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"Terry" Cole

1968 - 2017

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1968

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2017

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Cole, Teresa "Terry" (Colitti)

age 49 of Big Flats, NY. She was born January 31, 1968 in Lexington, KY, daughter of Michael (Ann) Colitti and Elaine (Mike) Chamberlain passed away Sunday, November 12, 2017 at Corning Hospital after an extended illness. In addition to her parents, she is survived by her children Allison (Tami) Hall, Matthew and Vincent Cole; grandson Mackson Hall; siblings Marie, Tony and Mike along with several nieces, nephews and close friends; father of her children Timothy Cole; special companion Scott Lyon and his children Sawyer, Cooper and Anthony. Terry was the store manager at Dunkin Donuts in Corning for the past 8 years. She loved graphic design, building trophies and bowling. She loved dirt track racing and was the 50-50 girl for many years at Woodhull Raceway also working the photo booth and even flagged. She pursued a career in cosmetology and owned her own business. She always loved mastering new challenges, was active in Big Flats softball league but most importantly she loved her family and friends. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to a memorial fund for Terry c/o Corning Credit Union, P.O. Box 1450, Corning, NY 14830

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Published by Star-Gazette from Nov. 16 to Nov. 19, 2017.

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Marie Colitti

November 17, 2017

To my dear sister, Terry,
It all seems surreal and even though we knew this was the outcome, it doesn't make it any easier. The only thing that makes it easier is knowing you are no longer in pain.

I have so many memories of us as we grew up. i remember our 5 week vacation and how you and I were bunk mates in the station wagon because there wasn't enough room in the camper for all 6 of us. I remember riding our bikes shortly after that trip- and you taking a nasty fall over the handle bars while coming down a hill- cut open your chin on the fender.. and me knocking on doors carrying you and crying for help from people. once stitched up - you said that your jaw hurt- turns out you'd broken your jaw in the tumble. Then spent time in Williamsport with your jaw wired shut. fun times with you being a selective eater.

I remember coming home from college and getting a big hug from you. We had an unusual bond as sisters, not one that many sisters have. we weren't particularly close, probably because of our age difference, who knows. All I know is that you are my sister and I never told you enough how much I loved you. I see you in your daughter and son who are still here with us.

we all know you are with Nanny, our grandparents, our uncles, our cousin and your niece. keep them laughing until we join you and laugh with you all. that's what we will miss the most- your laughter and spunk. Until we see each other again- we'll carry on your memory and never let people forget just how special you are and how you touched our lives. thank you for sharing your time on earth with us. We are all better for having had you in our lives.

I love you

Marie

Jerry & Billie Mehlenbacher

November 16, 2017

Terry, you were an inspiration to all of us. Your spunk your loving ways and your magic fingers that could make any hair style a master piece. There wasn't anything you couldn't do or achieve. You were and always will be a special part of our family. There are no words that I can say to take away the heartache we all feel with you gone. We all love you Terry. You be happy now your are a beautiful angel as beautiful as you were on earth. love you, Cindy, Kathy, Christina, Jerry, & Billie

jill & lee cole

November 16, 2017

Rest in peace terry, you will be missed very much!!! We know your in heaven and you are an Angel. You will be watching over your kids and your grandbaby!!! Know that everyone loved you very much!!!

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