and talked with them for a while.
Like many people, I enjoyed corresponding with Horace. He was a great communicator and a funny, insightful, and wonderful writer. (And prolific!) I particularly loved hearing about different dinner parties, foods served, the details of Rob's great homemade pies.
When he first showed me the kitchen of my apartment, he looked around and said, "this is where Dorothy made turkey dinner for the whole family," --referring to limited counter space but crediting her creative energy. Horace was also very understated about his talents: He only occasionally talked about his skill at weaving, but his productivity was enormous and his work was featured in magazines and sold at fine stores in CA.
Horace's appreciation for craftsmanship was clear, beginning with his devotion to his home in Livonia. Every detail was considered - from floor to ceiling. He had a keen appreciation for anyone who did good work -- attention to detail and trustworthyness being key. At the risk of going too long here (well - in the spirit of Horace!) he also always had an appreciation for nature; he noticed flowers and trees at different times of the year. He and Rob traveled faithfully with their dogs, juggling luggage and taking schedule changes in stride (albeit with great side comments when necessary!)
I'm certain his bridge groups, book groups, dinner guests, friends and companions will dearly miss his unique and spirited presence. I know I will.
With sincere condolences to his family and friends,
Love, Ann
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