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Nancy Yerkes Obituary
The daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth Lillian Karsh Painter, she was born August 14, 1934 in Saratoga Springs, N.Y.
She was the widow of Larry Franklin Yerkes who died Oct. 1998.
Survivors include five daughters, Lee Ann Yerkes of Napanoch, Leslie Yerkes of Ellenville, Lynne Neely of Lancaster, N.Y., Lisa Green of Hope Mills, N.Y., Laurie Gambino of Ellenville; three sons, Larry Franklin Yerkes Jr. of Kingston, Lyle Yerkes of Ellenville, Lance Yerkes of Middletown; two sisters, Mary Jane Clift of Milton, Wis., Gertrude Krouse of Wilton, N.Y.; two brothers, Samuel Painter and Dennis Painter both of Middletown; 23 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her sister, Joseph Cude.
Friends may call at Loucks Funeral Home Inc., 79 N. Main St., Ellenville on Monday Oct. 29 from 10-11 a.m.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday at the funeral home. The Rev. Jay Vogelaar will officiate.
Burial will be in the Fantinekill Cemetery, Ellenville.
Arrangements by Loucks Funeral Home. 845-647-4343
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Murial Pagliaroni (North)
October 29, 2007
I am sorry for your loss and all of you are in my prayers. I was not able to be at the service but you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
With all my love your cousin,
Murial
Paola Pinque
October 29, 2007
Dear LeeAnn,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother...She was a very sweet person...
Love & Prayers to the family,
Paola
Dottie McGar-Kardys
October 29, 2007
Dennis and Family of Nancy;
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your Sister and Mother. May you find Peace and Comfort today and in the days ahead knowing others care .My Thoughts and Prayers are with you all.
Deepest Sympathy.
Dot McGar-Kardys
Jane Clift
October 28, 2007
To all of Nan's family,
My heart is with all of you today, and I wish that I were able to be with you at this time. I have so many memories of growing up with your Mother to share with you. Our plans are to take a trip East this summer and spend time with each of you. Love you!! Aunt Jane & Uncle Larry
Phil and Ellen Damms
October 28, 2007
We are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Donna Avery
October 28, 2007
To All of You,
May you always have the good as rememberances, may your Mother's laughter strengthen your soul, may her kisses encourage you and her outstretched hand lead you ever forward. Always know that others are with you during this time of loss.
Love,
Donna
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