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Bessie Papastrat Obituary
Bessie Anna Papastrat
of Town of Fenton
Bessie Anna Papastrat, 78, fell asleep in the Lord on Monday morning, March 24, 2008, at her home. She was predeceased by her parents, Peter S. and Helen Callas. She is survived by her devoted husband of sixty years, Arthur Papastrat, Town of Fenton; two sons and their wives, Louis and Karen Papastrat, Yardley, Pa., and Peter and Marcia Papastrat, Endwell; two grandchildren, Jennifer and her husband, Andy Mecs and Derek Papastrat; and numerous friends. She was a retired quality assurance inspector for Singer-Link after twenty years of service. Bess enjoyed playing golf, cooking, shopping, gardening, traveling and doing crafts.
Private funeral services under the direction of the Chopyak-Scheider Funeral Home were held at the convenience of the family. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the doctors, nurses and staff at Broome Oncology for their wonderful care. Contributions may be given in Bess' memory to the American Cancer Society, 31 Adams Avenue, Endicott, N.Y. 13760.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bessie Papastrat
Constance Papastrat
April 20, 2008
Dear Uncle Art and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of Aunt Bessie's passing. I did not know her very well, but I heard a lot of wonderful things about her throughout my life. She will be missed. I hope you are all well
William G. and Susan Papastrat
April 3, 2008
Uncle Art,
Cousins Lou , Peter and families,
I'm sorry to hear of the loss of Aunt Bessie. I hope you are all well .
Mary Hoch
April 1, 2008
Dear Art and family,
I will always remember Bessie with fond memories. She had a wonderful laugh and a generous heart. I met her at Link where she took me under her wing. She convinced me to join the Monday Night Golf League knowing I knew nothing about golf! But she was always there helping me steer clear of the ponds. I am very sorry of your loss of Bess.
Bernadine Tuthill
March 31, 2008
Dear Art & Family,
I knew Bess from working at Link and also from the Monday night golf league. I'll always remember her wonderful smile. My sincere sympathy to the entire family.
Bernie Tuthill
Tom and Cindi Noyes
March 30, 2008
Art and Family,
Cindi and I want to extend our sincere sympathies for your loss. Bessie was a person who could make you laugh during the most difficult of times. She was a true friend when we worked together and we have thought of her many times in the past. I can't remember anyone who gave more than Bessie. May God bless her and you and your family.
DARRYL JENSON
March 30, 2008
art, pete and marcia, what a geat lady. always willing to help the boys and girlsclub by donating to our fund raisers. GOD BLESS, ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES.
Marsha Shiffman
March 30, 2008
Two precious memories of my friend, Bessie.
We became friends almost 30 years ago at Link's Hillcrest plant when she convinced me to try the company sponsored shopping trips to Reading, PA. That's when I found out what a world class shopper Bessie was.
One Thanksgiving, I was going to be alone, so Bessie invited me to have Thansgiving with her. I told her many times how I tried to duplicate her excellent cornbread stuffing but I had so much lemon juice in it, it made your mouth pucker. What a fantastic cook she was.
With my very deepest sympathy to Arthur, Peter & Marcia, and Lou & Karen.
Marsha Shiffman
Denise Billings
March 30, 2008
Bess ,You sounded so good the last time I talked to You. But ,Your suffering is over.
Arthur and family, forget her pain, and the good memories will replace Your pain.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Terry Kucera
March 30, 2008
I knew Bessie when she worked at Link, she was a very wonderful and warm person. I am very sorry to hear that she has passed away.
Tiffany Kominos Corbett
March 30, 2008
I will always remember the friendship Bessie had with my mother, Fanny Courlas Kominos, and my aunt, Urania Courlas Constandy. As I was growing up, there were many times we would stop and have "coffee" at Bessie's on Helen Street. Hearing about her sons and camp was always such a treat! She was a most gracious hostess and had a wonderful personality and sense of humor. I always had so much respect for her. May her memory be eternal.
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