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Marguerite Jessup Obituary
Loving mother,
grandmother and
great-grandmother
Formerly of Crestview Drive, Pine City, NY, was born September 19, 1926 in Elmira, NY, the daughter of the late William and Violet Mae (Wenzel) Russell, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 9, 2007, at the Arnot Ogden Medical Center, surrounded by her loving family, at the age of 81. Marguerite (Greenwalt) married Harold Leighton Jessup, January 21, 1923 at the Oakwood Avenue United Methodist Church in Elmira Heights, NY and celebrated 55 wonderful years of life and love together, prior to his passing, December 5, 2005. Her sister-in-law, Patricia Jessup also predeceased her. She is survived by her beloved children, Marcia (Dennis) Boor of Elmira, NY, Laurie Jessup of Cary, NC, Michael (Amy) Jessup of Scotia, Melanie (Robert) Cassarly of Elmira, NY; much loved grandchildren, Kelli (Brett) French, Jeremy Boor and Ryan Boor, all of Elmira, NY, Kelsey Jessup and Skyler Jessup, both of Scotia; adored great-granddaughter, Olivia Rose French; brother, Russell (Rita) Greenwalt of Painted Post, NY; sister-in-law, Donna Jean Benedict of Fort Meyers, FL; brother-in-law, Walter Jessup of Caton, NY; along with several nieces, nephews and friends. Marguerite was employed by the Town of Southport as a clerk in the Assessor's office for several dedicated years. She was a shop-a-holic, enjoyed her crossword puzzles and was an avid reader. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, December 12, 2007, at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave., Elmira, NY, from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. Following the visitation, everyone is welcome to join the Jessup family for a celebration of both Harold and Marguerite's lives. Lay Pastor Robert Townson will officiate. Interment will be held privately at the convenience of the family in the Forest Lawn Memorial Park where Marguerite will be laid to rest with her beloved Harold. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Fund, PO Box 1306, Elmira, NY 14902. A "Candle of Remembrance" may be left for her family in obituaries at www.olthof.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Marguerite Jessup
Jerry & Mary Bauer
December 13, 2007
Marsha, Laurie, Mike and Melanie,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. So glad we saw her at the dinner. We're unable to attend the service. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Edward Comfort
December 12, 2007
Laurie and Family,
You're in our prayers.
Take care and God Bless,
Sid and Beverly Shepherd
December 12, 2007
So sorry for your loss. Your mom and dad were such lovely people and good friends to all. Always a smile!
Bon and Trish Townson
December 12, 2007
Your Mom brought us great joy here at Elmira Colony Park. She touched all our hearts in the short time she was with us. May God bless you all and bring you peace at this time.
Sherrie Pizzo (Bauer)
December 12, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Linda & Alan Hager
December 11, 2007
Laurie & Family, We are so sorry to hear about your mom. We are thinking about all of you at this time and know you are in our prayers. She was so special to me, just like your dad. Wish we were there. Remember all those great memories. Love you all, Linda & Alan
Cindy Burdick
December 11, 2007
Marcia and Family,
My heart goes out to you and your family and this time of loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Cindy and Jack Burdick
finley gray
December 11, 2007
Laurie and Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Finley and Laura (Stuart) Gray
Robert-Gayle Blanchard
December 11, 2007
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
paul sofia
December 11, 2007
Mike, Laurie and Melanie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. It's been a long time since I've seen or spoken to you. Your mother was a wonderful person, same goes for your father. It took people with extreme patience to let us shake your house with the loud practice sessions. May God watch over you and give you strength in your time of grieving.
Paul Sofia
Karen Gerardi
December 11, 2007
May the memories of a lifetime sustain you during this time of loss. You're in our prayers. The Folk Family
Katrina Dolan
December 11, 2007
Marcia, Melaney & Families,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lisa Tucker (Hobczuk)
December 11, 2007
Melanie and family,
Sorry for your loss,especially around the holidays. Your Mom used to make the best cakes when we were growing up. Again, I am very sorry.
PATTI (ROUSE) SHERFEY
December 11, 2007
SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF YOUR MOM LAURIE.YOUR FAMILY WILL BE IN OUR PRAYERS.
Louise & Jim Lynch (Centenary Church)
December 11, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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