Jean Clingersmith

Jean Clingersmith obituary, Niagara Falls, NY

Jean Clingersmith

Jean Clingersmith Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jun. 21 to Jun. 23, 2009.
Jean (Modica) Clingersmith, 79, of Niagara Falls, NY, died peacefully in her sleep Saturday, June 20, 2009 at her residence. Born in Buffalo, NY, she was the daughter of the late Vitale "Charles" and Rosaria (Giallombardo) Modica.Jean grew up on the West Side of Buffalo and attended Buffalo schools. On June 12, 1954, she married William Clingersmith at Holy Angels Church in Buffalo, NY and together they moved to Niagara Falls, NY. Jean began working at the former J.N. Adam Co. in Buffalo, NY and later as a crossing guard for the City of Niagara Falls. Jean was involved with her children's schools and volunteered at Niagara Catholic. She was a member of St. Joseph's Church, St. Joseph's Mothers Club and Pine Avenue Block Club. During her spare time she enjoyed playing cards but her greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends. In addition to her husband of 55 years, Mrs. Clingersmith is survived by her seven children, David Clingersmith of Niagara Falls, NY, Ann Louise (Louis) Ciminelli of Buffalo, NY, Mark (Marianne) Clingersmith, William (Anne) Clingersmith, both of Niagara Falls, NY, James (Lisa) Clingersmith of San Diego, CA, Christine (Jeffrey) Vahue of Boston, MA and Julie (Michael) Dearing of Pendleton, NY; eighteen grandchildren, Ryanne, Caitlyn, Lauryn, Lyndsey, Molly, Matthew, Melissa, Ashley, William, Sarah, Kristen, Kenna, Kara, Daniel, Eric Clingersmith, Serena, Peter, Anthony Vahue; one great-grandson, Gavin; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her three sisters, Rose (late Ed) Donnelly, Ada (Dominic of Buffalo, NY) D'Ettorre, Nina (late Tony) Saccia; two brothers, Joseph (Frances of Kenmore, NY) Modica and Salvatore Modica. She was also predeceased by a brother-in-law, Leonard (Isabel of Niagara Falls, NY) Clingersmith. Friends may call on Tuesday from 2 - 4 and 7 – 9 PM at the M.J. COLUCCI and SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL, 2730 MILITARY ROAD, NIAGARA FALLS, NEW YORK, where funeral services will begin on Wednesday, June 24th at 9:15 AM, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM. in Holy Family of Jesus, Mary and Joseph Parish at St. Joseph's Church 1413 Pine Ave., Niagara Falls, NY. Entombment in St. Joseph Cemetery, Niagara Falls, NY. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association, Heart Gifts Processing Center PO Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220-3049. Please visit www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for on-line register.

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July 1, 2009

Susan and Daren Wade posted to the memorial.

June 28, 2009

Kolette (Kresses) Piasecki posted to the memorial.

June 27, 2009

Jesse Bedgood posted to the memorial.

Susan and Daren Wade

July 1, 2009

Christine and Jeff,
How shocked and saddened we were when we saw your mom's obituary. Daren and I were looking for your home phone online to plan for Martin's wedding and couldn't believe it. Christine, we know how you cherished your mom!! and what a wonderful woman she was!! We hope that God will bring you comfort soon and that your entire family will be blessed during this great, great loss...

Kolette (Kresses) Piasecki

June 28, 2009

Christine and family,
I am so sorry for your loss, your Mom was always so nice to me. Although she had a million things to do, she always found the time to make me feel at home. She was very special. We'll miss her. The best to your family.

Jesse Bedgood

June 27, 2009

Mark,Jimmy and the Clingersmith Family, my thoughts are with in this time of mourning.

June 26, 2009

Bill and family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We'll remember Jeannie always smiling.
Our sympathies are with you and your family.

Walt and Pat Putaski

June 26, 2009

Mr. Clingersmith and Family,
I just heard the news about Mrs. Clingersmith and I cannot tell you how sorry I am. I have so many great memories of your mom and the wonderful stories she shared at the kitchen table. She was one of a kind and touched my life in a special way. I pray that soon your tears will be replaced by smiles and laughter as you reflect on her life.
God Bless You All.

Shawn (Mahoney) House

June 25, 2009

Dear Fran and Dominic,

Thinking of you today and hoping that the memories of one so dear will bring the kind of joy your loved one brought to others. Sorry that we could not be there with you.

Willie and Gertie Jost (BBV)

June 25, 2009

DEAR FRAN AND DOMINIC AND CLINGERSMITH FAMILY,

PLEASE KNOW THAT CARING TOUGHTS AND HEARTFELT SYMPATHY ARE WITH YOU.

BUFFALO BONS VIVANTS MEMBERS

June 25, 2009

For Caitlyn, Molly and family,

May memories of your beloved Nani keep you comforted in the hardest days. She will be by your side throughout your lives.

Love, Patty Wagner and family

Joni Paul

June 24, 2009

To The Clingersmith Family,
My heart is sad today, at the passing of a great lady and a kind soul. Someone who made everyone feel welcome in her kitchen and in her heart.
Many people will walk in and out of your life.But only true friends will leave footprints in your HEART.Your Mom was one of the people who's footprints are in my heart.
Bless You and Your Dad.

Kristie DeLoreto Hawkins

June 24, 2009

To the Clingersmith Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are prays are with you all. I have great memories of Jean. Growing up just a few doors down I was always over. She took me in like her own. She will be missed dearly.
Love,
Kristie DeLoreto Hawkins

Curtis Rice

June 24, 2009

Ann Louise,
So sorry for your loss. I regret I was unable to be there.
My prayers are with you and yours.
Curt

Wendy Graf

June 24, 2009

Dave & family,
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

June 24, 2009

I love you Nani!!!!
I have my own Angel! xoxo Gavin

June 24, 2009

I love you Nani! You will be my Angel forever xoxoxoxox Gavin

June 23, 2009

Dave, I am sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Kelly Baudo, BPS

Bob Perno

June 23, 2009

Dave/Bill and family,

My deepest sympathy. We just layed my Dad to rest yesterday and had the viewing there at Colucci's - they are wonderful people. I couldn't get myself up to attending the wake but you have my prayers. I'm sure your Mom is proud to have raised such a wonderful family. May God Bless.

June 23, 2009

I am sorry that I could not make it to the wake to extend my condolences to your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Vicky Signorelli

June 23, 2009

Julie,
We always had so much fun with your mother at Ciao...we were giving her all new styles of hair (she didnt want)!!! I loved the way she talked to me, just the greatest and funniest woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love, Teresa

Michael Duszynski

June 23, 2009

Dave,

You and your family have my deepest sympathy.

Mike Duszynski (Burgard)

Susan St. Denny (Hanns)

June 23, 2009

To the Clingersmith Family,

I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She was a "fun" person who always remembered you. Bill, it's been a long time since we all went out together, but i remember it well. My prayers to you and your family. It is very hard losing those you love deeply.

Terri Forgione

June 23, 2009

Julie,

I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a very nice lady and funny too! I know how much you will miss her. Remember, she will always be in your heart.

Thinking of you.. Love and prayers.

Diane Bilowus

June 23, 2009

Dear Ann Louise and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you comfort and may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You all will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
Lots of love,
Diane Bilowus

June 23, 2009

The staff of Our Lady of Peace would like to extend our deepest sympathies for your loss.

Diane Spacone

June 23, 2009

Dear Clingersmith family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Deana Neri Genova

June 23, 2009

Dear Jules (Kelly) and siblings:
Teresa and I remember your Mom fondly. She was a beautiful woman who held much pride for her family. It's difficult to lose your Mom, but memories that seem like yesterday will ease the pain and comfort you all in the future. With love and prayers...
Deana and Teresa Neri

Kathy Coleman

June 22, 2009

Dear Clingersmiths

Your Mom was a really funny and fun lady, even yesterday Christine was able to laugh occasionally when sharing some of her Mom's recent antics! I will always remember her wonderful temperment and how nice she was to take time to compliment my family's Christmas photos when she had such a special family of her own.

I am sorry I won't be able to join you for the funeral, but will be thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers.

todd fields

June 22, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Barb Vahue

June 22, 2009

I have great memories although I have only known her since
my son married Christine. She was a dear, sweet, funny lady who I loved even for the short time I knew her.
She will be missed

Angel Baty

June 22, 2009

Dear Aunt Jeanne,
Your deep love of family was an inspiration to us all. You lit up every room you entered with your vibrant spirit and enjoyment of life. We will miss you saying, "Love you more" whenever anyone told you they loved you. And we will all especially miss that red lipstick imprint you so loving placed on our cheek.

To my cousins,
The pain of the loss of a parent eases over time, but never goes away. Your family is always here for you, from our wonderful memories on Fargo Avenue, to now, whenever you need us. I find comfort in knowing that your mother is now with my father and Aunt Ada, who she never stopped missing since the days they died. Aunt Jeanne was the last of a generation of Modica's, but our strong family bond will carry us all into eternity.
All my love and prayers, Angel

Rick & Gloria Nielsen

June 22, 2009

Our deepest sympathies to Bill and the family.

We have wonderful memories of Jeanie.

Joe VanDewater

June 22, 2009

Julie and Mike,
Sorry for the loss of your mom. She was a wonderful woman who will be missed. I am glad I was able to get to know her.

Chris Gervasi

June 22, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember nights when we would all show up and she would cook everyone breakfast.A wonderfull woman.
May God grant her the peace she deserves

Maggie Delaney-Baker

June 22, 2009

Julie and family,

I'm really sorry to learn of the loss of your mother. My prayers and thoughts are with you at this terribly sad time.

Michelle D'Antonoli

June 22, 2009

Julie and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. She was a wonderful lady. Our prayers are with you all.
Ted & Michelle (Kotalik)D'Antonoli

John-Paul Genua

June 21, 2009

Aunt Jeanie,

I will love you always, you are a wonderful woman and have touched many threw the years.

To my family I am deeply sorry for our loss, I will keep you all in my prayers.

Dominique Genua

June 21, 2009

Aunt Jeanie was the one person I looked up to when my nana (Ada D'Ettorre, her sister) passed away. I will never forget the day she told me that she would try her hardest to fill her shoes as best as she could. Even though I live in Florida, she kept that promise till the day she reunited with my nana, she checked on me regularly weather it was about school, work, my health, family, or just to know how I was in general. She always spoke with uplifting words and had a smile on her face. I wish she could be here to see me get married in person but I know both her and my nana will have front row seats from up above, although I am pleased to have had her blessing before she passed. She is definitely loved by all now and for all eternity!

As for my family I am deeply sorry and you will always be in my prayers!

-Dollie

Paula Friona-Cheff

June 21, 2009

To the Clingersmith Family,
Deepest sympathy during this heart breaking time. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. We know what you are going through and it is a long journey ahead. Please find comfort in each other. Sorry we will not be able to attend the services, but we will be there in spirit.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Robert & Paula Cheff

June 21, 2009

TO MY WONDERFUL AUNT JEANNE, WHO I LOVED SO MUCH JUST LIKE MY OWN MOTHER I AM GOING TO MISS TALKING TO YOU 10 TIMES A DAY. YOU HAVE BEEN THERE FOR ME THROUGH THE HARDEST TIMES IN MY LIFE. I AM GOING TO MISS YOU SO MUCH.I KNOW YOU WILL WATCH OVER ALL OF US.YOU ARE THE GREATEST AUNT. LOVE ALWAYS DIANA

Gina Genua

June 21, 2009

To My Aunt Jeanne,

My family and I have been blessed to have wonderful Aunt,most all great Mentor in my life. I am going to miss our three way nightly calls, and most of all daily calls. Aunt Jeanne I want to say thank you, for the love that you have given me and my family. I hope and pray that God will give me love that you have given to others. I love you once again thank you for your great inspiration, Aunt Jeanne you will be missed and you will always be in my heart.

Love
Your Niece Gina

Bill Malaney

June 21, 2009

To the Clingersmith Family,
Sorry to hear of your mothers passing.
Our pray's are with you all
Bill,Sue,Billy & Deanna Malaney

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