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Eleanor "Ellie" Jean Pinchak
1930 – 2022
AUBURN - Eleanor "Ellie" Jean Pinchak, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. She was born in 1930, in Scranton, PA, the daughter of the late Anthony and Louise (Sedowskas) Vesosky. Her family which included three brothers and her sister later moved to Avoca, NY. She graduated from Avoca High School, and Hornell Business Institute. Upon graduation she and her beloved sister Florence, both of whom enjoyed traveling and seeing the country, settled in San Diego, CA for two years.
The Vesosky family operated a dairy farm in Weedsport, NY. Upon returning to New York, she met and later married her husband Peter Pinchak. They were married for 40 years. Ellie was a very devoted and supportive mother to her two sons Bill and Peter. She never missed a church, school or sporting event.
Ellie retired from Cayuga Community College after 26 years, where she acquired many lifelong friends. She was very proud to have instigated the creation of and to have served as the first President of the College Clerical Union, ensuring improved benefits for the clerical staff. She was a communicant of SS Peter & Paul Church in Auburn for 65 years, and was instrumental in the formation of the church Altar Rosary Society.
Upon retirement Ellie wintered in Clearwater and Winter Haven, FL. Eleven years ago she moved to Grand Rapids, MI to be closer to her son Bill, daughter-in-law Karen and her two precious grandchildren Alec and Emma.
Ellie genuinely cared about everyone she met and had a very optimistic outlook. She loved to cook, garden and be involved in all sorts of activities.
She was predeceased by her parents, her husband Peter, son Peter, Jr., grand-daughter Audrey, brothers Andy, Eddie, Bob and sister Florence.
Funeral services for Ellie will be at 10:00 AM, Friday, April 29, 2022 from the Plis Funeral Home, 220 State St., and 11:00 AM in SS Peter & Paul Church. Burial will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery.
Contributions may be directed to SS Peter & Paul Church in Ellie's memory.
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Marie Halstead
May 19, 2022
My condolences to Ellies' family. I worked with her at Auburn Community College back in the early 60s. I was secretary in the main office. Ellie was a delightful to work with. She was always smiling and enjoyed working with her. I often think of the secretarial staff and the teachers. She is in my thoughts and prayers.
john vesosky
April 26, 2022
Aunt Ellie was a wonderful caring person and she will be missed. My condolences go to her family and friends.
Jay Martin
April 25, 2022
Sorry to see this. Not sure if I ever actually met her but could tell she was a great lady by how you guys talked about her.
Lois Terino Gray
April 24, 2022
Ellie was a very kind person. I am very happy to state that it was a pleasure to have made her acquaintance.
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