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Rose Withey Obituary

WITHEY - Rose C. Age 85, went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 17, 2008 at Buffalo General Hospital, after a short illness. Born on April 19, 1923 in Depew, NY, she was the daughter of the late Andrew E. and Antonina (Rudnik) Meister. On July 5, 1941, Rose married the late Milford Withey Sr., living in the Buffalo area and moved to Medina in 1964, together raising five children. At one time, Rose was employed with the U.S. Post Office as a mail sorter. She was a member of St. Marys Church and Court Santa Maria #295 Catholic Daughters of the Americas. She also was a member of the Medina Moose Club, Hartland and Medina Senior Citizens and an avid bingo player who liked to attend gun raffles. She is survived by her children: Antoinette (Edward) Schneider of Medina; Milford Lucky (Mary) Withey Jr. of Kenmore; Francis (Lawrence) Kiener of Buffalo; Starr (Russ) Harwood of Medina and Jacqueline (Merrill) Lonnen of Lyndonville; also surviving are 18 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren and a great-great grandchild, as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides her husband, Rose is predeceased by her siblings: John, Frank and Alexander Meister, Mary Lisiecki and an infant daughter, Irene. Relatives and friends may call on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 from 2-4 PM and 7-9 PM at the BATES & TUTTLE FUNERAL HOME, 226 Pearl St., Medina, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 at 11:00 AM at the Holy Trinity Catholic Parish with the Pastor, Fr. Daniel J. Fawls Celebrating. Burial will be in the West Ridgeway Cemetery. Please sign the online register book at: www.batestuttle.com.

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Published by Buffalo News on Oct. 19, 2008.

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Mary Withey

November 13, 2008

Dear Mom
I want to thank you for being the most wonderful accepting mother-in-law a woman could ever be blessed with. From day one you welcomed my children and myself into your home and your heart. Your son is the light of my life and I want to thank you for raising such a kind and loving man. I know it wasn't an easy job. My mother once told me as a teenager, "you are who you are when nobody is looking". We hope we will make both of you proud of the children you raised. Please watch over us until we meet again.
Love,
Mary Withey

lawrence -frances kiener

October 27, 2008

to our dearest mom .
mom you where gods gift to us .you brought us up to love life .family is first and most important matter in our lives . never turn against each other .
we shared many gifts with you . you brought us up to stand up ,respect ,love ,cherish what we have . always help others never turn away from someone in need . love god .have strenght ,faith ,love .

money and material things are not important things in life .
family,faith ,love,honesty .respect ,caring and doing the lords way is most import of all .
we had hard times and good, but with your love we made it through those times . thank you.
god bless ,we will miss you but you will always be in our hearts ,mind and souls .
love ya mom
larry and frannie

Momma, A Rose to Remember...

Starr Harwood ( Nee: Withey)

October 24, 2008

Momma

She held her children with her warm embrace.
Gossip with her was not commonplace.
She seldom said a discouraging word.
Her thoughts and her deeds were gifts from the Lord.
She was an lady in every aspect of life.
A wonderful woman, mother, grandmother, and wife.
Friendly, compassionate and down to earth.
Never judging someone by their worldly worth.
Forgiving others quickly and not holding grudges.
Stating not I, nor you... but only the Lord.. judges.
Silently messaging us all with her eyes.
Momma was honest and never told lies.
She may have avoided the truth of the matter.
Only to prevent someone`s dreams from shatter.
You can always remember our Momma`s presence.
at Catholic daughter`s, Bingo, Gun Raffles,
& Senior citizens events.
In diners, stores, hospitals, and every place she went.
Momma was kind, courteous, and generally pleasant.
She brought joy to us all and to all of our friends.
Her love was just like a circle ...for it has no ends.
Just so you remember.. We will never be apart for...
each of us carry.. her love... right here in our heart.

Starr Harwood

I put a photo of Mom in the photo Album here.

Sovereign Lyman

October 23, 2008

Rest in Peace Grandma
Thank you for being part of my life. I am better for it. We will meet again.

Brenda Hucknall

October 23, 2008

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Mom At Home by her computer

October 22, 2008

Justin Custer

October 21, 2008

Dear Uncle Lucky.
I'm sorry to hear about your loss.
Best of wishes

Darlene Teno

October 20, 2008

Dear Cousins,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. Even though I haven't seen some of you in a long time, I still have the memories when we were little of our families and the parties. Your mom was a very friendly, outgoing lady and always wanted the best for her children. I pray that God will grant peace to all of you and may you all cling to the memories of your mom's sweet spirit. Love you all, Darlene (Koons) Teno

Katherine johnson

October 20, 2008

I was very sorry to hear that Rose has passed. I am very sorry for your loss! Please know if I could be there with you all I would. She was always a very sweet lady to me and my family.
I will pray that you all have peace,
all my love to everyone, Kathy Johnson

sandra and james russell

October 20, 2008

We will always remember your mom as one die-hard bingo player. Rose was always at a game and and smiling no matter what. God Bless your family and remember that your mom was one of the most wonderful people we had ever met. James and Sandra Russell Charlotte North Carolina

Glen Minnich

October 19, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories your mother bring you comfort in the days to come..

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