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Eleanor Makeley Obituary
Elmira: Age 94, went to be with her Lord on Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at St. Joseph's Hospital, Elmira. Eleanor was predeceased by her husband, Everett Makeley. She is survived by her daughter, Anne (Richard) Holmes; grandchildren, Kim Holmes and Jeremy Holmes; great grandchildren, Kristen and Jared Oakes, Kyle Ryan and Cali Holmes; also several nieces and nephews. Eleanor was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was an excellent cook, a lifelong member and Sunday School teacher at Westminster Presbyterian Church. Eleanor retired from the X-CEL Dairy after many years of service. The family will receive friends at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Elmira/Southport, on Friday, April 6, 2012 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM with Funeral and Committal Service there at 12:00 PM. Reverend Jane Winters will officiate. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira, NY. Those wishing may make memorials to the Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1009 Maple Avenue, Elmira, NY 14904. The family would like to thank the girls at St Joseph's Hospital for the wonderful care and kindness given to Eleanor during her illness. Guest Book may be signed in obituaries at www.olthof.com.
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Barb Davidson
April 24, 2012
Dear Anne, Tuesday 24, April 2012
Our dad, Bill, and Scott asked me to send you their loving memories of her special impact on our immediate family and Eleanor's Christian lifeworks and love in her 95 years!
With love, BARB
Barb Davidson
April 13, 2012
Dear Anne and entire family,
I've been thinking of you often and memories of your Mom will always bring a flood of love and life lessons learned.
As a child of Franklin St and Westminster Presbyterian Church family, and neighbor, I was so lucky to have her as a favorite Church Grandma's love in my life. Biking down from our house in the '60's to enjoy the porch swing,lots of cookies and milk, chat, play and visit your folks were a special part of my life.
I am so happy she's in Heaven as a release from RA. Your family's love helped me grow. Anne--I wish I could have done as well by my folks as your love to your Mom.
Lots of love,
Barb & Thomas(Tom)
Judy (Taber) Carson
April 6, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mary Ann Philpott
April 6, 2012
Dearest Anne and family, My heart just aches for your loss. How dearly I love Eleanor and will miss her so much. She taught me so many lessons in love, sacrifice, patience, kindness and acceptance. Anne, what a devoted daughter you have been. Eleanor was a wonderful companion and roommate for my mother at St. Joseph's. We have been so blessed to have you in our lives. May God grant you comfort and healing. I will tell little Marisol about the dear woman who loved her, prayed for her and always asked how she was growing. I send all my heart and all my prayers to you all. I love you Ellie, you are now with Jesus and will suffer no more!
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Jim & Judy Tolbert
April 5, 2012
Anne & Homer & Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss.
God has another "Angel" in Heaven!!
Love,
Judy & Jim
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