Obituary of Elizabeth M. Chesebro
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Elizabeth M. "Libby" (Morgan) Chesebro, 92, of Clinton, passed away Tuesday, March 24, 2015 at Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare Center, New Hartford. Libby was born February 2, 1923 in Clinton, the daughter of Patrick and Rose (Sheridan) Morgan. She was raised and educated in Clinton, graduating from Clinton Central School, Class of 1940. On March 7, 1945, Libby married Robert J. Chesebro in St. Mary's Church, Clinton, sharing a union of nearly 61 years, until his passing in January of 2006. Libby had been employed in the Clinton School system, working in the business office. She held a similar position with Hamilton College. Libby went on to hold a clerical position with Park Row Pharmacy in Clinton. At one time she, along with her family, ran the Varick Coffee Shop in Utica. Libby was a member of St. Mary's Church, Clinton, the Kirkland Seniors, the Clark Mills American Legion Post #26 Ladies Auxiliary, and the Clinton Historic Society. She enjoyed golfing and was an avid SU Basketball fan. Libby's favorite pastime was socializing with family and friends. Libby is survived by her daughter, Mary Christine Chesebro, Big Moose, NY; three sons and their wives, Kenneth and Mary Beth Chesebro, Las Vegas, NV, Daryl and Linda Chesebro, Clinton, Thomas and Theresa Chesebro, Clinton; nine grandchildren, Jenette, John, Richard, Michael, Gregory, Daniel, Lee Ann, Luke, and Lauren. She is also survived by four great grandchildren and one great great grandson, as well as by many dear friends at the Clinton Manor Apartments. Libby is predeceased by two sisters, Alice Rose Gadbois and Frances Smith. Mrs. Chesebro's funeral will be held on Friday, March 27, 2015 at 10:00 am at St. Mary's Church, Clinton where her Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated. Interment will take place privately in St. Mary's Parish Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Heintz Funeral Home, 10 East Park Row, Clinton, Thursday evening, from 4 - 7 pm. In lieu of flowers, those wishing may donate to COCVAC in Libby's memory. Mrs. Chesebro's family offers a special thank you to Dr. DeTraglia and her staff for the excellent care and compassion shown to Libby while in their care. Also to the nurses and staff of Faxton-St. Luke's Healthcare Center for their care and kindness during her stay.
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Heintz Funeral Service, Inc., Clinton
Thursday, March 26, 2015
12:00 AM
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10 East Park Row
Clinton, NY 13323
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St. Mary's Church, Clinton
Friday, March 27, 2015
10:00 AM
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Marvin Street
Clinton, NY 13323
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Private Interment
St. Mary's Cemetery, Clinton
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St. Mary's Ave.
Clinton, NY 13323
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1923 - 2015
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