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Helen Sortore Obituary

Age 88, of Reading Center, NY, passed away on Saturday, December 11, 2010, at Seneca View, Montour Falls. The family will receive friends and relatives at the Royce-Chedzoy Funeral Home, 212 E. 4th, Watkins Glen, NY, on Wednesday, December 15th, from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. with a funeral service to immediately follow at 6:00 p.m.; burial at Pleasant View Cemetery in Reading Center. Helen was predeceased by her husband, Raymond. She is survived by her children, Janice (Gary) Campbell of Painted Post, Bonnie (Edward) Butler of Elmira, Lynn (Cathy) Sortore of Reading Center; 7 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. You may view her memorial or leave condolences for the family online at www.Royce-Chedzoy.com.

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Published by Star-Gazette on Dec. 13, 2010.

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Lynn Sortore

December 22, 2010

Mom, going to miss you. Please watch over us and keep us on the right path.

Randy Gerow

December 16, 2010

Lynn and Kathy, sorry to hear about your mother. Are thoughts and prayers are with you.
Randy and Betty Gerow

Tammy Sortore

December 15, 2010

I was so forunate to have such a wonderful grandma and will never forget everything you have done for me. I know that you and grandpa are together now watching over us. I love you and miss you deeply.

Dave,Barb Miller

December 13, 2010

Lynn and Family Sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a wonderful lady. I thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything let us know.

Frances Ennamorato-LaForge

December 13, 2010

Lynn and Family, Sorry to hear of your Mom's Passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

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