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Katherene Meisch Obituary
She is survived by her husband of 58 years, John H. Meisch; sister-in-law, Betty Bement; several nieces and nephews; and many dear friends.
Kay was born in Penn Yan, and was the daughter of Howard and Sarah (Foster) Tuttle. She was a graduate of Middlesex Valley Central School. Kay earned her bachelor's degree from Keuka College and later obtained her master's degree in science. She taught high school chemistry for 33 years at R.L. Thomas High School in Webster. Kay and her husband both received honorary degrees in 2018 from St. Bonaventure University. She was an active member of the Rushville United Methodist Church, as well as her community. Kay was very supportive of local organizations, charities and colleges. She and John loved to travel, creating many memories.
Her funeral service will be held Tuesday (August 6) at 11 a.m., at Rushville United Methodist Church, 26 N. Main St., Rushville. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery, Canandaigua. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Keuka College, Office of Development, 141 Central Ave., Keuka Park, N.Y. 14478. Arrangements are by Johnson-Kennedy Funeral Home, Inc., Canandaigua. Condolences may be offered at www.johnsonkennedy.com.
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James & Lin Speer
August 4, 2024
Dearest John,
Lin and I are so sorry for your loss. We have so many wonderful, fun memories of you and your beloved Kay together.
Lin and I will always remember the special times we had at both of your homes in Irondequoit, as well as your beautiful home in Arcadia. The wonderful home cooked meals, and amazing conversation, will always leave a mark with us.
Kay was always so very thoughtful, and caring to those around her. I remember her several times inspiring me. So very recently, she inspired Lin and I to go traveling abroad to the Baltic Scandinavian countries, which we did and greatly enjoyed it. How spectacular that you two were able to travel and enjoy the world together. I am grateful that you have so many extraordinary memories to share together with your beloved wife.
You two are great people.
Kay's fantastic love, and exceptional generosity, toward her, as well as my mother's, alma mater, Keuka College, is legendary. I still recall so many fun conversations the two of them had together in regard to beautiful Keuka.
Please always remember that "Those who pass on are never gone. They belong to those who remember them."
We will always remember Kay!
Please call us, John. We would love to chat with you.
All the best to you. Take good care. God be with you.
Love,
- Jim & Lin
Lin and James Speer
306 Bora Bora Way #311
Marina del Rey, CA 90292
Amy McGarrity Zotter
August 4, 2024
Loved Mrs. Meisch! What an amazing teacher she was. Certainly she was part of the reason I went into medicine. Rest in peace beautiful lady
Thomas Eggiman
August 3, 2024
Miss Tuttle, my favorite chemistry teacher.
Tom Eggiman, RLT 1964
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