Avon: November 3, 2008 at age 92 at the Conesus Lake Nursing Home. Born June 25, 1916 in Buffalo, NY “a female bull.” Predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Leslie “Slate” Cole; parents Edwin and Edna Bull; sister Virginia Borden and grandson John Stocking.
Survived by her children; Beverly (Thor) Luther of Conesus, Margaret Stocking of Sun City Arizona, Leslie L. Cole Jr. of Livonia. Daughter-in-law Elma “Ron” Reed. Four grandsons; David (Lisa) and Michael (Kathleen) Luther, Matthew (Jen) Cole and Jason (Keri) Cole. Also survived by five great grandchildren including “a new baby girl” the first girl in our family in 64 years! Also many nieces and nephews.
Mother was a proud lifelong Republican – A member of Town of Avon, County, and State Republican Committees. She proudly represented District 5 in Avon for approximately 50 years! Also she was active in the Avon PTA in the 1950’s and 1960’s holding offices at the local and state level. A member for 60 plus years of the Central Presbyterian Church in Avon where she held many positions over the years. Her favorite being the “childrens room” where she helped children Christmas shop for their parents and family. Then there was the “Rebecca Lodge # 492” where she was a proud member for over 50 years and was Nobel Grand several times. There was also the Local and County Home Bureau where she held numerous positions and filled our home with all sorts of crafts from silver trays to sewing screens! Golly, she was busy! She took such pride in all her various interests….each one was her favorite. Mom will be missed.
The family is very grateful for the wonderful and compassionate care given to Gerry by the entire staff at the Conesus Lake Nursing Home.
Friends may call Thursday, November 6, 2008 from 6-9:00pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc, Routes 15 & 20A, 21 Big Tree Street, Livonia, NY. Funeral Services will be held on Friday at 2:00pm at the Central Presbyterian Church in Avon. Burial will take place following at the Avon Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Central Presbyterian Church, 133 Genesee Street, Avon, NY 14414. To send condolences or for further information please visit: wwww.doughertyfuneralhomes.com