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Evelyn Ricotta Obituary
Evelyn Ricotta (nee Gurnee) of Haverstraw, NY, died peacefully on October 16, 2008 at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital. She was 88.
Born January 9, 1920 in Tarrytown, NY, she was the daughter of the late Frederick and Bertha Howard Stager.
Evelyn grew up in Haverstraw and worked at Crescent Drugs, then later at Letchworth Village as a Kitchen Aide.
In 1946, Evelyn married Harold D. Gurnee in New York City. Harold and Evelyn raised four children until his passing on June 20, 1973. In 1977, she married Joseph Ricotta in Rochester. Joseph passed away in 1980.
Survivors include her loving children: Harold D. Gurnee and his wife, Marge of Clearwater, FL, George W. Gurnee and his wife, Katie of West Haverstraw, Edward L. Gurnee and his wife, Nancy of Newburgh and Victor S. Gurnee and his wife, Mary of New Windsor; ten cherished grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; one dear sister, Louise Gokey of Garnerville. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews, and two sisters-in-law. She was predeceased by 13 brothers and sisters.
Friends may call today, Sunday, October 19, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at T.J McGowan Sons Funeral Home, Garnerville, NY; 845-429-6665.
A Funeral Service will be held on Monday October 20, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home, with burial to follow in Mt. Repose Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Evelyn's memory to the American Cancer Society.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Evelyn Ricotta
Ken Gurnee
November 7, 2008
Even with age and her Illness,I was never truly prepared for that day.My heart still aches and my life has a large void in it.I lost one of my best friends,my confidant,my Nan.We had a special bond that could never be broken,even in death.She played a major role in making me the person I am today.I love you Nan
JANNELL
October 22, 2008
I LOVE YOU AUNT EVE. WE MISS YOU......
Jennifer Gibbons
October 21, 2008
To the Gurnee family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Evelyn was a great lady and she will be missed. The Adebahr Family (Lorraine, Jennifer, and Eric)
Amanda Bicknell(Gurnee)
October 21, 2008
Hey nan its Mandy,
I miss you and Im so sorry I never took the time to come see you or get to know u better. I love u nan and miss you. Ur forever in our hearts<3 Mandy, Jay and Joey
Hardy & Janette Pierce
October 20, 2008
Dear Ed,
Just found out about your Mom, very sorry for your lost.
I know you have lots of fond memories of her, cherish them.
You, Nancy and the rest of your family are in our prayers.
Love,
Hardy and Janette
Mary Lee Peters
October 20, 2008
We are thinking about your in your time of need. She had a great life and you made that possible for her.
Terry Clearwater
October 19, 2008
Dear Kim and Chris,
I am so sorry for your loss. Be strong. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Terry Clearwater
Alexandra Zimmerman O'Clair
October 19, 2008
Aunt Evelyn was always in my life growing up, and I am so proud to have known her, to have loved her and to have been loved by her. I am glad that Tom and I were able to spend a few hours with everyone tonight, and I know that Aunt Evelyn will be missed for a long time to come...she was an incredible woman!
cathy Menzie
October 19, 2008
Ed, Nancy and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Nan was a great lady. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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