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Gladys Sawhill Obituary
Gates: September 30, 2008. Born in Charlotte, NY January 15, 1925. Predeceased by her husbands, Donald Brown and Ray V. Sawhill. Survived by her dear daughters, Lynn Hamilton (Anthony Farrow) and Laurie J. Brown (Charles Leveson); granddaughter, Laurie Ann Collins (David Collins); great-grand-daughters, Emily Marie Collins and Elizabeth Anne Collins; as well as her dear extended family Joanne Sawhill Griffin (Peter Griffin) and Ray Sawhill (Polly Frost); family members and good friends especially Everett Phillips and Mom's friend of 60+ years, Doris Smith. Gladys was employed at Greece Central School District at Autumn Lane School and Hunter Stevens Company in Spencerport. A long-standing social member of Ridgemont Country Club and a member for many years of the Greece Post #468 American Legion Auxiliary. We wish to express our gratitude to the caring nurses on 2400 at Unity Hospital and the special people at Hildebrandt Hospice for assisting Mom on her journey home.
Friends may call Sunday, 2-5 PM at Farrell-Ryan Funeral Home, 777 Long Pond Road (between English and Latta). Funeral Service, 11:00 Monday at the funeral home. The family request contributions to Alternatives for Battered Women and Hildebrandt Hospice Lifetime Care, 3111 Winton Road South, Rochester, NY 14623.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gladys Sawhill
Dan Van Vleck
October 8, 2008
Lynn, Laurie, and Laurie Ann,
Aunt Sis was a one-of-a-kind lady. She is one I always thought would be around forever! You are in our prayers during these tough times. With the passing of time, the memories you hold dear can help you through.
In Sympathy,
Joe & Debbie Koselny
October 6, 2008
Dear Laurie and Lynn,
Please accept our deepest sympathies. She was a nice lady.
Dan Van Vleck
October 5, 2008
Aunt Ruth,
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. I always thought Aunt Sis was one of the funniest ladies I ever knew. I know my Dad, Grandma Jane, and Uncle Cha have welcomed her. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dan, Pat, Caroline, & Abby Van Vleck
Penny & Don Gordon
October 4, 2008
Dear Lynn and Laurie and to all your family,
Don and I send our thoughts and love to you and our deepest sympathy. Your Mom was the source of much happiness in my Mom's life and we thought the world of her. May you always remember the many good times you shared together, and know that these thoughts will eventually fill the great void left in your hearts. Much love to you all, Penny and Don Gordon
Marilee Rayome
October 4, 2008
I last saw Aunt Sis at my father's Church service for his funeral in Feb 2007-- I was so glad to see her that day!! I had not seen her in such a long time and it was good to see her, talk with her and hug her one more time! She is at peace now and for that I am thankful. Lynn, Laurie and families, I am holding you close and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers! May God hold you close too as you move through these next few days and beyond. Love-Marilee Ann, Mark, David, Katelyn & Leighanne Rayome
Catherine Van Vleck
October 4, 2008
I last saw Aunt Sis on Tuesday--I did not say good-bye. I did tell her that I loved her and would be back to see her on Wednesday. I did go back, but Aunt Sis had gone to a better place. I know that her sister, Jane, brother, Charles and nephew, Barry welcomed her. I will miss her!
Denise Neu
October 3, 2008
The last time I saw Aunt Sis it was a very happy time! I'm sorry I didn't get a chance to say good bye but I'm sure she's at peace and being greeted by her sister Jane brother Charles and the rest of her family.
Karen Sullivan
October 3, 2008
Laurie and Lynn,
I am so sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and you are in all our thoughts. I am sure Sis is at peace now.
Love,
Karen Mike and Jake Sullivan
Nancy Day
October 3, 2008
Dear Lynn - I'm so sorry to hear of
your mom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know how much she meant to you and my love is with you at this time.
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