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Lois Jean Girardi

1928 - 2014

BORN

1928

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Olthof Funeral Home - Elmira

1050 Pennsylvania Ave.

Elmira, New York

Lois Girardi Obituary

Was born December 21, 1928 in Elmira, NY the daughter of the late Samuel Mariner and Ann (Ross) Mathews, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 17, 2014 at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. She is survived by her loving children: Michael (Candice) Girardi of Pine City, NY; Barbara Girardi of Elmira, NY; Bruce (Ilene) Girardi of Pine City, NY; Douglas Girardi of Big Flats, NY; Russell (Deborah) Girardi of Elmira, NY; Jill (Randy) Pack of Elmira, NY; grandchildren: Michael Girardi, Melissa (William) Jankowski, Sara (Michael) Johnston, Andrew Girardi, Katie Girardi, Bryce Girardi, Taylor Girardi, Jason Girardi, Brian Girardi, Geoff Pack and Samuel Pack; great grandchildren: Daniel, Cierra, Elizabeth, Ellie, Brook, Brady, Mikey, Rylee, Aubree, Roman and Audrie; great great grandson, Carter; sisters: Marilyn Barber of Tampa, FL; Florence Bowes of Elmira, NY; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Her beloved husband of 44 years, Carmen A. Girardi, mother and father-in-law, Lucian and Laura Girardi, brother-in-laws, Philip Barber and Charles Bowes predeceased her. Lois retired from Sears and Roebuck Co. after many dedicated years of working in the Credit Department. She was an expert at sewing, knitting, crocheting and needle point and was an excellent homemaker and cook. She loved her pets and always had two dogs and two cats. Lois was an avid bowler and was proud of her gardening and canning. Family and friends are invited to gather at the Olthof Funeral Home, Inc. 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. Elmira/Southport, NY on Tuesday, January 21, 2014 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM and on Wednesday, January 22nd from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. A Prayer Service celebrating her life will follow the visitation at 11 AM. Reverend Walter Wainwright Deacon will officiate. Interment will follow in St. Peter & Paul's Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her beloved Carmen. Memorial donations may be directed to the SPCA or Alzheimer's Association. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Lois's guestbook may be signed in obituaries at www.olthof.com
Thank You
The Girardi family wishes to express their sincere appreciation and gratitude to all of Lois's caretakers, especially Deb May and the entire 5th floor and staff at the Chemung County Nursing Facility for the compassion and care they gave to their mom, Lois.
Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 21, 2014.

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February 11, 2014

Still thinking of you every day.

January 27, 2014

My heartfelt sympathy to the entire Girardi and Mathews families. Lois was a great lady and so passionate toward people and animals. She is back together now with Carmen, the love of her life and all those animals she spoiled.
Donna Barton Moody

January 25, 2014

Russ, Deb, and Bruce our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jeff and Sue Dunn

marcia carr

January 23, 2014

To Lois's family so sorry to hear about your mom .I worked with her at Sears she was was a great lady she will be missed.i had a lot of fun working with her prayers and thoughts are with you all

January 22, 2014

Russ and Family
May your heart find healing in cherished memories. Sharing in your sorrow.
John and Sandy Youngstrom

Danielle & Angel Martinez

January 22, 2014

Doug,
You & your family are in our Prayers.

Carrie Cady

January 21, 2014

So sorry for your loss.

Sue

January 21, 2014

Barb,
I am so sorry for your loss. I feel your pain. I still can't believe my mom is gone 3 months already. My prayers are with you and your family.

January 21, 2014

Barb,
Sorry to hear about your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Harf & Reenie

Marilyn Barber

January 21, 2014

Remembering all the wonderful camping trips & parties. We had such wonderful times with you and Carmen. Memories of you to last forever. Love , your sister Marilyn

Donna Telech

January 21, 2014

I'm sorry to hear of your mom's passing. My thoughts are with you. Remember all the best times you have with her.

Sarah Zahorian

January 21, 2014

Barb, Katie, and family - so sorry to hear of your loss. I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless,

Ted and Debbie Pipe

January 21, 2014

Jill,Randy,Geoff,Sam,
Even though I am not there with you I send you all a great big hug. I know losing someone so special is so hard but there is no more suffering..God will bring another Angel to heaven and he will wrap his loving healing arms around each one of you and your family to help you through this time..we love you and are praying for you all..

January 20, 2014

Salute, to the wonderful Mom with the wonderful sense of humor. I for one am Honored to have been a part of her life as I grew up in the Neighborhood. She was the best. The Christofaro Family

David Fero

January 20, 2014

Mike,Barb,Bruce,Doug,Rusty,Jill and Family. Thoughts and prayers for each and everyone of my special neighbors growing up. Your Mom was a very special person to our family as well and will always remember the happy memories growing up next door to The Girardis. Lois will be sadly and deeply missed

January 20, 2014

Dear Girardi Family, We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. She was a wonderful lady. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Peace, Bob and Brigid Struble

January 20, 2014

Barb,
Thinking of you & your family.
Shona Freeman

Suzette Ector

January 20, 2014

You will be missed Aunt Lois, love you!

Mena Raub

January 20, 2014

Mike, Barb, Bruce, Doug, Rusty and Jill - prayers for all of you and you will be in my thoughts constantly. I love you all. I loved your mother like a sister and when I needed advice for the kids, home, marriage or whatever - Lois always had the right answer. I will miss her smile, sense of humor and, most of all, her! Lois,give my brother a big hug for me and tell him I love him and miss him. I love you all. I hope you know you can call me for anything.

Kim Gilly

January 20, 2014

Barb, I'm very sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers.

George Riseborough

January 20, 2014

Fond memories of working with Lois. George

Annie Ryan

January 20, 2014

Barb, you and your family are in my prayers.

Wendy Hugg

January 20, 2014

Barb and Katie and Family,
So very sorry for your loss. May happy memories ease your sorrow.
Wendy Hugg & Tom Smith

Susan Wolf

January 20, 2014

We have many fond memories of the Girardi family as neighbors and miss you all. Lois had a big heart.

Sheila Kennedy

January 20, 2014

Barb,My prayers are with you and your family. May our Lord bring peace in this time to you spirit. Sheila

Lorraine Cornish Stanton

January 20, 2014

Prayers for the Girardi family.

January 20, 2014

BRUCE --OUR CONDOLENCES ---BERNIE AND DEB CUER

Paul & Jeanette Titus

January 20, 2014

To the Girardi family: you are all in our thoughts and prayers...God Bless.

Lisa Leljedal

January 20, 2014

Mike and Family,

So Sorry to hear of your loss. May your memories be your comfort in this time of need.

Love & Prayers

Tom&Laurie Cieri

January 20, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

January 20, 2014

Barb, so sorry to hear about your mom. We both know she is now in a better place and resting peacefully.
Deb Wozniak

Judy Merrill

January 20, 2014

Mike and family,
My sincere condolences. Met your mother when she worked at Bon Ton. Lovely lady.

Steve Reese

January 20, 2014

Russ and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Michelle Cook

January 20, 2014

My thoughts and prayers to all of you, Aunt Lois will always be a fond memory to me, I loved her sense of humor and quick wit! Such a wonderful person!

Shirl Coolbaugh

January 20, 2014

Dear Rusty, Jason, Brian, & The Girardi Family,
My Heart is breaking for you all and my prayers are with you Always. I hope these words will somehow find there way to bring you all some comfort!!
An anonymous author wrote, "Those we love don't go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near; still loved, still missed and very dear". It is also said that no being ever dies....Not so long as there is a memory to enfold them & a heart to love them. May these words bring you comfort at this sad time! May God Bless you all and give you the strength to get through this; your terrible loss! God needed another Special Angel in Heaven to watch over you.
The heart remembers most what it has loved best. May memories comfort you and bring you peace. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Please accept my condolences. Losing a loved one is never easy and there are no words to describe how sorry I am for your loss. My thoughts and Prayers are with you!

Cyndi Edwards

January 19, 2014

When I think of Aunt Lois, I think of how much she loved her family & animals. She was a sweet spirit & had a way of making everyone feel special. I wish you all peace in knowing she's with your dad and not suffering anymore. Love to you all !

January 19, 2014

Aunt Lois was so much fun to be around...when I think of her , I think of how she loved her family & animals! I wish you all ..peace in your hearts knowing she's with your dad and not suffering anymore.

Nancy Rodabaugh

January 19, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find comfort in the memories you all hold so dearly.

Jessica Kennedy

January 19, 2014

Aunt Lois, I pray you are at peace and restored back to the way you were, when you were at your best! I have so many great memories of spending time with you. I can still hear your laughter-you will be missed!

Cathy & Keith Moore

January 19, 2014

Barb, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Brianne Liddick

January 19, 2014

So sorry for your loss! She's up there playing bridge or something with Gran, Jill. And they will get to celebrate their birthdays together, enjoying things, while they chuckle at all of us down here having to deal with the daily trials of life. God bless everyone in your family!

Rick Bachert

January 19, 2014

So very sorry for your loss. Lois was such a fun loving and carefree person. I remember all the fun times we had with the Girardi family. My prayers go out to all of you during this time

Mea Ochab

January 19, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 19, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Joyce Nichols

January 19, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Robert & Jeanette McKlevis

January 19, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

butch & carol comfort

January 19, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

January 19, 2014

To Jill and Taylor,
I am so very sorry to read this today...your mom and your grandma. I remember her...a lovely lady for sure. I know you will carry her love in your hearts forever...she is a part of who you are. My deepest sympathy.

Mrs. Lynne Andrews

Tom Morrissey

January 19, 2014

So sorry for your loss Barb. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

January 19, 2014

Very sorry for your loss Barb. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Tom Morrissey

pat ruday

January 19, 2014

Our heart felt condolences to you and your family, may all your wonderful memories of your mother help you find peace. You are in our hearts and prayers. Pat, Jerry, Aimee ,Jordan

January 19, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
God Bless,
John & Sue Noto

Jackie Haggar

January 19, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. I will remember her love.
She helped make my childhood so special, with her fun loving spirit.

Ronda Girardi

January 19, 2014

My prayers are with you all as you at this time.

Ken Cooper

January 19, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

January 19, 2014

RIP

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