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Dorothy Coye Obituary
June 13, 1925 - July 15, 2025
SKANEATELES - Dorothy S. Coye, 100, of Skaneateles, NY, died peacefully on July 15, 2025 She was born in Buffalo, NY to Arthur and Florence Sherwood on June 13, 1925.
As an ambitious young woman, she attended CCBI and then worked for the New York Telephone Company. Dorothy met Dana, the love of her life, at church at a young age and they were married on August 31, 1946. Later, Dorothy, alongside her husband, Dana, owned and operated The Skaneateles Bakery for nearly 30 years. This legendary meeting place in the village always provided people with their "favorite treats". Dorothy attended The Wilton Cake Decorating School in Chicago and made many people's memorable events even more special with her innovative cake designs for especially weddings and graduations.
Over her lifetime she was very active in Methodist women's organizations in Jamesville Federated Church and Skaneateles United Methodist Church. After retiring, "The Coye's" enjoyed their winters in Naples, Florida, where they made many new friends. They spent time traveling throughout the world, gardening, bird watching, and living and boating, on Skaneateles Lake. Her memory was amazing, backed up by over 70 years writing about events, in her daily diary.
Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Connie (John) Bouck; son, James (Judy) Coye; grandchildren, Jenny Coye, Ryan (Samantha) Coye; and step-grandchildren, Terri Clay, David (Eva) Bouck, Jennifer (Federico) Solmi. Nine great-grandchildren with the newest addition, Shiloh. Nephews, David (Jean) Coye, Dale (Bev) Coye, and niece, Gwen Coye and Mary Ellen Coye. She was predeceased by her husband, Dana; brother in-law, Don; sister-in-law Joyce; and nephew, Gary Coye.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 19th at 2 p.m., at the Skaneateles United Methodist Church. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to The Skaneateles United Methodist Church, 26 Jordan St., Skaneateles, NY 13152. To send condolences, visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com.
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Patricia Kelly
July 19, 2025
I am so glad I had the pleasure of taking care of Dorothy at Westminster Manor. She was one of a kind and always enjoyed talking with me about all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I know she has no more pain and is with the love of her life.
Norma A Olcott
July 17, 2025
Dear Connie, John, and families, my heartfelt condolences. Your mother was blessed with a wonderful life and you were blessed by hers. I wish you peace in your hearts and send my love at this time of loss.
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