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Evelyn Shortsleeve Obituary
GUILDERLAND - Evelyn Leila Shortsleeve died on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at the age of 93. She was born in St. Albans, Queens, N.Y., the only child of the late Eve J. (Unson) Wetzel and Richard E.F. Wetzel, Jr. Evelyn was married for 61 years to Raymond Abram Shortsleeve, who died in 2015. She was also predeceased by their son, Larry, who died in 1975. She is survived by her children, Joseph Shortsleeve, Marie Unson, Sarah Shortsleeve, and Catherine Sager; her four grandchildren, Jennifer Smith, Leila Mosher, Michael and William Sager; her five great-grandchildren, James Bouton Jr., Johanna Velasquez, Xavior and Xandor Mosher, and Christopher Sager.
A graveside service was held privately at Mountain View Cemetery, Castleton, N.Y.
Online condolences may be made at castletonfuneralhome.com
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Susan Cookson
January 27, 2025
Evelyn, I´m glad I got to know you. Thanks for sharing parts of your life with me. My best to your large family, that shows what a rich life you had.
Jack, Lynne, Frank, Judy, Fran and Rich
January 26, 2025
To Evelyns Family!
We are so very sad to hear of Evelyns passing. She was the epitome of a wonderful person and friend. Our times together with her and Ray were truly fun and made lasting memories together and forever.
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