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Kathleen Tenity Obituary

AUBURN - Kathleen M. Scott Tenity, 68, of Mary Street, Auburn and The Villages, Fla., passed away unexpectedly Tuesday afternoon, July 26, 2011, at Auburn Memorial Hospital. She was born in Auburn the daughter of the late John and Ann Nodzo Scott and had resided most of her life in Auburn. Together with her husband, Tom, they spent the last 10 years residing in the winter at their home in The Villages, Fla. Kathy was a communicant of St. Mary's Church. Prior to her retirement, Kathy had been employed for more than 30 years by the Auburn Enlarged School District as an elementary teacher, retiring in 1997. One of Kathy's most memorable and cherished times in her life was becoming a grandmother of twins just seven weeks ago. She will be sadly missed by all of her friends and family, that were fortunate enough to get to know this great woman. She is survived by her loving husband of 40 years, Thomas Tenity; a daughter, Meg Messina and her husband, Gabriele; a sister Patricia Lovell, all of Auburn; twin grandchildren, Evangeline and Gabriele Messina Jr.; a brother-in-law, William (Goel) Tenity; an aunt Mary Rusinko, of Auburn; two nieces, Susan Lovell and companion George Morris of Va., Pamela Graf and her husband, David, of Auburn, a great-niece, Gretchen Graf as well as many close friends here and in Florida. Friends and relatives are invited to join the family at 11 a.m. Saturday in St. Mary's Church for Kathleen's Mass of Christian burial. Interment will be in St. Joseph's Cemetery. Calling hours are from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, at the Pettigrass Funeral Home, 196 Genesee St., Auburn. Contributions may be made in Kathy's memory to a charity of one's choice. To send a message to the family, sign our guest book at www.auburnpub.com and click on obituaries.

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Published by The Citizen on Jul. 28, 2011.

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Rose Marie Damelio

August 27, 2011

Bill and family,

My deepest sympathy to you and family on the loss of such a great lady. My prayers are with you.

August 18, 2011

Our children had the great fortune of having Kathy as their teacher.
She was a lovely woman always with a beautiful smile.
We are so sorry to hear of her passing.Alice & Tony DeNiro (Delray Beach,Fl.)

Sandi Dalziel

August 17, 2011

Dear Tom, Meg and Pat Lovell and family
I am so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. I just went into The Citizen site and saw that she had passed away again my thoughts and heart are with you at this sad time. She and Jack were good friends and are up there taking care of us down here.
Love,

Kerrie Marquart

August 15, 2011

Oh my gosh, I just found out about Kathy passing and am most sad and distressed! I loved her dearly from the first I met her in Seward School. She was a wonderful friend! I last saw her at the Central High reunion last July. My heart goes out to Tom, sister Pat, dau and grandchildren. Please accept our heartfelt grief and condolences. Bill and Kerrie O'Hearn Marquart

Janel Johnson

August 9, 2011

Mrs. Tenity was a wonderful woman. I remember her from Seward school. RIP!

August 2, 2011

Dear Ms. Lovell, I am sorry to hear of the loss of your sister. Our prayers are with you and your family. ~Holly Wilson, Chrissy Rusin & Kathy Jo Jirinec

Trashika Love

August 1, 2011

To the bereaved family I remember Mrs. Tenity from Seward School sorry to hear about her passing away she will be deeply missed.

Theodore/ Kathleen Connors

July 31, 2011

Dear Pat and Tenity Family,
Our sincerest sympathies to you on the passing of Kathy. She was a wonderful woman and will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you all.

Ted, Kathy, Teddy, and Katie Connors

July 30, 2011

To the Tenity Family and Pat L-Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Many Fond memories living on Mary Street next door.Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Karen Logue Donovan, Jerry Logue, Ted and Family(Coral Springs,FL)

Lou & Annie Amoia

July 30, 2011

Tom and family, We are so sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. Our prayers are for you all.

July 30, 2011

Tom and family,

We pray that the memories of Kathy will give you comfort. We are sorry for your loss and you are in our prayers.

John and Betsy (Gable) Wyant

CARL PETROSINO

July 30, 2011

To the Tenity Family and Pat L.,
my heart goes out to you all. I know she'll be sorely missed.

Molly Fronczek

July 29, 2011

Tom and family, So sorry to hear of the passing of your wife, my many thoughts and prayers are with you all. Molly Crehan fronczek

July 29, 2011

To the Tenity Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. She was a teacher of mine many years ago at Thornton Ave. Still after all those years when I would see her she always remembered me.
Karen LoPiccolo Brown Auburn, NY

Tracey Perron Lee

July 29, 2011

I was very saddened to hear about the loss of your wife/mother Kathy. She is a wonderful woman who was an excellent teacher and caregiver by heart. She taught me at Seward School when I was very young, and I always made sure to say hello when I saw her. You always remember the people who helped you the most and that you admired.. and Kathy was both of those for myself. May the memories of her stay safe in your hearts. Tracey Perron Lee

Pam Hoerger Maxwell

July 29, 2011

Tom and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have thought of you both often over the years, and will keep you in my prayers.

Zan & Arnie Liebowitz

July 29, 2011

July 29, 2011.

Bill and Goel, Tom, Meg and family,
It is with a saddened heart Arnie and I have learned of Pat's passing. She will be greatly missed especially by the thousands of(children)including our two)whose lives she has positively impacted over the years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most trying and difficult period.
Love, Zan, Arnie, Randy, Wendy and family.

July 29, 2011

Tom and family. We are so sorry for your loss. Kathy was a genuine person and friend. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Red and Phyllis Brown

Chris & Linda Murphy

July 29, 2011

Dear Tom and family,

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We have many great memories of our times together at the Armouries in Auburn and in Ottawa.

Jackson Jennings

July 29, 2011

God Bless and keep you Tom in this period of trial. Please know that your friends in the Cameron Highlanders of Ottawa are with you and will remember our happy times together.

Margret & Jackson

Shari Delaney

July 29, 2011

Tom, Pat and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I know that my fond memories of her, will keep her alive in my heart.

amy (leone) Ochs

July 29, 2011

Meg and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Although I didn't know your mom, I know she must have been a wonderful person to raise such a kind and loving daughter. The loving attitude you have always had with Jami and Alaina is proof of that. Please know that we are thinking of you.
Amy, Rich and girls

Paula and Brian Durniak-Storrs

July 29, 2011

Dear Tom, Meg and Pat Lovell and family,

I and my Mother are so sorry for the loss of a wonderful woman, Kathy. She was a good neighbor, friend and a great teacher to me years ago at Seward School. She helped me greatly in school. We would have a nice chat when she and Pat would be sitting on their porch as I walk by the house. We want to send out our deepest regards to her family. Kathy will be missed, but never forgotten. Kathy will be in our thoughts and prayers along with her family. A new star and angel will be born in Heaven. God Bless.

July 28, 2011

Meg and Family so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prays are with all of you. Gina Gower Fennessy

Michelle & Steve Milewski

July 28, 2011

Meg, I'm so sorry for your loss. I've known her my whole life. She was a remarkable person and will be missed by myself and my family.

marshelle whelan

July 28, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss Kathy was a very sweet caring lady who will b missed by all our thoughts and prayers are with u all . The Whelan's

Joe and Marsha Tabone

July 28, 2011

Tom and Family, Sorry to hear of the passing of your wife and mother. Please accept our deepest sympathy over your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

July 28, 2011

Meg, Tom and family, Some people are truly gifts from God. Kathy was one of those--not just a great teacher, but a great human being. She will be missed. Ann and Tom Payne

Barbara (Genova) Hunt

July 28, 2011

I am deeply saddened by Kathy's passing. She was a wonderful person and whe will be greatly missed. Kethy and I started our teaching careers together at Thornton Ave. in the late '60's and became good friends. Unfortunately we lost touch over the years but I always had the greatest respect and regard for her. I extend my deepest sympathy to all of you.

Barbara (Genova) Hunt

July 28, 2011

I am deeply addened by Kathy's passing. She was a wonderful person and she will be greatly missed. Kathy & I started our teaching careers together at Thorton Ave. in the late '60's and became good friends. Unfortunately we lost touch over the years but I always had the greatest respect and regard for her. I extend my deepest sympathy to all of you.

John Eisenschmidt

July 28, 2011

Tom and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Kathy.May the joy she brought you over the years guide you through this difficult time.
John

July 28, 2011

Tenity Family, I have many memories of sweet Kathleen from childhood on. I will be out of town with my daughter so I will be unable to attend calling hours or funeral. We were all blessed by her presence.

Barbara Moody

Adele Keegan

July 28, 2011

Dearest Tom,Meg,Billy and Goel..I feel so blest to have known Kathy. She was a friend to all.So kind,helpful and compassionate.I know you all will keep her memory alive so that her beloved grandchildren will know who their Grammy
was.My heart and prayers go out to all Kathy's family.There is now a beautiful angel looking over you.As ever, Adele Keegan

July 28, 2011

Mrs. Lovell I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this rough time. If you need anything please let us now. The van der Werff's (Josephine)

Jackie Connors

July 28, 2011

Dear Meg and Family,

I am so sorry for your great loss! I remember your mom and aunt coming into curley's, and how i enjoyed waiting on them, she always made you smile! My thoughts and prayers are with you all!

cari parkman

July 28, 2011

Meg, Bill and family: My prayers and thoughts are with you in this terrible time of loss. May the support of your friends and loved ones wrap you with comfort during this time of grief.

Leah Guerrette

July 28, 2011

Meg,
I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Rosemary Delaney

July 28, 2011

Dear Patty,
I was truly sorry to hear of Kathy's passing. Please know that my thoughts & prayers are with you & all of the family at this most difficult time. May your memories help ease your pain throughout the coming days.
Rosemary

July 28, 2011

Tom,
We were shocked & saddened to hear about Kathy's death. We will miss her sense of humor & her calm, quiet manner. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family during this difficult time.

Frank & Carol Southfield

July 28, 2011

Tom,Pat amd Meg
I am so sorry to hear about Kathy. I will always remember the fun we had at Seward School. She was a wonderful lady and will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. God Bless you all.
Love,
Sue Napoli- Valentino

Dick Bortz ACHS Class of 1960

July 28, 2011

Tom & family,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Kathy will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you.

Diane Dolcemascolo

July 28, 2011

Meg and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing, but what a blessing it must have been to have her hold her grandchildren. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

July 28, 2011

Tom, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. She was truly a lovely person and will be missed by all who knew her. Al and Mary Maloney

Josh & Lisa Middleton & family

July 28, 2011

Dear Meg & Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers your way.

July 28, 2011

Tom & Family

We remember fondly our days on Westwood Drive with our children playing together and Kathy's warm and friendly greetings. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Dave & Vicky Festa

John Chalanick

July 28, 2011

To the Tenity Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Mrs. Tenity was my fourth grade teacher at Thornton Ave. She was a very kind and wonderful teacher.

Peter & Sally Mentillo

July 28, 2011

Tenity Family,

Thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. Mrs. Tenity was such a sweet lady. She had such a warm smile that made you feel so welcome.

jack koskey

July 28, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

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