Conesus: Estelle passed peacefully on August 7, 2019 at age 104. She was predeceased by her husband Frank W. Rodman, daughter Joanne Mills, daughter Elaine Gruber and great-grandson Trevor Mathisen. Survived by children; David (Pat) Rodman of Conesus, Barbara Robinson of MD and Linda (Jeff) Exley of NC; 15 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
Estelle was a long time member of St Matthew Catholic Church in Livonia, NY. Married to Frank Rodman in 1938, they celebrated 65 years of marriage shortly before he passed in 2006. They raised 5 children providing a home full of love, laughter and faith.
Estelle witnessed so much in her 104 years and yet continued to keep going strong and inspiring her family flock. Her deep faith provided her with the inner fortitude to endure many trials and tribulations as well as celebrate milestones throughout her life.
Estelle influenced generations of the family clan with her example of daily workouts – riding her stationary bike or hiking up the hill behind the house and even managing some pushups. From encouraging the whole family to visit the lake house they built in the 50s to never missing a birthday card, she kept the family together. The special “cousinhood” between the many grandchildren wouldn’t be so strong without many summers spent together at the lake. At 100 she took her first motorcycle ride and every year she tried something new and exciting just to spice up life and prove that at any age you can do inspiring things!
Family and friends may call on Friday, August 9th, from 4-7pm at (NOTE LOCATION) St. Matthew Catholic Church, 6591 Richmond Mills Road, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY where Estelle’s Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, August 10th, 10:30am. Burial Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Rochester, NY. Memorial contributions may be made in Estelle’s memory to St. Matthew Catholic Church, PO Box 77, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Growing up on the lake with the Hafners and Rodmans right down the street to show us examples of the love was a blessing to the whole neighborhood. So sorry to lose such a wonderful lady
Love
The Boutells
So very sorry She is now in heaven watching over you.
My condolences to the family she was a great woman. RIP you lived a good and long life!
Bob Dasch, Aunt Estelle, You are in Heaven now with your sisters, brothers and children and you leave me with wonderful memories that I will always cherish.
So many wonderful memories of you and your family. I know you will be missed by many. May you Rest in Peace
Rest In Peace my great Aunt! I loved you so much and treasure every moment I had with you. I feel so blessed to have you in my life Especially when my grandma/your sister died in 2006. I treasure the baby blanket you crocheted for Jacob 4 years ago when he was born!! You were an amazing person and Love you very much. REST IN PEACE . Love and miss you already, you were such a blessing to our family and the matriarch for many years since everyone passed before you.
Miss you Aunt Stelle and all the fun times at the “lake”
Sympathy to David, Barb and Linda.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! Estelle was a gift to our St. Matthew family over the years! Her smile, her unconditional love and welcoming spirit , her presence at daily Mass … all gifts she blessed us with!
God Bless , Estelle!
Dave and Mary Jo Dussault
Rest in Peace, sweet Estelle.
Grandma I am going to miss you so very much, I will cherish all the wonderful memories and special chats we had. You are now back with Grandpa . Rest easy Grandma, I love you.
RIP, you were a treasure.