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Lois Widell Obituary
Family and friends may attend a Memorial Service for Lois on at 6 p.m. Monday evening (January 9) at the Doran Funeral Home, 4 E. Bayard St., Seneca Falls, N.Y., with The Reverend James Fennessy, Pastor of St. Patrick's Church, Seneca Falls, officiating. Burial will be in St. Columbkille Cemetery, Seneca Falls, at the convenience of the family.
There will be no prior calling hours.
If desired, contributions may be made to Relay For Life, C/o Seneca Falls Savings Bank, Attention: Nancy Belle, 19 Cayuga St., Seneca Falls, N.Y. 13148.
Lois was born in Seneca Falls on December 12, 1942 the daughter of the late Peter and Bruna Giovannetti Adami. She was a life resident of Seneca Falls and had graduated from Mynderse Academy of Seneca Falls and the former Freeman's Business School of Geneva, NY. She was employed by the Town of Seneca Falls where she was an Administrative Assistant at the Recreation Center. It was there that she planned many of the public trips and excursions that the Recreation Center offered to the public. She was a member of St. Patrick's Church, Seneca Falls and a member of the S.M.S. Auxiliary of Seneca Falls. She was very involved in the "Relay For Life" and had served, at one time, as Chairperson. Lois loved to shop.
She is survived by her husband, John Widell of Seneca Falls, whom she married on October 15, 1966; three daughters, Pam (Bruce) Bator – Frederick, Maryland, Nicole Widell – Seneca Falls, N.Y., Andrea (Peter)DeVivi – Seneca Falls, N.Y.; two grandchildren, Mason Bator and Ruby Mae DeVivi; one brother, David (Patricia) Adami – Rochester, N.Y.; her aunt and uncle, Lena and John Pagano – Seneca Falls, N.Y.; several nieces and nephews
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Memories and Condolences
for Lois Widell
Kim Cashdollar
January 10, 2012
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Eileen Dyson Peterson
January 10, 2012
I have many precious and loving memories and thoughts of Lois. She was a pillar of strength in her battle with cancer and always thought of others first. I will miss Lois dearly. My prayers are with John, her children and precious grandchildren
January 9, 2012
Remembering Lois and our trip to Florida so manys years ago. With Sincere Sympathy, John and family.
Love in Christ,
Kathy Felber Bean, Victor, NY
Lisa Jensen
January 9, 2012
In memory of Lois Widell, a brave, strong, beautiful woman. May her family and friend cherish the memories. Love to her family.
Curtis Irland
January 9, 2012
So sorry to hear about Lois, she will be missed dearly, Sharon is waiting for her. God bless
Bernadette Glasgow
January 9, 2012
Lois, was an amazing woman, whose spirit for living was uplifting and inspirational. I am so glad that I had gotten to know her not just from the Rec Center but from her daughters, Andrea and Nicole. Lois will always hold a special place in my heart. Sending heartfelt condolences to her husband, John, her daughters and their families and to Aunt Lena and Uncle John. May she rest in peace surrounded and enfolded in God's love.
Joyce Liberatore D'Imperio
January 9, 2012
Lois was so much a part of our family, from when she was babysitting all 6 of us as young children, to watching us grow into adulthood, sharing stories and lots of love and laughter. Lois' friendship and affection for our family over the years gave her a special place in our hearts and she will always be remembered as mom's "oldest daughter". Her energy and enthusiasm will be greatly missed.
Prayers are with John and the girls.
Pete Wormuth
January 9, 2012
Lois was a friend for many years, both on Rec Center trips and Relay for Life. I imagine she is in Heaven right now, arranging trips throughout the galaxies for all those fortunate enough to be at her side. God Bless you, Lois
Pete Wormuth
Paula Coffey
January 9, 2012
Lois was such a wonderful person and she leaves many great memories with the people who shared her life. Hold on to those dearly....So sorry for your loss.
January 8, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to John and family members at this time of sorrow. She is in God's care now and what better care could we ever ask for her?
We're so grateful that we had the opportunity to see her last November. What a beautiful and lasting memory of that special evening.
It's been a blessing to have her as a devoted friend for so many years. She will always have a special place in my heart.
Tim and Sandra (Zona) Fogarty
nance Rifanburg
January 8, 2012
John and Girls,
I am so proud to have gotten to know Lois through the Relay For Life. She was the "matriarch" of Relay. Lois had a strength that was remarkable. I had enourmous respect for her, she went through so much and never gave up. Rest in peace Lois, now maybe you will take it easy.
The Shermans
January 8, 2012
Nicole Andrea and Pam, may youthe cherish all the beautiful memories that you have and know she looks down upon you all with a smile from heaven. She knows that you all have amazing friends and family for support through tbis difficult time. Rest in peace Lois..you are loved by many. That's the definition of a successful life lived. Love
Marianne Same-McJury
January 8, 2012
Words cannot express the sorrow I feel. Lois was my faithful friend all these years. I hope your hearts will heal and be filled with many happy memories and that you will always feel her boundless energy and zest for life.
THE DAVE ROGERS FAMILY
January 8, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
January 8, 2012
Dear John and family, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss of Lois.
She was an amazing person who fought a long and courageous battle with cancer. Her love of her family and her grandchildren kept her going. She never stopped going or doing things for her family and friends. May she rest in peace and may we remember all the wonderful memories we have of Lois. Sincerely, Linda Moshier
January 8, 2012
So sorry for your loss.Such an upbeat person all the time.I remember all the times Kelly would be hanging out at your house.
Laura (Bergan)Teeter
Marci Kowalski
January 8, 2012
John, Pam, Andrea, Nicole, Lena and Johnny - I wish I could be there with you to celebrate Lois' life at the memorial on Monday. I have so many memories of birthdays, sleepovers, holidays especially with the sesame cookies and wands.....there are too many memories to mention. I love you all and please know you are in my heart today and always.
January 8, 2012
So very sorry to hear of Lois's passing. We sat next to each other most of the time in school. I remember many fun times and many laughts. She will be greatly missed! Evelyn Aldrich Rumsey
January 8, 2012
Dear Family of Lois. I remember her for her smile and concern of others. This was particularly true in my experience coming to a new school in a new town. Her kindness for others was a welcome growth of kindness. Jim Hart
January 8, 2012
So sorry to read about Lois, I remember her from Mynderse and she was always a upbeat person. May she rest in peace.
With Sincere Sympathy, Pati Povero Mattice, Victor, New York
Dorothy O'Bine
January 8, 2012
Dear John and Family- Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Lois will be sadly missed by both Tom and myself. We were happy to have known Lois, not only as a friend but as our neighbor as well. With our deepest sympathy....Tom and Dorothy O'Bine
John Yells
January 8, 2012
Lois, though you lost your battle, you sure showed us how it was to be fought. With optimism, tenacity, always a smile on your face and an "I'm doing great and going to beat this� on your lips. I'm proud to have been your friend and classmate.
Jim Zimmer
January 8, 2012
Dear Pam and Family - Thinking about you during this difficult time. May good memories of times spent with your Mom help to comfort you in the days ahead. In sympathy...
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