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Sally Lese Obituary

LESE, Sally S. (Schweizer)
Age 59, of Grand Central Ave., Horseheads, passed away at home very unexpectedly. Her memorial service will be celebrated in the First United Methodist Church, 1034 W. Broad St., Horseheads, on Sat., Oct. 11, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. Her burial service will take place privately at the convenience of her family. Those wishing to express their sympathy may do so with memorials to the American Parkinson Disease Association, 1250 Hylan Boulevard, Suite 4B, Staten Island, NY 10305; or the Multiple Sclerosis of Chemung Valley, c/o Grace Episcopal Church, 375 W. Church St., Corner Davis and Church Streets, Elmira, NY 14901.

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Published by Star-Gazette from Oct. 10 to Oct. 11, 2008.

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Andy Malnoske

October 16, 2008

I wish to send my heartfelt condolences to the Lese and Schweizer families during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you Shane and Amy.

Richard Kurzenberger

October 15, 2008

My dear Schweizer family. I am so saddened to hear about Sally's passing. There were many years that Sally was my best friend and solemate. She truly was an incredible person. Growing up with her was such a wonderful experience. I love you all, and please know my heart is with you, Eileen, Les, Susan, Julie & Steve Lese. Special prayers and hug or Eileen, who put up with us all...

Mike, Joan, and Mikey Lese

October 13, 2008

We send our deepest and most heartfelt sympathies for the Lese and Schweizer families. Sally was a wonderful and caring woman of class, of heart, and most importantly of love for anyone she met. She is greatly missed.

Darcy Sutton

October 11, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the Leses, Schweizers, and all who knew and loved Sally.

Darcy Hillegas Sutton

Phil and Sherry Mosher

October 10, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. I've known Sally [thur SAC] for many years. She will be missed.

James Cramer

October 10, 2008

My condolences to Sally's family on their great loss. Sally was a caring straight forward person and we will all miss her. She maintained a wonderful legacy at the Soaring School. For all who entered the door there it was like going to a neghbors house.

Floyd and Susan Brown

October 10, 2008

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Lese family. We will always remember the times we shared with Sally through my sister, Joan Lese, and our brother -in-law, Mike Lese. She was always so sweet to us. God Bless you all and you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

John Goff

October 10, 2008

To the family ~

My sincerest sympathy to the family of Sally. She was a classmate of mine at Horseheads High School and was a great person who really cared about other people.

Becky Kolanach

October 10, 2008

My condolences go out to the Lese and Schweizer families. I worked with Sally and I have to say she was one of the most down to earth people I know. She could always lighten up a moment or stand by you when needed. She always made time for you even if her plate was full. I'm truly going to miss her. May she rest in peace.

Mary Jean and Tina Lese

October 10, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with our family. We send our deepest condolences to Shane and Shelby and their family. Aunt Sally was such a wonderful, caring, and thoughtful individual. We had the greatest respect for her and will miss her generous nature, sharing ways, and her remarkable ability to unconditionally love those who surrounded her. Her memory remains with us, always.
Sent with love, Mary Jean and Tina

Laura Morseman

October 9, 2008

Sally was definitely the guiding light in our department and to anyone who came to her with a problem. She knew not only her stuff but most others and was always quick to help out.She was an integral part and I'm sure it will be all we can do to measure up to even a portion of her work ethics and dedication. I wish her family the faith and courage to think of how wonderful it was to have had her in your lives just as we do here at Schweizers.

Rick McFalls

October 9, 2008

My deepest sympathies to the Lese and Schweizer families. Although I did not work directly with Sally she was always known to have a kind word when someone was in need. She was devoted to her job but nothing was more precious than her family. She will be missed.

Rich & Betty Davis

October 9, 2008

We wish to send our sympathy to Sally's family. Rich worked with Sally at Schweizer's for many years, and have many fond memories of her. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May the wonderful memories you have of Sally get you through the days ahead.

David Sandore

October 9, 2008

I enjoyed interacting with Sally and truly appreciated her many talents and qualities. She was always forthright and expressed her views very clearly and with humor. Her humility,dignity and passion will always be remembered. A very special person leaves behind great memories.

Dee Leach

October 9, 2008

What a great woman to work with! She had excellent worth ethics and was such a super, super person. What a shock! She will be missed by many. My condolences to the Schweizers!

Brian Larimore

October 9, 2008

Everyone who worked with Sally knew she was simply the best at her job. For those who had the privilege of knowing Sally personally, we all know how proud and passionate she was about her family. If she was having a bad day, all you had to do was ask, “How are your grandkids doing?” Suddenly, everything was better and there was a smile on her face. You might as well have a seat because this conversation was going to last awhile…she loved to brag about her grandchildren. She was a friend who will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Lese and Schweizer families.

Susan Baldwin & Family

October 8, 2008

There was no greater person to work with than with Sally. She had a unique sense of humor that I greatly appreciated and she truly was the "mama" figure. I find myself daily using cliches and saying that came courtesy of Sally (give it the ol college try!) It makes me smile thinking that she is still probably taking charge and running things in the way that only Sally can.
She will GREATLY be missed! My thoughts are especially with Shelby & the rest of the family. Although I didn't know you, you must know she loved you, as she spoke of you all the time.
She was a fantastic woman and a wonderful mentor.

Krista Matia

October 8, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with the Schweizer's and Lese's today. Sally was a great person--very kind, smart, and a great leader. I will never forget my summer working for her. She will be truly missed by her family and friends.

Mark See

October 8, 2008

Lese & Schweizer families,
Our deepest of sympathy is with you at this time.We were friends with Sally's and her family for over 50 years. She was always such a joy to be around and had a heart of gold. She always made you feel welcome. She supported me , when I was training to get my gliders license,at the Schweizer Soaring School. I have many fond memories of her and the Schweizer family. Regards, Mark See and family

Sandy Murphy

October 8, 2008

My sympathy to the Lese family and to Sally brothers. She was a wonderful person and she will be missed. I worked with Sally several years ago and will never forget her spirit and laughter

Frederick Belletti

October 8, 2008

I wish to express my sincere condolences to the entire Lese and Schweizer families.
It was a privilege to work with Sally as she was a kind person who always made the time to be helpfull.

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