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Natalie CHURCH Obituary
CHURCH, Natalie A.
Natalie A. (Hunt) Church, 80, passed away peacefully in her home on October 31, 2013. She was born in Middletown, the daughter of Adelbert P. and Sarah A. (Bailey) Hunt. Natalie was a lifelong resident of Middlesex County, growing up in Middletown and raising her family in Durham. For her final years she moved to Central New York to be near her daughter, Poetre. During her life she was a homemaker, worked in the banking industry, and finished her career working for Mueller Bookbindery. Natalie had attended the First United Methodist Church in Middletown where she spent many years in the choir. She was also very involved with the Democratic Party in Durham; running the Democratic Women's Bread Booth at the Fair for numerous years as well as being the Registrar of Voters for Durham for decades. Those who knew her will always remember her for her generous spirit, her kindness to animals, and her devotion to her children and friends. We will also remember with great fondness her Sour Cream coffee cakes delivered during the Holidays, candy apples and drop cakes for Halloween and scotcheroos during the summer. She is predeceased by her mother, father, two brothers, and sister. She is survived by her three children; Josh Church of Sandy, Utah; Poetre (Church) Shaw of Liverpool, NY; Melora Church of Enterprise, Florida, five grandchildren and nieces and nephews in the Middletown area.
Natalie decided to donate her remains to the Anatomical Gift Program at SUNY Upstate Hospital in Syracuse, NY. A private family service will be held when her ashes are released from the Hospital. Contributions can be made in Natalie's name to the Alzheimer's Association of Connecticut by mailing them to: 2075 Silas Deane Highway, Suite 100, Rocky Hill, CT 06067. To leave a special message for the family please visit www.NewcomerSyracuse.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Natalie CHURCH
November 11, 2013
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The Church Girls
Poetre (Church) Shaw
November 11, 2013
I would like to thank everyone for your kind thoughts and memories of Mom. Helping her through the past few years as she was taken from us by Alzheimer's was the only thing, and the least thing, that I could do to honor her and the wonderful person that she was. As difficult as it was to remove her from the area she spent her life in and from all of her friends, I was grateful that I was able to offer her a safe and comfortable home where she was allowed the freedom and dignity she deserved. Her passing has left a huge hole in my heart and my life. I want everyone to know that she left this world with a cat purring on her and Nat King Cole playing in the background. Miss you Mom.
Donna Timbro
November 9, 2013
Mel, My heart goes out to you, your Mom was the sister I never had,We shared alot of laughs and tears I will miss her terribly Love to you and your family, Donna and Al
November 9, 2013
Mel,Your Mom was not only a true best friend, she was the Sister I never had,she will always hold a special place in my heart. Love you Donna and Al
Twig and Ralph Lee
November 7, 2013
Melora, though we only met your mom on a couple of occasions, I will always remember her at yours and Mark's wedding, and the pictures of her with Poppa, Mark and you. I know how much you will miss her. Ralph and I are thinking about you.
Sharon Dahlmeyer-Giovannitti
November 7, 2013
Dear Folks,
I love Natalie very much. She was always so kind and friendly to me. We worked together at "Cousins" Restaurant years ago and had a ball! I recently voted and missed seeing her smiling face. The one thing I really remember about Nat was that she adored all of her children. She always talked about Josh and skiing while showing me her beautiful grandchildren, Po, with her strength and Melora (another beautiful person who I worked with) moving to Florida to take on new job positions. There's one less position in Heaven because Nat just filled it.
LynnZ Puhle
November 7, 2013
I met Nat after she became ill so I don't have a perspective on the real Natalie but I adore her daughter Poe and grandchildren and I know that whatever she did in life, she left behind some wonderful people who loved her beyond measure. My heart goes out to all of you.
Sharon Berndt
November 6, 2013
Josh, Po and Mel, I had no idea your mom was ailing. My heart is heavy. Your mom was such a huge part of my childhood. She taught me so much about friendship, kindness and giving. She will always be in my heart and my thoughts. Love to you all and your families.
Sharon
Laurie Timbro
November 6, 2013
Mel I'm so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
November 6, 2013
Josh, Po, and Melora, I am so sorry for your loss. Nat was such a warm, kind, caring lady. You were so blessed to have her as your mother. Barbara Strickland Goetz
Wayne Lineberry
November 5, 2013
I am so sad and will miss her dearly. I love you Nat.
November 3, 2013
"Po", Sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Wendy Pedersen-Manemeit
November 3, 2013
Thank you all for the loving thoughts. Po was an amazing daughter, caregiver and companion to mom. We couldn't have asked for a more peaceful ending to a generous, loving life.
Melissa Dinallo
November 3, 2013
Dear Melora, So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. My prayers are with you and your family. Fondly, Melissa
Lindsey Tremblay
November 3, 2013
Melora and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family.
annie horne
November 3, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
November 2, 2013
Dear Melora & Family, I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom...She was a great lady. Sincerely, Lynda Herrmann
Anthony & Ruth Ann Timbro
November 2, 2013
So very sorry for you loss. Your mother was a great lady.
Melissa Dinallo
November 1, 2013
Melora and Family, My deepest sympathy. Fondly, Melissa Dinallo
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