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Dorothy O'Hara Downs

Syracuse, New York

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November 20, 2007 Mrs. Dorothy O'Hara Downs, 86, of Solvay and Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, died peacefully and surrounded by her children, on Tuesday, November 20, 2007, at St. Joseph's Hospital. Dorothy was born and raised in Niagara Falls, NY andresided most of her life in Syracuse. She was a...

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TO ALL TRHE DOWNS CHILDREN AND GRAND CHILDREN CHARLOTTE AND I LOVED DOROTHY VERY MUCH.WE ENJOYED A LOT OF WARM HAPPY TIMES WITH HER. WE KNOW SHE IS IN HEAVEN AND IS BUSY PRAYING FOR US

OUR EARLIER ENTRY INTO THE GUEST BOOK DID NOT CONNECT. DOROTHY WAS A SPECIAL FRIEND TO US. AS WE WROTE WITH THE FLOWERS SHE WAS TRULY A SAINT.CHARLOTTE AND I FEEL WE NOW HAVE A PERSON WE LOVED IN HEAVEN WHO WILL INTERCEDE FOR US DOROTHY WAS THE MOST LOVING , UNDERSTANDING, PATIENT, FORGIVING, COMFORTING PERSON WE EVER KNEW.WE WILL MISS HER BUT ARE COMFORTED BY THE FAITH THAT IT IS "SO LONG FOR A WHILE" WE WILL MEET AGAIN .ALL OUR LOVE.DR.JOE AND CHARLOTTE BARRY

Barb & Family,
Very sorry to hear about your mother. Although it is never easy, I know that you are confident she is with your father once again. You were very dedicated to your mother and I am sure she was so thankful for her wonderful family.
Kariann

Dear Jimmy and family, So sorry to
hear about your Mom. Please know that thoughts and prayers are with
you during this difficult time. All
your wonderful memories of your mother will keep her with you always. God bless. Love, Shelly

I fell in love with Dorth's smile the first time I meet her. She had grace & mercy all around her. She was a blessed women, and loved and appreciated ALL of her family & friends. I called her movie star because every where we went people loved & adored her. She showed them love in return. I will never forget dorth, she made an impact on my life forever. Everytime I think about her, I smile, because she always had a smile on her face. Thank you all for the time you've allowed me to share with...

To all the Downs'family, esp. Mike and Jean,

Bonnie and I were saddened to hear of your wonderful Mom's passing. Nothing can prepare us for death, but you all have a great deal to be thankful for over this holiday, as your Mom did an exceptional job raising the whole bunch of you. Time heals, memories endure. Keep the faith as your Mom is in God's hands now.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Rick, Bonnie, Chelsea, and Allie Romano

Dot Downs was a "Classic". She was the best Wife, Mom, Grandma, Friend, Fan and Neighbor. She was the best at all these titles. She was my Audrey Hepburn. She was a classic. A beauty of grace and style. She always had a smile for me whenever we met no matter how much time had passed and always seemed so glad to see me and as much as I'd like to think that was true I know she treated everyone like that. I knew her through JD and Jay and went to high school with Dick. I like to think she...

My sincere sympathy to all of you! Your mom was a good friend and neighbor of mine for many years. We had so many good times together. I know how much you will miss her.

To the Downs family - I was saddened to hear about the passing of your wonderful and loving mother Dorothy. I will keep you all in my prayers and thoughts during this difficult time.