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Shelley Stewart Reich posted a condolence
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Debbie & Mike,
I just learned about your mother and wanted to send along my condolences. I have such vivid memories of her from childhood and beyond. Shirley was a unique and wonderful woman filled with great spirit and warmth. She was a tremendous source of comfort to the "Stewart girls" at our own mother's funeral. In spite of her poor health, she made the effort to be there for us. I will always remember her with great fondness.
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Lillian & David Leffert posted a condolence
Sunday, March 1, 2009
A message of rememberance and condolence to the Apter family. We became acquainted with husband Jack after they were married, but remember Shirley well in her younger years visiting her grandparents and cousins the Zurettes and the Levines in Syracuse. We didn't know they had become residents of Rochester.
Our best wishes to her family and friends,
Lillian and David Leffert
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Alexander Finkel posted a condolence
Sunday, March 1, 2009
Mrs. Apter was a wonderful teacher. Her warm personality and enthusiastic spirit are what I remember most. My sympathy for your loss.
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Andy Guisbond (Lexington, MA) posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Debbie, Mike and family:
I am so sorry to hear about your mother.
I have very happy memories of the time we all spent together. I will always remember your mom welcoming me into your home, and sending us out to play in the backyard with a warm smile on her face.
You are in my thoughts
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Maria (Sabene) Murray (Syracuse, NY) posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
I heard from a classmate that Mrs. Apter had passed away. Please know that the smile on her face, her charisma, and her desire to see each one of us succeed had a lot to do with me going into teaching. She was one of my favorites, and I think of her often. She sent me a lovely note when I got married which I still have. What an impact she made on so many of our lives!
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Wendy Gonzalez (Rochester, NY) posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Debbie:
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. Please know that I am here for you.
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Donna Morrison posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
Dear Debbie and Mike,
Shirley's passing will leave an emptiness in so many hearts. As a colleague, she taught me many lessons throughout my teaching career. As a friend, she taught me a lesson that she did better than anyone I ever knew: we must work hard at making friends family. Shirley became a key member of my extended family. I often referred to her as "my other mother". Doug and I will never forget the wonderful moments spent with both Shirley and Jack. They were extraordinary people, with a capacity to care and to share. She, and you and your families, are in our hearts and prayers. With much love and sympathy...
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Roy Carr posted a condolence
Friday, February 27, 2009
My deepest sympathy. I taught with Shirley in Solvay. As a young teacher, she was an inspiration. I hold many many fond memories of she and Jack. They created a grand legacy for their grandchildren. Take Care!
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Erich Cook Family posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
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Jana Henrickson Catuccio posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 24, 2009
Dear Debbie and Apter Family, So ad to hear of your loss. Many happy memories I have of your Mom as friend and French teacher. She always had a smile. Best reagrds and will try to attend the memorial. Jana
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Bob & Laurie Parenti posted a condolence
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Dear Debbie- We want you to know you have our sincere sympathy in the loss of your Mother. You had the priviledge of her being near you these last few years, but also the heartache of watching her decline in health. Please accept our condolences and our blessings.
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Bob & Laurie Parenti posted a condolence
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Mike- Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mother. It was fortunate you were able to go to N.Y. to visit her fairly often - not like her being closer, but you did have some quality times while she was in Florida. We loved being with her while she lived here. Our blessing to you.
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Mary Ann Brunett posted a condolence
Sunday, February 22, 2009
I met Shirley and Debbie at St. John's Home when I visited my own Mom. I always enjoyed our foursome visits especially at the fireplace. Shirley had a beautiful smile and I always had a sense that she was a lot of fun when she had been well. My thoughts and prayers go out to Debbie and her family.
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Cindy Fialkovic Ross posted a condolence
Friday, February 20, 2009
Señora Apter was my Spanish teacher at Hazard St. Middle school from 1974 - 1976. Her love of the language and enthusiasm in the classroom inspired me to go on and become a Spanish teacher myself! I will forever remember her witty response of "Nunca, Nunca, Nunca!" I am so sorry for your loss. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy.
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Sandy Moyer posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Dear Mike and Debbie, About 40 years ago I had a teacher who taught me to love the French language. After that she helped me out with some difficult times in my life. She was one of the most vibrant, down to earth people I have ever met. I still love French and her kindness remains forever in my heart. I am so saddened by this loss.
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Ellie Caimano posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Dear Mike and Chris: Please accept my sincere sympathy on the loss of Shirley--your Mom, Mike. She must have been a great person to be around after reading the above memorial. I know the love and support of family and friends will be a comfort to all of you during this sad time.
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Jon Lenihan posted a condolence
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Shirley Apter had enough zest and restless energy to animate a three-ring circus, cook the hot dogs, and stand out front and drag people inside. Once, sitting in the car,waiting for Debbie to choose the right shoes, Shirley told me that she was her own creation, self-willed. I wondered about her sanity. I don't know whose creation she was, but she was wonderful.
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Ralph and Mary Coon posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
We all miss Shirley very much. Her bright mind and great personality will always be remembered. She and Jack were a wonderful couple. Our condolences to Debbie and Mike and their children.
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Cathy Baratta posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Mrs. Apter had the BEST LAUGH of any teacher I ever had. I had thought of her alot the last few months as I tried to make my way around Peru. She was right---spanish would come in handy.
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Fran Hudson posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Shirley was a wonderful person and an excellent role model for me as a new teacher at Hazard Street Middle School in 1974. She has always been in the thoughts of her former colleagues, even though we have not seen her in many years. Please express my sincere sympathy to your entire family.
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Larry Wallace posted a condolence
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
Dear Mike and Debbie, Although you may not remember me, I went to Charles Andrews with Mike, and have fond memories of both your parents growing up having spent time with you on Beatte Street when my grandparents lived a couple of houses away from you. I later reconnected with your Mom during my years as a teacher. She was a wonderful woman and I know she will be missed by her family.
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Lisa Guisbond posted a condolence
Monday, February 16, 2009
Dear Debbie and Mike,
Your mom will be missed and will live in the memories of so many friends and neighbors, including the Guisbonds. She was a true people person, full of life and warmth. I remember her demonstrating on the back porch that she could still do a split to connect with me, the young ballerina! I send you my deepest condolences for your loss.
All my best,
Lisa
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Annette and Monroe Guisbond posted a condolence
Monday, February 16, 2009
Debbie and Mike- Jack and Shirley were among the first people we met when we moved to Syracuse many years ago. They took us under their wing and made us feel so welcome to the city. Your Mom was vibrant, peppy,interested in people and ideas and always warm and caring. Many memories flood my mind - summer family fun at Wellesley Island, Jack and Shirley and Mike reunion at our summer house, becoming good neighbors (next door) after being friends for years,Cape Cod vacations . I hope your good memories help you through these difficult days. Much Love A&M
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Ella Port, Diane and Harlan Gingold posted a condolence
Monday, February 16, 2009
Your parents were unique - diverse in interests, intelligent,fun to be with. My mom always felt a certain closeness to Shirley - like the sister she never had. Our thoughts and sympathy are with you and your families at this time.
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Karen Tucker posted a condolence
Monday, February 16, 2009
Madame Apter was my French teacher at Hazard Street Middle School in 1983. Although I hated French, I loved her class and grew an appreciation for language teachers everywhere. I am not quite sure how she taught us so well and dealt with our middle school personalities, but she did. She always had a smile on her face and seemed like she loved teaching. I guess sometimes it isn't what we learn "subject-wise" from teachers but how they made you feel and I smile fondly when I think of her. My sympathy goes out to her family and friends.
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Adrienne Brounstein LeBlang posted a condolence
Monday, February 16, 2009
Your mother had the the most wonderful bubbly personality.When I finally decided to marry Shirley and Jack were the first relatives that I took Myles to meet.
My sincere condolences. Cousins Myles and Adrienne
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Kathy and Steve Pofahl posted a condolence
Monday, February 16, 2009
We both taught school with Shirley and have fond memories. Our sympathy to all the family for your loss.
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Shirley Sherburne Zimmer posted a condolence
Monday, February 16, 2009
Debbie and family,
What a great lady your mom was...feisty, loyal, and dedicated to her family, students, profession, causes and colleagues. We miss her greatly.
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Janet Simiele posted a condolence
Monday, February 16, 2009
I was in your mother's Spanish class in Solvay over 30 years ago. Your mom made the class fun, she was always so upbeat. I think of her often as I help my goddaughter with her Spanish homework. My deepest sympathy to your family She was one terrific lady.
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Betty & Dick Levy posted a condolence
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Debbie: Our love and heartfelt sympathy to you and the family.
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Peggy Levy Miller posted a condolence
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Debbie and Mike,
Your mom and dad were dear friends of my parents and I have many fond memories of them visiting our home in Cazenovia and Syracuse. I was so sorry to read about your mom's death.
Best wishes to you both and to your families. I know that your mom will be missed.
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Shirley Rouff posted a condolence
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Debbie & Mike:
Your mother was one of my dearest friends and I shall miss her. She always invited me to your wonderful family seders and was a true friend. What a lady. Love you both. Keep in touch.
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Inga Henrickson Barnello posted a condolence
Sunday, February 15, 2009
There are so very many happy memories I have to share of your mom, Debbie and Mike, from the French classroom at Solvay and from Cape Cod and Syracuse. She was an outstanding teacher. When my father died, she was very comforting to us. Special lady she was. Love, Inga
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Becky Morrison Dupuis posted a condolence
Sunday, February 15, 2009
I had the pleasure of being taught my your mother at Solvay High school for french class. She was a great teacher and always happy. I have fond memories of her. My deepest sympathy to you.
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Debbie Alimentato posted a condolence
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Dear Debbie,
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
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ellen goldenberg posted a condolence
Saturday, February 14, 2009
Debbie- my heartfelt thoughts go out to you and the boys. May your mom's memory be for a blessing to all.
Ellen
Visitation
At the families request there will be no home visitation.
Service Info
A Memorial Service will be be held on Sunday, March 8, 2009 at 4 PM at St. John's Home,150 Highland Avenue.
Interment
Private
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