Theresa M. French

Funeral information

Home: Brasher Falls, NY Place of Birth: CT
Date of Death: February 6, 2010 Birthdate: February 15, 1926
Age: 83

Service information: Wednesday, February 10, 2010 11:00 AM St. Patrick Church, Brasher Falls, NY

Visitation: Tuesday, February 09, 2010 7-9PM at Hammill Funeral Home, Winthrop, NY

Interment: St. Mary's Cemetery, Brushton, NY

Biography

A Funeral Mass for Theresa M. French, 83 of Brasher Falls will be celebrated Wednesday morning at 11AM at St. Patrick's Church with the Rev. Patrick Ratigan officiating. Visitation will be held Tuesday evening at the Hammill Funeral Home in Winthrop from 7-9PM. Burial will take place in the Spring at the convenience of the family.

Mrs. French passed away Saturday February 6, 2010 in the comfort of her home with the love and support of her family by her side.

She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Basil; her children, Annette and Bob Keenan of Ford City, PA, Alan and Ann French of Brasher Falls, NY, Susie and Tom Liberty of Norfolk, NY, Elizabeth and Steve Fobare of Lawrenceburg, KY, and Carl and Kim French of Brasher Falls, NY, ten grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.Also two sisters; Mary Ellen Prosper of Fountain Hills, AZ, Shirley Grow of Oilville, VA, and one brother; Robert Faucher of Chapel Hill, NC.  Theresa was predeceased by her son Clark French in 1989, four brothers and one sister.

Mrs. French was born on February 15, 1926 in Connecticut, to the late Joseph and Rose (Chartier) Faucher. She was a graduate of Massena Central High School. On December 7, 1945 she was married to Basil R. French. Theresa was a communicant of St. Patrick's Church in Brasher Falls.

Theresa was a devoted homemaker. She did work as a nurses aid for a short time at Canton-Potsdam hospital, but her heart was in her home and family. She enjoyed all the essential's of caring for the household, baking, cooking, gardening, and craftwork. She took pleasure in quilting, which she had a knack for. Going to camp was a family outing that she and Basil were truly fond of.

By family's request please omit floral offerings and consider memorial donations in Theresa's honor to; Hospice and Palliative Care of St. Lawrence Valley Inc. or Tri-Town Volunteer Rescue Squad. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.


Tom&Becky Votra February 9, 2010
condolences to all the family,our prayers are with you.

Tracy Kedovary (French) February 9, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to Uncle Bud and all their children. Aunt Theresa was always so kind to my children and family. I remember the good times up at the camp on Reynoldston Rd. The family gatherings with the banjo's and guitars playing, and the laughter of everyone as we all surrounded the campfire. They truly where the good ole days! May you rest in peace Aunt Theresa. Love, Louis, Tracy, Nick and Kyle Kedovary

Kevin & Laurie Toomey February 9, 2010
Dear Carl & Family, You have our sincere sympathy at the loss of your Mother. Our thoughs are with you all. Kevin & Laurie

Kelly, Kevin, Kayla, and owen February 9, 2010
Gram, I will cherish every memory of you! I will miss the birthday and christmas packages of homemade goodies that were made out of love. You will forever be in my, and my children's, hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with Gramps, as he continues his journey. I am also grateful to my mom and her brothers and sisters who were there to comfort Gram in the days preceeding her death. We have a great family and I am happy to be a part of it.

Greg, Ann, Kyra & Colin February 10, 2010
With much love & prayers for Grandma...we are sad you've left us but we know heaven always needs another Saint... they picked a really good one the day they brought you home. You will certainly be missed by your family and friends!

Donna Kirka February 10, 2010
Dear Susie and Family I am sorry I was unable to make it out to the calling hours, but my thoughts are with you and your family at this time. I took care of Theresa on a prior visit to the hospital, and was very glad I had the opportunity to know her a little bit before she became so sick. She was very sweet and funny. Donna Kirka

Patrick Keenan and Family February 10, 2010
Grandma, Thanks for all the memories. From the raspberry jelly and raspberry pies that are still the best ever...! To the small skating rink out back and to camp and the swimming hole. I can go on and on... Love you and miss you. Patrick, Cynthia, Trevor, Addilyn, and Brasher.

maryellen prosper February 12, 2010
I will always remember oue family Thanksgivings at your house... food on the ping-pong table, enough for an army. Well, we were quite a gang. You are now with your sister, whom you had missed so much and the rest of your family, especially Clark. You will be missed.

Annette Keenan February 15, 2010
As Mom's firstborn, I am proud to light this candle, in her honor. I was blessed to have my mother, in my life, for 62 years. She leaves behind 5 adults, that she filled with her strength, fortitude, artistic abilities and caring ways. As the end of Mom's life, unfolded, it was evident as we stood by her bedside, that each of us was becoming stronger. Mom will rest in peace, knowing her family will continue oto honor her life, with faith, love, friendship and hope, until we reach our own eternal reward.