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Doris Swartz Obituary
formerly of Endicott, N.Y.
Doris (Betikofer) Swartz, formerly of Endicott, N.Y., passed away peacefully at home in New Hartford, N.Y., from complications of leukemia. She was born in Binghamton, N.Y. on May 14, 1921, the daughter of Glenn and Luella Betikofer, and was a graduate of Union-Endicott High School. Doris was an Army veteran of WWII, serving in both Africa and Italy. After her discharge, she returned to Endicott in 1945. In 1947, she and James Swartz, also of Endicott, married. They resided in Endicott until 1986 when they moved to New Hartford, N.Y. She is survived by her loving husband, Jim, of 61 years; daughter, Judy, and son-in-law, Andrew Kinney; her sister, Erma Porter, and husband, Larry, both of Leesburg, Fla.; and her two grandchildren, Amy Kinney, Chicago, Ill. and Ryan Kinney, Canandaigua, N.Y. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. Doris was predeceased by her parents and her brother, Robert Betikofer, Campville, N.Y.
There will be no calling hours. Donations may be made to Hospice, 4277 Middle Settlement Rd., New Hartford, N.Y. 13413, if so desired.
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Memories and Condolences
for Doris Swartz
garry wood
October 18, 2008
Uncle Jim and Judy, my condolences on the loss of Aunt Doris. What can one say when we lose our beloved. My thoughts are with you and your family Andy, Amy and Ryan.
Jill Dauley
October 15, 2008
Uncle Jimmy, Judy, Andy, Amy and Ryan,
May God bless you and your families as you encounter these hard times. Doris was a very beautiful woman inside and out. We all have great memories of our times with her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jill (Swartz), Tim, Ray and Ryan
Shirleyand Dick Swartz
October 15, 2008
Jimmy,Judy,Andy,Amy and Ryan
Thank you so much for sharing the times we shared with Doris. I know you lost your best friend Jim and I also lost a very good friend and sister-in-law. Thankyou for letting us in to share our memories an you gave us a beautifull closing to a life with Doris. My prayers and thoughts will stay with you and hope to see you all soon.
Wendy Drogo
October 14, 2008
Uncle Jimmy, Judy, Andy, Amy& Ryan
We are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you for the tough time she and you had at the end. She is now in heaven with no more suffering looking down at us probably playing the slots. We will miss her wonderful letters, sweet smile and loving ways. I will cherish all my special memories and keep them close in my heart. May your many wonderful loving memories bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time. We have you close in our thoughts and prayers and are here for you always. Love you, God Bless, Wendy (Swartz), Dennis, Brittney and Valerie
Barbara Tobey
October 13, 2008
Judy, Thank you for keeping in touch. I will miss your mom`s "short" notes that came so frequently. We had some good times. I enjoyed her so much and I will miss her.She was such a gracious lady....She is at peace now.
October 13, 2008
Uncle Jimmy,Judy,Andy,Amy and Ryan - our thoughts are with you. May you find peace in aunt Doris's passing. She is now in God's home and no more suffering. I can see her wonderful smile and feel her kindness, she was a great person with a large heart, you can be sure she will be missed by all who knew her.It brings a smile to my face and happiness in my heart when I think of the times I shared with her. Treasure her memories-they will bring you the comfort and peace she would want you to feel during this difficult time. Our love is with you, Cindy(Swartz), Randy,Ashley,Tom&Sheena Holder
Cheryl Tingley-Kozecke
October 12, 2008
Judy, Andy and family, I was so sorry to hear abour your Mom's passing. I got to see her and your dad so seldom but she was a wonderful, kind, gracious lady always with a kind word and wonderful laugh and/or smile for all. I know how close you were to her and hope that a lifetime of memories help to comfort you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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