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YORK, Elizabeth 93 of Brookville, passed away peacefully Wednesday, May 3, 2017. Elizabeth was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 35 years Robert L. York in 1997, two brother's Thomas Parks, James Coffey, and sister, Gladys Gregory, grandson Eric Ziska. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter, Sandra Ziska of New Lebanon, her granddaughter Kimberly (David) Gentry and grandson Dale Ziska all of New Lebanon; one great-granddaughter Tanya Roberts, two great-great-grandchildren Brendyn and Skyleigh Carter all of Miamisburg, her lifelong friend Reva Miller, step-daughter Judith York, two step-grandchildren Carrie Armstrong – Murrey, Lester Burgman all of Versailles, Ohio and a host of family and friends in Ohio and Zephyrhills, Florida where she lived for 24 years. Elizabeth was professional clown known as BJ The Clown with her dog Cricket, she was a hospital volunteer in Dayton and Pasco County, Florida, Shriners and Children's Hospitals in Dayton and Florida. She was a member of Eastern Star, enjoyed clowning, playing guitar, organ, singing and clogging and camping. Memorial service will be held Friday May 26 at 1 pm at Brookhaven Nursing Home Activity Room, 1 Country Lane, Brookville, Ohio 45309 with a gathering of family and friends to follow services. Graveside service will be held at 11 am, Monday, June 5, 2017 at the Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL. Arrangements entrusted to the TOBIAS FUNERAL HOME ENGLEWOOD CHAPEL. Contributions in memory of Elizabeth may be made to Brookhaven Nursing Home, 1 Country Lane, Brookville, Ohio 45309 or Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Avenue, Dayton, Ohio 45420. Messages of support and sympathy to Elizabeth's family may be made at: www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.
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May 27, 2017
Suzette House
I never got to meet you in this life, but anyone who can raise a family like yours ( that I truly love), volunteer to help sick children and put a smile on everyone's face, I'm saddened that I didn't meet you. So we'll meet in the next one. Rest In Peace sweet lady
May 25, 2017
Kimberly Gentry
The day you left my life fell apart
My heart never felt so much pain
The sky's came together and dropped slot of rain
All I know is I will never quite be the same again
Your the reason I became who I am
You held me in the palm of yor hand
You thought me right from wrong
But the day you left everything seemed to go wrong
I will hold you close in my memory and in my heart forever
Until my last tear drop falls
Now sleep with the angels
And let your heart rest
Although my heart is broken
I know god only takes the best
So Sind and dance with the angels
And go through the pearly gates
I'll see you while I'm sleeping and in my dreams
Although this pain is painful
And I really don't want to let you go
I'll wait till god takes me
So we can come together one day and glow
So until the day I close my eyes forever
And I see your smiling face
I'll lock you in my heart
Until our hands meet once again.
I love and miss you grandma
May 16, 2017
Marlene Froning
Aunt Betty was a beautiful person she always gave of herself unconditionally. Uncle Bob was the love of her life and he passed away many years ago, since his death she had wanted to be with him. God has granted her that wish. I am positive they are holding hands with Cricket right by their side, I am sure Uncle Bob was ready for that photo moment. Aunt Betty has completed all the aunt's and uncle's, all the York's together again.
Love and Peace to the Family and may God give you comfort while you struggle with her loss.
Rick and Marlene (Smith) Froning
Wapakoneta
May 15, 2017
Although you do not know me, I want to offer my sincere condolence for your loss. Betty was a generous and loving person who gave my father many years of happiness.
Karen (York) Oldiges, Versailles, Ohio
May 15, 2017
Kathy Justice
Thank you for putting me in the corner. And for making me not afraid of clowns anymore. My condolences to Kim, Dave, Dale, Sandy, Tanya, Brendan, Sky. And to all her family and friends.
May 11, 2017
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Carolyn Beck
Aunt Betty was a wonderful person always saying good and doing for other people Loved my uncle Robert and will no longer miss him. Always enjoyed time spent with them.
May 10, 2017
Kimberly Gentry
I love and miss you so much grandma!!
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