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Sally Scanlon Obituary
Kay earned her Bachelor's Degree from SUNY Cortland in Math Education and a Master's Degree from Elmira College. She was a math teacher at Northside Blodgett Middle School and Jasper-Troupsburg Central School District. She took immense pride in her role as an educator and mentor retiring after 38 years in the classroom. The ripples of her impact will continue well beyond her passing. Kay was exceptional at designing and sewing tote bags, baby bibs, and other original creations many of which she donated to benefit the Potter's Hands Foundation. She was an avid reader who loved to get lost in a novel, she shared her books with family and friends, and she loved photography. She gave endlessly and leaves behind a legacy of love. She was so kind, loving and selfless, her love had no bounds for her family and friends.
Kay is survived by her husband of 44 years, Jack, children and their spouses; Kevin and Betsy (Gunning) Scanlon of Corning, Becky (Scanlon) and Scott Begalle of Buffalo, and Chris and Jillian (Dailey) Scanlon of Williamsport, PA. She was the most magical "Grammy" to her 5 grandchildren; Kate Elizabeth Scanlon (9), Jack Crosby Scanlon (4), Will James Scanlon (4), Connor Leo Begalle (4), and Quinn Mae Scanlon (4 months), sisters, Nancy and Tony Bottar of Syracuse and Terry Henderson of Ft. Myers, FL, and many nieces and nephews. Kay was predeceased by her parents, Darrell and Gladys Hamel.
Family and friends are invited to call at Carpenter's Funeral Home 14 E. Pulteney Street Corning, on Monday, July 22, 2019 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. A memorial service celebrating Kay's life will take place at the funeral home on Tuesday at 11:00 am. Burial will take place at Hope Cemetery Annex at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing may make donations to The Potter's Hands Foundation, P.O. Box 1564, Corning, NY 14830.
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Teri & Phil Rhoda
July 23, 2019
I always thought of Kay as such a sweet and gentle soul... our sincere condolences to the entire family. Sending you all love, hugs and prayers.
God bless, Jack. We're thinking of you...
July 22, 2019
Our sincere condolences to the Scanlon family. Terry and Cheryl Lundgren
Michael and Sondra Owdienko
July 21, 2019
Our deepest sympathies to the Scanlon family at this difficult time.
The Staff of Carpenter's Funeral Home
July 21, 2019
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
John DiTondo
July 20, 2019
She was a kind, caring, and generous person. An exceptional teacher. It was a joy and a privilege to work with her.
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