Ashley Zackowski Harman, born April 26 1985, went home to be with Jesus March 8, 2025.

She is survived by her husband John W Harman III, her parents, Joseph Zackowski & Starlit Wilkinson, her brother and sister, Daniel Zackowski and Shanda Zackowski Villane, 4 Nieces/1 nephew-Taylor, Davyn, Emma, Amelia & Kierslyn, brother-in-law, Mike Villane, her mother and father-in-law, Susan and John Harman and brother-in-law, multiple aunts, uncles, cousins, as well as so very many friends that she considered family.

She loved her church. She was anxiously awaiting the arrival of her newest niece Aryna. Ashley was a true fighter, tough as nails. She fought her whole life with medical issues.
But through her love of God, her faith, strength, and determination, she never stopped fighting to stay with us for almost 40 years.

She was the glue that held our family together and her spirit will remain to do so. She filled the world with kindness, faced every challenge with courage, and loved with all her heart. Her light will never fade, for she lives on in the love she gave and the lives she touched.

It is with deep sorrow and loving remembrance that we announce the passing of Robert "Bob" Maloney on January 17, 2025, at the age of 68. Bob was a beloved brother, uncle, mentor, coach, and friend, whose warmth, dedication, and passion for life touched the hearts of all who knew him.

Bob's love for his hometown teams- the San Francisco 49ers, Golden State Warriors, and San Francisco Giants- was matched only by his devotion to his family and community. He was a lifelong sports fan whose enthusiasm for the game was contagious. He often shared his excitement with friends and family, bringing joy and camaraderie wherever he went.

Bob was a dedicated educator, spending many years as an elementary school teacher, where he inspired generations of young minds. His patience, kindness, and ability to connect with his students left an indelible mark on their lives. Beyond the classroom, Bob's love for mentoring extended to the baseball field, where he coached youth baseball teams with a heart full of encouragement and guidance. His influence shaped countless young athletes, teaching them not just the fundamentals of the game but also the values of teamwork, respect, and perseverance.

After retiring from teaching, Bob found new ways to remain involved in the world of sports in the city he was so proud of, working as an usher for both the Golden State Warriors and San Francisco Giants. His pride in his role and unwavering support for his teams were evident as he helped fans enjoy the games he loved so much. Bob's family and friends will always remember him for his loving nature, boundless energy, and deep sense of loyalty. He was a brother, uncle, mentor, and friend to so many, and his legacy of love, laughter, and dedication will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.

Marion Madeline Cadarette, 52, of Alpena passed away unexpectedly at her home on Saturday, January 11, 2025, of an apparent heart attack.

Marion was born in Alpena on August 27, 1972, to Henry and Carolyn (Gilbert) Cadarette. Marion will be remembered as outgoing, loving, slow to find fault and the family peacemaker for everyone. Her talent was shown from the time she was a child when at a very young age she stepped forward to starting her life as an entertainer. Along the way she was a caregiver not only to her families’ children but as a nanny to other’s children. She loved music and her friendships span a life of giving her talent. She was co-owner of the Maplewood Tavern, moving back to Alpena after her long fruitful life in Arizona, to help her grandmother Clarise and her dad, Henry, run the family business. During her years in Arizona, she and her mother made their niche in Bluegrass music. She was the artist on several recordings as a solo vocal artist, lending her harmony voice to many more recordings in several genres. Marion made time to support causes that were important to her. She loved and cared for abused and neglected animals, supported adoption from shelters. She took time to entertain at senior living homes. She supported her musician friends. Marion was one of a kind, when God gave her to us, she didn’t come with a calendar. Her life on earth was short, but our love and memories of her will last forever.

Surviving are her mother, Carolyn (Joseph) Szatkowski, sisters, Melissa (Pat) Gapske, Carah (Jeff) Pohl; nieces and nephews, Josh (Chelsea) Gapske, Carise (Matthew) Babcock, Monica Fras, Marissa Pohl; 3 great nieces and nephews, Grace, Carson, Grady; aunts, cousins, numerous other family and friends. Marion was preceded in death by her father, Henry Cadarette.

Wanda Gale Cleveland, age 47, passed away on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025 at Thomas Medical Center in Fairhope, AL due to some health complications following heart surgery.

She was born on Thursday, February 3, 1977 at Keesler Medical Center in Biloxi, MS., to Mr. Wayne and Mrs. Josie Wooten. She is preceded in death by both her paternal and maternal grandparents; her loving father, Wayne Wooten; and her older sister, Tess David. She is survived by her best friend and soulmate of 15 years, Phillip Cleveland; her mother, Josie Wooten; her older sister, Michelle Wooten of Ocean Springs, MS; and her loving in-laws, Sandy and John Gordon, Danny Cleveland and a special brother-in-law, Jared Cleveland, all of Columbia, TN.

Wanda and Philip were joined in holy matrimony on Saturday, August 1, 2009 with close friends and family witnessing true love at its finest. Her love for her husband was undeniable only to be matched as a Pug mom to Otis and Madelynn. Wanda was the example of a true friend that loved everyone at all times and there was never a question about the love and support she exemplified for her friends and family. We all struggle to find our place in life and in this world and Wanda was no different. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi in 2015 with a BSN in Early Childhood Development, Wanda found her true life's calling to be a childcare provider and preschool teacher. She was not just an educator, but also a guiding light used to inspire countless children with her passion for teaching and unwavering support.

In Lieu of flowers, the family requests that all donations be made in her name to the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.

Lena Patricia Pickler of Taylor, Arkansas, passed away at the age of 80 on December 31, 2024. Born April 10, 1944, to parents Wayne and Murrah Pickler, Patricia lived the life she wanted to live with many health struggles along the way. She graduated from Taylor, then Southern State University (SAU), and began teaching. At just a bit over four foot six inches, elementary students, particularly kindergarten, were her perfect match. Hearing problems kept her from being able to teach longer, but she was a very successful teacher. Other passions for her were Arkansas Razorback football, traveling, and her homeless cats that she cared for diligently.
She survived colon cancer three times, a heart attack, broken bones, and other effects relating to Turner Syndrome. She always said her picture should be in the medical books about Turner’s because she had 19 of the symptoms.
Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, many aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is survived by her sister, Paula and husband Larry, of Minden, Louisiana, nephew Heath Hadwin and wife, Leslie, great nephew Jordan, great niece Cooper, and special cousins, Nora Corcoran, Mary Ann Elmore, Lee Ann Moore, Paul Edwyn Griffin, and Sam Griffin.

Brooke Aren Dawdy, 45, of Bastrop, Texas, passed away on November 24, 2024. She devoted her career to early childhood education as a teacher at Head Start in Bastrop, where she impacted countless young lives.

She is survived by her mother, Terry Dawdy, father Danny Dawdy, sister D'Lane Moore, and three beloved nieces, Mayzie, Annsley, and Emry Moore. She is also survived by her grandmother, Lorraine Taylor. Preceding her in death are her paternal grandparents, Mike and Merline Dawdy, and her maternal grandfather, Sims Taylor.

Brooke, a dedicated educator and loving family member, touched many lives through her work and relationships. Her legacy lives on through the children she has taught, the lasting impact made through her service to her church and community, and the light of Christ she displayed to all she encountered.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Turner Syndrome Society or Cen-Tex Family Services.

Betty Ann (Schirlinger) Dauffenbach, age 73 of North Mankato, passed away Tuesday October 29, 2024 at Mayo Clinic Health Systems.

Betty was born November 8, 1950 to Herbert and Stella (Hanslick) Schirlinger in Forest Lake, Minnesota. She graduated from New Ulm High School in 1969. Betty was united in marriage to Joel Dauffenbach on September 25, 1976 at the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New Ulm. Betty worked many years for State Farm and retired from the Pam Harbo agency.

Betty was a member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in North Mankato and the Turner Syndrome Society. Betty and Joe loved to travel.

She is survived by her brother, Bob and Bonnie Schirlinger of New Ulm; many nieces, nephews and friends.
Preceded in death by her parents, husband, Joe on April 25, 2007; sister, Mary Odom and brother, Ron Schirlinger. Blessed be her memory.

Maria Montserrat “Montse” Miranda, 33, of Salt Lake City, UT, but native of Asheville, NC, was born on April 8, 1991 and sadly passed away too soon on September 14, 2024.

Montse was known for always being strong in her faith, friendly and kind to everyone, loving so fiercely and unapologetically and worrying about everyone before herself. Montse never met a stranger, only new friends. You weren’t able to meet Montse without falling in love with her. She was truly loved by so many friends and family who will remember her contagious smile, her quick wit and incredible sense of humor.

Montse graduated from Enka High School in 2010, and then followed up with studies at the University of North Carolina in Asheville and Salt Lake City Community College. She happily worked at the University of Utah Hospital with her loyal colleagues.

Montse was devoted to her family and is survived by her mother, Elba Miranda; sisters and their husbands, Judy Miranda and Elizabeth Summers; brothers and their wives, Humberto Miranda, Ricardo Leon, Luis Leon, Lorenzo Leon and Marco Leon; her nephew, Maddox Reid; along with many aunts, uncles and cousins who will miss her terribly. She enjoyed listening to music, watching her classic shows and movies, spending time with Lemon, her basset hound, and enjoying any time she could with family.

It is with great sadness the family announces the untimely passing of Terri Statham September 13th in Leesburg, FL.

Colleen Jenkins, age 53, of Dawsonville, Georgia passed away peacefully on Friday, July 26, 2024. Colleen was born in Buffalo, New York on September 24, 1970 to David Jenkins and Shelia Klein.

Mobarry, Rebecca "Becky" age 70 of Eden Prairie passed away July 10, 2024, after a 17-year fight with cancer.

Preceded in death by her parents James and Dorothy Wedlund. Becky is survived by husband Keith of 43 years; children Robin (Mark) and Nora (Dillon); grandchild Nari; siblings Jody (Brian), Mark (Suzie), Nan (Steve), Lisa (Mark), Katie (Clayton); nieces and nephews. Becky is also missed by her devoted cat who provided comfort during the last 14 years.

Becky said her greatest achievement was getting married and raising her daughters Robin and Nora. Becky enjoyed simple pleasures: walks, word games, puzzles, mystery novels, regularly sending handwritten letters and cards to friends and family. Becky retired in January 2019 after over 41 years from Hennepin County Library - Outreach serving mobility restricted patrons, a job that she treated as a passion. Keith and family are grateful for the frequent visits by Pastor Anna Helgen.

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Dorothy Jane Baume died at 70 on June 19, 2024. Born with Turner's Syndrome, Dorothy faced continuous health challenges from birth but never allowed them to define her or limit her zest for life she was thoughtful. loving, kind, generous, fun, and funny.

Dorothy grew in Michigan, and earned a BA Valley State University in Michigan, and an MA from Golden Gate University, in California. For more than 30 years, Dorothy worked for the American Red Cross, She served in Germany, Italy, and many locations in the United States. Her final posting was at the organization's headquarters in Washington DC. Upon retiring in 2012, Dorothy moved to Plano, Texas, to be closer to family. There, she channeled her energy into the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States, helping to grow it from a small group of people with shared concerns to a national educational, advocacy, and support organization. In addition to serving on its Board of Directors, Dorothy reached out tirelessly to Support others with Turners ("butterflies") and their families.

Dorothy loved her dogs! She adopted Jasmine, a long-haired dachshund, and together, they became certified as a therapy dog team with The Alliance of Therapy Dogs. Their visits brought comfort to patients, students, and anyone in need of their calming, caring presence. After Jasmine died, another dachshund, Tally, became Dorothy's constant companion.

Dorothy Baume's life was a testament to resilience, compassion, and unwavering positivity. Known for her enthusiasm and dedication, Dorothy forged a wide range of lasting friendships. She leaves a legacy of kindness and a community grateful for her contributions. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Jeniffer Rene Bulick (Francescone), of Green Cove Springs, Florida, passed away suddenly on May 8, 2024, from an unexpected illness. She leaves behind her husband Charles Bulick “Chuck"; parents, Colleen and Scott Rapier; her siblings, Austin Francescone, Ariel Rapier, Lynn Talbott, Robert Rapier, and Brian Rapier.

Jenny spent most of her life living in Columbus Ohio where she was a big Ohio State Buckeye Football fan. After her marriage to Chuck, she discovered her love for Cleveland Guardians baseball and they spent many nights watching games. Jenny spent most of her career working as a receptionist at two different auto dealerships, Mark Walburg Chevrolet (Jack Maxton) in Columbus, Ohio, and her most recent being Auto Nation Ford in Jacksonville, Florida. Jenny earned an associate degree in social work because she loved people and was always the first to step in to help. She was also a Big Sister and loved her work with children.

Jenny found a love for travel that sent her near and far and experienced life to the fullest. She had a profound impact on all the people she knew. She lived her life bringing joy and happiness to all through countless selfless acts of kindness. She was a gift from God.

Grandpa Powell and all who have preceded her, please watch over her and help her find peace. Rest in peace, my love. Your legacy will live through me every day of my life. Please consider donating to the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.

Mia Christine Deisch loving wife of Shaun Baynum, caring daughter of Peggy & Dave Deisch, dear sister of David (Angie), proud aunt of Evan & Abbi, loving daughter-in-law of John & Carol Roberts and Ron & Mary Lou Baynum, dear sister-in-law of Andy, Adam (Tasha) & Brian, granddaughter of the late Fran & John Rensing and Allen & Louise Deisch. Fur Momma of Ziva & Ruger. Also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Passed away April 18, 2024. Resident of Florence, KY, formerly of Bethel, OH. Mia was a graduate of Bethel-Tate High School where she participated in band, marching band and drill team. She also graduated from University of Cincinnati with a BS degree. She was employed by Revecore as a Denial Prevention Claims Analyst.

Mia was a very loved, and special lady. She enjoyed spending time with her husband, Shaun and their two pitties, Ziva and Ruger. Her smile and positive attitude was always present and she shared it with everyone - right up to the end of her battle with breast cancer, then metastatic breast cancer. Her nephew and niece, Evan and Abbi were her pride and joy.

Melissa Gale Bagley, 57, of Marion, North Carolina passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 7, 2024 at Atrium Health Pineville in Charlotte, NC. She was born on December 27, 1966 in Thomasville, AL to the late Ray Davis Bagley and Dorothy (Newton) Dunn. In addition to her parents, Melissa was preceded in death by her niece, Ericka Holt.

Melissa was a lifelong resident of Pine Hill, AL, but had lived in Marion, NC since August, 2022 with her sister, Karen (Jimmy), her great nephew, Harley, and her beloved dog, Maisie.

Melissa was of the Christian faith and was a dedicated longtime member of Pine Hill Methodist Church where she actively served over the years, helping any way she could, especially cooking and baking for special church dinners and decorating the Christmas tree. She was a very tender-hearted and loving daughter, sister, aunt, and friend, who loved celebrating all holidays and never missed a chance to dress up to celebrate. She was also very competitive and loved to play Skip Bo with Jill Lane, her adopted Granna (for hours). She was also an avid Candy Crush player and she was crushing it at level 4,231.

Melissa is survived by her step-father, James Dunn of Pine Hill, AL; three sisters, Karen Lane (Jimmy) of Marion, NC, Tina Holt, and Gina Wood (Steve) of Camden, AL, one brother, Clint Anderson (Karen) of Thomasville, AL; a special cousin, Linda Martin of Dixons Mills, AL; several special nieces, special nephews, and other relatives. Melissa loved her family deeply and was so very proud of each and every one. She never missed an opportunity to tell others about them. Also left to cherish her memory are her special and faithful friends who she loved dearly.

Pallbearers are Jimmy Lane, Harley Fendley, Tyler Capps, Steve Wood, Wayne Pearson, and Justin Capps.

Brenda Faye Latimer, 73, of Thaxton passed away on Sunday, March 31, 2024. She was born on February 22, 1951, to the late George William Latimer and Norma Jean Hawkins Latimer. In addition to her father Brenda was preceded in death by brother, Richard Latimer.

Brenda was a very involved person, she wrote music for comedy skits at church, did stand-up comedy, was involved with little town players. She carried the torch for the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics. Brenda had a B.A. degree from James Madison University, a degree in Biblical Studies from Liberty University. She taught Sunday School at Lighthouse Free Will Baptist Church.

In addition to her mother, Brenda is survived by her brothers, Kenneth Latimer (Joyce), Terry Latimer (Mary Beth); nephews, Kenan Latimer (Tonya), Neal Latimer (Tonya); Niece, Jessie Latimer Barceló; Numerous great nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Kim came into this world a wee fighter at just over 4lbs. that spirit continued throughout her life.
Kim was a person who only wanted to be helpful to her family and her many friends. She valued her friendships and only asked for that in return—and she got it back tenfold.
She loved singing in multiple choruses: The Rock Voices, her Interfaith Chorus, and joined her mother in The Swinging Seniors. She had Turner Syndrome but she made the best of it. In fact, she went to her first Turner convention in Texas this past summer. Where she met wonderful people and had a great time.
She had hidden stores of energy she'd break out when we weren't expecting it!! She danced literally the entire evening of her sister's wedding. Many guests said "She Wins!"
She loved our mother fiercely and cared for her so well. They were "running the circuit," we would say, going from one senior center to another to get all the activities in!

Kim is survived by her mother, Jean, brother, Craig, sister in law Michelle, her dear nephews Alexander and Andrew, her sister Leigh and brother in law Tyler. As well as her cousin and best friend Dawn and lifelong friends Bob and Carolyn. She is predeceased by her father Eric, her beloved cousin Elizabeth, as well as other cherished family members.
Please donate in Kim's name to the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.

Ashleigh Elizabeth Jacot, a resident of Vassar MI, passed away December 28th, 2023 at the age of 35. She was born August 24th, 1988 at Oakwood Hospital in Dearborn, MI to Glenda Jacot and Ronald Waterman Jr.. Ashleigh was a 2008 graduate of Vassar High School and attended Hope Community Church of Frankenmuth.

She loved taking care of the family pets, especially her dog Bella. Ashleigh was a collector of dolls and dollhouses. Her greatest accomplishment was overcoming a congenital heart defect that claims the lives of most children in less than 24 hours of birth. She lived 35 years longer than her doctors expected. She was truly a miracle.

Ashleigh was preceded in death by her older brother Ronald “Ronnie” Waterman III and her grandfathers Donald Jacot and Ronald Waterman Sr. She is survived by her siblings Bethanie (Andre) Rodriguez , Elishia (Sam) Licavoli, Wade (Amanda) Waterman, Bryan (Cassandra) Waterman, Sarah (Michael) O’Brien, her parents Glenda Jacot and Ronald Waterman, and her grandparents Carol Jacot, Diane Jacot, and Judy Waterman.

Donations in Ashleigh's memory may be directed to the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.

Once upon a time in Seattle...
8:56 Am, January 22nd 2014 to be exact! A beautiful Princess was born. Weighing 4 pounds, 9 ounces and measuring 19" long. Cyndi Renee Barto went by many names: Buggy, Ninny and Cyndi Lou Who, were just a few. This tiny wonder was no ordinary princess- oh no! There was just something about her... It was as though sunshine came directly from her. Her beautiful soul seemed so large for such a tiny body. Everyone who met her immediately lost a piece of their heart to her. This little princess was a fierce warrior. Having been born with many obstacles that most would just accept as defeat, Cyndi continuously broke every assumption about her over the years. First, she would never roll over. Well, she did so- and topped that by sitting up on her own as well! Then she would never be able to stand or walk unassisted... Princess Cyndi said, "Bet!" She later attended school and proved to them she didn't need a wheelchair to get around!

Cyndi had the pleasure of growing up around her many cousins who doted on, loved and supported her thoroughly. And she was certainly going to keep up with them as much as she could! Living in a shared household with her loving mother, Sylvana Chapman, sweet little sister Gracie, Auntie/Mama Megan Marie Adamson, Uncle Nyle Adamson and her amazing cousins kept Cyndi active, thriving and of course, Sassy!

Throughout many surgeries Princess Cyndi continued to show us the possibilities if we were just able to keep up with her! Unfortunately, on Christmas day 2023 at 12:48pm, Cyndi's warrior heart could no longer recover from the trauma of surgery and she passed, cuddled up in her mother's embrace with daddy Ryan watching over them. Her soul, going to meet those who have gone before her. There is no doubt that she ran unimpeded and joyfully into her Grandmother and namesakes arms to wait for the rest of us. Until then, watch for her fluttering with the butterflies, and remember to celebrate the winter holidays with some extra lights in her honor. How lucky were we to be a part of Cyndi's life?

Patricia Gilligan Grundman passed away September 24, 2023, at home surrounded by family and friends, at the age of 78.

Wife of David Grundman, married 51 years, mother of Bobby Grundman and Becky Fischer (Todd), grandmother to Alexis and Josh Fischer, and sister to Bill Gilligan (Debra). Also survived by numerous nieces and cousins.

Born in April of 1945 to Jack and Rose Gilligan, she has now joined them on the other side along with grandson Josh. Pat graduated from Santa Rosa High School, received her degree from Sonoma State College (now Sonoma State University) majoring in Spanish and spent many years as a substitute teacher and as an ESL (English as a second language) teacher in schools throughout Sonoma County. Pat liked to socialize with various social circles, host dinners and other social gatherings, do crossword puzzles, and was very good with Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune programs. Also, a very good cook as attested by David having gained 40-pounds during their first year of marriage.

Theresa Childers Longino, age 64, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on April 8, 2023.
Theresa was a life-long resident of Jacksonville. She graduated from Bishop Kinny High School in 1977. Theresa graduated from Florida Junior College's Technical Nursing Program in 1981. She practiced nursing for about 26 years. She graduated in 2000 from the University of Phoenix with honors and a bachelor's degree in nursing. At that time, she was inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society, an honor of which she was truly proud.

Theresa was predeceased by her parents, Harold David Childers and Eleanor Childers; her husband of 17 years, Matthew Longino; her Mother-in-Law, Betty Longino; her Father-in-Law Ray Longino; and her three best friends, Teresa Jones, Bonnie Linko, and Maria Ohmstede. She is survived by her Sister-in-Law, Susan Higgins, and her husband Jeff of Peyton, CO.

Mrs. Sandra B. Germain, age 67, of Concord, departed to her Heavenly home on January 30, 2023.
Sandra attended Mars Hill University where she studied religious education. She went on to graduate from nursing school in 1980. In August of that year, Sandra was wed to Wayne "Matt" Germain. The couple had one son, Seth. The Germain family lived in Asheville, North Carolina for 37 years where Sandra worked as an LPN at the local VA hospital. In December of 2010, Sandra and Matt relocated to Concord, Georgia, where Sandra spent the remainder of her life.
Sandra was a longtime member of Concord United Methodist Church. She loved the Lord and worshipped with her church family. She was a sweet and happy lady. She was also strong-willed and could be feisty when needed. Sandra enjoyed going to the movies with her husband. She was a collector of many treasures, including books, thimbles, and precious moments figurines. Sandra will be remembered by her cheerful spirit and her love for Jesus.
Sandra is survived by her husband of 43 years: Wayne "Matt" Germain of Concord; son: Seth Germain of Washington; parents: Daniel and Margaret Bond of Concord; sister and brother-in-law: Alicia and George Pastiran of Alabama; brother-in-law: Russell Germain of Massachusetts; sister-in-law: Gail Ketchum and her husband Tim of Oklahoma; niece and nephew: Sheena and Hack.

Deborah Linn Shoup, age 58, of Columbia, Maryland, passed away on Thursday, December 15, 2022, surrounded by her family.
Deborah was born in Cheltenham Maryland, in 1964. She was salutatorian of the class of 1982, Bob Reeve High School, Adak, Alaska. She attended the University of Evansville in Indiana and graduated cum laude in 1986 with a B.S in Nursing. She was a member of the Blue Key Honor Society and Sigma Theta Tau, the National Nursing Honor Society.

Deborah worked as a registered nurse for 20 years in neonatal care, intensive care, and obstetrics. She was a former neonatal care manager at Washington Adventist Hospital. She then earned an M.S. in nursing informatics from the University Maryland, and continued work in the medical field. Deborah was an employee of Johns Hopkins Medicine as a nurse and an information technology specialist.

Deborah's Christian faith was lifelong, constant, and central to her being.

Deborah is predeceased by her parents Linn Tyler Shoup and Diana Dauphinee Shoup, and brother-in-law Charles ‘Chuck’ Bias. She is survived by siblings Margaret ‘Peggy’ Bias, Michael and Jennifer Shoup, Laura Shoup; and nieces and nephews Mary and Mark Zoepfl, Brandon White, and Diana Shoup. In memoriam donations may be made to the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.

Amanda Lyn Fuller, 39, Kansas City, Kansas passed away Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at her home.

Amanda was born in Kansas City, Missouri on August 13, 1983 to Tom and Sherry (Ford) McCleary . She grew up in Turner and graduated from Turner High School. She attended Kansas City, Kansas Votech nursing training to become an LPN. Amanda worked as a teacher at La Petite Academy. She married Colin Fuller on September 6, 2008 in Overland Park, Kansas.

Amanda enjoyed traveling, cooking and reading, especially the Bible. She was a fan of professional wrestling and had a passion for butterflies. She loved her cats Julio and Agusto. Amanda took pride in her Scottish-Irish heritage.

Amanda is survived by her parents; husband Colin of the home; brother Tommy McCleary; sister Jennifer (Adam) Heins; grandmother Mildred Ford and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

Donna Kay McDonald passed away at her home on September 26, 2022, after a lengthy illness. She was born on June 28, 1955, in Bartlesville, Oklahoma to C.B. McDonald Jr and Phyllis McDonald. Donna suffered from Turner syndrome, which included cognitive challenges and small stature.
Donna enjoyed a fun and full life. She lived in several group homes as a child and settled back in Bartlesville to live in our mother's condo in the grove with her care givers. Donna loved to swim, fish, birthdays, Braum's ice cream, traveling, working puzzles and staying up late at night. She liked to shop at Dollar Tree and the bookstores. Although she could neither read nor write, she loved books. Her truly favorite things were butterflies. She loved watching them and had them pictured on many of her shirts and other items.
Donna liked everyone. She would ask you when your birthday was and could remember it forever. She could even tell you what day your birthday would be on several years in the future. She worked at the sheltered workshop in Bartlesville for a number of years where she cleaned ceramic items for firing and sorted baby clothes. She loved traveling to Idaho to visit family, go in the jet boat and fish.

Donna was preceded in death by her mother and father; her McDonald and Fisher grandparents; and brother, Charles Burnett McDonald III. She is survived by her sister, Susan Mahan and Susan's husband Jim of Lewiston, Idaho, uncles Mike Mahan(Krista) of Walla Walla, Wa. and David Mahan of Lewiston ID, nieces, Malorie Hinkins, Spokane, WA, Lexie Flinner, Walla Walla, WA. And Nicole Jones of Milwaukee, Wis., sister-in-law, Connie McDonald of Albuquerque, N.M. And Mary McDonald of Bartlesville.

Elaine Marie Ritzert, 62, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away Thursday, June 16, 2022, at St.Vincent Medical Center. Elaine was born in, Evansville, Indiana on February 6, 1960 to William "Bill" John and Anna Marie (Bayer) Ritzert.

Elaine attended St. Theresa grade school where she started to play the organ for mass. She graduated from North High School in 1978 where she was a member of the marching band. Elaine went to Indiana University and finished her master's degree at IUPUI. Elaine found her first job at an adult daycare center in Philadelphia as a music therapist. She worked there for 15 years. She eventually moved back to Evansville and took a job at Good Samaritan as the Activities Director until her death. Faith was very important to Elaine. She was a life-long Catholic and was a current member of St. John the Evangelist in Daylight, Indiana. Elaine was a professed member of Brothers and Sisters of Charity based out of Arkansas where she took the vows of poverty, obedience and charity as a lay person. She was also a member of the Turner Syndrome Society.
Elaine is survived by her mother, Anna Marie (Bayer) Ritzert; brother, Greg Ritzert; sisters, Cathy Ritzert and Jane Mulherin (Mike); nieces and nephews, Janelle, Justin, Michael, John, and Marianna Mulherin; and great-nephew, Maverick. Elaine was preceded in death by her father and brother, John Ritzert.

Dr. Jennifer Beth Mazer, 50, died unexpectedly on February 1, 2022, in Greensboro, North Carolina, after suffering an aortic dissection. She was welcomed into Heaven by her father, Charles, who preceded her in death by almost 20 years.

Beth was born on December 31, 1971, in Lubbock, Texas, but from age 8 months was raised in Texarkana, TX. She attended Texas High, completed a BS in biology at Austin College, and went to medical school at the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio. Born with Turner syndrome, a chromosomal condition, she saw pediatric specialists her entire childhood and aspired to help other kids by becoming a pediatrician herself.

Beth loved to travel and to sing. She was fluent in Spanish. She was a terrible cook but usually happy to help with the dishes. She appreciated the simple things in life: riding waves at the beach, a game of Uno, a walk in her neighborhood, a bowl of Blue Bell ice cream, cuddles on the couch with her kids and her cats. She had a loud and infectious laugh; once she started, you just had to join in. She was incredibly stubborn but claimed to have inherited that from her mom. (It served them both well.) She was a faithful Methodist and prayed for anyone with any burden.

Beth is survived by her husband, Jerry Hooper, and her children, Kayden (11), Katie (11), and Gracie (8) Hooper; her mother, Barbara Hampton; her sister and family, Sarah, Richard, Eli, and Abram Zink; her aunt and uncle, Carol Scott and Christian Pease; and her cousin, Cami Pease.

Age 58. Passed away January 9th, 2022 and preceded in death by father, Jim Brobin; lifelong friend, Sally McCoy; and survived by children, Emily, Nicole, and Max Bonfig; mother, Sandra Brobin; siblings, Colleen Brobin Fox, Chris Brobin, and Jimbo Brobin; many other family members and countless friends. She grew up in New Brighton, MN, and thrived in the swimming and diving community. She was a proud graduate of the University of Minnesota. She lived and raised her children in Maplewood, MN, for 29 years and moved to Oceanside, CA, in September 2020. She enjoyed her days writing, reading, and walking on the beach there. Natalie was driven by love for her friends and family and made a positive impact with each personal connection. She had the heart of a volunteer and leaves a strong legacy of advocacy.

Kimberly Michelle “Kim” Wawrzonek was born on May 19, 1973, in Tulsa, Oklahoma to James Wawrzonek and Susan Elaine (Twist) Wawrzonek. She passed from this life on Tuesday, August 17, 2021, in Tulsa, Oklahoma at the age of 48 years.

Kim was raised and educated in Owasso, Oklahoma and graduated with the Owasso High School Class of 1991. She then went on to attend some classes at Tulsa Junior College. Kim spent most of her working life as a customer service operator with Coca-Cola in Tulsa for over 10 years. She was a faithful member of First Baptist Church in Broken Arrow, where she loved to volunteer as a Pre-School Sunday School teacher and sang in the choir. Kim was also a proud member of the Turner Syndrome Society – Northeast Oklahoma Group. She enjoyed a variety of past times such as traveling with her roommate and spending time with her nieces and nephews. Those she leaves behind who hold many cherished memories include:
Parents; James and Susie Wawrzonek. Sister, Melissa Levesque, Brother, Josh Wawrzonek and wife Kelli
And her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her grandparents.
Donations can be made to the Turner Syndrome Society.

Connie Jo Garland 57, Brownsburg, passed away May 1, 2021.

She received her Bachelor Degree from Indiana University and was a research assistant at IU Health and Riley Hospitals. She was a member of the Avon United Methodist Church and member and past president of the Turner Syndrome Society of the US. Her father Charles Thomas Cox preceded her in death.

Connie was the loving and very proud mother of Martina Sutton, her daughter, whom she personally adopted in Bulgaria. Connie was a member of a very large and loving family. Other survivors include her husband John Garland Jr.; mother Shirley Cox; brother Timothy Cox (wife Suzanne); sister Cathy Babcock (husband Bruce).

Contributions may be made to the Turner Syndrome Society of the US.

Ann Shelton Currie, age 62, of Houston, Texas passed away peacefully on January 4, 2021 at St Luke’s Hospital surrounded by family. Ann was born February 20, 1958 in Houston, Texas and was the daughter of William and Mary Currie.

Raised in Houston, Ann was a graduate of Bellaire High School and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting from Houston Baptist University. She then began a 35 year career with Texaco/Chevron in Accounting that took her to a variety of locations before finally settling in Houston in 1988 to work until her retirement in 2015.

Ann was a devout member of St. Martin’s Episcopal Church where she taught Sunday School for special needs children and participated in many Bible studies.

Ann was predeceased by her mother Mary Shelton Currie. She is survived by her father, William Stanley Currie and her sister, Mary/Mimi Currie Barber (Jim) and brothers, Charles S. Currie (Sue) and Michael M. Currie (Lea). Ann also leaves her nieces and nephews who she loved and was beloved by: Michael Barber (Lauren), Betsy Barber, McLeod Barber, Jennifer Currie, Stephanie Ahmed (Kareem) and Nicholas Scott (Lisa).

Ann’s devotion to her friends will always be remembered. Her love for beagles and all things Snoopy will continue to bring a smile to all who knew her. Her strength and faith in God through many adversities was a great testament to all who knew her. Ann’s family would like to express its sincere thanks to the St. Luke’s Liver Transplant Team and all her other doctors, nurses, and staff whose efforts extended Ann’s life for over a decade.

Cassandra Mae “Cassie” Garrett, 34, beloved Daughter, Sister and Granddaughter, passed peacefully and went to her heavenly home on Friday, December 18, 2020. Cassie was born February 2, 1986, in Oklahoma City to Alferd and Sondra Garrett (Miller).
She grew up attending Tuttle Schools where she was a national championship cheerleader, friend to all , FFA sweetheart and officer. She loved showing pigs that she raised with her daddy. Cassie began her college career at the University of Central Oklahoma and was a member of the Alpha Gamma Delta sorority. While at UCO, Cassie enjoyed participating in the RLCC honors and school pride programs. She transferred to the University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma, and majored in Early Childhood and Deaf Education. With a servant’s heart and a special love for children, the Lord used her gifts in many roles, including teaching preschool and Kindergarten in public and private schools, serving as Children’s Pastor at the House of Restoration, and fulfilling roles in retail and restaurant industries. No matter the role, she was always drawn to serving others.

Cassie had a pure love for her family and especially her German Shepherd "Bear." She had a special relationship with her parents, siblings and extended family. Her nieces and nephews were her world, and she loved them as though they were her own children. She accomplished independence by purchasing her first home and car and loved her work as a server and cashier at Swadley’s BBQ. She always enjoyed the annual Garrett family reunion at Lake Texoma, watching Hallmark movies, spending time with her friends, taking Bear to dog parks, scrapbooking, and serving in the children's ministry. Cassie was also a devoted member of Yukon House of Restoration Church. Cassie was faithful to her Heavenly Father and leaned into her faith in both triumphs and when facing obstacles. As a result of this, she has touched people from around the world in more than 40 countries.

Barbara Ann DeRoo, age 72, passed away at Attic Angel Health Center on October 23, 2020. Barbara was born November 20, 1947 in Muncie, Indiana to Eleanor (Rush) and Robert F. DeRoo. Barbara grew up in Elmhurst, Illinois and graduated from York High School in 1966. She attended Oberlin College before graduating from Northern Illinois University. Barbara worked for over 30 years at the Department of Children and Family Services in Chicago, Illinois. She moved to Madison in 2015, residing at the Attic Angel Health Center for the last five years. Barbara enjoyed reading, classical music and talking with friends. At Attic Angel she participated in all activities and maintained her good humor, kindness and optimism despite her declining health. She particularly enjoyed church services as well as having an Angel volunteer read to her. Barbara was preceded in death by her parents.

She is survived by her brother, R. Lawrence DeRoo and sister-in-law, Patricia Kokotailo of Madison. Barbara is also survived by her cousins whom she was very close to, Rebecca (David) Pritchard of Sumter, SC, Richard (Beth) Rush of Lincoln University, PA, Sarah Rush of Glendale, CA, Mark Rush of Gainesville, FL and Carol Hacker of Pleasant Hill, CA.

Barbara remained very attached to co-workers, friends and church members in Elmhurst and Chicago, as well as friends in the Turner Syndrome Society. Barbara’s optimism and loving nature will be missed by all.

Beloved mother, Faithful daughter, Committed wife, and best friend. Sunday July 5, 2020, our family lost a loving daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and wife. She will be greatly missed by all. Laura Ann Pruett was called home peacefully in her sleep, amongst those that loved her.

Laura met Dean Pruett, her husband of 30 years, at the youth group of Saint Andrews Episcopal church. When they met, Dean was 16 years old, while Laura was 18, and they were still in High School, in Livonia, Michigan. They were married in that same church eight years later. In 1990 She moved with her husband back to Houston Texas were Laura’s parents already resided, to complete her college education. She graduated from the University of Houston’s School of business with a Bachelors degree in Operations Management three years later. She was an officer of Delta Sigma Pi business Fraternity, and vice-President of the Houston chapter of the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.

After completing her education she then took the next six years to foster/and or adopt five children (Mercedes, Bryant, Stacy, Ruby and Tranesha). In 2005, Mercedes Villagas was adopted and became Mercedes Pruett. After Mercedes Adoption, Laura went back to work and worked for 20 years serving as a court clerk for the Harris county criminal courts in Houston Texas. Laura is survived by her Husband Dean, Her Parents Richard and Francis Hamel, Her two sisters Sue and Karen, her brother Rick, her 5 children, and 15 grand children. Donations: Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.

Linda June (Krafcsik) Keely, 64, formerly of Newtown, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on March 29, 2020, as the result of a massive cerebral hemorrhage sustained from a fall. Born on October 24, 1955 in Danbury, CT. Linda grew up in Newtown and attended Bridgeport School of Nursing for one year before moving to Salina, Kansas to finish her nursing degree. Upon graduation from Marymount College, she moved to Kansas City to pursue her profession in nursing which ultimately led to a very fulfilling 37 year career. Linda decided she wanted to be nurse when she was in sixth grade and was a cardiac patient at Yale New Haven Hospital. She was enamored by the work of those attending to her. She retired in 2016 due to a progressive hearing loss.

She was generous to all with monetary funds and/or by donation of her time to volunteer activities, which usually revolved around medical needs of the underserved. Linda had Turner Syndrome (TS) which presented its own set of challenges throughout her life. She managed numerous medical issues, one being hearing loss associated with this condition, with commitment to maintain her health and enjoy a full life. She was very active in the local KC Turner Syndrome chapter and loved attending the national Turner conventions. Linda loved to learn new things and had recently taken sign language classes and clarinet classes. She had taken knitting lessons for many years. She routinely worked out with a trainer to maintain her health, strength, and balance.

Linda married Jon Keely on October 4, 1980. They had no children, but Linda adored her niece and nephew and attended all major events that marked their lives.

Linda was preceded in death by her mother, June Krafcsik, and her younger sister, Debra Krafcsik. She is survived by her husband Jon Keely; her father, Michael Krafcsik of Newtown; sister Laura (William) Koehn of Kansas City.

Our precious daughter and beloved sister, Tammy L. Kozak, 47, formerly of Berkshire, passed into the loving arms of Jesus on February 25, 2020.

Tammy fought her life's battles with grace and faith, her anchor holding firm to the end. She is now free of pain and physical hardships, and her only tears are tears of joy because she sits in her own place at His Table. Tammy will be dearly missed, most especially by her mother, Renee A. (Kovacik) Kozak; brothers, Bill (Jamin) Kozak and John (Stephanie) Kozak; sister, Wendy Riechers; grandmother Catherine Kovacik; nieces and nephews, Eleni and Joshua Riechers; Jordyn and Koa Kozak; Koby, Abby, Charlotte, and Lily Kozak; uncles Tom (Cindy) Kovacik and Alan (Kim) Kovacik; her faithful canine companion, Onyx, who staunchly stood by her; dear friends John and Joan Stoughton; and the Turners Syndrome Society family, including: Robin, Laura, Maureen, Connie, Erica, Emily, Barb, Kathy. She is predeceased by her father John Kozak, her grandfather Tom Kovacik, her sister Katie Kozak, and brother-in-law Tom Riechers.

Tammy loved the butterfly. Perhaps it was the absolute amazement and joy from watching a butterfly, or the reality that butterflies can transform and rise beyond their horizons. It is the perfect picture of Tammy. She was a bright and shining light in life who fought tenaciously and never gave up. She was also a sweetheart full of love and kindness for everyone she encountered. So when thinking of Tammy, think of her as a beautiful butterfly who has spread her wings to fly. Donations may be made to the Turner Syndrome Society.

Marcia Lizabeth Garfinkle, beloved daughter, age 57, born in Canton, Ohio on August 14, 1962, to Elaine (Margolis) and the late Jack Garfinkle, passed away on Monday, October 14, 2019 with her devoted mother by her side. She is a graduate of GlenOak High School and was a loyal employee of the Olive Garden Restaurant for over 31 years. Marcia loved driving her own car around town, loved reading biographies and autobiographies, and watching good movies and was a girl scout for many years. Marcia was a lifetime member of Shaaray Torah Synagogue and attended Sunday School regularly. She shared her joy with friends and strangers through her infectious smile.

She is survived by her Mother Elaine Garfinkle; Aunt, Lt. Colonel Cyrene Ellen Margolis; Uncle Jack Asael; Cousin Sandra Asael; and numerous extended family members and many loyal friends. Preceded in death by grandparents Dora (Adelman) and Clifford Margolis, Mary (Press) and Hyman Garfinkle; great-grandparents Shana Fagel (Kantorowitz) and Isaac Adelman, Lizzy (Albert) and Isadore Margolis; great-great-grandparents Boska and Elia Kantorowitz of Europe; Aunt Rose (Garfinkle) Asael; Cousin Mark Asael.

On Tuesday, July 23, 2019 Sandy Rae Trevino, loving daughter, sister, niece and aunt, passed away peacefully at the age of 42. Sandy was born March 7, 1977 in Lewisville, TX and was raised in Round Rock, TX by her parents Sylvia Bernal and Harold E. Kennemer. She graduated from Round Rock High School. In her short years on this earth, Sandy made many friends.

Sandy is survived by her mother, Sylvia Bernal; step-father, Harold E. Kennemer; sister, Lisa M. Beyer; brother-in-law, Rick Beyer; nephews, Robert R. Trinidad and Nathaniel R. Beyer; aunts, Lydia Bernal and husband Tom Simpson and Becky Butler; uncles, Ramon Bernal, Fred Bernal and wife Sylvia, Daniel Bernal and wife Jamie and Daniel Helker; many cousins and a host of friends who were loved by Sandy and loved her dearly.
Memorial donations in Sandy’s memory can be made to Turner Syndrome Society.

Aubree Renee Fenske was born August 21, 2002 in St. Paul, Minnesota, the daughter of Michael and Karie (Anderson) Fenske.

Aubree attended Eastview High School, 10th grade, in Apple Valley. She was the center of life for her family and everyone she met. Her loving and unmatched energy constantly sprang forth to bless everyone. Aubree had absolute love for everyone and everything. She formed deep relationships that will remain unsurpassed. She had a rare gift of making every single person she encountered feel special and of greatest importance to her. Aubree constantly had a smile on her face and her laughter always brightened everyone’s day. We will sorrowfully miss the purity of this precious soul.

Aubree entered Heaven’s gates into the loving arms of Jesus on Wednesday, June 5, 2019. She awaits to reunite in glory with the family that she left behind, her parents Michael and Karie, and her sisters MyKayla and Lexee, of Apple Valley. Also survived by grandparents Teresa Fenske of Rochester, and Doug and Pam Anderson of Apple Valley; her aunts and uncles and 18 cousins. She was preceded in death by her grandfather Daniel Fenske.

Kenitra Sherrell Allen, 46, of Indianapolis, passed away May 19, 2019.

Karen Sue Abramson, 66, died suddenly on May, 18,2019 following a brief illness.

Karen leaves her mother, Marilyn, sisters Kathy and Alana, nieces and nephews (Cheryl, Jonathon, David, Hannah, and Sydney), several aunts, cousins and many close friends, including members of this congregation. She is preceded in death by her beloved father, Armand.

Karen was born in Louisville, KY and was raised in several locations including New York, Israel, Missouri and finally Ann Arbor, MI. She graduated from Michigan State University with a B.S. in education. She moved to Houston to teach first grade in the Houston public school system where she taught for over 30 years. She was also a long-time Sunday School teacher. Despite her own physical disabilities, Karen spent much of her free time as an avid and enthusiastic volunteer in Jewish social services.

Karen was devoted to the study of Judaism and living a rich Jewish life. Karen loved spending time with family, playing word games, playing cards with friends and other social activities in her living community. Karen inspired her family and friends by her kindness, openness and loving acceptance of everyone who crossed her path.

In lieu of flowers, donations could be made to the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States and to the Cochlear Implant Awareness Foundation.

Samantha Marie Holmes was born on March 16, 1982 in Fort Sill, Oklahoma to Harry (Butch) Holmes and Susan Bert Holmes. Samantha passed away on May 2, 2019. She graduated from MacArthur High School in Lawton, Oklahoma.

She is survived by her father Harry (Butch) Holmes of Edmond, OK; mother Susan Bert Holmes of Oklahoma City, OK; brother David Morris and wife Gaylon of Tuttle, OK; sisters, Michelle Holmes of Apache, OK, and Jessica Goingkeen and husband Arthur of Edmond, OK; Nephews, Joshua Holmes and wife Jordan of Austin, TX, Aaron Holmes and partner Olivia of Oklahoma City, OK, Kederick Holmes of Noble, OK, Jonathan Morris of Spokane, WA; nieces, Alexandria Morris of Norman, OK, Euriah Morris of Moore, OK, Vaylah Goingkeen of Edmond, OK; aunts, Shana Morris and Tasha Hanes, of Noble, OK, and other many loved aunts, uncles, cousins, and great nephews.

Samantha was a member of the Kiowa Tribe. Samantha was a retail associate for Walmart Stores Inc. since February 2002. She excelled in customer service for the cellular wireless department and the photo lab. Samantha had a huge love for photography. She made friends easily and was loved by her work family. Samantha loved animals; especially her sweet dog Sadie Mae and cats Minnie Meow, Gary, and Paige. Samantha was born with Turner Syndrome and defied many odds and potential setbacks, living an extraordinary and full life up to her death. She enjoyed photography, nature, music, Mexican food, The Walking Dead, human rights, Led Zepplin, Lady Gaga, and her family. She was kind, generous, big-hearted, stubborn, and learned early on to stand up for herself. She will be missed dearly but will live on in our hearts forever. Rest easy Sweet Butterfly and fly high with the angels.

Gloria J. Emery, 65, Minot died Sunday March 31, 2019 in a Minot hospital with her family at her side.
Born May 24, 1953 to Vernon and Clarice (Fleming) Haverluck in Minot, ND. She was raised and educated in Minot, graduating in 1971. She was employed at Minot Headstart, the Tempo Department Store and Minot AFB Commissary.
She married Charles Emery on August 20, 1977, in Minot. Daniel, born August 10, 1982, joined the family through adoption on September 29, 1982. During Charles’ military career, they were stationed in Minot until February 1987, when they transferred to the United Kingdom. They returned to Minot in December 1990 and have made it their home ever since. They enjoyed 41 years together.
Gloria was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She loved to travel, especially to Walt Disney World. Gloria loved to spend numerous hours celebrating her love of Christ in a small Bible study group. Her major vice was a love of Starbucks Green Tea and Lemonade – NO Sweetener. She was a ferocious competitor at any board or card game (watch out for the flying cards when she lost!). The Vikings were her team, but caused her angst when they would choke at season’s end. She kept a very organized home and don’t dare mess the perfectly aligned towels. Red pepper flakes were generously applied to almost all foods. You could always find a packet “borrowed” from a pizza place. She thoroughly enjoyed taking her grandchildren to the zoo and sharing her love of animals or just taking an afternoon walk at the zoo with her husband. She “hated” her grandpuppies but would overserve them with cheese slices and Beggin Strips. She could be counted on to have a tin of chocolates in her purse at all times for the grandchildren.
Gloria is survived by her husband, Charles, one son, Daniel (Trisha) Emery and their children, Avrey, Paxtyn, and Madisyn. Bismarck, ND, four brothers; Danny (Marsha) Haverluck, Peoria, AZ, Gordie (Shirley) Haverluck, Surrey, ND, Edward Haverluck, Grand Island, NB, Ernie (Tina) Newman, Logan, ND, four sisters; Mary Mosser, Minot, ND, Sue (Robert) Mosser, Minot, ND, Kim (Jerry) Kuntz, Ely, IA, Jody (Tim) Meckle, Minot, ND and numerous nephews, nieces, great-nephews, and great nieces as well as a couple of great-great neices.
Gloria was preceded in death by her parents.

Debra A. Curry, age 56 of Halfmoon passed away on Thursday, March 28, 2019. Born on October 21, 1962, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Juliette Curry.

Debra earned her law degree from the Western New England College of Law and practiced law in Connecticut for several years before moving back to New York. She spent her career working for New York State for 20 years, and recently retired as a legal assistant for the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities. Debra served as the Legislative Chairman for the American Legion Auxiliary, Mohawk Post 1450, Halfmoon. She was also appointed as the Saratoga County Legislative Chairman. She was very invloved in the St. Edward the Confessor Church community, serving in the choir, lector, and as a greeter. She was the founder and past president of the Turner Syndrome Society of the Capital District.

She is survived by her sister Sandra (Gregory) Mincher, brother David (Lisa) Curry and three nieces and three nephews, three great-nieces and three great-nephews, and her loving dog Reilly.

Donations may be made in her memory to the Turner Syndrome Society.

"In honor of our sister Deb who passed away suddenly early this morning, my brother and I would like to share some of our loving thoughts about her with you. From birth, Deb was born with a genetic chromosomal condition called Turner Syndrome, which presented her with multiple medical challenges. For her entire life she persevered through major surgeries, including kidney reconstruction and severe spinal curvature, and other orthopedic problems. Throughout all of these circumstances, she maintained a positive attitude and overcame many obstacles, never wavering from her ultimate goals in life. She never backed down from a challenge. In spite of her pint-sized stature, her strength was remarkable and a constant inspiration to us and to others who knew her. Where others would have given up long before, Debbie never faltered. After an arduous journey through life, she is at peace and with our loving parents in heaven. God bless you, Deb, and rest in peace. You will forever be in our hearts.”

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Andrea Eden Levey, 51, died Thursday, October 4th at UIHC of complications from an aortic dissection.

Andrea was born June 5, 1967 in Boston, the daughter of Samuel and Linda Madison Levey.

She was a 1985 graduate of West High School. She received her bachelor's degree and a master's degree in special education from the University of Iowa. In 2012, Andrea received a master's degree in literacy from Northern Illinois University. Andrea taught special education in Jacksonville, FL, Kirkland and Rockford, IL, and most recently in Davenport, IA. She began as a junior volunteer at UIHC at age 14 and was recognized for 1000 hours of service.

She was a devoted daughter, sister, aunt, and friend. She was actively involved in the Jewish communities in Rockford and Davenport where she was on multiple committees and taught Hebrew School and Sunday School.

Survivors include her mother, Linda of Iowa City; her twin brother, Eric (Shelly) Levey of Marriottsville, Maryland and their children Amanda and Jake; her sister, Sara (Scott) Weisenberg of Glenview, IL and their children Sidney, Jared, and Evie; special friend, Harvey Melamed; her aunt, Rita Madison and cousins Janice & Allen; and uncle, Daniel Hertz, and cousin David. Andrea was preceded in death by her father; her grandparents Harry & Esther Levey, Jack & Evelyn Madison, as well as her aunt, Dorothea Hertz and her uncle, Norman Madison.

Our daughter left this earthly plane on Wednesday, October 3, 2018 after a lengthy battle with a host of diagnoses. She was born with Turner syndrome, which occurs in one in 2,000 female babies.

She has two brothers, Jason of Winter Park and Gordon from Longwood, and two nieces, Mary and Ellie. One nephew, Marshall, is in the U S Army. She is survived by her father, Leroy LeBlanc of Winter Park and Irene and Bernie Chandler of Mount Dora (mother and stepfather).

Despite her difficulties, she was certified as a Legal Assistant, and trained at the Orlando Vocational Technical School in Costuming and Design. She would have completed her studies as a sewing teacher in one more session.

Her bravery in facing and climbing large obstacles was inspiring to the people who knew her.

While living in Deltona, she served as a Foster Parent for four very lucky children. She moved to Tavares in 2008, and joined her mother as a member of St. Patrick’s Catholic community. In lieu of flowers, we hope you will donate to the Turner Syndrome Society.

Mary Ellen Wait, 61, of Richmond, Texas, passed away on October 3, 2018, in Houston, Texas.

Mary was born on November 3, 1956, to Boyd (Buddy) and Dorothy Knetsar. She married Charles Wait on August 15, 1981. Mary spent much of her life as a homemaker but also worked as a school library aide and a Disney World cast member. Mary was devoted to her family and friends. She found great pleasure in accompanying Charles in his many pursuits and hobbies and through the years they truly became the best of friends. Mary loved volunteering at Frost Elementary and Lunches of Love. She was the epitome of a good neighbor and because of her personality she met very few strangers. Many will miss her loving smile and open heart.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents. She is survived by her husband, Charles; daughter Miranda; sister, Dianne Soehnlein; brothers, Ronald Knetsar and wife Leslie; and James Knetsar; 13 wonderful nieces and nephews and a host of friends around the world.

Donations can be made to the Turner Syndrome Society.

Kellie Blaise Beyer died unexpectedly of aortic dissection on September 24, 2018.

She was 31. Born April 8, 1987, Kellie was the daughter of Marcia and Andrew Anderson. She grew up in Atlanta, GA, where she enjoyed riding and gymnastics. Kellie graduated from Blessed Trinity High School, completed her degree in humanistic studies at St. Mary’s College of Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana. She was employed at Altus for one year, prior to study at St. Mary’s School of Law in San Antonio, earning her jurisprudence in 2013. She worked at the offices of Parent Law, followed by Ecke & Poling and The Beyer Law Firm.Kellie married David Conrad Beyer July 16, 2016 at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in Fort Worth and continued practicing at The Beyer Law Firm in San Antonio, Texas.Moving to Fort Worth in late 2017 where they continued their legal practice. Kellie embraced living in Fort Worth.

As a Provisional member of The Junior League, she was thrilled to meet new people and learn of opportunities to become involved in her “new home town”.She and Conrad enjoyed travel and looked forward to life’s adventures together.Kellie’s sincerity and sparkle touched the lives of many. She was preceded in death by her father, Andrew Anderson, and grandfather, Fran Fosdick.Survivors: Kellie is survived by her devoted husband, Conrad Beyer; her mother, Marcia Anderson; brothers, Hunter and Max; Conrad’s family, David and Sally Beyer, Tom M. Beyer, Troy and Laura (Beyer) Cook; and numerous beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins – including Father Victor Perez, celebrant of their marriage and her funeral mass.

She was born Susan Pell Mixon, April 5, 1943, in Henderson, NC, the daughter of Benjamin Harrell Mixon and Ruth Forsberg Mixon. The family was active in First Methodist Church. After graduating from Henderson High School in 1962, she received an A.A. degree from Louisburg College in 1964, a B.S. degree in Elementary Education from Campbell College in 1966, and an M.A. degree in Library Science from Appalachian State University in 1972. In Goldsboro she worked as a librarian at Wayne Community College for 30+ years. While there, she met and married Eric H. Parris on April 29, 1979. They worked together on HOTLINE, where she once received the Volunteer of the Year Award, and then was honored later in 2002 for 30 years of service. Eric encouraged her to further her work in computerized library science, and she received her second Master of Library Science from North Carolina Central University in 1988. She and Eric enjoyed rock collecting for making jewelry, fellowship with Eric's watchmakers' group, and raising Penny and her puppies.

Susan was involved in the American Red Cross and the Wayne Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. As a member of St. Luke United Methodist Church in Goldsboro, she participated in the choir and the women's prayer group, served as a Sunday School teacher for 20 years and as a Stephen minister, and was a Certified Lay Speaker for the Goldsboro District. When she moved to Raleigh, one of her first considerations was to find a church close by, so it would be an easy drive for her. She discovered North Raleigh United Methodist Church, where she was welcomed into the Fellowship Sunday School Class, and cared for by them and the Carewriters even after she was unable to attend.

Serving others was the goal of Susan's life, whether she was helping a student at the community college, working for a volunteer organization, or assisting friends at the retirement centers where she lived in Goldsboro and Raleigh. While living at Brookdale North Raleigh, she didn't forget that others were serving her, and said, "I know, when I hear a knock at my door, one of my angels will be there."

Sharon Mattison, 55, a resident of Warm Brook Road passed away suddenly May 31, 2018 at her home. Sharon was born in Brattleboro, VT on February 10, 1963 the daughter of James and Gloria Cavanagh.

She attended school in Old Saybrook, CT and Arlington, receiving her Associate Degree from Nasson Business School in Maine. Sharon loved her home and family. She enjoyed fishing, gardening, hunting and a love for the outdoors. Sharon loved all animals, domestic and wild. She rescued and cared for a variety of them. She was a kindred spirit to many lost souls. She loved listening to classic rock, old country and blue grass. She especially loved the Grateful Dead.

Sharon is survived by her husband Timothy Mattison of Arlington whom she married July 24, 1993 in West Arlington, and children: David Selleck and his wife Ashley of Middlebury, VT, Ryan Mattison and her fiance Steve of Poultney, Kimberly Smith and her fiancé Travis of Sandgate. She is also survived by her parents, Gene and Gloria Lauzon of Bennington, brothers, Philip Cavanagh and his wife Ginger and John Cavanagh of Cleveland, TN, Anthony Lauzon and his partner Neil of Burlington, VT, sisters Michelle Cavanagh of Grafton, VT, Allison Cavanagh of Bennington, Tracy Cartwright and her husband Josh of Cleveland, TN and Jennifer Cobb of Port St. John, FL and grandchildren Hannah, Madison, William, Clara and Jensen. She was preceded in death by her father James E. Cavanagh, brother James J. Cavanagh and sister and brother-in-law Danielle and Mike O'Brien.
Donations may be made to The Turner Syndrome Society.

Donna L. Baudier passed away at her home on April 19, 2018 at the age of 69. She is survived by her husband of 44 years, Michael Baudier and her son, Bryan Baudier. She is also survived by her siblings, Coy Landry (Jeri), Lorraine Landry, Wayne Landry (Ronnie), Linda Zerangue (Don), Robyn Landry (Gerhard Assenmacher), and Gregory Landry (Melissa), as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and family members. She is preceded in death by her brothers, Eual Landry Jr. (Betty) and Lowell Landry, and her parents Eual J. Landry Sr. and Caroline Montz Landry. She was a member of the Turner Syndrome Society (TSS), and enjoyed cooking, knitting, and spending time with her family and friends. She will always be remembered for having a smile on her face. In lieu of flowers please make donations to the Turner Syndrome Society

Ashley Anne (McMillan) Roblero, 30, passed away, April 9, 2018, in her home. She was born on February 21, 1988, in Kalamazoo, MI. On March 22, 2013, in South Bend, Ashley married Lusman Roblero.

Ashley is survived by her husband, Lusman; mother and step-father, Carrie and Matt Burns; father and step-mother, Carl and Irina McMillan; brothers, Matthew McMillan, Austin McMillan, and Dawson McMillan; sister and brother-in-law, Dannielle and Alex Lopez; sister, Alicia McMillan; grandparents, Fred and Renee Wolf, Peggy Davis, Catherine Brodsky, and Jim and Merva Zaleski; nieces, Hailey, Chloe, and Brianna; nephews, Stephen, Hunter, and Tate; and Ashley and Lusman’s pets, dogs, Nacho, Lily, and Lola; cats, Dave and Munchkin; parakeet, Blue.

Ashley was proceeded in death by her sister, Angel McMillan and uncle, Tate Switzer.

Passed away April 1, 2018 on Resurrection Sunday. Preceded in death by her parents, Robert Patrick Sheehy and Mae Daniels Sheehy, brother John Patrick Sheehy and nephew Christopher Robert Halle. Survived by sisters Theresa Sheehy, Michelle Halle (Earl), Sharmaine Wittsack (Lyle), Colleen Sheehy (Peter Murphy), brothers Francis and James Sheehy (Leah), sister-in-law Kathleen Sheehy, many loving cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Nythar was a graduate of St. Margaret's Academy and the University of Minnesota. She was a free spirit who faced many challenges in life with indomitable courage, an example to all. She was a poet, musician, singer, dancer and performer. Though small of stature, she knew how to make her voice heard, and she spent a lifetime determinedly fighting for the rights and recognition of the marginalized. She was a force to be reckoned with and the life of every party. She saw light and love in everyone, and delighted in making people laugh. She was known for her glamour and creative dress. She wore many hats, often at the same time. She loved animals and all creatures. Nythar was a pioneer and a visionary and a woman of many accomplishments. Early on, she was instrumental in the fight to eliminate segregation in newspaper want ads that were divided into "Jobs for Men" or "Jobs for Women." Because she had Turner syndrome, she testified at the Minnesota legislature regarding nuclear power and genetic mutations and participated in breakthrough diabetes studies at the University of Minnesota. The DFL party honored her with a special commendation for her volunteerism and activism. She had a strong Catholic faith, but admired other religions and cultures. She was inspired by Native American culture and studied the Ojibwe language. She danced her heart out at powwows. She was a longtime companion to her mother.

Nythar was proud of her ancestral roots harkening back to Ireland's Sheehy Mountains and the "fierce fighters" who came from there. It was a story she told often. She herself was the sweetest Irish rose there ever was.

GIBSON, MAKAYLAH ROSE Ann Arbor, MI age 16, passed on January 28, 2018.

Jenna Thompson Hernandez, 38, of Wilmington, DE died suddenly on Friday, March 23, 2018. Her devoted husband, PJ, was by her side at the time.
Jenna graduated from St. Elizabeth High School in 1998, and she received her Bachelor’s degree and MBA from Goldey-Beacom College.
Jenna worked at Lyons Insurance Company.
She was an avid Philadelphia sports fan and still carried the glow of the Eagles Super Bowl win.
Playing softball was one of Jenna’s passions. She played softball for several different teams over the years, and her teammates loved her competitiveness, her love of the game, and her heart. She was special to all of them. She also played dodgeball and loved to skydive.
Jenna was the light of everywhere she went, and her incredible smile and loving personality will always be remembered by everyone.

Jenna is survived by her beloved husband PJ, her parents John and Kathy Edwards Thompson, her mother-in-law Marion Hernandez, her cousins who were like siblings, and her friends who were like family. Her Aunts and Uncles were as devoted to her as she was to them. Her beloved Pugs, Dagwood and Rowan will miss her dearly. Jenna was predeceased by her maternal Grandparents, Bill and Kitty Edwards, and her paternal Grandparents, Mark & Patience Thompson.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the Turner Syndrome Society of the US. Jenna was part of the DE Valley TS Resource Group.

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Joy Crespi Liebeskind, age 65 of Cheshire entered into rest at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in Manhattan, NY after a long illness. She was the loving wife of Stephen S. Liebeskind. Joy was born on August 12, 1952 in Rockville Centre, NY, daughter of Hope (Leeger) Pinkerton and the late David Crespi.

A caring and devoted mother and wife, Joy was also an advocate for children with special needs and their families. Joy was the Statewide Coordinator for the CT Medical Home Initiative at FAVOR in Wethersfield and previously worked as a grant coordinator for CT Lifespan Respite Coalition.

In addition to her husband, Stephen of Cheshire and her mother, Hope Pinkerton of Yuma, AZ, Joy is survived by her beloved children, Joshua Liebeskind of New Haven and Sarah Liebeskind of Watertown. She is the sister of Tony Crespi and his wife, Cheryl of Meriden, Scott Crespi and his wife, Becky of West Hartford, Wendy Morgan of Yuma, AZ, Louisa Crespi of Tokyo, Japan, and Jodie Silver and her husband, Michael of Las Vegas, NV. Joy also leaves her step-mother, Ruth Crespi of Bloomfield and several cherished nieces and nephews.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Turner Syndrome Society.

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Julia Nicole Lambert, 26, of West Simsbury, CT, beloved daughter of Wayne and Diane Lambert, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2017 due to complications following heart surgery.

Born in Kansas City, MO on Valentine's Day in 1991, Julia was a very kind and compassionate person who cared for many people and also loved all of God's creatures, great and small. She was working toward a career that would allow her to work daily with animals. Julia had volunteered in the past with nature centers, a cat shelter, and recently had been an equestrian exercise rider. Julia was a 2009 graduate of Simsbury High School. She received her Associate in Science degree in 2012 from Tunxis Community College and her Bachelor of Arts in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology in 2015 from the University of Connecticut. Julia loved to care for her animals, play board and video games with her friends and family, was an ardent Yankees fan, and a whiz at Jeopardy and any kind of animal facts. She loved to learn about old world cultures and history, Japanese culture, and Australia and New Zealand. She was an early reader and constantly read a book, taking one with her wherever she went. Julia is survived by her loving parents, her brother, Matthew, maternal grandmother, Lila Boynton Bentley, several aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Memorial donations: The Turner Syndrome Society of the U.S. or to the Connecticut Cat Connection.

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Kristen Marie Hersey, of Rosharon, passed away on Sunday, July 30, 2017 in Houston, Texas at the age of 33.

She was born on January 28, 1984 in Houston to James and Lisa Foote. Kristen was a special gift to the world. She cared for so many people and made friends wherever she went. Kristen dedicated her life to helping others and was always willing to help even when exhausted. Kristen worked as a nurse which was more of a calling than a job, she cherished being able to help others bring life into the world and had pure joy for every baby born.

She loved her children more than anything , taught them to pray and thank God for all of our gifts and made sure they knew how much they are loved. Kristen was preceded in death by her grandfather Gerald Seeberger, grandmother Adela Foote, grandfather Edward Foote, uncle Chris Seeberger, aunt Alicia Cardenas, and cousins Brittany Seeberger, Chase Williamson and Taylor Seeberger. She is survived by her loving husband Shawn, children Isla and Rowan, mother Lisa, father James, Step Father Mark, Mother and Father in law Tammie and Gary, sisters Trina Ouzts and husband Matt and Alli Combs and husband Drew, sister-n-law Kati, nieces and nephews Emma, Liam, Eli, Lily Anne, William, Grady, Layton, Allison, Austin, Abigail and many other loving family and friends.

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Tracy H. Hayes Inman, SC – Tracy Nicole Harvey Hayes, 42, wife of Matthew Hayes, died Saturday, July 1, 2017.

Tracy was born on August 16, 1974 to Becky Johnson Harvey and the late Dale Harvey. She was a graduate of Broome High School, class of 1992. Tracy received her Bachelor’s Degree from the College of Charleston and a Master’s Degree from USC. She was a Teacher at Spartanburg High School and formerly taught at Broome High School for many years.

Tracy will be remembered as a beloved mother, wife, daughter, sister, and educator. In addition to her mother and husband, Tracy is survived by a daughter, Bree Hayes of the home; three sisters, Paige Cook (Chip) of Myrtle Beach, Courtney Nix (Jason) of Jonesville, and Lindsey Voeller (Carey) of Pacolet; nieces and nephews, Taylor Kirby, Emily Cook, Payton Cook, Carter Nix, and Graysen Voeller. She was predeceased by her brother, Joey Harvey.

Cheryl Lynn Foust, 62, of Denton, Texas, passed away on Sunday, June 25, 2017. She was born in Connecticut to Charles and Mary (Reil) Tallman on Sept. 15, 1954. She married Glenn Leroy Foust in Canterbury, CT., in May 1990. She will be laid to rest beside Glenn and her son, Jeremy, who both predeceased her.

Cheryl was a loving sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. She is survived by her mother Mary (Reil) Tallman and sister Beth Kelley of Ramstein, Germany, brother Charles Tallman of Jeffersonton, VA, daughter-in-law Nga Foust and granddaughter Julie Foust of Denton, Texas.

Cheryl attended Dr. Helen Baldwin School in Canterbury, CT., Windham High School in Willimantic, CT., and Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven, CT. She retired in 2009 from the State of Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services where she worked as a Community Clinician and Social Worker. She also served in the United States Army and was honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant.

Cheryl was a founding member and past president of the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States (TSSUS). She will be remembered as a friend and leader among her Turner peers. Fly high, our Monarch Golden Butterfly!!! In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorial contributions be made to the Turner Syndrome Society.

Bobbi Jo Bernau, age 41, was born March 26, 1975, to Allen and Linda Bernau in Kalispell, Montana. BJ passed away March 8, 2017, after a courageous three-year battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family.

Bobbi attended Evergreen school and graduated from Flathead High School in 1993. She continued her studies at FVCC. Bobbi worked as a CNA doing home health care and loved the work she did helping others.

Having Turner Syndrome, Bobbi was an advocate for getting Turner’s recognized for the city and state making February Turner Syndrome Awareness Month. The butterfly is the symbol of hope for girls with Turner and has long since been her inspiration.

Bobbi will be lovingly remembered as an outgoing, cheerful, positive soul. She treasured spending time with family and friends. Bobbi would spend countless hours driving her “AWSMANT” SUBARU around town shopping and finding the best deals! As she was often heard saying, “it was only three dollars!” Spending time at the family cabin on Duck Lake, riding on the Harley with her dad wearing her Captain America stars and stripes helmet, boating, camping, fishing, and going to the movies were some of her favorite activities.

She is proceeded in death by her brother Jeremy, Grandparents George and Irene McClain and Roy Bernau, Aunt Renee Olmstead and Uncle Pat Buls.

She is survived by her parents, brother Jeff (Liz) nephews Blade and Tarek, Grandmother Lavaughn Bernau, Aunts & Uncles; Jeanette (Randy) Feller, Patti (Ken) Bullman, Tom (Charlotte) McClain, Bill (Ruth) McClain, Donna (Ernie) Freebury and numerous cousins, extended family members, and cherished friends which included her Turner’s Syndrome Sisters from around the world.

Please consider a donation to the Turner Syndrome Society or Hospice.

Sharry Mae Stitzell, 61, of Lebanon died Saturday at the Samaritan Lebanon Community Hospital following acute respiratory failure. Sharry was born Jan. 23, 1956, in International Falls, Minnesota. She moved to Oregon as a child, settling in Sweet Home and graduating from Sweet Home High School.

Sharry met Michael Stitzell while working at a resort in Minnesota. They were married on April 21, 1979, in Sweet Home. They resided in Iowa before returning to Oregon, living in Albany before settling in Lebanon.

Sharry was a longtime member of Community Chapel in Sweet Home. Her church family, Bible study groups, and an unwavering trust in our God were of utmost importance to her. She loved children and enjoyed babysitting. She was an avid quilter and enjoyed making many quilts for friends and their children. Sharry also enjoyed working in her vegetable garden and loved to can the fruits of her labor.

She is survived by her husband, Michael; son Chance; father and stepmother Philip and Sheryl Hyatt Sr.; brother Philip Hyatt Jr. and wife Nicki; and sister Dawn Siebold and husband Wayne. She was preceded in death by her mother, Audrey, and brother Tim Hyatt.

Kathy Davis, age 63, passed away on January 3, 2017. Preceded in death by parents John E. Davis and Dorothy J. Davis (Burt), and brothers John and Charles. Survived by brothers, Dick (Val) of Menasha and Paul(friend Connie MacKenzie) of Mountain, sisters, Jane of Bloomington, MN and Mary(Dave)Bueherer of Florida, sister-in-law Bev Davis of Mississippi and many nieces and nephews. Kathy was a fun loving spirit and will be dearly missed.

We lost, Sarah Jane Mize, a beautiful light in our lives, age 19 on Friday, December 16. This came about after a long summer of illness and a final 2 week stay in the CCU at Virginia Beach General ending in Cardiac Arrest due to AOSD (Adult Onset Stills Disease). We did not leave her bedside once and cherish every last moment with her. However we never imagined such an ending could ever happen.

She meant so much to everyone who knew her. She was a beautiful, funny, smart and talented young woman that had her whole life ahead of her. She was a Family Girl through and through. She spent most of her time with her family. She was antisocial media most of the time. She never spent the night with other girls or went to camp. She even got mad at me when she was 6 for “abandoning” her at VCB for half a day. She was homeschooled. She was with us 24/7 99% of here life. She would even go on boring errands with G-ma and mom. Sarah loved all types of music, dancing, singing and acting. She loved all animals and could not pass a pooch without giving it love, The Moon, wolves, nature were close to her heart. She collected Nutcrackers at Christmas, loved the Bohemian style for her wardrobe, collected vinyl records and played them on her turntable. She dreamed of her own home filled with a 70’s style. She had so many books she did not have enough room for them and had read 80% of them. She completely loved her job teaching children about the arts, singing, dancing, and acting. She found out at 14 she medically was unable to have children of her own so her students became “My Kids.” She loved them all and always wanted them to feel important and loved. From a young age to final day she would swing on her childhood swing at night when the moon was out and sing to her hearts content. The Neighbors called her the ‘Swinging Song Bird.’ she for years took private lessons in guitar, piano, song writing and singing. She was as near breaking in to the public with her abilities. She wanted to be. a ‘Star’ Those who knew her knew she was ready. There is not enough room in the world to write how much she meant to us or how much she was loved.

On November 4, 1978, a bright light entered our universe and lit up our world by touching the lives of many people for 38 years. On November 9, 2016, that same bright light left our universe to begin a new life in the Heavenly realm. That bright light is Emily Gibbons, daughter of Patti Gibbons and the late Darby Gibbons.

Emily was born in Greenfield, Massachusetts. She attended Maitland Farm Preschool, Rosewood Elementary School, St. Edward’s School and graduated in 1997 from Vero Beach High School. She was a proud member of Mr. Miller’s award-winning Vero Beach High School Chorus which took her and other students to Austria to sing in the Schubert Festival in the summer of ’97.

Emily began her teaching career with the EOC Head Start Program in Vero Beach where she taught for 9 years receiving awards for perfect attendance and positive attitude. Emily also taught 3rd grade at the Imagine School and was a substitute teacher in the School District of Indian River County. In August of this year, Emily began a new teaching job at St. Peter’s Preparatory Academy in Gifford where she taught 3rd grade. She loved her students and her job and looked forward to each day at St. Peter’s Academy.

Emily’s love for music continued when she joined the Vero Beach Choral Society and performed in Carnegie Hall in NYC. Emily also enjoyed traveling and discovering new places whether it was the Mayan pyramids in Mexico or her annual trip to Epcot to taste her favorite foods and libations in the different countries. Her dream was to visit the British Isles one day to see the homeland of her ancestors.

Aubrey Jo Groover, age 41, passed away Thursday, May 19, 2016 of ovarian cancer in the home of her parents in Chappell Hill, Texas.

Aubrey Jo was born September 27, 1974 in Temple, Texas to parents Kathy Jo (Hervey) and Larry Groover.

Upon receiving a master’s degree in education, she became employed as a Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse for nineteen years. She loved her job and enjoyed working with the babies.

She was a member of Brenham’s First Baptist Church.

Survivors include: her loving parents, Larry and Kathy Groover of Chappell Hill; brothers, Shane Groover of Kennesaw, Georgia, Capt. (USMC) Clayton Groover and wife Holly of Okatie, South Carolina; grandmother, Pat Hervey of Belton; and the light of her life and highlight of her days, niece and nephews Morgan Groover, Everett Groover and Braylon Groover. Also numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family including her best friend Alicia Shamblin and family, Butterfly sisters and her travel buddies. Her grandparents Frank and Catherine Groover and A. C. Hervey preceded her in death.

Aubrey loved to study her Bible, to travel with her friends and indulge her love of children as often as she could. Despite her illness and even during her last days her deep, strong faith in God carried her and gave her much joy.

Stephanie was born on January 12, 1970 to Richard and Sonja Bruton in Downey, California. She was a happy child, despite ongoing health struggles. Her life became even happier when she met Jim. Jim and Stephanie were set up on a blind date in the late 1980's. That date is one of Stephanie's favorite stories: She and her mother stood at the window watching for Jim. After driving up in his big, long, white car, he parked and fixed his hair before coming to the door. That was her first glimpse of Jim. They were married on March 8, 1992. After a series of life difficulties, Jim and Stephanie separated, but that is not the end of their story! God's plan brought them back together and, more importantly, back to Him. They were remarried on August 17, 2013 with Jesus at the center of their lives.

Although Stephanie only had a few best friends, Stephanie's life was an inspiration to countless friends and her sister "butterflies" (others suffering with Turner's Syndrome). Stephanie's faith was a blessing to everyone she encountered. She was a true testament of the grace, love, and restoration available from our God.

Stephanie had fifteen great years at Southwest Airlines. She loved her Arizona Diamondbacks, Arizona Cardinals, Dallas Cowboys, and Dr. Pepper!

Stephanie was preceded in death by her sister, January, two beloved aunts, Connie Harris, Irene Nowlin, and uncle, Bill Nowlin. Stephanie is survived by her husband Jim Hockenhull of Austin, TX, parents Richard and Sonja Bruton of Texarkana, TX, sister Stacey and husband Fred Engstrom of Midland, TX, brother-in-law Michael Hockenhull and wife Anna of Houston, TX, grandmother Katy Raney of Texarkana, AR, Uncle Joe and Aunt Leona Forste, nieces, nephews, great niece, and cousins. Of course, this list would be remiss to not include her fur babies, Katarina and Tatiana.

Bronwyn J. Davies “Winnie” of Eastampton, NJ passed away on November 10, 2015.
Bronwyn was born on February 1, 1955 in Camden, New Jersey to Marilynn (Barr Pearson) and C. William Davies. She grew up in Burlington Twp. and went to BTHS, later attending BCHS, where she graduated in 1973. She continued her education at Stockton State College (currently Stockton University). Winnie loved books and was Principal Library Assistant at the Burlington County Library, where she had worked for 39 years. She was very active in her union, serving as Chief Shop Steward at CWA Local #1036. Her petite stature belied her fierce negotiating skills. Although Wyn was a life-long resident of South Jersey, she was an enthusiastic traveler who especially loved cruises with her family. Her Welsh name led her to visit her grandfather’s hometown in Wales and meet some long-lost cousins. She frequently flew to Costa Rica and many parts of the US to visit relatives and friends. And when they visited New Jersey, she was always eager to be their tour guide. Another passion of Winnie’s was music, especially the Beatles. She took great joy in attending the outdoor concert series at BCL with her family. She was a member of the Unitarian Universalist Church in Cherry Hill, NJ.
Bronwyn is survived by sisters Karen Davies (Mike Terzano) of Costa Rica, Marilynn K. Davies of Arkansas, and Joan Davies (Claudino Agron, Jr.) of Florida. She was a dearly-loved aunt to Kimberli Dennison, Brook Davies, Jesse Davies, Matthew Correll, Marilynn Elaine Davies (William Garcia), George Davies, and Sarah Correll. Winnie had many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins who also mourn her passing. And, of course, her beautiful cat Dora misses her tremendously. Her parents and three siblings predeceased her: William Davies, Barbara Pearson and David Pearson. Donations may be made to the Burlington County Library System Concert Series, the Turner Syndrome Society of the United States , and Paws with a Cause.
“Just when the caterpillar thought the world was over, She became a butterfly.”

RaShawne L. (Good) Friedenson, 37, of Indianapolis, passed away on November 5, 2015.

She was born on June 29, 1978 in Winamac, Indiana to Marvin and Rena Good. RaShawne is survived by her husband, Adam Friedenson, father; Marvin Good, mother; Rena (Dennis) Sturgeon, grandmother; Lyndia Rice, brother; Travis (Mara) Good, nephews; Andrew and William. Uncle; Gordon (Bonnie) Good, Aunts; Alvena (Bob) and Leah (Jack), step-sister; Jolane Sturgeon, stepbrothers; Bill and Matt Sturgeon, in-laws; Larry and Barbara Friedenson, Jason and Doug Friedenson and her faithful companions Libby and Max.

Ashlie Nicole Dansby Duplechin, 33, passed away Sunday, October 11, 2015.

The apple of our eye she never met a stranger. She loved her life and all the children she taught at school. Ashlie was born in Lake Charles and lived here all of her life. She graduated from LaGrange High School and received her teaching degree from McNeese State University. Ashlie taught school at R.W. Vincent and J.J. Johnson. She worked as a phlebotomist and she was a graduate of Stage One. She was a member of the Turner’s Syndrome Society. Ashlie was known to her friends as a fashion diva who loved to shop. She was very devoted to her family and loved them with all of her heart. Ashlie was a loving and devoted wife, daughter, sister and friend.

Survivors include her loving husband, Chris Duplechin; her parents, Tony and Lisa Dansby; brother, Jeremy Dansby; paternal grandparents, Rex and Frances Dansby; maternal grandmother, Wilma Sullivan; and her beloved puppies, Beaux and Biscuit all of Lake Charles. She was preceded in death by her grandfather, Leonard “Slug” Sullivan.

Mrs. Carol S. Walters, 71, of Fairfax, VA died at Fairfax Hospital on Sunday, June 7, 2015.

A native of Greensburg, PA, she was the wife of Charles M. Walters (graduated from Williams High School in 1966), who survives and the daughter of Clyde and Mary Emery Yeskey, both deceased. She was a retired purchaser for the Fairfax County School System Maintenance Department. Carol was a member of Fairfax United Methodist Church and The Red Hat Club.

In addition to her husband of the home, survivors include a son, Stephen Walters of the home; sister, Mary Lou Edenbo and husband George of Pennsylvania; and mother-in-law, Louise B. Walters of Burlington.
Memorials may be made to the Turner Syndrome Society.

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Passed away on April 26, 2015. She was born on February 10, 1958 to James and Nora Powell in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Susan had a passion for music. She worked at SMU for 10 years while studying for her Master’s Degree in Music Education. She was also a member of the Plano Music Teachers Association. She attended Horizon Unitarian Universalist Church.

Susan is survived by her mother, Nora Powell; sister, Penny Powell; and a host of other family and friends. She is preceded by her father James Powell.

Amber was a TSSUS board member at the time of her death. She was looking forward to advocating for the TS community as she had TS herself. She left behind a loving husband and beautiful daughter. (Obituary unavailable)

Sara Nestor, age 42 of London, wife of Joseph Nestor, passed away on Friday, February 27 at UK Medical Center in Lexington. Along with her loving husband, she leaves behind her parents, Michael Cheek & Laura Cogley; one sister, Stephanie Cheek Parks, husband Michael and their children of St. John, Indiana; grandmother, June Cheek; four grandchildren, Joseph, Seth, Hannah and Jay-Lynn Wall, plus a host of other family and friends to mourn her passing. She was preceded in death by one son, Joseph Nestor Jr.

Kristen L. Huge, 44 of Huntley, passed away suddenly on Tuesday evening, February 10, 2015 at Advocate Sherman Hospital in Elgin.

She was born January 28, 1971 in San Diego, California, the daughter of Ernest Carl and Susan (McMillen) Huge. She received a bachelor degree in psychology and spent most of her working career in education, teaching special education and those with special needs. She possessed a servant’s heart and enjoyed giving to others. She enjoyed reading and creative writing, was spiritual and loved theology.

Kristen is survived by her brother, Eric C. Huge of Naperville, her sister, Joan K. Huge of Charlottesville, Virginia, her step-mother, Jo Anne Huge of Huntley and her step-brother, Mark (Julie Nash) Skillicorn of Oak Park, her nieces, Charlotte Anderson, Olivia Nash & Emmaline Skillicorn.

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Linda Tremain-Agnew,
67, of Indianapolis, passed away November 30, 2014. Linda was a graduate of LCHS, attended BSU and retired from Ft. Benjamin Harrison Finance Center after 25 yrs. She was a member of Epworth United Methodist Church and a 50-year. member of Lawrence O.E.S. #384.

Linda is survived by her siblings, James E. and Jesse R. Tremain, Deborah J. Harper and Brenda L. Tremain-Seybert; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to the Turner Syndrome Society.

GEISTER, LOIS ANN Grand Rapids Lois Ann Geister, age 61, of Grand Rapids, passed away Sunday, April 27, 2014.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Earl and Lillian Cypher. She is survived by her husband, Monty; children, Amanda Le'Anne Brunzell, Sarah Heyoung Geister; brothers, Tom Cypher, Richard Cypher, Michael Cypher; grandchildren, Anija, Debra.

Memorial contributions may be made to Calvary Church Children's Ministry or West Michigan Turner Syndrome Society.

Rouillard, Rebecca Ann 56 June 13, 1957 Jan. 04, 2014 Rebecca Ann Rouillard, a resident of Town Center Village retirement community, died unexpectedly on Jan. 4, 2014, at age 56, after a brief hospitalization.

A prolific reader and writer, her first published work was in a "Write Around Portland Anthology" in spring 2009. Her poems were also published in the 2011 and 2012 "Oasis Journals." Rouillard received a bachelor's degree from New England College. She was a VISTA volunteer before attending Western State University School of Law in San Diego. She later earned a master's degree in library science from San Jose State University. She worked at Snake River Correctional Institution in Ontario before retiring in 2006.

Rouillard is survived by her mother, Carol Rouillard Wolff; and stepfather, Bernie Wolff. Her father, Rev. Lawrence Rouillard, died in 1983. She also leaves sisters, Shelley Rouillard of Sacramento, Calif., and Holly Johnson of Sarasota, Fla., and their families; and two stepbrothers and their families.

Joan Marie Stolar, age 74 of Ferndale, Michigan passed away on November 21, 2013 in Sterling Heights, Michigan. She was born on July 30, 1939 in Detroit, Michigan.
Wife of the late Donald Stolar. She is survived by 4 brothers and 4 sisters. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Joan was a longtime and very active member of St. Mary Magdalen Church.

Morgan Daisy Peterson, daughter of Brandon and Michelle Turner Peterson, of Bourbonnais, died at birth Wednesday (July 3, 2013) at Presence St. Mary's Hospital, Kankakee.

Surviving besides her parents, are one sister, Taylor; one brother, Dylan; maternal grandparents, Stephen Sr. and Mary Pat Turner, of Dunlap; and paternal grandparents, Darrell and Davine Peterson, of Bonfield.

Tracy Lee Crawford, 27, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away early Wednesday, June 19, 2013, in Eaton, Ohio.
She was born March 31, 1986, in Baltimore, Maryland, a daughter of Charlene (Thomas) Rothen and the late Donald Crawford, Sr..

In addition to her father, Tracy was preceded in death by her daughter, Adahlyn Dyson, and her grandparents, George and Helen (Matheny) Crawford. She is survived by her son, Ashdon Dyson, of New Madison, Ohio; mother, Charlene (Thomas) Rothen, of Dayton, Ohio; brother, Donald Crawford, of Greenville, Ohio; sister, Tina Thompson, of Inwood, WV; aunt and uncle, Florence and Steve Hoffman, of Greenville, Ohio; special friends, Mike Dyson and Amanda Farley of New Madison, Ohio; cousins, Jason, Justin, and Jessica Hoffman; and many other nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Debra "Debbie" Simon Guidry, 53, a native of Chackbay, LA and resident of Thibodaux, LA went to be with her Savior on May 21, 2013.

She is survived by her husband, Joseph "Joe" Guidry; son, Jonathon Guidry; daughter, Kelli Elizabeth Guidry; grandson, Esaias Borne; mother, Elaine Larrabee Foret and husband, Norris J. Foret Sr.; brother, Ulysse "Joey" Simon and wife Mindy; nieces, Cammie Simon, Taylor, Cierra and Alexis Dorsey; nephew, Bennett Nuccio. Preceded in death by son, Blake Borne; father, Remy J. Simon, Jr.; sisters, Anne Simon Nuccio and Linda and Donna Simon; grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Remy Simon Sr. and Harry and Vivian Clement.

She was a loving wife, daughter, friend and mother of three. She enjoyed her family and volunteering at her church. She worked at Audubon Guest House for ten years. She loved doing Gods work here on earth and now she is enjoying eternal joy with her Heavenly Father. She will be greatly missed.

BARDLE, Julie Ann On Feb 7, 2013, after a courageous battle following heart surgery Julie was called home to be with Jesus.Loving daughter of Randall (Kellie) Bardle and Marilyn (Ronald) Kister, dear sister of Janet Bardle and Travis Cobb; cherished grand-daughter, niece, great-niece and friend to so many. She will be most remembered by her hugs.

Merlene Dee Daly (Niles), formerly a health unit coordinator at Mendocino Coast District Hospital and a deacon at First Presbyterian Church, died Sunday, Jan. 13, 2013 the age of 70 of complications from renal cell carcinoma.
She was born in Sacramento, CA on September 4, 1942 to Merle and Flora (Bateman) Niles. She is survived by her sister, Chris Downing, of Fort Bragg; daughter, Amie Anderson, of Great Falls, Mont.; as well as nieces, nephews, cousins and many people who loved her.

"Princess Leyha Jane Bartels," 6, of Brady, passed away Nov. 30, 2012, at her home after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. "Princess Leyha" lived in the Brady community and was currently a kindergartener in the Brady school system.
Leyha's contagious smile and positive attitude spread to the people around her. She had a love for life that no one had ever seen. She always had compassion for those around her. Lehya's brother Hunter was a large part of her life and she always loved and protected him. She was the leader of her huge group of cousins, and everybody's best friend. She also had a special friend, Randin Hood, a soldier deployed to Afghanistan who "adopted" her.
She is survived by her father, Jason Bartels, of Maxwell; mother, Katie Stewart, of North Platte; brother, Hunter Bartels, of North Platte; grandparents, Sue Spurgin of Brady, Kathy Hoffman of Brady; great-grandmother Velma Jean Brown, of Brady; aunts and uncles Dan and Torrey Stewart, of Curtis, Jeremy and Becky Bartels, of Brady, Jill Miller, of Brady, Angel Hoffman, of Brady, Mark and April Hoffman, of Cozad; and many other family members and friends.
Leyha was preceded in death by her grandfather, Dan Stewart; great-grandparents, LaVonne and Larry Spurgin, Catherine Stewart, and Gerald Brown; great-aunt Sherry Lynn Spurgin; and cousin, Brianna Brown.

Sharon Marie Lattion, 56, passed away on Sunday morning, November 18, 2012 after a brief stay in the hospital.
Sharon graduated from Sonoma State University in 1979 with a Bachelor's degree in Political Science. She followed that with several years of accounting courses at Sonoma State, and became a licensed CPA in 1993. Sharon worked as an accountant for the past 25 years, most recently at Mitchell & Mitchell in a job and with a team she truly enjoyed. Sharon was very active in the Turner Syndrome Society at both the local and national levels, and was a vital and influential mentor for many Turner girls and their families. Sharon leaves behind her loving husband of 27 years Bill, siblings Craig Stair of Katy, Texas, Diane Stair and Carol Stair of San Francisco, and parents Pete and Lorrine Stair of New Canaan, Connecticut. She also leaves a wealth of good memories and a belief by her family and friends that her beautiful spirit continues to shine.

Donations may be made to the Turner Syndrome Society.

KIMBERLY ANNE GAMSON, 41
February 9, 1971 - November 6, 2012
Wonderful woman, and strong supporter for Turner Syndrome awareness, who always lent a warm loving and compassionate heart to family, friends, and TS Sisters worldwide. Contributor to the book "Beauty For Ashes". Survived by husband Steven Gamson . “Fly free and continue watching over us beautiful angel and butterfly”

Angela Merry was a founding member of the Turner Syndrome Support Society [TSSS] her legacy to the TSSS and its members was to help establish the many Turner Syndrome Clinics throughout the UK.

Sue Ann Harrington, of Bellingham, WA, passed away Friday, February 17, 2012 in Bellingham from complications of multiple myeloma. Sue was 55, born on January 8, 1957 in Aberdeen, WA to Thomas B. and Edrie J. (Lundgren) Harrington.
Memorials may be made to the Turner Syndrome Society of the U.S. or the First Christian Church.

Crystal Denise Mullins JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. Crystal Denise Mullins, 31 passed away on Sunday, Nov. 20, 2011, at Johnson City Medical Center.

She was a Teacher for the Dickenson County School system.

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandmother, Phyliss Mullins; great-grandparents, Edd and Lola Mullins; and a great-uncle, John Ed Mullins. She is survived by her mother, Denise Mullins Balthis, of Clintwood, Va.; sisters, Jessica Jane Balthis: of Clintwood, Jerri Renee Potter of Pound, Va.; maternal grandfather, Carl Mullins, Clintwood; four aunts, Rhonda White of Arizona, Cheryll Stanley of Richlands, Deonna "Charlie" McCready and husband, Sam, of Meadowview, Va, Carman Lund and husband, Jason, of Meadowview; two uncles, Steven Mullins of Clintwood and Randall Mullins and wife, Jebra, of Pound,Va.; niece, Madison Ryan Gentry of Pound; and a host of cousins, aunts and uncles.

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Robin Eatherly Chillington, 62, of Terre Haute, died Friday, June 17, 2011, at IU Health North Hospital, Carmel, Ind., from complications of Turner Syndrome.

She was born Aug. 9, 1948, in Huntington Park, Calif., to Robert M. Eatherly and Jean Galvin Eatherly, and grew up in Manhattan Beach.. She graduated from California State University Long Beach in 1970 and spent a year as a Volunteer in Service to America in Arkansas before heading to New York City. There she became one of the first paralegals in the country. Over that career she would work for law firms in New York, Los Angeles, and Washington, DC, managing the paperwork for litigation about the Alaska Pipeline, a major international airplane crash, defense and transportation.

She married Joseph H. Chillington June 4, 1983, and they became the proud parents of Christine Marie Chillington. In September 1993, she moved to Terre Haute after her husband's election as Rector of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church. She immediately became involved in Community Theater of Terre Haute, where she was active for many years both on and off stage. She relished her role in The Cemetery Club, in which she wore the ugliest bridesmaid's dress ever seen on stage, and flying bats for Dracula. In 2010 she retired from the Council on Domestic Abuse (CODA), after serving for many years as its courthouse advocate.. She was proud to be a subject in the Turner Syndrome Genotype-Phenotype Study at the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. Robin was a lifelong Episcopalian. At St. Stephen's she was a lector, choir member, flower arranger and gardener.. Robin is survived by her husband, the Reverend Joseph H. Chillington; daughter, Christine Chillington; sister Susan Eatherly (Lee Gustafson) of Redondo Beach, Calif.; brother, Neal (Gail) Eatherly of Santa Barbara, Calif.; sisters-in-law, Roberta (David) Skelton of Hillsboro, Texas, and Carol Rutter of Stratford-on-Avon, England; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews..

Despite her afflictions, she never stopped helping others or just offering a friendly smile and kind word.
"She had a heart valve that would not open. She had only 30 percent of the lung function me and you would have. When they operated on her the first time they found that blood vessels had bypassed the heart and blood was leaking directly into her lungs," Sobieski said.

People who knew her had no idea what she was going through," he said. "She was just a joyous thing. She never said, ‘I can't do this because I don't feel good.' She was a people person. If you met her and spent two minutes with her, you fell in love with her. Her personality just sucked you in."

Angela was born in Sparr and graduated from North Marion High School. She married Joseph Reichel in 1996, who relocated to Ocala from Pennsylvania to be with her. "We met in October of 1995... in October of 1996 we were married in Ocala," Joseph Reichel said. "I can truly say I married my best friend. We never had a fight. We would have disagreements, but it wasn't in her to get angry or be mean about anything." A devout Jehovah's Witness, Angela, was active in the church, making door-to-door visits frequently.

Reichel is survived by her husband, Joseph, Ocala; parents, Gerald and Angie Sobieski, Ocala; brothers, Robert and Michael Sobieski, Ocala, and Thomas Sobieski, Myrtle Beach, S.C.

O'NEILL, Kimberlee T. Of Melrose, suddenly, May 5, 2011, age 38.

Loving and cherished daughter of John E. O'Neill and Linda M. (Fidalgo) O'Neill of Melrose. Loving sister of Patrick D. O'Neill and his wife Rebecca of W. Hartford, CT and Matthew J. O'Neill of Stillwater, OK. Beloved niece of Lorraine A. Jones of Somerville, Lawrence F. Fidalgo of Winchester, Leslie J. Fidalgo of Quincy, and Mary A. O'Neill of Somerville. Devoted aunt of John P. "Jack" O'Neill, Quinn L. O'Neill and Colin J. O'Neill all of W. Hartford, CT.

Gifts in Kim's memory may be made to the Turner Syndrome Society

Diane Kay Foster, 39, passed from this life to her eternal home on January 25, 2011.

Diane will be dearly missed by her family and all those that had the privilege of truly knowing her.

Diane was employed by Florida State University as a librarian and had worked in the library system for 15 years. Diane was a lifelong resident of Tallahassee and graduated from Leon high school, received a bachelor's degree from FSU and also a Master's degree in library science from FSU. Diane loved genealogy and became very skilled at researching family history for her family as well as others. Diane was a faithful follower of Christ and always strived to keep God first in her life. Despite obstacles in her life, her faith helped her to succeed and keep a positive outlook on life.

Diane is survived by her mother, Linda Foster, her father, Frank Foster, and her brother, Eric Foster (Heather Foster, wife). Diane was adored by her 2 nieces and 1 nephew. They have many wonderful memories of their playful Aunt Diane - from swinging on the monkey bars to having pretend tea parties. Memories of her life will truly be treasured.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honor to Gideons International or the Turner Syndrome Society of the U.S.

Loving Sister & Aunt Age 48 of Oakdale Preceded in death by parents & sisters. Survived by sister, Sharon Danley (Steve); brother, Dewayne; nieces, Jennifer Lowy (Chris), & Stephanie Busswell, & Shelby; nephew Cody; great nieces & nephews, Kyle, Lindsey, Zachary, Kaitlynn, & Lane. She was a loving and caring aunt whose whole life revolved around her nieces and nephews.

MICHELLE M. WILSON of Tomball, TX, passed away on January 10, 2010, following a three-year battle with cancer.

Born in New York on August 24, 1957 to Howard and Terri Wilson, she is survived by her loving family including two brothers James G. Wilson and wife Gail, Michael F. Wilson and wife Erin; one sister Susan Willis and husband Dana. Michelle was the proud "Aunt LiLi" of Hunter Wilson, Ian and Griffen Willis, Kristin and Clint Wilson and Brett Hodges Jr.

TSSUS "Michelle was a dedicated employee and executive director of the Turner Syndrome Society and fierce advocate for the TS community."

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Alinda Kay Yuill, 28, of Knappa, died Saturday, Sept. 5, 2009, in Astoria, of heart-related conditions.
She was born May 10, 1981, in Astoria, to John W. and Ruby R. Keller Yuill.

She was raised in Knappa and graduated from Knappa High School in 2000. She attended Clatsop Community College and received an associate's degree in 2003. Ms. Yuill worked at a variety of jobs, including at Fred Meyer, JC Penney, Dairy Queen and lately at Clatsop Retirement Village. Her hobbies included music and attending concerts, traveling, shopping, walking and exercise. She always enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

In addition to her parents, she is survived by two brothers and a sister-in-law, Bill and Colleen Casper of Knappa and Nathan Yuill of Astoria; a sister and brother-in-law, Christy and Jack Miethe of Knappa; three aunts and uncles, Beverly and Jim Hilferty of Knappa, Cathy Keller of Portland, Ken Yuill of Warrenton and Marietta and Charles Lyons of Pine Bluff, Wyo.; six cousins, Sally Hilferty of Knappa, Stacy Collins and her husband, Derrick, of Klamath Falls, Sam Waisanen and Amanda Jones and her husband, Dan, all of Portland, Greg Yuill of Nehalem and David Yuill of Warrenton; four nieces and nephews, Jaden and Cameron Miethe and Carlie and Karson Casper, all of Knappa; and other nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Turner Syndrome Society of the U.S.

Sarah Anne D’Agata, 13 of Wolcott, our beloved daughter, was born on October 9, 1995 and passed away peacefully on Friday, June 26, 2009 with her Mommy and Daddy by her side.

Sarah was a songbird who enjoyed singing “This Little Light of Mine” and “Old MacDonald Had a Farm” and a budding actress who stole the spotlight in a summer school theatre production in which she proudly played a beautiful bumblebee. She was active and loved being in school. A recent graduate of Waklee Elementary, Sarah happily joined Tyrrell Middle School in Wolcott. She excelled in her Life Skills class with music, gym and cooking being her favorite subjects. Sarah showed unmatched courage as she faced her medical challenges and was always able to find the rainbow beyond the clouds. Sarah was an inspiration to everyone she encountered and impacted countless peoples’ lives with her overwhelming joy and happiness! Our miraculous butterfly, strong and beautiful, has left her cocoon and taken flight- Sarah-Bean, you will always live in our hearts. We love you and miss you dearly!

She leaves to treasure her memory, loving parents, John J. and Diana (Swift) D’Agata of Wolcott; paternal grandfather and grandmother, Ronald and Janet E. D’Agata (Papa and Mamoo); maternal grandmother, Audrey J. Swift (Nanny) of Queensbury, NY; eight aunts and uncles, Michael Swift, David Swift, Daniel Swift, Derek Swift and his wife Lori, Cynthia Swift, Peter Swift and his wife Hedy, Tom D’Agata and his wife Patsy, and David D’Agata and his wife Amy; and nine cousins, Emma, Garrett, Greta, Gustav, Erin, Angela, Olivia, Anthony, and Nicholas. Our precious angel is in Heaven, reunited with her paternal grandmother Mary Lacy D’Agata and her maternal grandfather Clyde Anthony Swift, MD.

Mercurio, Mary Susan Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Monday, June 30, 2008.

Beloved sister of James P. Mercurio (Nancy) of Chevy Chase, MD and the late Karen C. Mercurio, who died in 2003 and was a teacher at Villa Duchesne-Oak Hill School. Mary Susan was known to her many friends and relatives simply as 'Sue'. Sue was 65 years of age and a life-long member of Christ the King Catholic Church in University City. A graduate of Christ the King School and Mercy High School, she supported her parish over the years in many ways. Sue served on the parish council for several years prior to 2008 and for the past few years she was the council's secretary. Sue worked as a quality control specialist for Coin Acceptors, Inc. ('Coinco') in Clayton for the past 25 years.

Memorial contributions may be made to Christ the King Catholic Church or Turner Syndrome Society of the United States.

A teacher, poet, writer, tireless activist and world traveler, Horowitz died March 7, unexpectedly and from unknown causes, in her San Francisco home. She was 44.


Technically, Sarah Rose Horowitz moved slowly, the arthritis in her hip preventing her from walking at even an average pace. And yet: “She moved at the speed of light, she got so much done,” said her mother, Elissa Horowitz. “She was an extraordinary person.” “She was one of most remarkable people I’ve ever known,” said Rabbi Alan Lew. For much of her adult life, Sarah Horowitz lived with impaired hearing and eyesight. But she didn’t let those things stop her from “participating in life to the utmost,” Lew said. “She was just so alive, and never gave an inch to any of those conditions.” Friends and family remember the 4-foot-7 woman as a kind, curious and cheerful person. She was also “wickedly funny,” said younger sister Anne Pilat, with brown eyes that smiled behind wire-rimmed glasses and thick, honey-blonde hair framing her face. Even though she had a hard time finding clothes to fit her small frame, she was always stylish, accessorizing her outfits with colorful scarves, hats and jewelry.

She grew up in Berkeley and graduated from Berkeley High School. After earning creative writing degrees at San Francisco State University and the University of San Francisco, she published numerous poems and short stories in literary journals. She also worked as a freelance writer for S.F. Weekly and the Jewish Bulletin (now j.). She wrote a novel several years ago; her mom hopes to publish it posthumously. Eventually, Horowitz earned another graduate degree, this time in special education from S.F. State, so she could work with autistic children in the San Francisco public schools. “She thought of every person as a full human being, no matter how they were in life,” her mother said. “She was their champion.” But education and the written word accounted for only half of Horowitz’ passion. She was also a crusader for human rights and an observant Jew.

Horowitz is survived by parents Elissa and David Horowitz, sister Anne Pilat and brothers Jonathon Daniel and Benjamin Horowitz.

KELLIE LYNN FERNANDEZ, 28, of The Woodlands went to be with the Lord on February 29, 2008, in Houston, TX. She was born August 4, 1979 in Houston, TX. She is survived by her parents, Debbie and Larry Browne and Tony Fernandez; brother, Kyle Fernandez; grandparents, Henry and Polly Mote, Antonio and Carmen Fernandez; stepbrothers and sisters, Aaron Browne, Aimee Falgout and husband Clint, and Andrea Browne; numerous other relatives and friends.

Kellie graduated from Kingwood High School, class of '98, where she was a member of the Madrigal and the All-State Choir. She was a member of Sweet Assurance Ensemble, the National Charity League, the Continental Singers and the Adult Choir and Praise Team at Crossroads Baptist Church. She graduated from Houston Baptist University and was a 5th-grade teacher at Whispering Pines Elementary School, Humble ISD.

Heather Michelle Eidenmiller Born November 23, 1983 passed from life to life everlasting in the arms of Jesus on December 12, 2006.

She was surrounded by her family and close friends. She is survived by her parents, Louis and Cherlyn; brother, Paul; grandmothers, Virginia and Helen; uncle, David; aunt, Glenna (Jeff) and cousins, Devin (Wendy) and Jared (Nikki).

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BOYCE, LINDA LOU "Lindi" (Age 37)
Died unexpectedly on November 30, 2004. Beloved daughter of Cora Lou Boyce and the late Charles Boyce; loving sister of Lauri (David) Via and Lisa (Steve) Schell; loving aunt to Chris, Steve and Kelli Via, Carli and Andrew Schell; and a host of other relatives and friends. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Children's Hospital or the Turner Syndrome Society.

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ADRIENNE MICHELLE MULLEN, age 23, is now one of God's special angels and has joined her grandmother Betty, in Heaven. Adrienne passed away suddenly early Wednesday morning, April 2nd, doing what she loved best rocking in her chair and listening to her music.

She is survived by her mother Catherine Chism, father Timothy Mullen, brother Brent Mullen and grandparents Gene and Genevieve Chism. She is also survived by numerous uncles, aunts, nieces, nephews and cousins. Adrienne was blessed to have had so many special friends, teachers, doctors and co-workers in her short life. Any life Adrienne touched was changed. She is loved and will be missed by all.
Donations may be made in Adrienne's memory to the Turner Syndrome Society.