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Theresa Pierce Obituary
Theresa Marie Salvatore
Born March 1, 1918 in Irelandville, NY, passed away November 27, 2007 at the Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility in Montour Falls, NY. She is survived by her four sons, Ron (Fran), Bill (Linda), Dick (Pat), and special son and caregiver, Rob; and sister, Nancy of Bokeela, FL. She is also survived by several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Theresa was predeceased by her husband, William Pierce, Sr.; brothers, Leo, Dan, Carmen; and sisters, Edith and Rose. She was a member of the Saint Theresa Society and a communicant of Saint Mary's of the Lake, Watkins Glen. Theresa's legacy was her love of family and raising her four boys. She will always be lovingly remembered as a hardworking women; full of love and compassion for those around her. Her family is especially appreciative of the love and care she received while at the Seneca View Nursing Facility. Donations in Theresa's memory may be made to Saint Mary's of the Lake Church, PO Box 289, Watkins Glen, NY 14891; or to Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility, 220 Steuben St., Montour Falls, NY 14865. Friends and family may call at the Haughey-Wood Funeral Home, Watkins Glen, on Friday, November 30th, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary's of the Lake Church, Watkins Glen, on Saturday, December 1, 2007, at 9:00 a.m. with Father Paul Bonacci, celebrant. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Watkins Glen.
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Memories and Condolences
for Theresa Pierce
Tommy Salvatore
December 1, 2007
Pierce Family:
Learned of the loss of your mother this date and I send my sincere condolances. Aunt Theresa was my godmother and she always remembered me in so many special ways. I have fond memories and will cherish our last visit, summer of 2006. May you also be comforted at this time with your loving memories.
Roger & Sue Myers
December 1, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you all. God bless you.
Rosanne Biagetti Doane
November 30, 2007
What a happy reunion in heaven as your parents are together again and all will be as it should be again. My heartfelt condolences to all of you. And, Robbie, well done, my friend, well done. You have been an inspiration to all of us caring for our aging parents. That is what family is all about.
Danny Salvatore
November 30, 2007
Hi,
Ronny, Billy, Dicky and Robby.....I was just sitting here thinking about living across the street and our days of play, and how we never thought it would ever end. But I guess this is almost the end of a generation. My deepest condolences guys and Good Job Robby, God has a place for you, I'm sure.
Love You All,
Danny
Mary and Rich Bidwell
November 29, 2007
We were very sad to hear of Aunt Theresa's passing.
Mary has fond childhood memories of Aunt Theresa and Uncle Bill that she will cherish forever.
Lil & Sy Payne
November 29, 2007
Sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul Salvatore
November 29, 2007
God Bless.
Frances Ennamorato-LaForge
November 29, 2007
So sorry to hear of your loss. It's been many years since I cared for your children.They are all grown now. I think of you all often. Your in my prayers.
Dede Ettenberger
November 28, 2007
Michelle and family: Sorry to hear of your grandmother's passing. you and your family are in my prayers. God bless. Dede
CAROL PETERS BEN BINGHAM
November 28, 2007
I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
Kelly Jones
November 28, 2007
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kathy Richtmyer
November 28, 2007
God Bless you all. What a great family you have.
Eleanor Liebson
November 28, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Theresa (Pierce) Pratt
November 28, 2007
I love you and miss you Grandma, but I know you are in a better place! God Bless and Rest in Peace.
Gee and Ernie Brennan
November 28, 2007
We are very sorry for your lose.
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