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Sue Ann Gaffney

Syracuse, New York

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Sue Ann Gaffney, native of Liverpool, educator, life master bridge player, giraffe lover, volunteer, proponent of women's rights, S.U. fan, sister, aunt, and friend extraordinaire, passed away on October 28th, 2017 in Rochester, NY. Predeceased by her parents, Madeleine and John Gaffney,...

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I love this picture of Sue. Her personality shines through. I have had the opportunity to share many memories about our old neighborhood growing up when my grand daughter invited me to do my life story. Of course tamarack Street played a large part and the funny stories. Some? Unbelievable. I fondly still think of you and the Gaffney gang . As we approach November 1, All Saints day and my mom´s birthday along with Sue´s birthday on November 5, we are reminded of those enjoying their heavenly...

I was Sue's neighbor for a short time. She was always a sunny presence. I wish I had known her.

Another '61 Albany grad here saddened by the news of Sue's death. The Chi Sig girls and the SLS boys often interacted (partied) and had fun. We'll miss you, Sue. I'm glad we got together once in a while here in Rochester and also at various Albany reunions.

Fondly,

Harold (Butch) Jewell

She was a great teacher ! She will be missed !

Sue! You will be missed.

Deepest sympathy to the Gaffney family.

Miss Gaffney was my homeroom teacher and history teacher in the eighth grade at Wellwood Jr. High in Fayetteville N.Y. in 1965. She was also my favorite teacher because she took the time to explain things to those of us who needed a little extra time. I always held her in high regard.

Richard Burr

My heartfelt sympathy to all the Gaffney family. As life seems to fly by I realize it was at least 70y years ago I walked into the Gaffney house as a neighbor kid who headed there on my bike every morning where I was always welcomed. what great times.Sue and I went all the way through high school together ( with our clarinets) and have kept in touch through those yearly Christmas cards. I became a music teacher, she a history teacher. My music teacher husband entered eternal life June...

Teachers do make a difference

A great teacher and mentor! She was funny and educated you in a very inspiring way! She will be sadly missed but never forgotten. RIP you crazy red head (kind of like Lucille Ball!)