BORN

1925

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home

38 State St.

Middleport, New York

Novina Ander Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 20, 2011.

Novina R. Ander


Of Middleport passed away Wednesday evening October 19, 2011 at the Medina Memorial Healthcare Center.

Mrs. Ander was born in the Town of Hartland on November 14, 1925 daughter of the late George and Alice (Lubs) Phillips.

She was employed at the Heinz Company for several years before retirement and she was a member of
Holy Trinity Parish/St.Stephen's RC Church in Middleport .

She enjoyed her family, doing yardwork and flower gardening.

She was predeceased by her husband Joseph Ander in 2001 and a daughter JoAnn Vanderwalker Pitcher in 1987 and by siblings, Howard Phillips, George Phillips, David Phillips, Wayne Phillips, Homer Phillips and Marjorie Enderby.

She is survived by two children Robert (Carol) Ander of Gasport and Sandra (Edward) Alvord of Lockport, six grandchildren four great grandchildren ;a brother Allen (Gladys) Phillips of Basom and a sister Mildred Bayne of Rochester.

She is also survivied by several nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Sunday from 2 to 4 PM and 7 to 9 PM at the Bates, Wallace & Heath Funeral Home, 38 State St., Middleport.

Members of Holy Trinity Parish will meet at the funeral home Sunday at 2PM for a Vigil Service.

Funeral services will be held Monday at 11:00 AM at Holy Trinity Parish/St. Stephen's Church, 21 Vernon St., Middleport, NY., where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Daniel J. Fawls.

Burial will follow in Hartland Central Cemetery.

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October 24, 2011

Ellen Genet-Baxter

Dearest Sandy, Bob, and the entire family,

We are extremely saddened to hear about the loss of your mom. She was such a sweet lady and an amazing woman who seemed to have more energy than all of us combined. Our deepest sympathies go out to you all, as well as apologies that we can not be there to support you at this heartbreaking time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers today and in the days ahead.

With love,
Chris & Ellen (Genet) Baxter

October 22, 2011

Elise Krencik

Dear Sandy, I will miss going out for flowers with your Mom. We always had so much fun. I remember caring for a flower in my garden and wait for it bloom, only to told by your Mom that it was a weed! Your Mom had the greenest thumb. She had the best flower garden. I am proud to have some of her flowers in my garden. Your Mom and I shared the love for peach pie. When you and your Mom,
would go shopping, She often pick up a small pie to me.
I will miss her dearly.

October 22, 2011

Joseph Ander

Dear Robert and Sandra, We are so saddened to hear about the passing of Aunt Novina. We always enjoyed her company and conversations when we visited NY for our family reunion picnics. She was such a sweetheart, she will be greatly missed. Much love, Joe, Rose, and family.

October 21, 2011

Marlene Sanza

Dear Erin,

I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved grandmother. I am thinking of you during this time with prayers.

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