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Marian L. Root

GREENE, New York

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Marian L. Root of McDonough Marian L. Root of McDonough passed away on June 1, 2010 at Wilson Memorial Hospital, Johnson City. She was born on April 28, 1920 in Pharsalia Hook, a daughter of the late Henry and Flossie (Newton) Gates. In 1948 she married Ray J. Root, who passed away on...

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While my memories are few of my Great-Great Aunt Marion they are all filled with laughter and love. When the story telling begins, it always involves Aunt Marion. I am truely blessed to have had the opportunity to have been a part of a living 5th generation.

We mourn the loss of a truly remarkable woman, and at the same time, we cherish the memories and celebrate the life of our Great Aunt Marian! She always treated my husband and his siblings as if they were her own, and welcomed me into the family with open arms. She was available to anyone who needed her for support, encouragement, advice, or a little cheering up. Aunt Marian gave freely of herself and lived her life to the fullest. What a great reminder for those of us left behind! She will...

Aunt Marian, a women admired and loved thanks for all you did for us we love you we will miss you and love your thoughtful insight with your wishes and wisdom, for no one knew better than you love Kirby Martha Mackenzie Morgan Madison Margaux

Marion was a friend to all, and it was a joy to know her. She enriched many lives.-Bruce & Bobbie Badger

Cousins!& other beloved family members.
So many great memories. Your Mom was such a GREAT Great Aunt to me and my brothers and sister. Hard working woman! She was an example of making it through tough times with a sense of humor and a smile. Loved to hear her laugh! Always vibrant-full of life and love and opinions. Many memories are of the baby lambs she tended for in the kitchen (she tended some of us the same way) , the sheep being sheared and the big garden up on the hill. Her...

YOU HELD MY BOYS IN YOUR ARMS AND BROUGHT COMFORT TO MY WIFE IN DIFFICULT TIMES. MAY GOD HOLD YOU IN HIS ARMS AND COMFORT YOU AS YOU DID FOR SO MANY.
YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS

TONY&JANE MADDALONI

We are so sorry for your loss and hope that you find comfort in your happy memories of Marion.

My deepest sympathies to you George,John,Betty and Henry at the loss of you Mom. She was the BEST! I cherish all the good memories of her and your family. Celebrate her life.She had more love and laughter then most of us and it rubbed off on everyone.My thoughts and prayers are with you.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.