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Elizabeth Rudolph Obituary
ITHACA - Elizabeth "Betty" Hanson Rudolph, age 83, of Ithaca, went to live with her Lord and Savior in Heaven on November 11, 2007.
She will be greatly missed by her son, Rodney (Barbara) Rudolph of Delhi; a daughter, Eileen (James) Hicks of Freeville; two grandsons, Kevin (Vickie) Hicks of Lansing, and Christopher (Tammy) Hicks of Bremerton, WA; two great-grandchildren, Robin and Michelle Hicks; a sister, Lillian (Joseph) Marcello of Rochester; and lifelong friend, Millie McFall of Ithaca.
A longtime resident of West Hill, Betty was a very active member of the Tabernacle Baptist Church for decades. She loved to sing, spend time with her family and stayed very active into her later years. She had a wonderful sense of humor, a generous heart and a strong faith that she practiced on a daily basis. She was an honest, hard-working woman whose life reflected her personal convictions.
Betty joins her husband, Warren, and several siblings and lifelong friends in her new residence in Heaven.
Friends and family may call at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, November 17, 2007, at Herson Funeral Home where Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. This celebration of Betty's life will continue at the First Assembly of God Church in Ithaca, with a luncheon featuring her "favorite foods."
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Gideon Bible Fund, c/o of First Assembly of God Church, 197 Bostwick Rd., Ithaca, NY 14850.
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Memories and Condolences
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David, Coralie, & Kay Gahn
November 26, 2007
Dear Rod and Eileen and families: We remember your mother well through all these years and can imagine your relief for her, that her health issues are over, and yet your loss at this parting. But we also rejoice with you - and with Betty - as she is now at home with the Lord and reunited with her hubby! Dave and his mother recall your Dad and the day God called him to heaven many years ago, and we all remember your Mom very well -- enjoying contact with her at TAB, singing with her in duets/trios, & so much more! May God's peace, comfort, and strength rest upon each of you as you adjust to this "new" phase of your Mom's and your lives. Lovingly in Christ, Dave & Coralie Gahn, and Kay Gahn (Ithaca, NY)
Ellen Burlew
November 16, 2007
Dear Eileen and family,
So sorry about your Mom but rejoice with you at her "home-going". God bless you and family.
Pat Cooke
November 16, 2007
Eileen and Family,
Please accept my deepest condolences. May God keep you all in the palm of His hands and know that you will be comforted in His embrace.
Julie and Art Holmberg
November 15, 2007
Rodney and Eileen,
We so appreciate your letting us know of Aunt Betty's passing, despite the distance in time and miles. We have wonderful memories of her giggle, great smile and loving warmth. May her heavenly family reunion give us peace as well. We keep you all in our prayers. Much love...
Bob & Daisy Wallace
November 14, 2007
Hi Rodney, Eileen and family:
Sorry to hear of your loss, but rejoice with you that your mother is now with her Heavenly Father and will suffer no more. What a wonderful reunion she is having with her loved ones who have gone on before her.
We have fond memories of her throughout the years and well remember her always-smiling face and kind words when we took our children to the orthodontist office.
It was good to see you, Rodney, at our 45th reunion this past summer and trust you and all your family will find peace and comfort through Christ at this time. We also fondly remember good times of worship and fellowship with you, Eileen and Jim.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Bob & Daisy (Boda) Wallace
Michael Bacon
November 14, 2007
I am sorry to hear of your loss Eileen. My thoughts are with you and your family.
dennis sheheen
November 14, 2007
Rodney.
I'm very sorry to hear about your loss.
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