October 5, 1939 - January 11, 2012
Age 72, of Perry, NY, Silver Springs, NY and Florida died January 11, 2012 at the HPH Hospice in Inverness, FL.
She was born October 5, 1939 in Warsaw, daughter of the late Donald and Violet Campbell Stowe. She was a graduate of Perry Central School Class of 1957 and she worked for over 25 years at Champion Products in Perry. Theda enjoyed attending Red Hat luncheons, flower gardening, reading and her home in Florida. She enjoyed spending time with her family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren and her dear friends, Marlene Fears of Honeoye and Dottie Brainerd of Silver Springs.
She was predeceased by her husband of 45 years, Steve Gerasimchik whom she married August 31, 1957, her son, Timothy Gerasimchik and her brothers, Don Stowe and Cliff Stowe.
Surviving are her children, Stephen (Christie) Gerasimchik of Epsom, NH, Matthew (Peaches) Gerasimchik of North Chili; her companion, James Clark; 9 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; her sister, Cheryl (Joe) Flint of Silver Springs; her sisters-in-law, Becky Stowe of Silver Springs and Laura Gerasimchik of Silver Springs.
Friends may call Sunday 1 – 3 & 5 – 6 PM at Robinson & Hackemer Funeral Home, 246 N. Main St., Warsaw where a service will be held immediately following calling hours at 6 PM. Burial will be at a later date at Glenwood Cemetery, Perry.
January 15, 2012 : Calling Hours for Theda I. Gerasimchik - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
January 15, 2012 : Calling Hours for Theda I. Gerasimchik - 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
January 15, 2012 : Funeral Service for Theda I. Gerasimchik - 6:00 PM
Jan 17.12 from Natalie:
I got to know Theda growing up, she went to my Grandparents for ceramics, she was a great lady who always had a smile on her face and was always laughing, she will be missed!
Jan 16.12 from Tasha:
Thank You to all who have said kind words about Grandma. She will be sadly missed, but we all know she is happy where she is now. Thank You to all who were here to help the Gerasimchiks through this difficult time.
Jan 16.12 from Clint Cleveland:
Steve and Christie and Family; Sorry to hear about your loss.
Jan 16.12 from Stephen:
Thank You to everyone for their thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Mom will be deeply missed by all. A special thanks to Jack Marsh and Ed Wing for making her service so special, she would be very happy. Steve
Jan 15.12 from Randy& Angie keaton:
Steve and all the families of your Mom's,So very sorry to hear about your loss,Theda was a very special person to all who knew her,Keep all the good memories in your heart and we have you in our thoughts and prayers.
Jan 15.12 from Vikki Mariano:
Dear Matt & Peaches
Your Mom was a very special person and I was glad I had the chance to meet her.
We always hold a very special place for those who have taught us to love and cherish life. This is our inheritance which we pass on to our children.
Love to you all - Vikki & John
Jan 15.12 from Joseph Lisi:
HI Matt,
Our prayers are with you and your family at this time. It has been a difficult time these past couple of years but be strong and keep your mom in your heart and she will always be there.
My sincerest condolences for you loss
Joe Lisi
Jan 15.12 from Sheila:
To All:
I am so sorry for your loss. Theda was one of the most loving, gentle people I know. I am truly grateful that she was a part of my life. I loved her very much (although taking her shopping could at times be an all day adventure
) You are all in my thoughts and prayers during the time of loss.
Jan 14.12 from Donna and Charlie:
Matt and Peach,
She was a very special person. She has been part of all our lives for a very long time. She truly was our family as well. She will be missed so very much. She is not suffering any longer and she is with people that love her also. Love you so much!!
Jan 13.12 from Peaches & Matt:
Mom, we love and miss you very much.
Jan 13.12 from Linda:
Matt, God Bless your family at this time...
Jan 13.12 from Roger and Jane Stephens:
Our thoughts and sympathies are with you all. May Theda be at peace now, she has suffered so much.
Jan 13.12 from Walter D. Monteleone II:
Cindy and I are saddened at the loss of aunt theda, our thoughts and prayers go out to the Gerasimchik family.
With Love
Cindy and wally
Jan 13.12 from Barbara (Ebner) Atwell:
Steve and Christie, I am so sorry for your loss. Love and miss you.
Jan 13.12 from Sharon True:
Dear Family, It is sad to see such a wonderful person taken from us. I worked with Theda at Champion and you could not have asked for a nicer person. She did touch everyone she knew. She will be greatly missed by many. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jan 13.12 from shirley wolfer:
Cher,joe becky,stephen,mattn families, so sorry to hear about your mom n sister,know that my prayers are with u.
Jan 12.12 from Paul and Carolyn Northrup:
We only knew Grandma Theda a short time. She was very sweet and friendly and welcomed us into the family. We will
miss her. Please know you are all in our hearts and prayers during this time. Love Paul and Carolyh