Sara Mary Depew Woodruff Cooper

Sara Mary Depew Woodruff Cooper obituary, Lansing, NY

Sara Cooper Obituary

Cooper, Sara Mary Depew Woodruff

Lansing, NY: Sara Mary Depew Woodruff Cooper of Lansing, formerly of Montour Falls, passed away September 22, 2013, at the age of 87. Born September 6, 1926 in Montour Falls, she was a daughter of the late Russell and Frances (Pellam) Depew. Over the years Mary had been employed at NCR, Morse Chain and retired from Borg Warner, after which she spent over 20 years in Zephyrhills, FL, before returning to live near her daughter, Jean, in Lansing. While in FL, Mary was active with the Zephyrhills VFW, and was also a former member of the Moose Club and Order of the Eastern Star Chapter #250. Aside from spending time with her family, Mary enjoyed playing cards, fishing, smelting, canning and freezing vegetables and working on the family farm. In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by a sister, Doris and brothers, Paul, Bill, Gene, Fred, Clyde and Gail. Mary is survived by her children, Jean Crozier of Lansing, NY, Carol Vary of FL, Winslow Woodruff III (Donna) of East Aurora, NY, Rita Onyan of Rochester, NY, Linda George of Syracuse, NY, Mary Kay Woodruff of FL, and Charlene Eastman of FL; grandchildren, Brian Crozier (Shelly), Butch Crozier (Penny), Janet Clemens, Kris Davis (Kevin), Renee Keele (Brian), Nathan Vary (Kim), Beau Woodruff, Eric Woodruff (Ashley), Clark Woodruff, Josh Onyan (Corie), Jeremy Onyan, Zachary Onyan (Christina), Hilary George and John George; 14 great grandchildren; sister, RuthAinah Bennett; brother, Claude Depew; and a large extended family. A graveside service, officiated by Pastor Jane Sautter, will be held at 11AM, Saturday, October 5, 2013, at Soule Cemetery, corners of Pine Ridge Rd.& Franklin St. Rd., Auburn, NY. Memorial contributions in Mary's memory may be directed to a charity of one's choice. Lansing Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Published by Star-Gazette on Sep. 25, 2013.
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September 19, 2023

So sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. The memories of being at the farm are vivid! Many thoughts and prayers are for you all.

Kathleen DeChellis

November 14, 2013

I don't believe that we are ever prepared to lose a parent. May my thoughts, and those of others, console you during this very difficult time.

Georgia Wood Eastman

September 27, 2013

It was a pleasure meeting Sara at the wedding of our son Brian & Renee. She was a pleasure to talk to and I am sure she had a good life. She will be missed.

Wanda Keele

September 26, 2013

Sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. My thoutghts and prayers go with you all.

Jean Searles Thorn

September 26, 2013

We have so many wonderful memories of Aunt Mary. She lived life to the fullest and she did her way. Always a generous, caring person. You will be missed!

David and Lois Decker

September 25, 2013

Went shopping with Mary B. one time for shoes for a wedding...needless to say we didn't find any that day. Had a lot of fun though and laughed until our sides hurt! Many fond memories of back in the day with her and the rest of the Depew clan. Rest in peace dear one!

September 25, 2013

I am sorry for the loss of your mom. She was gentle and kind person. I have fond times of her.

Tracey Drake

September 25, 2013

Will miss you Aunt Mary. We love you and will always remember your smile and laugh. You never judged people and helped me learn in so many ways.

Rhonda Depew Baube

September 25, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May your fond memories help ease the pain at this difficult time.

Rick & Anne Drake

September 25, 2013

What a great lady my Aunt Mary was. I will always remember all the things she let me do and get away with when I was little and all the times I stayed with her. So many memories of you, I am glad I have those, I miss you. I know you are dancing with dad and everyone else in heaven!

MariLane Depew Wheeler

September 25, 2013

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