Elizabeth-York-Obituary

Elizabeth Joyce York

Marysville, California

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Marysville, California
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American Cancer Society

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Elizabeth Joyce York ("Liz"), age 68, died at home on May 16, 2014 after a battle with lung cancer. Liz was born in Los Angeles, CA on July 15, 1945 to Hy and Sylvia Gierson. She attended the University of California, Santa Barbara where she studied Social Science and met her husband, Lance...

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Im so sorry for the families loss. Mrs. York was a wonderful P.E. Teacher & I was blessed to be her student. 1997 Graduate.

I am so sorry for your loss.

Eileen Jacobs
YCHS class of 1972

I met Liz through our mutual friend June Roby-Bloom, at one of our early local Weekenders (clothing line) events. I was delighted when Liz became a Fashion Coordinator - we knew she'd be a fabulous addition to June's unit. I really got to know the silly, fun-loving side of Liz on our many conference trips across the nation. On our first trip (Chicago) together, I was in need of an evening gown for the Black Tie event and Liz suggested we go to Saks 5th Avenue. I thought she was out of her...

Liz has always held a special place in my heart. I have known her not only while a student at YCHS but as a young newly wed to a fellow teacher. Liz and I chaperoned many high school dances over the years, plus many class trips to Disneyland. Liz was someone I looked up to for advise and wisdom. Liz always attended our class reunions so we adopted her as an honorary member of the class of 1972. Our reunions will not be the same without her beautiful presence. Your family is in my thoughts and...