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Memories and Condolences
for Carol Degener
Nancy Dombrowski
March 19, 2020
Dear Carol, I so miss our talks, your compassion and great advice.
Nancy Dombrowski
March 20, 2019
We sure miss her and we think about what a wonderful friendship we had...
Nina Trietley
April 25, 2008
Thanks to everybody for your kind and most heart-felt words of love and caring for our dear sister, Carol. So many of you came to the funeral parlor and to St. Patricks for her funeral service. What a wonderful tribute to a life well lived and shared with so many family members and friends.
She will be dearly missed by all of us, but the beautiful memories of Carol are carried forward in her children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.
From her sisters and brother,
Janet Kellam
Nina and Ren Trietley
Allan and Barb Kellam
Judy and Chuck Anzalone
Cathy [Degener] Madden
April 4, 2008
Uncle Gorge,
I know you'll make it though
this difficult time,
because you're strong,
you're resourceful,
and you have alot of people
who really care about you
I LOVE YOU
Karen Joyce
April 3, 2008
I used to work with Carol many years ago at the mall. She was always a ray of sunshine and was like a second mom to me during the years we were together.
She will never really be gone - she lives on in each and every one of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace in the days ahead.
Toan & Winnie Vu
April 2, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Say Cheese! (12/2006)
April 1, 2008
Mom with a good hand! (3/2007)
April 1, 2008
April Smiles with Nancy (4/2007)
April 1, 2008
Merry Christmas! December, 2006
April 1, 2008
Slumber Party with the girls
April 1, 2008
Nicholas Horn
April 1, 2008
To friends and family of my grandma,
Grandma meant alot to me. And I know it seems unlikely that a grandchild can be so close to a grandma, but believe it or not, I was.
Grandma was my friend. She always was someone I could talk to about anything and really open up to. It was always after I had talked to her that my day was a little brighter.
If you knew Gram, you knew she was always smiling, day-in and day-out. Smiling every day of every week of every year, no matter the situation.
Well I could go on about stuff I loved about her, but being a teen, I dont feel like writing an essay.
My deepest thanks and love goes to those who wrote in this guestbook.
I love you all, and I pray for all of you.
George Degener
April 1, 2008
To All you wonderful loving kind-hearted people, I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your sincere condolensces and kind words of praise about my wife Carol.
She will truly be missed by all as she was a loving wife, a devoted mother, and good friend.
Thank you and God bless you.
With love,
George Degener and Family
Rock & Tommye Gengo
March 31, 2008
Carol was a joy, a breath of fresh air and brought a ray of sunshine when she entered into a room. Even on "Down" days, her winning smile would make your day better. Those who give our lives beauty, live forever in our hearts. Our deepest sympathy go to all the family.
Great Things do happen when shopping at Niagara on the Lake (2/2008)
March 30, 2008
Nancy & Mom, February, 2008
March 30, 2008
Christmas story time with Gram (December, 2007)
March 30, 2008
Nina, Carol, Janet & Judy -- Love the Book! (12/2007)
March 30, 2008
Nadine & Carol: December, 2007
March 30, 2008
Caroling for CAROL -- Bruce,Susan, Glenn, Nancy & Karen (12/16/07)
March 30, 2008
Mom & Bruce, March, 2008
March 30, 2008
Carol & George -- March 8, 2008
March 30, 2008
Nick & Gram: 3-8-2008
March 30, 2008
Mike & Gram: March, 2008
March 30, 2008
George & Carol: Thanksgiving 11-2007
March 30, 2008
Nancy, Mom & Karen: Thanksgiving November, 2007
March 30, 2008
Carol at Card Party: October, 2007
March 30, 2008
Olivia & Cassandra smooch Gram! 10-2007
March 30, 2008
Carol & Nina, September, 2007
March 30, 2008
Carol & Janet: Octoberfest September, 2007
March 30, 2008
Mom, Nancy & Karen: Mother's Day 2007
March 30, 2008
Pat Degener
March 30, 2008
My heart felt sympathy to the family.May God bless all of you.
and I'll see you all this summer.
Cathy[Degener] Madden
March 30, 2008
You know when was up to buffalo,i went to see aunt Carol on Sunday[mar16] I could not have picked a better day,as im sure alot of people can tell you,she was so happy and up beat ,laughing and smile ling as she always was.And i told her how beautiful she was.I guess i was expecting her to look like someone who has been sick,but she told me she had made peace with knowing what was going to happen and was going to make the most of everyday she could.And as anyone one can tell you.aunt carol was smiling till the end.I hope someday i can be as loved and cared about as she was and still is.may she rest forever in peace.for she will be forever loved by all.
An Angel is what she is to me
That's what she was truly meant to be
As her time on earth has past
Her memory will always last.
She was put to the ultimate test
Now it's time for her to rest
So as she goes
Heaven only knows
That she was more
Then you or me
Because an Angel is what
She was truly meant to be.
Peter and Nancy Dombrowski
March 29, 2008
Dear George and Carol's Family: How blessed our life has been with Carol in it. She had a special gift of listening and helping people through whatever they were going through. Our lives have been enriched by her wonderful outlook on life, eternity and the world.. I know she will still hear when we need some of her sage advice and let it be known to us. Our blessings and prayers for strength to all of her family and friends
Robin Wendling
March 29, 2008
Karen and Family, Your mom was truly a wonderful lady and yes - bubbly. You could not help but smile when you were around her. I know you will all miss her dearly, but remember the good times and rest with the knowledge that she is at peace now. All my love,
Robin
Linda Bell
March 29, 2008
Nancy, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I know the pain you are feeling now, and hope that you will be able to find strength in knowing you were able to be with your Mother through this ordeal, and know that my feelings are shared by all from the OcuMel List
Nancy [Stutz] Horn
March 28, 2008
My Mom was a great friend and she will be missed by all who knew her. I am comforted knowing that she is in a better place and out of pain. She would want us all to be in peace knowing this.
I wrote this poem 25 years ago when I was in the Army and lived in San Antonio. I missed her so very much then and now it is just so hard to believe she is gone forever.
For as long as I can remember,
You were always by my side.
To give me support
To give me confidence
To give me help.
For as long as I can remember,
You were always the person I looked up to.
So strong
So sensitive
So pretty
For as long as I can remember and still today you are everything a mother should be.
For as long as I can remember you always provided stability within our family.
Full of laughter
Full of tears
Full of love.
Whatever I have become is because of you and I thank you for our relationship.
I miss your thoughts
I miss your words
I miss your actions
But, knowing that we share our feelings, even though apart,
It is as though you were with me now.
I love you Mom! We all do.....
Nancy [Stutz] Horn
March 28, 2008
Loretta Lane
March 26, 2008
Nancy, Karen, Susan, Bruce and Glenn, I am so sorry for your loss. I know how very much you miss Carol already. You and your families are in my prayers...be strong and remember, time does heal all wounds. God Bless.....retta
Loretta Lane
March 26, 2008
PaPa George, I loved Carol as if she were my own mother, and she was for 25 years,because of Nancy, she was loving and caring to everyone. I will miss her so much, you are in my prayers, be strong and remember...let go of those reins...love you..Loretta Lane
Rose & Paul Duewiger
March 26, 2008
George and family, we are sorry for your loss. May you be filled with many wonderful memories in your time of need. Rose and Paul Duewiger,Kenmore NY. (we lived next to you on Rees street when your kids were little) God Bless
Mike Laba, Suzanne Laba, Ann and Bruce Supernault
March 26, 2008
Although Carol's physical journey has ended, her spiritual journey continues. Our deepest sympathies to the entire family. May all the wonderful memories help you through this difficult time and may all those memories keep her spirit a part of you forever. She was a bright light in today's world that will be sadly missed.
Ralph & Marietta Rizzitello
March 26, 2008
George, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We feel very honored to have known Carol, your wonderful wife. She will be truly missed.
Karen & Pierre
March 26, 2008
Dear George:
We are saddened by the passing of Carol. She will be greatly missed. We feel blessed to have had her in our lives. Carol brought so many gifts to our life, we will never forget her. As you grieve, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Anthony J Murty NACE
March 26, 2008
Bruce and family:
We are sorry to hear of your loss.
Nancy Degener
March 26, 2008
Dear Uncle George,
God bless you in your time of loss and Our thoughts are with you.
Cathy Madden
March 26, 2008
May God keep you all in his care and hold you close as you learn to except ,aunt Carol's moving up to be in his care.
We love you all
Cathy and Chris Madden
Lori & Daniel Siuda
March 26, 2008
To Karen and your entire family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Karen- sending many hugs your way, if you need anything, let me know. Love and prayers, Lori & Dan Siuda
Sue Dziadaszek
March 26, 2008
To the Family of Carol & George
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Carol was truly an unique person who touched the lives of many with her smile and the sincere warmth of her heart. She will be greatly missed.
You are in our thoughts & prayers!
Nancy & Peter Dombrowski
Sue & Joe Dziadaszek
Melissa & Michael Pitrola
Gina Waiss
March 26, 2008
To The Whole Family,
It is difficult to find the right words to express how sorry we are for the passing of Carol.
Carol was a genuine person who had such a beautiful spirit. She will be missed tremendously.
With much love,
Gina, Chris and Matthew Waiss
Kathie Secchiaroli
March 25, 2008
Dear Nancy and Family, I am so terribly sorry about the loss of your mom. May all the beautiful memories you have keep her close in your heart.
God bless you all, may he wrap his loving arms around you and comfort you. You are in my prayers. With sincere sympathy, Kathie Secchiaroli
Gary Faulkner
March 25, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies and sincere condolences on the passing away of Carol. She will be missed with every passing day.
Joseph and Angela Kube
March 25, 2008
Aunt Carol will forever live in our hearts. She was such a loving and warm person. We are deeply saddened by her passing and we wish we could be with the family at this time. We will always remember Aunt Carol for her "bubbly" personality and her willingness to help others.
Bill and Pat Breddy
March 25, 2008
Carol's smile will live in our hearts forever! We are so thankful for the time we had with her!
Valerie & John DiPasquale
March 25, 2008
Dear George, I am saddened by the loss of your warm, loving, bubbly wife. I will never forget how kind you both were to me and my family at Coronation Church. I hope that you can be at peace knowing that Carol is with God now. You are in my prayers.
Cindy Weidmann
March 25, 2008
Carol was such a loving, kind person. We have known each other for many years and have grown together. She will always be in my heart. I will remember her smile always.
Cindy (Luce) Weidmann
Autumn Frost
March 25, 2008
George,
Gary and I were very sad to hear of Carol's passing. She was a great person to have as a neighbor. We also enjoyed getting to know the both of you better during your visit to New Orleans, LA. You and your family are in our thoughts.
Sue & Jayne Stanislawski/Wood
March 25, 2008
From "Ode to Carol", written for her "17th" birthday...
Carol always tried to spend quality time with everyone,
She said she loved us all and that will never be undone.
She loved and gave with all of her heart.
When God made Carol, He made a true work of art.
We're going to miss you, "mom". Thanks for including us in your family. We love you.
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