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Agnes HACKETT Obituary
Those we hold most dear never truly leave us.. they live on in the kindness they showed, the comfort they shared and the love they brought into our lives. Our hearts were saddened on January 26, 2013 when Agnes passed away. Born January 6, 1917 in Guy, Louisiana to Emil McGee and Olena Manuel McGee she was predeceased by her parents, two brothers, Thomas and Clifford and two sisters, Inez and Fanis, and her son, Harold F. Hackett. Agnes worked at Arnold's Furniture for many years and also volunteered for 27 years at Arnot Ogden Medical Center on 4D where she cared for residents many years younger than she. She was the recipient of the Presidents life volunteerism award. A member of RSVP and communicant of St. Mary Our Mother Parish. Agnes is survived by her son, James with whom she lived for many years; her granddaughter, Lori Jo (Tony) Shirley and great granddaughter, Mackenzie Madden of Cumming, GA; grandson, Lon F. Hackett of Rochester, NY. Family and friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home 413 S. Main St. Horseheads on Wednesday January 30, 2013 from 3-4:00 p.m. Her service will be celebrated there at the funeral home at the conclusion of calling hours at 4:00 p.m. The Rev. Scott Kubinski will officiate. Burial service in Maple Grove Cemetery. In lieu of flowers those wishing may remember Agnes with memorials the RSVP of Chemung County 911 Stowell St., Elmira, NY 14901 or the AOMC volunteer department 600 Roe Ave. Elmira NY 14905. Condolences and remembrances at
www.barberfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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February 2, 2013
Thoughts of sympathy go forward to all those whose lives she warmly touched. May your Faith and treasured memories embrace you, and console your hearts.
Jim Hackett
January 31, 2013
Mom, may the glow of this candle forever warm my heart with all the fond memories of times we shared.
Sue VanSickle
January 31, 2013
She used to liven things up on 4D! What a wonderful woman and volunteer. She did a great job raising you . . . and you did a great job caring for her in her later years. I know she's proud of you for continuing her legacy of being a blessing to others. Memories are forever!
Colleen Maher
January 31, 2013
Lori Jo and family, I am sorry to hear about your grandmother, what a blessing to have had her for so many years in your lives!
Raymond Allis
January 31, 2013
I'm proud to have known her
Sue McCumber Kozak
January 30, 2013
I am so sorry about the loss of your mother. You will be in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time in your life.
Jeff Rosenberg
January 29, 2013
Jim, I am so sorry to here of the loss of your Mother. I have so many memories of her working for my father and keeping Arnold's Furniture sparkling, always with as much energy as a youngster. She will never be forgotten.
carol shaylor
January 29, 2013
so sorry Jim to hear of your mom passing. She's in a better place.
Tracy Posthumus
January 29, 2013
So sorry for your loss
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Tracey & Kevin Knapp
January 29, 2013
Jim, so sorry for your loss. Your mom looks like such a lovely lady. Our prayers are with you.
Rosemary Bloise
January 29, 2013
Jim you know how much I loved your mom. Thank you for sharing her with so many. Love, peace & comfort to you my friend!
January 29, 2013
To the family of Agnes Hackett: Agnes was an RSVP volunteer for twenty-six years and donated 4,924 hours of her time serving others in the community. Thank you! We truly appreicate folks like Agnes. Please know that you are in our thoughts at this difficult time. Sincerely, the RSVP Staff.
Deloris BoMarc
January 29, 2013
My mom and Agnes were next door neighbors for many years, enjoyed walks, coffee and just visiting. They have both completed their journeys. May both families enjoy the memories and love they left us. Jim, I am sorry for your loss but happy that she has hopefully gone to a betterplace.
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