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Anna Podres Obituary

WITHERBEE Anna K. Podres, 98, of Witherbee, N.Y. died Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2007, at Glens Falls Hospital, Glens Falls, N.Y. She was born April 13, 1909, in Witherbee, the daughter of Mathew and Katherine (Dembroski) Glebus. She was employed for many years at Moriah Central School cafeteria. She loved to cook. Anna was affectionately known as "Ancha." Anna is survived by her sons, John Podres and his wife, Joan, Walter Podres ,Thomas Podres and his friend, Jan; a daughter-in-law, Rita Podres; her grandchildren: Joseph (Trish) Podres, John Podres, Kevin (Sue) Guilfoil, James Podres, Chris Podres, Scott Podres, Eric Podres, Jennifer (Josh) Barber, Melissa (Rob) Rajeski; her great-grandchildren: Lauren, Emma, and Kate Guilfoil and Benjamin Barber. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph G. Podres, her daughter, Mary and her son, James. Calling hours were held Sunday, Dec. 2, from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Harland Funeral Home in Port Henry. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, Dec. 3, at 11 a.m. at the Church of All Saints in Mineville, N.Y. Burial will be in St. Peter & Paul Cemetery in Moriah. Memorial donations may be made to the Town of Moriah Ambulance Squad.

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Published by Post-Star from Dec. 1 to Dec. 4, 2007.

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Patty Foster-Connors

December 4, 2007

TO THE PODRES FAMILY:
MY LOVING THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. ALWAYS REMEMBER-THE BLESSINGS OF THE TIME YOU HAD WITH YOUR MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER..AND I BELIEVE SHE IS STILL WITH YOU IN SPIRIT. MEMORIES KEEP HER WITH YOU FOREVER.

The Bennett Family

December 3, 2007

John and Joan Podres~

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mother. May fond memories comfort you in this time of sadness.

Kelly Daniels-Hutchins

December 3, 2007

Mr. and Mrs. Podres and Joe, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your mother and grandmother. My condolences to your family.

Gina Catanzarita

December 3, 2007

Anna was a key icon on Lamos Place/Lower Main street. I, too, have many fond memories of her and the Podres family. My deepest condolences to each of you.

Carrie Arehart

December 3, 2007

Mr. and Mrs. Podres and John (JP)...please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. May you find comfort in your faith, friends and family.

Cindy Terry

December 3, 2007

Rita, Just wanted to let you know that I'm thinking of you and your family at this time. I would like to be there with the gang, but I'm in Baltimore for Adam's game. Will see you when I return home.
My thoughts are with you and your family.

Ed (Jimmy) Rytell

December 3, 2007

Sorry to hear about Anna's passing. She will be foundly remebered by many. I know I have many memories of her from when I was growing up in Witherbee.

Tom Spierto

December 2, 2007

John, Walt, Tom ,Joe and rest of the family. Sorry to hear about the loss of your mother.

dianne (barber) kansas and Peter Kansas

December 1, 2007

May your many wonderful memories be your comfort. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Mike and Dee Mitchell

December 1, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with ya'll

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