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Dorothy Birtch Obituary
Dorothy May Birtch
formerly of Kirkwood
Dorothy May Birtch, 83, of Nicholson, Pa., died Monday, September 15, 2008 at Community Medical Center in Scranton, Pa. She was born in Exeter Twp., Pa., the daughter of the late Basil Kocher and Edna Harrison and her husband, Raymond D. Birtch, Sr. She is survived by two daughters and sons-in-law, Cheryl and Gary Sutton, Nicholson, Pa., Constance and Burton Gebo, Binghamton; one son, Earl Birtch, Chenango Forks; ten grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She was a retired employee of McDonald's Corp.
Funeral services will be held Saturday at 11 a.m. at the Wm. R. Chase & Son Funeral Home, 44 Exchange St., Binghamton, with the Rev. Michael Maynard officiating. Burial will be in Conklin Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home, Saturday from 10 - 11 a.m. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to the Humane Society, 2 Jackson St., Binghamton, N.Y. 13903.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Birtch
Gennifer
September 15, 2023
Can´t believe it´s been 15 years - I miss you , Love Gen-Gen
Jenn Fontana
September 26, 2008
Earl
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, we know how much your mother meant to you, and how much you did for her considering the circumstances. Your a good and kind man. Your father would be proud of You!
Love The Fontana's
Emma Watson
September 23, 2008
Dear Connie, Cheryl, Earl and families, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Renee Jourdanais
September 19, 2008
Gen, Ryan and family- I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your grandmother. I know she was a special part of all of your lives. Please know that I am thinking of you during this sad time.
Nancy Joyner
September 19, 2008
Jen and Ryan,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. As hard as it is try to remember the good times and the love you shared. May it bring you peace. I m always here for you if you need me.
Benni
September 19, 2008
Gennifer and Ryan, I am so sorry for the loss of your grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with both of you and the rest of your family during this difficult time.
Judy Fiedler
September 19, 2008
There are some hurts we never get over Heath... We just learn to live with the pain. I dont know where i heard that at. But its true. Losing someone we love is never easy. Taking things One day at a time and sometimes one hour at a time are the best we can do. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. I love you and if you need anything you know where to call.
Julie S
September 19, 2008
To the family and friends of Dorothy May Birtch, I am sorry for your loss. She sounded like a wonderful woman who was greatly loved and will be missed as well!! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!!
Laurie And Dennis
September 19, 2008
Heath and Family,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on you grandmas passing I know she went to a beatiful place now and joined all her loved ones that passed on.She will always be looking down on all of you and will be in everyones hearts.May are prayers be with you.
Angela Johnson
September 19, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. Ryan has an awesome mom that will see him through this. Take care and be strong.
Rod Swartwood
September 19, 2008
So sorry to get this sad news and have many memories of playing with my Connie Cheryl and Earl as children. Would love to hear from all of you and will keep everyone in our prayers. Rod & Family
Kim Kauffman
September 19, 2008
I am sorry for your loss. IF there is anything I can do to help you through this hard time, please feel free to let me know.
Robin Swartwood
September 19, 2008
Aunt Connie, Aunt Cheryl, Uncle Earl and Families: It Sadden's me that there has been yet another loss in our vast family. I pray that you will take comfort in knowing that Gramma Dot is now with Grandpa where they can share peace and love for all the days to come. Blessed Be!
Derek Buffington
September 18, 2008
Gen & Ryan,
I was sorry to hear of "Great Nana's" passing. She was a nice lady, and your fond memories of her will help you through this difficult time.
Cris Page
September 18, 2008
Gen & Ry, Cheryl & Gary & Heath
Sorry for the loss of your Mom and Nanna. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chris E.
September 18, 2008
Gen, Ryan, and Family,
Sorry for the loss of your gramma. May god comfort you through this difficult time. Love,
Dawn Ellis
September 18, 2008
Heath:
My condolences to you on the passing of your Grandmother. She's at rest.
kay kenefick
September 18, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Di Zartman
September 18, 2008
Heath,
Sorry for the loss of your Grandmother - may your memories keep her in your heart at all times.
Di Zartman
A new friend
Sally Yost
September 18, 2008
Gen and Ryan,
Our sincere condolences to your entire family following the loss of your grandmother. We're keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Yost family
Diane Giordano
September 18, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kathy Garman
September 18, 2008
Gen & Family,
With my deepest condolences. May the pain and tears lesson and the smiles return.
A new friend.
M Merenda
September 18, 2008
With heartfelt condolences for the loss of your Grandmother...May the peace which comes from the memories shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
M.Merenda & Family
BEVERLY LEHMAN
September 18, 2008
Heath,
So sorry to hear about your grandmothers passing,I'm sure she was a great woman, take care
Your Friend,
Beverly
cathy
September 18, 2008
so sorry about your loss. May Gods love guide you all through this difficult time.
Heath Sutton
September 18, 2008
Granny.
you were an intigral part of my life and my family u held us all together at times of need and will be missed with all my heart and soul (crackers with butter please) love you
Sonja Cobb
September 18, 2008
Heath and Family,
It will be the little things
that you will remember,
the quiet moments,
the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem
hard right now,
it will be the memories
of these little things
that help to push
away the pain
and bring the smiles
back again.
So very sorry for your loss.
Sonja, John and Elizabeth Cobb
Gennifer Sutton
September 18, 2008
Gramma,
There are not enough words to define what you meant to me personally and as a G. Nana to your Rye -Rye and to our family as a whole. You will forever live in our hearts... Love , Gen-Gen and Rye- Rye
Donna Rogers
September 18, 2008
Dear Earl,
So sorry to learn of your loss. You
are in our prayers and God grant you
peace. Our family will never forget
how wonderful you were to our mother and how attentive you were
to yours.
In Deepest Sympathy,
Donna Rogers &family
September 18, 2008
So sorry to hear of your loss. I remember your mother from back in the early 60's when I worked with your Dad in the Garage at the Psych. Ctr. She was a very nice lady, and will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing her.
Dick & Lois Dieffenbach
Zephyrhills, Florida
Friends / From Davys'
September 18, 2008
Earl,
Our sincere sympathy, may you have happy memories.
Mary Matthews / Davy Dutcher
September 18, 2008
Earl,
Our sincere condolences in the passinng of your Mother.
KAREN SINNETT
September 18, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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