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Florence Austin Obituary
Age 100 of Murphy Hill Rd., Horseheads, went home to be with the Lord peacefully at her home surrounded by her family on Mon., Oct. 13, 2008. She was predeceased by her husband, Edson Austin, in 1995. She is survived by her daughters and son, Cora Janowski of Catlin, Franklin (Vicky) Austin, also of Catlin, Ruth (Joseph) Fitzpatrick of Anderson, SC; sisters, Sadie Clark of Trout Run, PA and Cora Van Dyke of Liberty, PA; many grandchildren, and several great and great-great-grandchildren. She was also predeceased by her brother, Bert Miller; and sisters, Bina Zeafla, Ida Barnes and Mildred Jarrett. She was born in Tioga Co., PA, on January 3, 1908, the daughter to the late Ulysses and Catherine (Alexander) Miller. Florence and her husband Edson were longtime residents and farmers in Catlin Center. She was also a teacher in Catlin Center in the late 1920's. Florence enjoyed gardening, flowers and crocheting. She also enjoyed watching and feeding the hummingbirds at her home. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 S. Main St., Horseheads today, Thurs., Oct. 16, 2008, from 2-4 p.m., when her service will follow at 4 p.m. with the Rev. Sidney Aldrich officiating. Interment will take place privately in Forest Lawn Memorial Park where she will be laid to rest beside her late husband, Edson.
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Memories and Condolences
for Florence Austin
michael howe
October 28, 2008
Dear Florence,
Hello my name is michael Howe.
I am one of melanie's friends..
im sorry about everything..
Im Sorry.. Melanie really misses you =[
Michael P. Howe
John Murphy & Family
October 23, 2008
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
judy janowski
October 22, 2008
Retired Aprons
Second daughter,Sister to six,
there was nothing she couldn't fix.
Niece,Cousin to many,Aunt,one who loved to stitch and plant.
Freind to all,Neighbor,Teacher,Farmer,Wife,Mother,later Grandmother,Great Grandmother,Great Great Grandmother.
My Gram wore an apron over her dress every day which collected many surprises along the way rather eggs,apples,peaches,or pears,or read ripe tomatoes or vegetables to pare.
Gram wearing a clean apron,was known for making that best apple pie.
Somtimes her apron was a hiding place for grandchildren who were shy.
Her aprons made from gingham or calico were laid aside when to town she would go.
Gram favored bib aprons with a pocket where you would find a tissue in it.
Perhaps she used her apron to dry her hands after doing the dishes in the white enamel pan.
A special one,worn for Christmas,sometimes was given by one of us.
Her apron became her as told by those who met her.
At age 100 plus 10 1/2 months Gram's aprons were retired for her earthly work among us had finally been completed.
Not many people are as fortunate as I to have a grandmother for as long as I.
Or to know someone who was a century old.
If only we had asked for stories to be told.
But Gram's memory had begun to fail though she still loved to receive mail.
She'd read her mail to whoever would listen"To slow down and listen"perhaps was her lesson.
Lessons tought to those who take time to listen are recalled over and over again each season and passes on to future generations for we all need to learn the same lessons.
Next time I see an apron I hope to be reminded of this lesson to take time to listen and perhaps someone's loneliness lesson.
Vicky Bickham
October 21, 2008
Ma,
We will all miss you very much.You were always here for us all and you will always be here in some way for us all.We all love you very much.
Rest in peace ma.We will all be ok.
OXOXOXOXOX
Vicky & Frank
lora lattin
October 21, 2008
Grandma has always been a special part of my life. She has taught me so much from crocheting, canning, cooking and the harder things in life. I've always thought of her as my guardian angel and even though I can't hug her or hold her hand. She will be in my heart, my thoughts and prayers forever. Grandma, I love you -I'll miss you - Love always Lora
melinda brooks
October 21, 2008
Grandma was the best baker in the world. She was a great person to talk to. May she lay in peace. Love Melinda
jennifer lattin
October 21, 2008
Great grandma you are a very special person. You have touched all of our lives in so many ways. Your smile and laughter brought happiness and joy to anyone who ever knew you. Grandma we love and miss you more than words can say, especially all the hugs and kisses you gave us throughout the years. Lets not forget all the good home cooking and baking we had the honor of eating when we came to your house. Grandma we will hold your memory in our hearts forever, just knowing you are watching over us makes me believe everything will be ok. "xoxoxoxo" we love and miss you.
Beckie Austin
October 19, 2008
I know we all miss gram, she was so greatly loved by everyone.The world was a wonderful place because of her she raised her 3 grandchildren Tim, Jeff and Lora they are all outstanding people we owe that to her and no one else.
You will be greatly missed
love, Jeff and Beckie Austin
melanie lattin
October 19, 2008
Gramma having you in our family was the best gift god ever gave anybody!We are so lucky to be blessed with you in our lives.Every night i will pray to you and god and thank both of you for giving us a blessed gift to our family.You'll never be forgotten..we love you with all our hearts...someday we will all see you once again...
?melanie
Joanne Sherwood
October 16, 2008
Joanne Sherwood
Cherie Hodencamp
October 16, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family...
Love, Caitlin & Cherie Hodencamp
Jo-Anne Cupp
October 16, 2008
To Florence family: She was a very sweet, caring neighbor and taught me things when ever she could. Alway was happy with a smile to make others happy too. She will be missed as did Edson too after moving from Catlin. My prayers and thoughts will be for the family and god will get you all threw it all.
Jo-Anne Cupp(Wead) back when she knew me and the kids. The 4 kids always thought and called her grandma/grandpa
Danyelle Lattin
October 15, 2008
i dont usualy do this, but for you gramma i will. you made me laugh at the littlest things. your sense of humor was just out of this world, and it never got old. comming up to your house, even in bad times.. just was a get away from everything and made me realize that boyfriends, friends, fights with friends wasnt all the most important things in life, but family was. and i coudlnt ask for a better great great gramma than you were. *kiss on the forehead* i love & miss you.. in our hearts, always.
CONNIE SAMPSON
October 15, 2008
I JUST RETURNED HOME FROM DETROIT AND SAW THAT AUNT FLORENCE PASSED AWAY. CORA..I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. AUNT FLORENCE WAS A WONDERFUL ,SWEET LADY..I WILL NEVER FORGET HER...AND CORA YOU WERE A WONDERFUL DAUGHTER TO HER. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS....CONNIE ( BEALS) SAMPSON AND FAMILY
GENE PHIL CAMPBELL
October 15, 2008
TO THE FAMILY OF FLORENCE AUSTIN
OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY [AUSTINS]
Sue Schoeffler
October 15, 2008
Dear Cora and Family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you at the homegoing of your dear Mom and Grandma. May God comfort your hearts at this time.
Psalm 23
With our sympathy,
Jenifer Grassette-Ames
October 15, 2008
I know how important Grandma Austin was to all of you. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry!
roger burlew
October 15, 2008
sorry for your loss our prayers are with you god bless the burlew's
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