Central New York/Syracuse Nurse Honor Guard

Central New York/Syracuse Nurse Honor Guard Our services are provided at absolutely no cost to the family.

Nurses Honor Guard, a group of active and retired volunteer nurses, presents a tribute to any deceased Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse at their death for their years of service.

ATTENTION:"Call to Duty"We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute forNancy Flower RN, 87.Her son shared th...
08/23/2026

ATTENTION:
"Call to Duty"
We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute for
Nancy Flower RN, 87.
Her son shared that she went to Nursing School in NYC and that his mom worked at St Joe’s Hospital in endoscopy for years. She was the neighborhood nurse after retiring. EVERYONE came to see her. He got bit by a chipmunk after it was cornered by their cat and got bit in the finger by the chipmunk when he reached for the cat. He didn’t tell his mom. She found out several days later, took him to Drs and he got MANY shots because they didn’t know chipmunks didn’t carry rabies. He HATES shots now.
She was predeceased by her husband Donald Flower; her children, Steve Flower and Sue O'Neil; her brother Barry Mugglin; and her stepbrother Jim VanPatten.
She is survived by her son Scott Flower; her grandsons, Donald O'Neil and Nathan Flower; and her great grandchild Kaylee O'Neil as well as a nephew and his wife, whom I have known for many years! I never made the connection!
Friday, August 21, 2026, there was a Memorial Ceremony at her house at 9, followed by a Luncheon at 10 at First Baptist Church, 701 N Main St, Central Square. Lillian Cabrell, pastor of the church called and requested the tribute as she’d seen it before. She told Nancy's son about it and he requested it.
The Nightingale Tribute was presented at 10:00 at the beginning of the Fellowship Gathering by Donna K, Elaine L, Peggy P, Bobbi C, Susan L, Dawn B, Lisa S, and Faith T. Her son, Scott, received the lamp and rose. After the tribute he thanked us several times for coming to honor his mom. He said she would have loved it. It was attended by many church friends and family. They all greatly appreciated the tribute honoring Nancy.
Nancy will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways.
Nancy will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Nancy will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Nancy’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.

ATTENTION:"Call to Duty"We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute forPamela K. (Walker) Fleury, RN, 72.She...
08/19/2026

ATTENTION:
"Call to Duty"
We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute for
Pamela K. (Walker) Fleury, RN, 72.
She attended nursing school at Auburn Memorial School of Nursing. She went on to have a nursing career spanning more than 40 years, working as a registered nurse at Mercy Rehab, Mercy Hospital, Taylor Brown Hospital, and in the operating room at the Geneva General Hospital and surgery center before her retirement.
Pam enjoyed all types of shopping and taking occasional trips to one of our local casinos with her friends. Above all, she cherished the time she spent with her family, especially her grandchildren, and was happiest when she was with them.
She is survived by her loving husband of 51 years, Donald Fleury; two sons, Jeremy and his wife, Sara Fleury, and Joshua Fleury; two beloved grandchildren, Elliott and Katherine Fleury; brother Scott Walker; as well as several special nieces, nephews, cousins, and godchildren.
In addition to her parents, Pam was also predeceased by a sister, Beverly Crowell.
A calling hour will be held this Friday, August 21st, from 10:00 am until 11:00 am inside St. Michael’s Church, 162 Cayuga St, Union Springs, followed by her Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 am.
The Nightingale Tribute was presented at 11 before the Mass by CNY SYR NHG members Kelly O, Sharon C, Sue C, Deb W, Barb L. , and Fingerlakes NHG members Mary R, Kathy T, Kathy S, Carol S. .
The Lamp was given to Sara, Pam’s daughter in law (who is also a nurse), and the Rose was given to Pam’s husband, Donald.
We had the wonderful opportunity to have 4 members of the Finger Lakes Nurse Honor Guard with us to honor Pam. They fit right in like they have been with us a long time. It was quite a privilege. This small, comfortable church was filled with family and friends. It was awe-inspiring when we asked any nurses to stand for the final roll call and SEVENTEEN nurses were in attendance to stand. We also had the honor to have the priest lead us in prayer before our tribute.
I spoke with her daughter in law, Sara. She is Nurse Educator and Director of Residency Program at Auburn Hospital and she saw our program. She knew instantly when her mother-in-law became ill, she wanted our Nightingale Tribute for her.

ATTENTION:"Call to Duty"We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute forRuth E. (Smith) Black, RN, 95.Ruth gr...
08/19/2026

ATTENTION:
"Call to Duty"
We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute for
Ruth E. (Smith) Black, RN, 95.
Ruth graduated from Auburn High School in 1949 and worked in several local medical offices as well in Geneva prior to attending Geneva School of Nursing.
Following her graduation, Ruth worked in ICU at Auburn Memorial Hospital and at Mercy Hospital maternity floor unit, as a nurse. Shortly after the grand opening of Auburn Nursing Home in 1964, Ruth worked for more than 30 years, enjoying what she did best, taking care of people and enjoying a good laugh with them.
Ruth married John Norman Black on August 3, 1963. Together they enjoyed building their home together in Owasco and spent years of enjoyment with their little dogs. While Ruth engaged her time with her nursing profession, her husband Norm worked as an engineer for many years for William A. Bouley Construction. She enjoyed her forever friends and was always accompanied by her little dogs.
She is survived by several nieces and nephews and their families.
An addition to her parents and her husband Norm she was also predeceased by a sister Helen Steigerwald Pritchard, brothers, June, Smith, Kenneth B. Smith and George H. Smith.
A visitation for family and friends will be held Monday, August 17th from 10 AM until 11 AM with services to immediately follow, all inside of Pettigrass Funeral Home,196 Genesee St., Auburn.
The Nightingale Tribute was presented at 11 at the beginning of the service by Jane W, Kelly O, Linda G, Sue B, Jan P, Deb W, Barb L, Sharon C, Kathy M. I met Ruth’s nephew before our service. He thanked us for being at his aunt’s service and then said, “She would have loved this”. We gave the lamp to her nephew and placed the rose in the casket with Ruth.
When I told Jerry we would be there, he answered: “Awesome, appreciate you ladies!!”

ATTENTION:"Call to Duty"We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute forBeverly Klein, 71.Born on April 17, 1...
08/10/2026

ATTENTION:
"Call to Duty"
We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute for
Beverly Klein, 71.
Born on April 17, 1955, to Martin and Mary Van Buren, in Oswego, NY, Beverly was a life-long resident of the Syracuse area. She was a dedicated nurse who worked at a number of hospitals and nursing facilities before retiring from Menorah Park in DeWitt.
A devoted friend, mother and grandmother, Beverly is survived by her daughters, Rachel Klein of Syracuse, NY, Heather Klein (Lee Sabow) of Seattle, WA, and Sarah (Mike) Weidner; grandsons, Jackson and William of Westport, CT; and many friends who were loved like family.
Beverly is forever remembered for her hearty laugh, generous spirit, and positivity. A fantastic cook, wonderful and caring dog owner, and a neighbor to all, she will be greatly missed.
A celebration of life will be held for family and friends from 1 to 3 pm on Saturday, August 15, 2026 at the Newell-Fay Manlius Chapel, 8171 Cazenovia Road, Manlius. The Nightingale Tribute was presented at 12:45 pm before the 1:00 Celebration of Life. by
Barb L, Sharon C, Jan P, Elaine L, Donna K, Sue B, Maria B, Kathy M.
We honored Beverly before the calling hours for her family. Jan P placed the rose next to Bev’s urn. Jan had worked with Beverly in the OR and was honored to gift the white rose to such a wonderful and dedicated nurse. The family so sweetly decided that the lamp should be given to one of Beverly’s grandsons. At the beginning of the reading, he came forward and bravely stood to receive it. At the conclusion of our tribute, her daughters joined us in the meeting room to express their gratitude and share how deeply meaningful and special the tribute was to them.

"Call to Duty"We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute forLaVerne Elaine (Copeland) Torrence, RN, BSN, MS...
08/10/2026

"Call to Duty"
We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute for
LaVerne Elaine (Copeland) Torrence, RN, BSN, MSN, 74.
Born on May 28, 1952, to her father, Earl Luke Copeland and mother, Verna Marie Wilson, of Camden, New Jersey, at West Jersey Hospital. Affectionately called “Snookie” by her loved ones, LaVerne, relocated with her mother and sister, Constance “Connie” Cecilia (Copeland), to Jamaica, Queens, New York City, where she attended grade school and graduated from Jamaica High School, Class of 1970. In high school, LaVerne discovered her love for dance as the captain of the cheerleading squad and later was involved as captain of the Burundi African Dance Team, at SUNY Albany. LaVerne attended Albany State University with a major in Nursing. At SUNY Albany, she met her future husband and lifelong partner of 54 years, Roderick “Rick” Lee Torrence. LaVerne attended and graduated from Syracuse University with her Master’s Degree in Science of Nursing. On August 1, 1976, LaVerne and Rick were married at Bethany Baptist Church, amongst 300 loved ones, friends and fellow parishioners. As a Registered Nurse, LaVerne worked throughout Central New York and taught as a Nursing Professor for over 45 years, including at Syracuse University School of Nursing, SUNY Cortland, Hospice of CNY, Central New York Medical Registry, American Cancer Society, American Red Cross, Methodist Medical Center of Illinois, Upstate University Hospital, Crouse Hospital and private duty cases.
In 1986, LaVerne and Rick, along with their five children, family members and members of the community, began a music ministry, Winds of Agape Children’s Choir. The grassroots of the ministry began as a radio show that Pastor Rick and LaVerne hosted, called “The Children’s Special”. The choir performed for over 20 years, spreading the message of God’s Agape Love, by performing original music written by Pastor Rick, as well as traditional gospel hymns and inspirational songs. LaVerne had a love for creativity, sharing Arts and Crafts projects with countless children in the community. In 1988, LaVerne and Rick cofounded Winds of Agape Inc., a 501 C(3), non-profit organization, which operated in Central New York, helping families in need and crisis situations, for over 30 years. LaVerne began training Certified Home Health Aides at Winds of Agape Job Training Program, in 1995, assisting hundreds of welfare recipients and refugees, with job training and job placement. LaVerne’s nursing philosophy followed the seven principles of S.I.P.C.I.D.A: Safety, Infection Control, Privacy, Communication, Independence, Dignity and Agape. In 2002, LaVerne spearheaded a team of nurses, Mrs. JoAnn Jarvis, R.N., Mrs. Mary Winder, R.N., Mrs.Corrine Neville, R.N., alongside other nursing colleagues, to attain the licensure in New York State, for Winds of Agape Home Care Agency. Winds of Agape, Inc. partnered with the Food Bank of Central New York and began conducting mass food giveaways where over 300 families were served per a day. Winds of Agape, Inc. partnered with over 25 community resource agencies, including Catholic Charities, to assist people in need. Powered by volunteers of both community members and family members, the impact of Winds of Agape quickly grew, eventually resulting in Pastor Rick and LaVerne Torrence being honored as recipients of the Jefferson Award for Outstanding Public Service benefiting the disadvantaged. LaVerne’s love for God and serving others has left a lasting impression on the hearts of those who loved her. LaVerne’s compassionate spirit, beautiful smile, passion for nursing and shining light will be truly missed by all she knew.
LaVerne is predeceased by her mother, Verna Marie Wilson; father, Earl Luke Copeland; sons, Aaron William Torrence and Roderick David Torrence; sister, Constance “Connie” Cecilia (Copeland) Gladney; her nephew, William “Billy” Binford Smith; and her late husband, Roderick Lee Torrence.
LaVerne is survived by her half-sister, Cynthia “Penny” (Copeland) Ibarrondo; half-brother, Michael “Mikey” Copeland; her three daughters, Jannah Torrence, Adrienne Torrence, and Tonia Torrence; her five grandchildren, Quantanette, Daron, Adon, Abeo and Aman; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and friends.
Services were held at Bethany Baptist Church, 149 Beattie St, Syracuse, Friday, August 14, 2026, with calling hours from 11-12. Her Celebration of Life was at 12 Noon. The Nightingale Tribute as presented at the beginning of the Memorial service after the prayer and hymns by Faith T, Jan P, Elaine L, Donna K, Sue L, Sue B, Dawn, Kathy M, Bobbie Jo, Sharon C, and 2 new nurses- Diana, and Maria.

Adrienne talked with us before the service and thanked us for coming to pay tribute to her mom and shared some of her life accomplishments. She was dressed in green, as well as the family were wearing it. They gave us a green and white ribbon to pin to our capes. She shared how much LaVerne wanted to be a member of our NHG, but, sadly, it did not happen.
Before the Nightingale tribute, we did a short Honor the service Tribute, acknowledging LaVerne for her nursing accomplishments, then Presented a Certificate of Accomplishment, red rose, and pin as we made her an Honorary Member of our CNYSRNHG. The rose and certificate were placed on her casket, and each of the daughters received a red stethoscope pin, which all new members receive when they join our chapter.
Several nurses stood as we rang the Triangle; Adriene was one of them. What a celebration of life was held for LaVerne. It was a true honor to be part of this celebration and to welcome LaVerne into our chapter as an Honorary Member.

What an amazing marathon we had last week, Thursday through Sunday... There were 6 tributes we performed ranging from 1 ...
08/06/2026

What an amazing marathon we had last week, Thursday through Sunday... There were 6 tributes we performed ranging from 1 in Skaneateles to 2 in Syracuse, to 2 in Tully, and 1 in Cortland! There were 3 tributes on Saturday with 2 only 3 minutes apart in Tully. The other tribute was in Syracuse and 2 of the nurses there came down to the last one at Tully, which was also attended by 4 nurses from the first tribute!! Leads were covered by Denise-2, Mary O-2, and Faith-1 Mary R- 1. Approximate miles driven -425 ++ total for 33 members to drive to different tributes.
This was a HUGE juggling act, but CNYSYRNHG Nurses, you came through! Your dedication and passion for being part of the Nightingale Tribute is so immense! You helped families and friends start to heal from the loss of the remarkable nurses we were able to honor! Some were friends or nurses you'd worked with. We had accolades from the family, priests, pastors and friends for the presentation we do... We all know this is a God-thing. He has made it all possible. Our mission is that "No Nurse Is Forgotten". THANK YOU for coming to be part of or 4 days of 6 tributes. You ALL are an amazing team. God has richly blessed us.

ATTENTION:"Call to Duty"We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute forVirginia “Ginny” Pfau, RN, 82.She gra...
08/05/2026

ATTENTION:
"Call to Duty"
We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute for
Virginia “Ginny” Pfau, RN, 82.
She graduated from the Crouse School of Nursing in 1965 and worked as a nurse at Syracuse Memorial, Crouse Hospital and at Carrier Corporation. Later she was a Home Health Care provider and nursing instructor at BOCES. She was emersed in nature and the lessons she learned as a child she carried throughout her life.
She was married for 53 years to William Pfau where they resided in Skaneateles for over forty years and then moved to the village of Marcellus, New York.
Always involved in the community she was a board member of the E. John Gavras Center and the Skaneateles Library. Ginny belonged to the Skaneateles Garden Club and Baltimore Woods. She was a devote Habitat Gardener and although not technically given the title of master gardener, her skill in plant identification, classification and care was decades in the making. Her nursing skills resurfaced when she set up an orchid hospital for plants that were dropped off at her door and instructed to bring back of life.
Ginny’s artistic talents in floral design shone as a designer for Laxton’s in Skaneateles where she worked for 26 years between her nursing work schedule. She had a gift for using natural materials in her pieces. She translated the beautiful natural world with ease into her work.
Needlework, felting, painting, rescuing antiques, sewing, and cooking were just a few of her other interests. She had taken botanical drawing classes at Cornell and painting at CCC.
Ginny was predeceased by her parents, sister and husband, who she cared for over a decade. Her son Jered, his partner Holly, grand-daughter Morgan, her partner Joe, and honorary grandsons Alex, Tyler and Owen knew they were the mortal world she loved beyond words.
Calling hours will be Sunday, August 9th from 3 to 4:30 pm with a service to follow at Plis Funeral Home, 33 North St., Marcellus. The Nightingale Tribute was performed at 4:30, to start the service by Barb L, Donna K, Pattie A, Sue B, Jan P, Sharon C, Jayne W, Mary O, Colette B.
Ginny’s son, Jered, was tearfully grateful to have our guard there to honor his mom. He said she was the strongest woman he has ever known. She stood by and loved him always, even during times he gave her a hard time as a youngster. I met his wonderful partner, Holly. Holly loves and misses Ginny very much. We placed the rose with Ginny, next to her urn. We gifted the lamp to Jared.
“To live in this world, you must be able to do three things: to love what is mortal; to hold it against your bones knowing your own life depends on it; and, when the time comes to let it go, to let it go." Mary Oliver “Blackwater Woods”

ATTENTION:"Call to Duty"We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute forNancy A. Kingdon, LPN, 55. Nancy dedi...
08/05/2026

ATTENTION:
"Call to Duty"
We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute for
Nancy A. Kingdon, LPN, 55.
Nancy dedicated her life to caring for others through her esteemed nursing career, working closely with hundreds of doctors throughout the years.
Nancy's warmth and compassion extended beyond her profession. She held her family and friends close to her heart, often putting their needs before her own. Her love for her family was evident in all she did.
She is survived by her beloved wife of 14 years, Kariann Kingdon; her son, Andrew Travis, of DeRuyter; her daughter, Megan Willoughby, of Tennessee; and her son Zach (Heather) Corson, of Baldwinsville. She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Desiree, Huntor, Lora, Kaleb, Parker, Adelaine, and Ryder.
In addition to her immediate family, Nancy is survived by her sister, Scarlet (Ricky) Stickland, of Tennessee; her brother, Steven (Mary) Kingdon, of Conklin; her sister, Catherine Lester, of Windsor; her half-sister, Robin Cervantes, of Minnesota, and an aunt, Dorothy Polhamus of Conklin. She also had many special family friends, including Jake and Carol Crane, along with several nieces, nephews, and cousins, all of whom will remember her fondly.
In addition to her parents, Nancy was preceded in death by her sister, Candice McEwen, whose memory remains dear to all who loved her.
Nancy's legacy of love, service, and kindness will forever echo in the lives she touched. She departed this world surrounded by her family, a testament to the deep connections she fostered throughout her life. She will be profoundly missed, but her spirit will live on in the hearts of those she leaves behind.
Nancy is Lori H's niece's husband's mother. She passed suddenly in December and now they're doing her celebration of life now as it happened right before Christmas and it was just too difficult a time to arrange anything.
There will be Celebration of Life at Willet Town Hall,1425-1427 NY-41, Willet. The Nightingale Tribute was performed at 2:30Barb L, Sharon C, Dawn B, Kathy M, and Lori H. Thank you, Lori Hruby, for passing along the information to me for this nurse.
The family was blessed with a beautiful day for a Celebration of Life. Because of this we stood outside for the photo. We gathered in the small town of Willet. It was a beautiful drive, rolling hills, farmland.. very enjoyable. Willet has a town hall where the family and friends gathered. Many loved ones filled the hall, coming together simply to offer their presence, comfort, and support to the immediate family. We stood with Nancy’s children and her wife sitting at the head table. They were very emotional and supporting each other. Lori read the tribute reading with the rose, and we had one rose for each of her children, Megan Andrew, and Zach. This was very emotional for Lori as Nancy is her niece’s mother-in-law. Dawn gave the lamp to Nancy’s wife, Kariann.

ATTENTION:"Call to Duty"We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute forCorinne Swyers Neville, RN, BSN, 96.S...
08/05/2026

ATTENTION:
"Call to Duty"
We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute for
Corinne Swyers Neville, RN, BSN, 96.
She was a lifetime Catholic, beginning at St. John’s Parish in Kenmore, NY. When Corinne was thirteen, her father took a job in Wilmington, DE with the DuPont Company. The family moved to Wilmington, where Corinne attended high school at Ursuline Academy, graduating in the Class of 1947. Her father died of a heart attack during her senior year of high school prompting the family to move back to Rochester, NY.
God did a miracle for Corinne by having her decide to become a nurse. She went to St. Mary’s Hospital School of Nursing. She was the fourth woman in her family to graduate and become a nurse at St. Mary’s. She spent three wonderful years of study and graduated in 1950 as an RN and kept the friends she made there forever. Corinne attended Syracuse University to study and work in Public Health Nursing. She later graduated from SU with a Bachelor of Science Degree.
She married Bill Swyers, and they had four children whom they raised in Fairmount and Camillus, NY. All four graduated from West Genesee High School. Corinne was a communicant of Holy Family Church and later, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Camillus.
As she was raising her children, Corinne worked on projects at church from craft fairs to parties, and in the school library. She was active in the local Home Bureau Organization, as well as a leader in Boy and Girl Scouts. She enjoyed all kinds of activities, loved the outdoors and winter sports like skiing, tobogganing, sledding and teaching her children and friends to do the same. She loved flowers and gardening. In the summer, she brought the family camping in the Adirondacks for swimming and canoeing.
The family loved traveling and made several trips to Florida. They also frequently visited relatives in Buffalo, Boston, and Albany, as well as many other trips, including Bill’s company conventions to Florida, Missouri and California. Bill and Corinne also traveled to Mexico City, London, Paris and Ireland.
After raising her children, she resumed her career as a nurse and worked at Community General Hospital for ten years, then later as a teacher of BOCES LPN Nursing. At age 50, Corinne brought her love of helping people to a new career in Real Estate. She worked as a realtor, and later became an Associate Broker, with Patricia Tom RE. She sold real estate for 22 years. She also learned how to flip houses and had rental units. At this time, she and Bill Swyers were divorced and annulled, but stayed friends until he died in 2007 at the age of 82.
Corinne was active in many singles groups like One Parent and Parents Without Partners, where she was the treasurer. That is where she met Donald Neville, a recent widower. They fell in love and married in 1989 and moved to Liverpool in 1990. There they attended Pope John XXIII church, where she was a Eucharistic Minister for over 10 years. She remained very active in church and civil organizations. She volunteered at Meals on Wheels; Winds of Agape, her favorite charity; and Catholic Charities with the “Lost Boys of Sudan” for many years. Don died at 56 of a heart attack.
Corinne was also a published author. One of her proudest accomplishments was writing a 160-page family genealogy book. It is left as a legacy to her descendants. She also recently completed her autobiography, as well as previously encouraging Bill Swyers to complete his. The legacy Corinne left her family is to enjoy every day of your life, and when things go wrong, as they do, “pick yourself up, dust yourself off and start all over again.” (A quote from Swing Time, a 1936 film starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers.)
Corinne is predeceased by her husbands, Bill Swyers and Don Neville; her sister, Lucille Miller of Albany, NY; her brother, Joseph Prall of Boston, MA; and her infant granddaughter, Nicole Freid.
She is survived by her three daughters, Lorraine (Robert) Seibold of Wilmington, NC, Carolyn (Bill) Durkee of Baldwinsville, NY and Patricia (Alex) Freid of Winter Garden, FL; her son, Donald (Nancy) Swyers; ten grandchildren, Rick (Rachel) Seibold, Scott (Devon) Seibold, Will Swyers, Samantha Freid, Alyx (Loannel) Marin, Nathan Freid, Bella Freid, David Durkee, Daniel Durkee and Monique (John) Perry; seven great-grandchildren, Duke, Cash and Rickie Seibold and Aurelia Seibold, Monet Marin and Christopher and Ella Perry. Corinne was always close to her extended family and loved them all. She is also survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews in Rochester, Boston, Florida and California.
A calling hour will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at Pope John XXIII Church, 8290 Soule Road. Liverpool, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 am. The Nightingale Tribute was performed at10:50, before the 11 AM Mass by Diana D, Maria B, Sharon C, Dawn B, Lisa S, Elaine L, Barb L, Jan P, Kathy M, Donna K
We placed the rose with Corinne in her casket and placed the lamp on a table that was next to her for the family after the service. We were told that Corinne was a wonderful nurse and had a strong role model. Her mother was a nurse also. During her mother’s nursing career, one of her job’s was to attend emergencies. She would stay up stairs in a barn and when the emergency call would come in, they would dress and come down to the ambulance to go to the call. (Oh my how nursing has changed!)

ATTENTION:"Call to Duty"We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute forLinda L. Spencer, LPN, 71.Linda achie...
07/30/2026

ATTENTION:
"Call to Duty"
We have been invited to perform the Nightingale Tribute for
Linda L. Spencer, LPN, 71.
Linda achieved an AAS from Tompkins Cortland Community College. She worked at Cortland Hospital from 1972-1989 and group homes 1989-2000. She worked at Smith Corona, CAPCO and Cortland County Group Homes. She was also a member of Crown Alliance Church and served as a Deaconess
Linda passed away at the Guthrie Nursing Home after being diagnosed with a very aggressive form of cancer. Hospice and Guthrie and the Renzi Center provided wonderful, compassionate care and we are very grateful for them.
Linda is survived by sisters Donna Mitchell Neal and Carol Spencer and brother Rikki Spencer and step siblings Susan, Robin, Lynne and John Hadlock. Predeceased by her mother, father and stepmother, brother Michael and step siblings Ronald, Michael and Jacqueline (Jackie). She did not have children but loved many as if they were her own. Linda will be missed for her humor, her laughter and her love.
There was a Celebration of Life for Linda at The Vault, 35 Main St, Cortland from 1-5. The Nightingale Tribute was performed at 1:30 pm by Mary O, Dawn, and Faith T. The rose and lamp were given to her daughter. It was beautiful venue.

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