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Doris G. Wheaton
May 21, 1929 ~ May 11, 2016 (age 86) 86 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Sharen Gendebien
May 20, 2016 2:21 PM
I was privileged to have Doris in my Spanish class at Wadhams Hall Seminary. Her enthusiasm was a positive influence on the seminarians and I recall she was the star of the class. She was a vibrant and kind woman, in addition to being a strong, dedicated leader in the community. I hope the many fond memories of Doris will be a comfort to her family.
Message from Ruth Sweeney
May 19, 2016 7:55 PM
Dear Katy, John and Paul, I have so many fond memories of your mom. Although I was a terrible piano player, I did love my lessons with your mom. We had so much fun at family parties-your mom had the best laugh! I miss seeing all of you and hope that we can reconnect. Sending love and prayers your way. Ruth
A candle was lit by Megan Alekson
on May 19, 2016 7:16 PM
Message from Megan Merry (Davis) Alekson
May 19, 2016 7:13 PM
Katie, John and Paul, I am sorry to hear of Aunt Doris passing. She is now at peace and no longer suffering. Know that she was beloved to many people. She had the best sense of humor! I remember the family parties that your parents or my Grandma (Aunt Elaine) hosted, there was always lots of laughter. I learned at an early age from Grandma and Aunt Doris to laugh and laugh often! I am sure the family good times will continue now that they are all reunited. You are all in my prayers.
Message from Bryan and Joan Felitto
May 19, 2016 7:01 AM
Our deepest sympathy,your mother simply was an icon in this town.I had the pleasure of working with her for two decades on the hospital board and we both served with Doris on the PTA board. She was a wonderful advocate for the community,blessed with a keen intellect, an incredible grasp of the language that always made us unsramble the professional alhabet soup.of acronyms we all use in the business..and she did so witj humor and grace. She is missed !
Message from Tobi Goldberg
May 16, 2016 1:34 PM
Dear Katie, John, Paul and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was a wonderful neighbor, teacher and member of the community. I fondly remember those early days of piano lessons - she made it interesting, fun and always a challenge. She was also one of the outstanding members of the village who helped to raise us. Most recently, despite her own challenges, she made it a point to come to my father's memorial service. She's been a pillar in the community that will be greatly missed. My thoughts and deepest sympathy go out to all of you.
Sincerely,
Tobi Goldberg
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was a wonderful neighbor, teacher and member of the community. I fondly remember those early days of piano lessons - she made it interesting, fun and always a challenge. She was also one of the outstanding members of the village who helped to raise us. Most recently, despite her own challenges, she made it a point to come to my father's memorial service. She's been a pillar in the community that will be greatly missed. My thoughts and deepest sympathy go out to all of you.
Sincerely,
Tobi Goldberg
Message from Wendy Mitchell Starkweather
May 15, 2016 11:35 PM
Dear Paul, Katie and John - I was very saddened to learn on Friday of your mother's death and am sending you all heartfelt hugs of condolence. I always looked forward to seeing, or at least talking with your Mom in July when I came east to get my St. Lawrence River "fix" with my brother and his family. We would catch up on mutual friends and share memories of past times with "Uncle Harry", my parents, Bud and Betty, and my Aunt Charlotte. We'd reminisce about times on the Menkel's island and singing in the church choir. And she'd always ask after my son, Ethan, and husband Peter and share her news about all of you. We always had a lovely time. I will miss her. With loving thoughts, Wendy
Message from Angus MacQueen
May 15, 2016 11:24 AM
Thoughts and prayers to the Wheaton family. Doris was a wonderful lady.
Message from Pattie and Joe Rymer
May 15, 2016 9:58 AM
John, Katy, and Paul, you know my heart is sad at the loss of your mom and my aunt Dodie. She was a special lady with the best sense of humor! I loved her very much and miss her. Joe and I send you all love, prayers, and our deepest sympathy.
Message from Judy Gibson
May 14, 2016 8:59 PM
I recall fondly the days when Doris and I shared board responsibilities at WPBS and the St. Lawrence County Historical Association. She was a truly good citizen, working tirelessly, creatively, and enthusiastically for causes and organizations she cared about. Beyond that, though, she was great fun and a good friend. I loved her honesty, her wit and wisdom, and even her frugality. I shall miss her.
Message from Doris Nugent from hospice
May 14, 2016 8:48 PM
Thank you for letting me take care of such I lovely lady, John you are terrific not many people are able to do what you have done especially sons. My thoughts and prayers and with you and your entire family.
Message from Solange Wiest
May 14, 2016 10:44 AM
Dear Katie, John, Paul and family,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother, Doris.
She will be remembered as a great lady with multiple talents and a good sense of humor.
She will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Solange Wiest
I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother, Doris.
She will be remembered as a great lady with multiple talents and a good sense of humor.
She will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Solange Wiest
Message from Judith Derenberger
May 13, 2016 10:04 PM
I remember with deep affection Doris and the joy she brought into my childhood home. As a friend of my sister Willie whenever she would visit us music and happiness filled the air. I treasured her company, laughter and kindness.
Message from Rena Goldberg
May 13, 2016 8:35 PM
Dear Katie, John and Paul,
Please accept my deepest sympathy of your mother's passing. I just head of it this evening. I am so sorry. She was a special lady and will be missed.
Please accept my deepest sympathy of your mother's passing. I just head of it this evening. I am so sorry. She was a special lady and will be missed.
Message from Vicki Washburn
May 13, 2016 8:02 PM
Dear Katie, John and Paul,
I was so very sorry to learn of the passing of your mom. She was a real mentor to me and a wonderful piano teacher. She encouraged me to pursue a music degree and helped prepare me for my auditions. I did get my degree and taught elementary classroom music for forty years. I will always remember her encouraging words, her sense of humor and her laugh! I continued to hear from her every Christmas and looked forward to seeing her when I was home for a visit. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in the days ahead.
I was so very sorry to learn of the passing of your mom. She was a real mentor to me and a wonderful piano teacher. She encouraged me to pursue a music degree and helped prepare me for my auditions. I did get my degree and taught elementary classroom music for forty years. I will always remember her encouraging words, her sense of humor and her laugh! I continued to hear from her every Christmas and looked forward to seeing her when I was home for a visit. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in the days ahead.
Message from Robin (Yager) Collins
May 13, 2016 2:26 PM
Katy, John, Paul! My heart goes out to you all my childhood friends. So many memories of your Mom (and Dad) on the St Lawrence! Good memories. Good times. She will be missed.
Message from Cam (Yager) Viall
May 13, 2016 2:24 PM
She was a wonderful friend and will be missed. I have many memories being neighbors on the St Lawrence River at Point Comfort and co members of the Alpha Study Club.
Message from Mark House
May 13, 2016 11:52 AM
To the family of Mrs. Wheaton, I am so sorry for your loss. I feel honored to have gotten to known Mrs. Wheaton these past few years. I admired her strength, straight forward honesty, and great sense of humor. The world is a little sadder place without out her here.
With respect and admiration, Mark House
With respect and admiration, Mark House
Message from Martha Shaver
May 13, 2016 6:58 AM
I am so sorry for your loss.
Message from Patti Mahoney
May 12, 2016 9:14 PM
Dear Katie, John and Paul and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your mother Doris was an exceptional leader in the community and a wonderful neighbor and friend. She was always gracious, intelligent and engaged in her endeavors. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We will greatly miss her!
With deepest sympathy,
Patti Mahoney and family
We are so sorry for your loss. Your mother Doris was an exceptional leader in the community and a wonderful neighbor and friend. She was always gracious, intelligent and engaged in her endeavors. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We will greatly miss her!
With deepest sympathy,
Patti Mahoney and family
Message from Janis and Dick Borgia
May 12, 2016 9:40 AM
I knew Doris from the CHMC Foundation Board. She was vocal, compassionate, informed and always knowing what the community wanted for their hospital. I made sure she had grapes and Fritos for her lunch at the Board meetings. I always considered her the Grand Dame of Ogdensburg. She was quite the lady and I will miss her. Now she and Harry are holding hands in Heaven. Blessings to her.
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