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Olga Gooley Obituary

Gooley, Olga

Binghamton: Olga Gooley fell asleep in the Lord on Monday evening, July 11, 2011 at the Vestal Nursing Center. She was predeceased by her husband of 56 years, Albert A. Gooley in 2001. She is survived by a son, Drew Gooley and his wife Connie of Owego; a daughter, Mary Kay Summermatter of Albany; three grandchildren, Jody Gooley and his wife Elizabeth, Tracy (Gooley) Savo and Paul Summermatter and his wife, Lorissa; and eight great grandchildren, Max, Evelyn, Grant and Lydia Summermatter, Halle, Jerod, Jacob and Ashley Gooley. Olga was an active member of St. John Ukrainian Orthodox Church, teaching Bible School for 25 years, being the church's Treasurer for 14 years, President of St. Mary's Sisterhood for 6 years and one of the catering chairpersons for the church memorial center for over 20 years, even during her convalescence. She was one of the founders and organizers of the G.A.F. Credit Union. She was an outstanding cook and will be remembered for her Dundee cakes and beef stroganoff. Funeral services will be held Monday 9am at St. John Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1 St. John's Parkway Johnson City with Rev. Zinoviy Zharsky officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Rev. Zharsky will conduct a Panakhyda on Sunday at 8pm at the Chopyak-Scheider Funeral Home, 326 Prospect Street, Binghamton where the family will receive friends Friday 7-9pm and Sunday 7-9pm. In lieu of flowers kindly consider contributing in Olga's memory to either her church or to the Vestal Park Nursing Home, 860 Old Vestal Road, Vestal, NY 13850

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jul. 14 to Jul. 17, 2011.

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Tiffany Clark

July 17, 2011

To the family of Olga Gooley,
I can't say enough about the impact that Olga has had on me as a person and as a new wife. We have shared so many stories and laughs together. Her patience, generosity, and genuine personality were just a few qualities that I admired so very much. I spent the afternoon at her church festival today and I know she was there in spirit. Her love of people and good food was everywhere! It just wont be the same without her.

greg myers

July 17, 2011

sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

July 16, 2011

Drew, Connie and Family,

I met Olga serveral times and enough to know she was the sweetist and kind and happy. She cannot be replaced, the world will miss her. Her faith took her home with the Lord. God Bless and MY Love Kathy farrell

Jack Councilman

July 15, 2011

To the family of Olga Gooley, I extend my deepest condolences for your loss. Your Mom got me my first Home Loan when I worked at GAF. May she rest in peace.

Chris "Travis" Maloney

July 15, 2011

My thoughts & prayers are with your family at this time of sorrow.

Nadine (Matias) Kalada

July 15, 2011

To the Gooley family - so sorry for your loss..your Mom was a great lady..I remember her teaching us in relgious instructions at the old church.always the sweetest, kindest person..your Mom taught us a lot..My thoughts and prayers are with your family..

Ron Tull

July 15, 2011

Drew & Connie ...my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrow and loss ....

Esther Warner and Vicki Marini

July 14, 2011

To the family of Olga Gooley,
We are truly sorry for your loss. Olga was a beautiful person inside and out. Even though we only knew Olga for a short time, it was if we had been friends for a lifetime. She always shared a kind word to those she came in contact with. Her sweet smile had a calming effect on those around her even though she was not feeling up to par herself. Olga became a dear friend of ours at the Vestal Park Nursing Center...a dinner companion at meal time around our table. She recently won over the hearts of two little ones Taylor (5yrs) and Tanner (3yrs) inviting them to stop by her room for a good-bye dum dum lollipop. The children adored her as much as we did and knew that Olga was something special.

Friends are a gift from God
They bring us joy and happiness
And help us in times of need
That's why I can truly say
How glad I am I had this friend

May her sweet soul find rest until we all meet again. She will be dearly missed by all of us.

<3 <3

July 14, 2011

Olga was an amazing person...I was an aide at vestal and frequently had her as a resident. She always made me feel so happy and had nothing but nice things to say about everyone and everything in life. She always had a back for trying to feed us aides and making us laugh. Rest in peace bestfriend you'll always have a place in my heart...

chuck pribulick

July 14, 2011

Our prayers are offered up to the Lord at this time for the family and friends.

Sally Zinner

July 14, 2011

Dear Drew, Mary Kay and families, So sorry to read of Olga's passing. She was so kind to Aunt Minnie and Uncle Mike. I will always remember her acts of kindness. God rest her soul.

Vessa Hiras

July 14, 2011

Dear Gooley Family... I am so sorry for your loss. Nanny was an amazing person and I loved being around her. She was full of so much love and happiness. She made me smile and laugh everytime i was with her. Even just thinking about her brings a smile to my face. She will be dearly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and preyers. God bless Vessa

Norma Doolittle

July 14, 2011

Dear Mary,
Although it has been many years since I've seen you, you are in my thoughts. Growing up I remember your mom always being involved in your activities and being there for you. Now you have those precious memories to treasure. I will stop by to see you. My prayers are with you and your family.
With sympathy,
Norma Whipple Doolittle

Jan Kostyun

July 14, 2011

I'm very sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Gooley. I haven't seen her for many years, but I still have very vivid and fond memories as her student in religion classes. She was a wonderful lady!

Carrie (Thorn) Cook

July 14, 2011

Dear Drew, Connie & Family..I am sorry to hear of Olga's passing, it's been a long time since we've seen each other (Connie) Praying for your strength, Thinking of you and your family.

sheila vedo

July 14, 2011

sorry for your loss our thoughts are with you all

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