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Thelma Elston Obituary

Elston, Thelma LOUDONVILLE Thelma Elston, 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 21, 2008 at her home. Thelma was born on June 5, 1927 in East Greenbush and was the daughter of the late Fred and Katharine (Clark) Geraldsen. She was a member and former officer of the Latham Circle Squares and a member of the Colonie Art League and the Loudonville Presbyterian Church. Thelma is survived by her daughter, Amy K. (Leon) Burroughs of Canterbury, Conn.; her son, Robert C. Elston of Albany; her grandchildren, CJ, Kyle and Kristen Burroughs; her sister, Lillian Sigsby; her brothers, Arnold (Shirley) Geraldsen, Arthur Geraldsen and Orion (Alma) Geraldsen; her nieces and nephews, Jay Elston, Scott Elston, Victoria Mobberly and Honora Johnston. She was predeceased by her husband of 37 years, Clair H. Elston, he passed away on May 8, 1998, and her sisters, Esther Wagner and Phyllis Geraldsen. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 10 a.m. at Loudonville Presbyterian Church, 22 Old Niskayuna Road, Loudonville. Interment will follow in Albany Rural Cemetery in Menands. Calling hours will be held at New Comer-Cannon Family Funeral, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie (Rt. 155-south of Central Ave.) on Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Loudonville Presbyterian Church, 22 Old Niskayuna Road, Loudonville, NY 12211 or to the American Cancer Society, 260 Osborne Road, Loudonville, NY 12211 in memory of Thelma. To leave a special message for the family online, visit www.NewcomerFamily.com

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Published by Albany Times Union from Jun. 22 to Jun. 24, 2008.

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anne galloway

June 17, 2009

I miss Thelma on Emerick Lane.Her house is filled with a new wonderful family who are frequently reminded of who she was. They know they are on holy ground and it is wonderful they are aware of that. We say her name often but miss her dearly.

Sean OBrien

July 7, 2008

Dear Amy, Bob and Family,

I'm afraid I received the news about Thelma's death too late, however, I was very sorry to hear about her loss but was assured that she is now at peace with God, Clair and those whom she loved.
Although my experiences with you mom were limited, it was easy to see and know that she was a great woman, mother, wife and person of great of great faith. I know she will be missed. Be assurred of my thoughts and prayers.
Sean and the OBrien family

MAUREEN TOOMEY

July 3, 2008

PAUL ANG JOE
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT LUIGI, I COULD NEVER FIND AND FRIEND LIKE LUIGI, THAT MADE ME LAUGH AS MUCH AS LUIGI DID WITH THE STORYS OF HIS SCHOOL DAYS AND ADULT ADYS ,HE WAS SO PROUD OF HIS PARENTS AND HIS FAMILY. WHEN I KNEW I WAS ON MY WAY OVER TO VISIT HIM THAT IT WAS GOING TO BE A VERY HAPPY DAY, HE WOULD MAKE ME LAUGH TILL I LEFT TO GO HOME, HE WAS ALWAYS TALKING ABOUT HIS FRIENDS. PAUL AND JOE HE LOVED YOU BOTH VERY MUCH AND HIS GRANDSON,LUIGI WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY PRAYERS AND MY HEART. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO FOR YOU OR THE FAMILY. PAUL LUIGI WAS VERY SPECIAL TO ME,WILL NEVER HAVE A FRIEND LIKE HIM AGAIN. LOVE YOU LUIG AND SEE YOU LATER ON. YOUR FRIEND DIM LIGHT BULB.

Kayla Chamberlain

June 26, 2008

Amy,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in our prayers and thoughts.
Eric, Kayla, Ian, Alena & Ahren
(Norman's neice and family)

Danna Viscanti

June 26, 2008

In square dance language Thelma and Clair are back to being the head couple. Thelma was a wonderful woman and an inspiration to so many.We are blessed by having known her. God Bless all of you.
Dennis and Danna

Nancy Fratianni

June 24, 2008

Thelma was a very special lady. I'm glad I was able to get to know her through square dancing. She never complained or had an unkind word to say about anyone. She always thought about others and was there for my family during our recent loss.
She was a kind soul who will be missed.

Traci Yenne

June 24, 2008

Amy and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I'm truly sorry for your loss, Thelma was a wonderful lady.

Traci

anne galloway

June 24, 2008

amy...your mother was and always will be an important influence in our lives. she had such a peaceful, unintrusive spirit about her . we had special visits throughout the years and i will miss her driveway chats as well. she and your dad were so very proud of you. your life story has come full circle and i am sure she felt such peace around that. thelma( as well as her name) is special and holds a unique space in my heart. i am sad, but i am so happy to have known her and spent time with her. we were all blessed.You know, the Galloways mean it when we say we are here to assist you in any way. I speak for all of us. 50+yrs. is a solid friend/neighborship.

Vicky Nelson

June 23, 2008

Dear Amy & Bob,
I liked your mother the moment I met her several years ago. She has that special warmth about her that seems to shine from the entire Geraldsen clan. Loved hearing about her square dancing from your Uncle Fred. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Debbie and Eric Baum

June 23, 2008

We are square dance friends of your mom and she was a true inspiration to all of us. My husband and I referred to her as the Energizer Bunny because she just "kept on going." She came dancing even on the days she had chemo! We just danced with her 2 weeks ago. She worked very hard for Latham Circle Squares and supported all the local clubs. We will all miss her fun-loving spirit and beautiful smile.

Tom Galloway

June 23, 2008

Dear Amy and Bob -
I am thankful that your mom and dad showed us all as kids how to sell rocks and look at the shadow of the moon through a piece of cardboard for a boy scout project. They showed us how to eat the peppermint from your backyard and stay away from Farmer Bill! and many more memories that make me smile...happy memories for sure. From Baltimore, we are sending our love and prayers to your families. Love, Tom Galloway

Karen and Luke Galloway

June 23, 2008

Amy,

Our prayers are with you and your family.

Karen and Luke Galloway

Helen La Coy

June 23, 2008

Amy,Leon, and family,Its hard to put into words the loss of such a wonderful woman,I am forever grateful for having met her,she was a great inspiration to all who knew her,Im sure she is going to be sadly missed by so many She was an outstanding woman,and did a remarkable job raising you Amy.Our prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love,Aunt Helen,Uncle Ron

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