Joan Mary Seymour

Joan Seymour Obituary

Coldenham, NY

Joan Mary Seymour of Coldenham, NY, a lifelong resident of the area, died Thursday, October 16, 2008. She was 75.

The daughter of the late George Edward and Marion Babcock Stickney, she was born April 11, 1933, in Maybrook, NY.

She was an excellent artist, a care giver to the elderly and an avid gardener.

She was the widow of Terry E. Seymour.

Survivors include her Daughter, Jane Porubek and her husband, Joseph; Brother, Edward George Stickney; Granddaughter, Jennifer Lane and her husband, Jim and their children, James III and Nicole; Grandson, Joseph LoFrese; Grandson, Terry LoFrese and his wife, Janika; Grandson, Eric Porubek; Grandson, Michael Porubek and his son, Michael; Granddaughter, April Baggatta and her children: Jessica, Tiffany, and Ricky Francis, Jr.; Granddaughter, Samantha Rys and her children, Mark Jr. and Alexis Barber; Grandson, Christopher Bellia. She was predeceased by her daughter, Georgi-ann Rys and Great-Grandson, Nicholas Francis.

Visitation will be Monday, October 20, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Millspaugh Funeral Home, 22 Bank St., Walden, NY. Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. The Rev. Jim Van Houten will officiate. Burial will be in Bloomingburgh Rural Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, TN 38105.

Arrangements by Millspaugh Funeral Directors; 845-778-3200.

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Published by Times Herald-Record on Oct. 19, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Joan Seymour

4 Entries

Nick La Mura

November 15, 2008

Rest In Peace.

Samantha Rys

October 21, 2008

Grama was more than just my Grandmother she raised April and I while my parents worked two jobs and traveled together .She nurtured us as well as disciplined us teaching us our morals and values as well as laundry and numerous other skills for life. We were so lucky to have her. She married one time to loose her husband at 39 and then she never even dated after he died. She never drank or did drugs but she sure enjoyed that pipe.
I wasn’t surprised that she left when the leaves changed. I took her out of the nursing home in October a few times through the years because she admired the trees. When I was little I would ask her what her favorite color was and her reply was always Green, Orange Red and Yellow that pretty much covers October if you ask me.
This day I feared my entire life. When I was little Grama would get sick at times and I would tell her that if she died I would die crying over her .Her reply was always the same telling me she was not afraid to die that God knew when it would be her time to go home. She would then go on and tell me how wonderful Heaven was and that she had a husband there waiting for her. Now she even has my Mother which they were always like two peas in a pod.
When I think of her I think about her spaghetti sauce that would cook all day and make the house smell so good.
I think of the warm white rice she would make me with sugar and milk for breakfast.
I think of her hugs and kisses and holding her hand.
I think of the winters when she would get up every morning before anyone else to start the stoves so it would be warm for all of us.
I think of her picking up spots off our wool carpet with her finger tips.
Even today my hands were cold and I remembered her telling me “Cold Hands mean a warm Heart”
Grama was there for everyone When Jane needed her she was there when Mom and Pa needed her she was there. It was like her mission in life was to take care of people.
Grama was always a lady she would wear her pant suits to the doctor and as soon as she walked in the door she had to put on one of her dresses.
Never one moment did she do something without thinking of someone else first. She had a big heart filled with Gold.
I think of Summers she would take us up to the cabin to enjoy the outdoors with Mom Pa and Ed.
Grama didn’t drive when I was growing up but she still brought spirituality to April and I and taught us to pray from home that we didn’t need to go to church to love God.
Grama showed no value for possessions ,if she thought someone would be happier with something she had she gave it to them.
She would help my mom and dad toward her stay in her own home, donate to all kinds of charities and still give April and I our allowance each month.
Since she went in the nursing home and then Jane’s every day once a year we would gather to see Grama she was like glue for us on that day. We are going to miss her so much every Christmas Eve. Its only because of all the love we share for her my sister April, Chris and our children would get together on that special day.
My friend gave me a card that read” Your Grandmothers Legacy will never be forgotten-her love and caring spanned generations ,her warmth touched so many hearts ”I thought how well said is that.
As difficult as it is to loose such a wonderful person I think I speak for us all when I say she is in a wonderful place and she will no longer suffer in the vessel that carried her here. Not to mention My mother, her husband ,Mom and Pa ,all her pets and so many others have been waiting to see her.
We Love you and miss you so much,Samantha

Jenn Bissinger

October 20, 2008

Jane, Joseph, Jennifer, Joseph, Terry and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Memories will keep your days bright and your love alive. Sincere condolences.

JOHN,APRIL,JESSICA,TIFFANY,RICKY jr ( FAMILY )

October 19, 2008

Dear gramma joan,We know that you are watching us as we grieve. We are crying,not because we are sad for our loss,but because we love and miss you! And although you are not with us right now,we WILL see each other again,up above! There we shall be again happy and joyous! Untill then, your memory shall live on,in our hearts,sheltering us from the bitter cold and the rain that is here on earth. Everytime We see your picture,everytime we hear your name,A fond memory will fill our hearts with the love that only YOU are able to give. GOD has called you to join him in his house,for you are his child and must go home! It is time to rest your weary body and soul,so you can guide us all as gramma's do. Tonight, I will sleep in peace as I lay down my head and remember a funny memory that will make me smile,end even chuckle!

YOUR WALKING FARTS, AND, GOSH HUN!

Good night and we love you!!

JOHN,APRIL,JESSICA,TIFFANY,RICKY jR

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