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Murphy's
July 23, 2021
Our condolences from Sayres Elmira ny family. We only met Arlene once on her visit to ithaca ny. I'm sure she was extremely proud of her daughters. It was obvious through her that she gave them independence, intelligence, a purpose and a strong sense of commitment to community. To Sayre I say your friends and family are here for you and your sisters whatever and wherever if you every need anything we're here for you.
Love and prayers
Matt, Bridgid,
Thomas, Lauren and Colleen
Nancy Hachez
July 21, 2021
Will miss your dear friend. Nancy Hachez
jan chittick
July 19, 2021
My heart aches over this extremely difficult and surprising news...I am terribly saddened. I last saw Arlene at the class reunion with her sister linda in august 2017. Not only did she and I share so very many beautiful, heartwarming and hilarious family stories, but our kids did too. The Douglasses and Chitticks go way back to the beginning of time as our Dad's were best buds and UMO frat brothers. Arlene definitely had her dad's sense of humor, untouched by any other. A wonderful person, mother and friend whom I will miss terribly. May the light of your spirit carry on to your great girls and I pray they will always know I'm here for them, always. God Bless and I love you. Jan Chittick
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Sharon Eaton
July 19, 2021
Arlene was a caring and wonderful person who took in the elderly pets from Riverside Rescue and gave them all the love and care possible. Arlene will be missed.
Vicki O'Donnell
July 19, 2021
I am heartbroken over the loss of my dear friend. When I think of high school, I think of Arlenethe women's track team she helped start, the band trips, the sleepovers, the 25 cent gasoline for her Volkswagen bugHer amazing spirit will always be in my heart and now lives on in her beloved daughters of which she was so proud. Rest In Peace, my friend, and may time and precious memories bring comfort and peace to all her family and friends. With love and prayers, Vicki
Jolen Aubin
July 16, 2021
I will miss our conversations. We always had so much to talk about. A brave, courageous woman you were! So much love and strength! Your love for your family was remarkable as was your love for all the critters, even the bats. And how your patients loved you! Love you now and always
Teri Friend-Schlemmer
July 16, 2021
Arlene was in my high school class at Spaulding HS. I always thought Arlene had a sweet & sparkly personality. I viewed many of her FB posts & felt somehow still connected to her. I loved seeing all her posts with her daughters. It is so very clear, that they were the light of her life. She had a heart of gold that focused beyond family & friends & spilled over into caring for the folks at the hospice agency she where she served as a social worker. It seems Arlene truly lived her best life, in the days she had here on this earth. Prayers & peace be with her family. Until we see you again
Teri Friend-Schlemmer SHS class of 1972
Anne Woodard
July 16, 2021
I am so, so sorry to lose such a special friend as Arlene. Although we only knew each other for a few years, I so admired her courage, faith, and love for her daughters. She took her medical set backs in stride and never lost her appreciation of life, animals, and the beauty all around us. I loved corresponding with her and sharing photos, laughs, and positive thoughts. I was truly hoping I would get to see her in person again. My heart goes out to you Sayre, Britt, and Paige...your Mom was absolutely the best!
Chrisann Emery
July 16, 2021
May you rest in peace my friend, you were one of my best friends iij n the north country, we had alot of fun times,until we meet again,I will always love and miss you
David & Maryann Black
July 17, 2021
We met Arlene in a professional environment and only knew her a short time. She was a kind, lovely woman that gave us strength and hope. Our sincere condolences to her family and friends. May she rest peacefully in gods arms.
Eric Drew
July 17, 2021
I knew Arlene back at Spaulding High. She sat behind me in history class and was also manager for the track team and later ran track for the women's team. She was a real friend that always had a smile. My condolences to her family.
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