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Lori Kreydatus Obituary

Lori Ann (Decker) Kreydatus

KING FERRY - Lori Ann (Decker) Kreydatus, 50 of King Ferry, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home after an extended illness on April 20, 2024.

She was born in Auburn the daughter of John and Nancy (Dudley) Decker and had been an area life resident. Lori graduated from Port Byron High School, Class of 1991.

Lori worked most of her life in day care helping children and often called them "her littles". Lori also loved reading, sewing, cooking and traveling with her family. She enjoyed collecting many different rocks and seashells along these trips. Lori also cherished the many special gatherings with her family and especially the Thanksgiving traditions. She will be sadly missed.

She is survived by her loving husband, David Kreydatus, of 31 years; her parents, John and Nancy Decker; six children: Alexis (Matthew) Crawford, Jessica (Steven) Walter, Jason Kreydatus , Aimee Kreydatus (Dillon Peck), Elisabeth Kreydatus (Hunter Freary), John Kreydatus; five beloved grandchildren: Clayton and Richard Walter, Colton and Anna Crawford, Rosie Peck; two siblings: Michael (Tasina) Decker, David Decker; sister-in-law, Shannon Pasternak; brother-in-law, Joseph Kreydatus (Mark Gallagher); father-in-law, David and stepmom, Donna; mother-in-law, Sarah Brann; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Calling hours are this Saturday, May 4, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. until 2:30 p.m., with services to immediately follow at 2:30 p.m., all inside of Pettigrass Funeral Home, 196 Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021.

In lieu of flowers, please kindly consider a donation in Lori's memory to the King Ferry Food Pantry, PO Box 242, King Ferry, NY 13081.

"Lori was a very passionate advocate for helping those in need, and supporting the local community was close to her heart. Your contribution will honor her memory and continue her legacy of caring for others."

Published by The Citizen on May 2, 2024.

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Erin Lynn Bethelmy

May 4, 2024

Your kindness will live on in all the children whose hearts you have touched . I am so happy I was able to see your smiling face one more time. The heavens will be happy to have an Angel like you. May your Spirit be free of pain; and watch over us like the Stars in the Sky

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