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Friday, August 22, 2014
Riverside Park
Factory Street
Brasher Falls, New York, United States
Additional Obit Info
Winthrop- Cathy A. Hance, 63, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on Sunday, August 17, 2014, surrounded by the love of her family. Arrangements are entrusted to the Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop.
Cathy was born on October 21, 1950 in Gouverneur, daughter of Frederick E. and Betty Lou (Trimm) Kyer. She graduated from Clifton- Fine Central School; SUNY at Canton; SUNY at Potsdam and earned her Master's in Education and Fine Arts from St. Lawrence University. She married the love of her life Garnold E. Hance in DeGrasse on July 5, 1975, a marriage of 38 years, filled with mutual respect and love.
Cathy was a retired Art Teacher at Massena Central School, whose students will remember her kindness, skills and warm heart. During her leisure, she pursued quilting, sewing, painting, Mah Jongg, swimming, snowmobiling and motorcycling. She enjoyed her winters in Ormond by the Sea in Florida, finding tranquility in walks along the beach. Cathy rejoiced at her role of wife, mother and Mimi; putting them before herself but with her strong spirit and kind soul, she made the best of a bad situation. She enhanced her faith through her religious study group and passed her blessings on to all she encountered.
She was a member of the American Legion Post #514 Auxiliary, NYS Retired Teachers Association, and shared her love with others through the Gabriel Project.
She is survived by her husband, Garn; two children, Elyse Gardner of Parishville and Travis Hance of Albany; her father and step mother, Frederick and Rosemary Kyer of DeKalb Junction; her siblings, Cheryl and Michael Pitts of Albany and Michael and Lisa Kyer of Ossining; five grandchildren, Chloë Gardner, Kassidy Gardner, Celeste Gardner, Shirah Hance and Cassius Hance; her extended family, Anthony and Evelyn Law of Ormond Beach, Florida; many nieces and nephews. Always close to her heart was the memory of her mother, Betty Lou.
Visitation will be held at the Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop, Thursday 1-3 and 6-8. Her service of Life Celebration will be Friday at 11 am at the St. Regis River Park on Factory Street in Brasher Falls (next to the town offices). Burial will be in Pleasant View Cemetery in Clare.
Flowers are gratefully declined; those wishing to express an act of kindness, please consider donations to Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley, Inc., 6805 US Hwy 11, Potsdam, NY 13676.
Memories and condolences can be shared with her family at www.hammillfh.com.
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Debbie Stowell Harding posted a condolence
Friday, August 22, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. I grew up with Cathy and Cheryl. She always had a smile and sparkling eyes, and a kind word for everyone. I remember sitting on the post office steps with her and enjoyed many happy hours of silly talks about everything from boys to life in general. She helped me through difficult times after my brother passed away. She will be missed. She will be watching over her family.
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Naomi Pitts posted a condolence
Thursday, August 21, 2014
So sorry to hear about Cathy. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. There are really no words that can express what we would really like to hear. Hold your memories close. God Bless... Sincerely, Naomi
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Sharon Tupper posted a condolence
Thursday, August 21, 2014
Dear Garn and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. I know Cathy will be watching over you...your Guardian Angel for eternity. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May Peace and Love bring you through.
Sharon
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Kathy and Doug Bernard posted a condolence
Thursday, August 21, 2014
Garn, Elise, Travis and families,
We were very sorry to hear of Cathy's passing. We will always remember her smile and friendliness whenever we would see her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Kathy and Doug Bernard
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Kathy Sturdee posted a condolence
Thursday, August 21, 2014
I worked with Cathy at Massena High School. What a wonderful person she was. She was always so kind and gracious. Anyone who knew her - was blessed. She was a special person. She always had something nice to say about anyone. She made a difference. I am so sorry about your loss. God got a special angel. Always, Kathy Sturdee
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Jody Raymond posted a condolence
Thursday, August 21, 2014
Garn, There are no words......Such a loving, beautiful woman with a smile that just always seemed to hold a laugh in it. Always gracious, kind, sweet and beautiful. I am so so sorry and saddened. Please know I am thinking and grieving with all of your family. Though I am so far away. My thoughts and deepest deepest sympathy are with all of you.
My Love and Prayers,
Jody Raymond
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Lynn King posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
I am so sorry to here of Cathy's passing. I went to school with Cathy. We graduated in the same class. We had many good times. She was the cutest girl in the class. I believe that God needed another angel in heaven and he picked one of the best. I am sending my condolences to all her family and friends. Take comfort in knowing that she is with God and looking after all of her beloved family.
Sincerely
Mike & Lynn King
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Larry Backus posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
Sorry for the loss to your family. May your memories stay with you. Take care.
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Lenny & Nancy Stowell posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
So sorry for your loss Garnold. We did not know Cathy but you can tell by the glow on her face she was a kind, lovely person. Our prayers are with you and your family.
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annette hance havens posted a condolence
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
thoughts and prayers are with you all. so sorry for your loss
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Roland Wood posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
I was so sadden when I heard this the family has always been close to my heart you all are in my prayers and thoughts God now has a very special angle by his side again so sorry to hear this
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Jean Shene Thiessen posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Cathy and I reconnected briefly on Facebook a couple years ago. in her pictures and posts she looked and sounded so young and happy. It's so hard to believe she is gone. RIP, Cathy!
Jean Shene Thiessen
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Amy Komar Hare posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
I am sorry for your loss. Kind and gentle thoughts to Travis and your family.
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Bonnie Chichester posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Dear Hance Family,
I worked at MCS with Cathy for many years before moving on to another school. I saw her unexpectedly last year and we exchanged a big hug! It was wonderful to see her and very special to know her. Her life touched so many through her teaching and through the person that she was. How blessed we are to have had her touch our lives. God's peace be with all of you.
Sincerely,
Bonnie Chichester
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Tony Law posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Garn and family:
Ev and I would like to offer our condolences to you in this difficult time. Your family has forever been held close to our hearts. Cathy was such a special Wife, Mother, Sister, Grandmother and friend to us. She will be so missed in our life!! Our continuing relationship with you and your family will help to fill that void in all of our lives.
Ev knows that Cathy will always be on the beach with us.
God Bless
Tony and Ev Law
Ormond Beach, FL
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Lynn Taylor David posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Cathy's passing. She was a wonderful person. I remember growing up with her in Fine. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Mary Anne & Bill Seguin posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Garn and family,
So sorry to hear of Cathy's passing. Our prayers are with you.
Mary Anne & Bill
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Steve and Bonnie Marks posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Garn and family, Bonnie and I want to express our deepest condolences at your loss. We always enjoyed chatting with Cathy at the Riverview on Thursday wing night. She will be missed.
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Peter & Jeanie Hance posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Garn sorry to hear about this. Thoughts and Prayers with you and your family. Take Care....
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Jim & Val Jackson posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Garn and family we are so sorry to hear of your loss. She was a lovely lady. We will keep you all in our prayers.
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Dan Koppenhafer and Jane Parmerter posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Dear Garn and Family, our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you now and will continue. Cathy is not gone, simply in a very special place. You will be together again.
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Rod & Karen Cook posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Garn, Travis & Elyse;
Our family extends to you our deepest sympathies. May heartfelt memories comfort you and your family.
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Sharon Lasher posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Cathy was a sweet person and I know you will all miss her. I will be walking in her memory st the Relay For Life in June.
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Tuesday, August 19, 2014
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Jim and Judy Durant posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Garn, Elyse, Travis and family. We are so sorry for Cathy's passing. It leaves a BIG hole in my heart as I'm sure it does yours. She was a special lady and there will never be anyone like her. We had some wonderful times together and those are the memories we will cherish. Her smile and laughter was like no other. Our wild feeds and get together's in Florida will always be memorable. Also, we can't forget the card games. She was always there if I needed anything and that was just her nature. Although she is gone she will always be with us. God Bless you all.
Love you all.
Jim and Judy
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Tuesday, August 19, 2014
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Reg & Norma LaPoint posted a condolence
Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Garn & family, we are sorry to hear of Cathy's passing and her struggle in the last months of her life. We will always remember her gentle smile and warmth to all those she met.
Although we have lost contact over the years, she will stay in our hearts with kind memories and fondness.
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Michael Gagner posted a condolence
Monday, August 18, 2014
To the Hance Family,I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express my heartfelt sympathy, I am so saddened by the loss of Cathy.She loved you all so much,as you all know. I was blessed to have her as a friend and client. How I have enjoyed spending the last thirty years with her. One of the sweetest kindest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing.May God hold you all close and may you never forget the memories! I love you Cathy.
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Mel and Gloria Sweeney posted a condolence
Monday, August 18, 2014
Elyse and girls,
We are so sorry to hear of your Mom and grandmothers passing. Please know that we are thinking of you all, you are in our prayers. Take care,
Mel & Gloria
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Holly Pelzer posted a condolence
Monday, August 18, 2014
Cathy was the best Godmother anyone could gave asked for. I'm glad she was mine. I will always remember the summers I spent with her & my cousins. I will miss her.
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Susan & Mike Arquiett and boys posted a condolence
Monday, August 18, 2014
Garnn, Elyse and family...we are so sorry for your loss. I can say I know how your hearts are aching and we will keep asking why. We just have to be grateful there is no more suffering and keep her memory close to you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
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Pam Lobdell posted a condolence
Monday, August 18, 2014
To Garn and the entire family~ I am so sorry for your loss. Cathy was a great person who I thought the world of. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My heartfelt condolences goes out to you all...God bless.
RIP Cathy...
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Connie Jo Pelzer posted a condolence
Monday, August 18, 2014
Garn, Cheryl and Mike and all your families...If my heart is broken by the loss of my dear cousin Cathy I can't imagine what you all are going thru...I am forever grateful I got to see her before God called her home...I have so many memories of my summers w/ her and the Kyers they would fill a book...When I chose Cathy to be Holly's godmother I could not have made a better choice...Cathy will always be in our hearts...May God bless you all...Love Connie Jo and Ronnie
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Kathy Dodge posted a condolence
Monday, August 18, 2014
I taught English at Massena High School with Cathy. I will always remember her smile and kind view of the world. I recall how proud she was of her family and happy about time she spent with each of you. I am so sorry for your loss
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Audrey J. Hall posted a condolence
Monday, August 18, 2014
We are so saddened to hear of Cathy's passing. She will always be very special to us. What a BEAUTIFUL and SPECIAL LADY she grow up to be. Your whole family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. HUGS to eveyone, we miss all of you. Daryl and Audrey Hall
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Ralph E. Morse posted a condolence
Monday, August 18, 2014
So sorry for your loss Garnold. It seems like yesterday that you and Cathy were dating. May God bless you and keep you and your family in your hour of need.
Ralph & Deb Morse
Carrollton, Va.
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Michael/Helen (Millares) Jock posted a condolence
Monday, August 18, 2014
Garn, Elyse, Travis and Family,
My thoughts, prayers, and heart are with you at this time of loss. Cathy was always so very special to me and it was
a pleasure to be around everyone. The memories are to be treasured forever. God Bless and Godspeed Cathy. I Love
You!!!
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MB Partlow posted a condolence
Monday, August 18, 2014
Garn, Elyse and Travis,
I'm so sorry for your loss. There just aren't any words in a situation like this.
In all my memories of Cathy, she eithr has a smile on her face or she's laughing. Her spirit and her grace will live on in everyone who remembers her.
We will keep you all in our thoughts.
MB and Joe
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Michele (Law) Hein posted a condolence
Monday, August 18, 2014
Garn, Travis & Elyse,
Your wife/mom was such a special woman. My heart is breaking as I write this from Minnesota. Mom and Dad are on their way from Florida. I will be thinking of you all every minute this week and will pray for healing for your whole family. I love you Garn and oh how I loved Cathy. I'm sorry I can't be there. God's blessing's on the service and each of you.
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Monday, August 18, 2014
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My favorite three women in the world....My mom, my only daughter and Cathy. I'm gonna miss you!
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Monday, August 18, 2014
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Garn and Cathy will always be a couple that my husband Jerry and I look up to. From the time Cathy put me on the school bus when I was 5 to the day she taught my daughter the art of drawing 3-point perspective, to our last time together in Florida in March, I've loved you so and always will. Thank you sis.
