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Age 75, of Elmira, died at her home on Friday, October 3, 2008. Margaret was born October 8, 1932, a daughter of the late William and Nora O'Neill Sullivan. In addition to her parents she is predeceased by her sister, Mary Lou Sullivan, and brothers, John, William, Robert, and James Sullivan. Margaret is survived by her loving husband of 52 years, Francis M. Steed; beloved children, with their families, Bridget M. Steed, of Elmira, with son Dylan; Catherine N. Steed, with husband Richard McGrail and daughter, Bridget, of North Easton, MA; Therese C. and Michael Pentaris of Oneonta, NY, with children, Joanna, Alexia, Mikhail, Demetrios, and Antonios; Barbara A. and Robert MacBlane of Elmira with children, Margaret "Maggie" and Michael; F. Michael Steed of Elmira; and Margaret "Margo" Swarthout of Elmira. Also surviving are brothers and sister-in-law, Thomas and Mary Sullivan of Elmira, and Gerry Sullivan of Kailua, HI; sisters, Kathleen Dunn, Ann Starr, both of Elmira, and Joan Whitaker of Horseheads; sister-in-law, Jean Sullivan; along with several nieces, nephews, cousins, and in-laws. Margaret was a graduate of St. Joseph's Hospital School of Nursing. She also attended Nazareth College in Rochester. Margaret was the office nurse for Dr. Kosmaler for a number of years, before going to work for Gerould's Pharmacy. Margaret was devoted to faith and family. Family times were the best times for Margaret, whether it was a birthday, holiday, or Saturday evenings at the Hibernian Club. Friends are invited to McInerny Funeral Home, corner of Water and Walnut Sts., on Sunday, October 5, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A prayer service will be held at the funeral home on Monday, October 6, 2008 at 9:15 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Church, Elmira. Interment will follow at St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Margaret's memory may be directed to a charity of one's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Margaret Steed
Larry Sullivan
October 9, 2008
A wonderful aunt... To think of her now, playing Euchre at 925, with gleam in her eye and a sly grin as she trumped her brother's or sister's ace... A joy to be near, to hear and to watch... Bless her and bless all the Steeds...
Kristin Paulo
October 8, 2008
My Aunt Margaret...Warm, Beautiful, Funny, Smart, Loving, Generous, and always Welcoming...My Aunt Margaret. She is and always will be a inherent part of my memories of family visits to Elmira. You are loved and forever remembered. Aloha Kristin
Candace Sullivan
October 7, 2008
Uncle Francis, Bridget, Catherine, TC, Barb, and Mike, My prayers are with all of you. I have fond, fond, memories of my childhood, and of Elmira at Aunt Margaret's house. Boy, did we all have fun! Aunt Margaret was such a good, good person. I have to think that she is in heaven with my Mom, looking down at all of us smiling. I am crying as I write this as I picture the two of them in my mind. My sister Kris was thinking the same thing. I love all of you guys.
Jackie Frederick
October 7, 2008
I can still see her at the kitchen table at 925, drinking a beer and extolling her words of wisdom to a new mother. She was always there for me and Melissa during those early years, babysitting when my regular sitter fell thru, hitting the donut shop for her daily coffee - so many wonderful memories, not only during my childhood but as an adult having the privilege of living at 925 for several years and really getting to know the Sullivan clan. She was definitely loved by many and will be sorely missed by us all. All my love, Jackie
Barbara Sullivan
October 6, 2008
Uncle Francis and family, My heart grieves with yours. Aunt Margaret is part of the fabric of my childhood. Visiting Elmira, playing with my cousins and getting to spend the night at the Steed's meant climbing to the top of the hill, catching salamanders in the creek, sleeping in the canopy bed and washing our hair with rain water. Aunt Margaret would line all of the girls up and bathe us in an assembly line. Her example of love, courage & strength coupled with a turn of phrase (Don't make waves) has touched all of us. We are blessed to be able to celebrate her life. God's peace. Love & Aloha, BabS
Anne Carol Houser
October 6, 2008
Bridget,
I'm sorry for your loss.
My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Annie
MICHAEL & NANCY CLUNE
October 6, 2008
MIKE AND FAMILY: WE WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
Mary Berry
October 5, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Francis & Family, So sorry to hear of Margarets passing She was such A sweet Happy Lady. Take care Love Mary Berry
John and Debbie Tokar
October 5, 2008
To the Steed Family:
HEAVEN HAS ANOTHER ANGEL !!
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Monica Dawson
October 5, 2008
Dear Steeds,
Aunt Margaret was a wonderful, full of life and laughter Irish Lady-an amazing presence in the Sullivan and Steed Family as well as to all who knew her. My thoughts are with you during this time as you say goodbye to her. Love and comfort to you all.
Monica Sullivan Dawson
Kathy(Swarthout) Harding
October 4, 2008
Francis, Bridget, Barb, T.C.,Mike and Catherine my prayers and thoughts are with you. All of my memories are good ones and I have many times missed her sitting me down and giving me advice! Love to all.
Paul Titus
October 4, 2008
To the Steed and Sullivan families: Margaret was a battler...and the support the family gave to her was inspiring! God Bless you all, and Margaret is forever in my prayers.
Michael Clune
October 4, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Your mother and wife was a great lady. She will rest in eternal peace. Remember all the good times in this time of sadness. God Bless.
Jack Balinsky
October 4, 2008
Bridget:
Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time
Jack
Patricia Adams
October 4, 2008
May God Bless your family with the loss of your mother. Always remember the good times you all shared together and now she can watch over all of you and keep you safe My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Eileen Wayne
October 4, 2008
To all the Steed and Sullivan Family
Margaret was a very special person to me. She helped teach me the value of a strong work ethic and the importance of enjoying a good time with family and friends. I'll always remember her devotion to family, faith, friends and heritage. St. Patrick's Day will never be quite the same. With Love, Prayers and Deepest Sympathy...
James Haner
October 4, 2008
Mr. Steed, We will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Shane McGrail
October 4, 2008
My prayers join yours for your dearly beloved wife and mother. How lucky you were to have her love, care and laughter. God will surely bless her for all eternity.
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