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Elizabeth Amberg Obituary

Elizabeth H. Amberg

Irondequoit - Tuesday, March 27, 2018 at age 95. Pre-deceased by her husband, Howard. Elizabeth is survived by her daughter, Patricia (Frank) A. Gacioch; grandchildren, Mary Elizabeth (Matt) Decker, Joseph Howard Gacioch, Jonathan Anthony Gacioch, also Kay Maira and family. The family wishes to give a special thank you to the Caregivers at The Friendly Senior Living Facility. Elizabeth was a life long volunteer well into her late 80's. Elizabeth, a WWII volunteer nurses aide, received the National Distinction Award for her service to NARFE, and was a volunteer for Palmyra-Macedon School District working in her grandchildren's classrooms. She was a loving Mother and Grandmother to Pat, Frank, Mary, Joey and Jon.

Her family will receive friends WEDNESDAY, April 4th from 4-7 PM at the funeral home, 570 Kings Hwy S., Rochester, NY. Friends are invited to meet the family THURSDAY, April 5th 9:30 AM at ST. KATERI AT ST. MARGARET MARY CHURCH, 401 Rogers Pkwy., Rochester, NY for her funeral mass. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to Friendly Senior Living, 3156 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14618-3499.

To share a memory or send the family a condolence, please visit www.harrisfuneralhome.com.

Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Apr. 1, 2018.
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Thank you all for your kind memories! We truly appreciate them....The Gacioch Family....Betty spoke of you often.

Frank Gacioch

April 7, 2018

I've known Betty since we took our entrance exam together to get hired at RG&E. What a wonderful person and a pleasure to know over the years. Her positive attitude and passion for life was contagious. Even to the end she always smiled, never complained and had an ability recall and converse 2nd to none. I am so sorry for your loss. She was truly one of kind who will be missed.

Michael Chmiel

April 4, 2018

I've known Betty since we took our entrance exam together to get hired at RG&E. What a wonderful person and a pleasure to know over the years. Her positive attitude and passion for life was contagious. Even to the end she always smiled, never complained and had an ability recall and converse 2nd to none. I am so sorry for your loss. She was truly one of kind who will be missed.

Michael Chmiel

April 4, 2018

My heartfelt condolences to Betty's family. She became my first and best friend at RG&E Telephone Service when she trained me on the switchboard in 1980. What a wonderful heart, and a great laugh she had. Betty, may you rest in the Lord's peace, love, and joy... Vinnie

Vincent Palozzi

April 2, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family

Linda & George Elmer

April 2, 2018

Thought and prayers for you and the family.

Anne Mitchell (Faro)

April 1, 2018

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

April 1, 2018

You are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, may the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way. May you find Strength from the love and care that surrounds you and comfort in the memories that you shared. Please accept my sincere condolences. IS 41:10

kiki

April 1, 2018

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