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Elizabeth Battles Obituary
WEST RUTLAND - Elizabeth C. "Lizzy" Battles, 97, died April 24, 2009, at Rutland Regional Medical Center, after a brief illness.
She was born Feb. 12, 1912, in Clarendon Springs, the daughter of Gasparo and Mary (Gabasio) Bianchi.
She married Francis Thomas Battles who died in 1983.
Mrs. Battles was employed at Rosenblatt's Dress Co. before retiring many years ago.
She was a member of St. Bridget's Church.
Survivors include nieces, nephews, great-nieces and -nephews.
She was also predeceased by two brothers, Benny and John Bianchi, and two sisters, Martha Tiraboschi and Theresa Burke.
The funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 29, at St. Bridget's Church in West Rutland. Officiating will be the Rev. Barry Meehan, pastor. Burial will follow in St. Bridget's Cemetery.
Friends may call from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Mullin-Clifford Funeral Home in West Rutland.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Bridget's Church, 1 Church St., West Rutland, VT 05777.
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Memories and Condolences
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May 1, 2009
Dear Peg and Jim,
We were so happy to have met and known, your dear, Aunt Liz. She was a true spirit of life to its fullest, and how she loved to tell a story. Her keen mind, and sense of humor, were remarkable. And how she loved you so. You both gave her such love and devotion and she was so grateful to have you in her life.
May she rest in peace with all who passed before her...and may we remember her wonderful being, always.
Love, and peace to you all.
Naomi and Bob
Jeanne & Dave Piper
April 27, 2009
Dear Peg, Jim, and family,
Over the years Dave and I have come to know Aunt Liz vicariously, as a strong, courageous, and bright woman, through your caring experiences and the video documentary of her life. You cared for her as you would have your own mother. Now it is time to say goodbye to an era and Godspeed to Aunt Liz. Our sympathies to everyone and know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Jeanne and Dave
Mike and Debbie Bianchi
April 27, 2009
Dear Pete and Nancy,
We are going to miss Aunt Lizzie, no matter where we were stationed in the world every year she would send us our maple syrup. It is so sad she passed before we got to see her again this spring. We should know by tomorrow if Mike will be able to make it to the service. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike and Debbie
Claire Reczek
April 26, 2009
Dear Pete and family,
I was sorry to hear about Liz. She was our close neighbor and friend all my life. I will remember her dandelion wine and jeep rides to Frank's hunting camp. Liz stayed closely connected to her family and friends. Liz was sparkly and inquisitive all her 97 years. A very strong woman and role model for me. Claire and Ed Reczek
Margaret Kirck
April 25, 2009
Liz was a truly remarkable person. She enjoyed life to the fullest and was like an aunt to the White girls. My fondest memories are of our cook outs on Clark Hill and of the dandelion wine or "special" cider given to adults when we visited. There was always candy for the children.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Margaret White Kirck and Stephen Kirck
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