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Nancy Lavender Obituary
Nancy A. Lavender passed away on October 23, 2024 at Kirkhaven in Rochester. She was born on May 17, 1931, in Clifton, NY to the late Merle and Rena (Sovereign) Allen. She moved to Clarendon in 1946, and had lived Holley most of her life.
She was employed at Merrill Grinnell Funeral Home in Holley where she was a secretary and receptionist for over 24 years.
In addition to her parents, Nancy was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Robert W. Lavender, a son in law: Raymond Bilohlavek, Sr. and her sisters, Sylvia Lavender and Jean Cutt.
She was survived by her daughter, Janice Lavender; son-in-law, Raymond Bilohlavek; her grandchildren, Annette and Ray Bilohlavek, Michael (Lisa) Lavender and Matthew Bilohlavek, great grandchildren: William, Emma, Gabriella, Audriana, and Riley as well as several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
There will be no calling hours. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Nancy's internment will be held privately at the convenience of the family in Hillside Cmetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Holley Fire Department.
Nancy's arrangements were entrusted to Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home in Holley. To share a special memory of Nancy, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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