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Sandra Colavita Obituary
Of Gillett, PA
Was born August 8, 1960 in Elmira, New York, the beloved daughter of Paul and Joanne (Thomas) Westrick, passed away in peace on Monday, October 29, 2007, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center after a courageous, hard fought battle with cancer at the age of 47. Sandra is survived by her loving husband of one and a half years, Alexander of Gillett, PA; children, Jessica Noble (Todd Bastion) of Troy, PA, Jennifer Noble of Troy, PA; stepdaughters, Kristi (Matthew) Carlson of Emmaus, PA, Kimberly Colavita of Gillett, PA, Jennifer Colavita of Elmira Heights, NY; grandchildren, Abigail Bastion and Lillian Depew, Colin Brown, Sophia Spier, Deakahn Colavita; parents, Paul and Joanne Westrick; sisters, Paula (Bruce) Maynard of Gillett, PA, Calli Ford also of Gillett, PA; brothers, James Westrick of Pine City, NY, Paul Westrick Jr. of Gillett, PA; special friend, Doris Ford, also of Gillett, PA; along with several nieces and nephews. Sandra faithfully attended St. Mary's Church. She was the Atlanta Braves biggest fan and an avid tennis fan as well. The Discovery Channel's Animal Planet, Meerkat Manor show was one that she was addicted to. She enjoyed reading, crossword and word puzzles and loved to borrow books from her mother's library. Above all else, her grandchildren were her world and the love of her life. Family and friends are invited to gather to honor Sandra's life on Thursday, November 1, 2007, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY 14904. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Friday, November 2, 2007, at 11:00 a.m. in St. Mary's Church, 224 Franklin Street, Elmira, NY, the Reverend Jeffery Tunnicliff will celebrate her Mass. Interment will take place in the Gillett Cemetery (Route # 14 South) on Saturday, November 3, 2007, at 2:00 p.m. with Father Tunnicliff conducting the committal prayers. Memorial donations may be directed to the AOMC Foundation, c/o Falck Cancer Center, 600 Roe Ave., Elmira, NY 14905. Her family wishes to express their sincere appreciation and a heart felt "Thank You" for the wonderful love and care shown towards Sandra and her family from Dr. Krueger and Laura Balmer and the entire staff of 3-C at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, including Cheryl and Diana who gave their hearts selflessly. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for her family in obituaries at www.olthof.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Sandra Colavita
Dick & Anne Cleveland
November 1, 2007
Paul, Joanne & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time. Please call if there is anything you need.
Dick & Anne Cleveland
Colleen (McLaughlin) Haner
November 1, 2007
Paula and Family My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sandy Rimbey
October 31, 2007
AL and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Although Sandy is at peace and pain free she will be missed by many. Remeber all the wonderful times with her and the great smile she always had for everyone.
Mark Zito
October 31, 2007
Paula, and The Westrick Family,
I am so sad to hear of Sandy's passing. The world is alot sadder place without her in it. May time heal all your pain with God's speed.
Sharon Steever
October 31, 2007
My deepest condolences to Sandy's family. Sandy and I were sisters in-laws many years ago, and I valued her as a true friend. Even though we lost touch over the years, I often think of the good times we had with her daughters and my two sons. My she rest in peace.
Rita Hetrick
October 31, 2007
Dear Buster and Joanne. My sincere condolences on the passing of Sandra. Know that she is finally in peace and no pain.
Rita Hetrick
Cathy Greene
October 31, 2007
I would like to extend my condolences to the family and friends of Sandra Colavita. These can be difficult times, however, much comfort can be found in God's Word the Bible with such scriptures as Isa.25:8, and Ps.37:11,29
Lisa Saltzer
October 31, 2007
Dear Kim and Family,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. May you find comfort knowing that she rests in eternal peace.
David & Lynda Ames
October 31, 2007
Please accept our deepest sympathies. May your memories bring you comfort.
Karen & Jerry Vasicek
October 31, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
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