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Anna Boykin Obituary

BOYKIN, Anna L.

Loving Mother & Grandmother

Was born March 10, 1936 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late Frank and Antoinette (DelMonte) Cook; passed away on Thursday, March 8, 2012 at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center at the age of 75. Her brother, Joe Cook, preceded her in death on January 4, 2012. Anna is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 43 years, James M. Boykin; beloved daughter, Annette C. Boykin; adored grandson, Austin B. Hedrick; along with nephews Steve and Mark Cook. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira/Southport, NY on Sunday, March 11, 2012 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM. Funeral services will be held there at the conclusion of calling hours, 4 PM. Lay Pastor John P. Knapp will celebrate Anna's service. Interment will take place at the convenience of the family in Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial donations may be directed to the American Cancer Society. Envelopes will be available at the Funeral Home. Anna's guestbook may be visited at www.olthof.com.

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Published by Star-Gazette on Mar. 11, 2012.

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Austin Hedrick

February 23, 2017

Love you Grandma! I miss you every single day! I play all my sports for you and God! love you!

Dan Talada

March 20, 2012

Jim and Annette I am sorry to hear of your loss. I used to work with JIm. Dan Talada

March 15, 2012

Dear Annette and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. It was my pleasure to take care of your sweet mother. Dom

March 13, 2012

Annette-so sorry to hear of your loss. I think of you everytime I fly and wonder if you're still doing your dream. LeVon Ketter

rene'

March 12, 2012

my thoughts and prayers to you and your family in this difficult time. it was my pleasure to take care of your sweet mother in her last days. cherish all the good memories.

William Hackett

March 11, 2012

Out thoughts and prayers reach out to you, Annette, on this difficult day. You have been a big part of our family for more than 25 years. This history will bring you peace, joy, and love today... and all the days of tomorrow.

We lift up your Father today in prayer as he says goodbye to his life "soulmate."

We love you-
Bill, Jane, Ashley and Hillary

Gary Bennett

March 11, 2012

Annette and family,
Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. Gary Bennett

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