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Gertrude Pierson Obituary
North Brookfield
Gertrude L. Pierson, 99, passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2013, 43 days before her 100th birthday, at Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare Center, following a stroke that occurred at her home. She was born on March 4, 1913, in Sidney, New York, the daughter of the late Cleave and Pauline Atwell Snow. Gertrude was a graduate of the North Brookfield School and later attended State Teachers College. On September 18, 1931, in North Brookfield, she married George W. Pierson. Their loving union lasted over 74 years until George's passing in 2006. She had been employed by the Waterville Knitting Mill. She also assisted her husband on the family farm. She loved to sew and avidly enjoyed crafting. Gertrude was a devoted member of the North Brookfield Baptist Church. She is survived by her daughter, Gwendolyn Conlogue, of Canaan, CT; her daughter-in-law, Catherine Pierson, of North Brookfield; sisters, Janith Burch, of Brookfield, and Janett Wiswell, of Richfield Springs; a brother and sister-in-law, Carl and Lois Snow, of Cassville; and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Gertrude is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and in-laws. Gertrude is also survived by special friends, John Warner, Jr., Edward and Pat Whitehead, and a special close friend, Margaret Walker. She was predeceased by her children, Frances, Royce and Luellyn, and her grandchildren, Sherri, Shelley and Jeffrey. Also, her siblings Virginia McIntyre, Dorothea Carey, Marlene Snow, Effie Snow, Kenneth Snow, Ruth Snow, Cecil Snow, John Snow and Jason Snow predeceased Gertrude. Also, numerous in-laws have predeceased Gertrude. Gertrude's family extends heartfelt thanks to WAVAC and the nurses of the third floor west of the Alan Calder Unit of Faxton-St. Luke's. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 26, 2013, at 1:30 p.m. at the North Brookfield Baptist Church with Pastor Edward Whitehead officiating. Spring interment will be held at the convenience of the family in North Brookfield Cemetery. In keeping with Gertrude's wishes, there will be no calling hours. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Paul Funeral Home of Brookfield. In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Gertrude's name to the North Brookfield Baptist Church.
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Ralph and Diana Keith
February 1, 2013
Gert was always a very kind person. She will be missed.
February 1, 2013
Gert was indeed a kind loving person, that I was privileged to know. May she join all her loved ones who have gone before. Rest in peace. Thelma Ray
Shirley Dionne
January 26, 2013
Aunt Gert will be sadly missed by her family and friends. So glad we were able to connect and learn from her vast knowledge of family history. Thank you and godspeed Aunt Gert. Love to Mom, Uncle George, and the rest that were waiting for you.
Jane Wiswell Strom
January 25, 2013
Aunt Gert always had a quiet and gentle spirit, which is of great worth in God's sight,(1 Peter 3:4). She was such an example of a faithful, godly woman. I enjoyed visiting her each summer. Especially this past summer, when Aunt Janny, my Mom,Janett and Aunt Gert were able to look through some treasured items from the Snow family history. Aunt Gert was excited to talk to us about her memories. I will miss her, but know we will spend eternity together because of our faith in our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Doug McIntyre Jr.
January 24, 2013
Aunt Gert was a fixture at the family reunions that I was able to attend.I dearly enjoyed back a few years ago when Dad and I stopped and visited and talked about some of the family history.I have very fond memories of Brookfield and helping hay at Uncle George and Aunt Gerts.My condolences to the family. Her nephew.
Virginia Keith
January 24, 2013
I'm so glad she was a part of my life. I have so many fond memories from the activities of the early North Brookfield Fire Department where George was a member to later years when Becky and I spent endless hours in that house, playing with Barbie dolls. Later, Gert shared some craft patterns and ideas with me. I wonder how many hobby horses she made over the years, or those stools made out of the old juice cans. She was a talented artist of quilts and other crafts, an active member of the Town of Brookfield Historical Society. She'll be missed. Condolences to the entire family. Love, Ginny Keith, over the hill neighbor.
January 24, 2013
Grammie,
You were such an inspiration to so many throughout your long life with us on this earth and brought such joy and love everywhere you went to those around you. Never forget the night you fell asleep and Gramp an I watched as you had a snapping turtle on your line and he almost pulled you in the river. Oh yes, homemade maple syrup and vanillia ice cream. You were a wonder grandmother and friend in so many ways. You will be trully missed down here but surely welcomed in heaven to be with the rest of our family who are up there smiling down on us. Another Angel in Heaven. Love you always and thanks everything. It is your turn to rest now. Love Lynnie
Sandy Pierson Ossont
January 24, 2013
Gramma lived a long full life, surrounded by many relatives. She is being welcomed in heaven by her family member who went before her. All are greatly missed. Love you Gramma. Say hello to Dad(Royce), uncle Lou, grandpa, Sherri & Shelley & the rest of the family. Family reunion in heaven.
January 23, 2013
aunt Gert was a very special aunt to me. She was an inspiration to me. She was always helping me with crafts and when I was younger she would invite us for dinner. Her homemade cooking was so delicious. One of her favrite thingts was dandalion greens and rolls. Since moving to California, when would visit back east, she would attend picnics for me an we would reminance about all the years. I loved her dearly and will miss her. I now there were crowds of people welcoming her to to heaven. She lived a great long life and I know that I have so many memories and will hold them in my heart forever. Niece Connie Sue Burch.
January 23, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family of Gertrude. She was a kind and loving person and will be missed by many. Rest in Peaace, Eloise Hughes-Earley & Family
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