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Genevieve Louise Borowski Wierzbic

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Genevieve Wierzbic Obituary

Genevieve Louise Borowski Wierzbic, 87, of Troutville, Virginia, passed away peacefully in her sleep September 27, 2008, at her home in Troutville Virginia. She was born in Buffalo, N.Y. and moved to Troutville, Va. in 1977. Preceding Mrs. Wierzbic in death was her husband, Theodore Michael Wierzbic and her son, Mark Daniel Wierzbic. She is survived by her daughter, Janice Newell and her husband Michael of Midlothian, Virginia; sons, Theodore and his wife Sandra, of Roanoke, Virginia, Michael and his wife Colleen, of Ellicott City, Maryland, Kenneth and his wife Eliza, of Manchester, Maryland; and grandchildren, Jennifer Weaver, Michael Wierzbic, Rebecca Wood, Andrew Wierzbic, David Wierzbic, Sandra Wierzbic and Monica Newell. Genevieve is also survived by her sisters, Constance Bettcker, of Lancaster, N.Y., Edith Borowski, of Holland, N.Y.; brother, Henry Barrow, of Bristol, Va.; sister-in-law, Doris Wierzbic, of Cheektowaga, N.Y.; numerous nephews, nieces and greatnephews and nieces. Also, Genevieve's very close friends, Marie Freund, Adele Gumulak and Marylyn Edmonds. Genevieve loved singing and sang with several bands during the 1940's. She devoted her life to supporting her husband and family with her many talents which included cooking, sewing, crochet, needlepoint, knitting, gardening, upholstery, and ceramics. There was no project too large for her to tackle and her philosophy was to "...keep working until the job is done." She loved to play games, especially word games like "Scrabble" or "Password", and made playing games a part of every get-together with family and friends. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her seven grandchildren whether it was helping to nurse them when they were ill or dancing with them to her favorite music. The family wishes to thank all of those who looked after Genevieve, especially her niece, Lucille Macholz and nephews, Donald, Jerome and David Bettcker, and Dr. Bonnie Culkin. Genevieve was dearly loved and will be missed by her family and many friends. A memorial service will be held in Buffalo, N.Y. Memorials may be made to Lynchburg College, Department of Communications in honor of Genevieve and Mark Wierzbic.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Sep. 30 to Oct. 1, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Genevieve Wierzbic

15 Entries

Lucille Macholz

October 12, 2008

Aunt Genevieve, I miss you Oh so very much. I miss our phone conversations that always ended with a smile. You always called me your angel. I know you called others that also, but I hope you knew you were the real "Angel" in all our lives.
Love and Forever in my heart.
Lucille and George Macholz

Elaine & Jim Holy

October 8, 2008

Aunt Gen will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her. Her laugh & sense of humor was the best. It was great to see both Mark & Aunt Gen @ Brian & Sabrina's wedding.
Our Sympathy to all of her family.

Mark Hiner

October 6, 2008

I will miss Gramma Wierzbic. She always had a smile and a kind word. I think it was the twinkle in her eye and that mischievous grin that I will miss the most, and the hugs of course. She always made me feel like I was part of the family.

Donna Stempniak

October 5, 2008

Ted, Mike, Ken & Janice,

I was saddened to hear of your mom's passing, but she will not be forgotten. I have great memories of Gen. There were happy times, silly times, and sad times, yet I remember she smiled and laughed through them all. She always had a smile even when one of you had done something to make her angry. I remember her sweetly saying your name with a smile on her face and her teeth grit and then you really knew you were in trouble. "Mother's angry" was the phrase you used. Gen always kind, generous, and thoughtful. She never failed to tell me how gorgeous I looked eventhough I knew better. It was always such a joy to see her. Her friendship with my mom was irreplaceable. She help Mom get though many difficult moments. Gen was a true friend. I know you will miss her deeply, but know that many others hold your mom in their hearts and that the world is a better place because she placed her mark on it.

Gene, Shary & Jacob Fearn

October 3, 2008

Mike Janice Monica, we are sending you our Prayers on the passing of your Mother. We loved getting together with her and your brother Mark when you lived here is Maple Valley when they came out to visit you before Mark's passing. We loved them both so much even though it was only a short visit. We will hold the wonderful stories your Mom allowed us to hear and feel like we were a part of her life, even though it was only for a moment in time :-)
Thank you for introducing us to such a fine lady! She will be missed! Take Care of your family and remember her Always!
In sympathy from the Fearn Family of Washington State.

Doris Wierzbic

October 2, 2008

It is always difficult to say "Good Bye" to someone you love and have shared so many memories. You were always just a phone call away.
Prayers, hugs and kisses. So long!
Sister-in-law/dear friend.

Marietta & Buddy Walh

October 2, 2008

Ted & Sandy we will miss her laugh her smile it was so great to see her here for uncle ted's and Marks memorial our thoughts and prayers go out to you all

Jeff Schulte

October 2, 2008

We are all so sorry for your loss. She was a sweet lady and she will be missed.

Nadine Pfeiffer

October 2, 2008

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of Genevieve's family (especially Ted, Mike, Ken & Janice), who I have known for most of my life.

Gen always made me feel at home in her house. She had a quick wit and her laugh was infectious. I will always remember her laugh. I'll remember Gen's parties, picnics, horseshoe games, pinochle games, Password games, watching our parents play charades, the "Pass the Ace" card games, just to name a few that took place at the house on Brewster St., at our house on Steinfeldt, at the cottage in Colden and at the cottage in Wyoming Hills. And who could forget when Gen threw the sombrero at Ted while singing in Colden while us kids hid on the bunk beds! And my other favorite is the recipe she gave my Mom for Christmas cookies, which made a bushel full of cookies! Gen never made just a dozen cookies!!! She had a real zest for life and loved to have fun.

Gen was always kind to me and never missed calling me "honey." She was one of the first of my parents' friends that I addressed by their first name. And it was through her that I forged my life long friendships with her children.

Genevieve touched my life in a very special way. Although I am saddened to see her leave this earth, I am happy to have had the opportunity to have known her and to have all these wonderful memories of this special lady. She will be greatly missed by all that knew her.

John Gawrys

October 1, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. She will be greatly missed.
John and Karen Gawrys

Adele Gumulak

October 1, 2008

My dearest friend - will miss you so much. You were a very good friend and special person.
The memories this shares are warm and loving.
You're in my thoughts and prayers every day.
In sympathy and sadness.

Janice Newell

October 1, 2008

We are so grateful for the messages of condolence and loving thoughts from our family and friends.

Mom was the touchstone of our family. She brought us together whenever possible and kept us together even when we lived far apart. She was my sounding board for whatever was happening in my life. Whether times were good or difficult, I knew there was one place I could go to find unconditional love and support. Mom loved my friends and hated my detractors whether or not she had ever met them.

The memories of my mother are numerous but what stands out above all of the wonderful characteristics she had is her generosity. She was the most giving and thoughtful person I have ever known. She acknowledged every holiday or occasion either with her presence, or a thoughtful card, or a generous gift.

I am so glad that I was able to spend her last birthday with her. She amazed me as we sat on her back deck doing crossword puzzles together. She was never satisfied until the puzzle was finished and, because of her command of the language there were very few puzzles that she couldn't complete.

She will be missed but her life will continue through those of us whose lives she has touched. She will never be forgotten and will always be loved.

B. J. Branan

October 1, 2008

OH, Jan and entire family,
You've all been through so much the past year and a half. My heart goes out to you all. If there's anything I can do . . .
Love,
B. J.

Jean Kapturowski

September 30, 2008

The loss of your Mom is deeply felt by me. I will never forget all the wonderful times at your house where she always would throw open the door and welcome me. I know I was a pest every day but she never made me feel like one. Her greatest gifts were that she loved to socialize and the more the merrier. I can only remember fun and laughter while she gathered us in and made us all feel like we were her children too. I know she is already planning all the parties in heaven and I can picture her laughing and having a great time sharing her gifts there. My prayers and love are with you all, Jean

Beverly/Doris Hammersmith

September 30, 2008

Our deepest condolences. We always enjoyed the times and parties we had with your mother. She was very special to us as well.
We share your loss. Doris & Beverly Hammersmith

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