New York Marriage Index, 1881-1967MARGEIT - 50TH
Henry and Betty Margeit of Horseheads, will mark their 50th wedding anniversary. Mr. Henry Margeit and the former Betty Gale were married December 23, 1952 in Elmira. The couple has 3 children. They are Patricia Nassar of Ackworth, GA, Lynda Coughlin of Elmira, and Debra Margeit of Arlington, VA. There are 4 grandchildren. Mr. Margeit is retired from Purolator. Mrs. Margeit is retired from Horseheads School District.
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Obituary of Betty Margeit:
MARGEIT, Betty Jean (Gale), age 88, of Horseheads, NY. Betty was born June 19, 1930 in Elmira, NY, daughter of the late Earl and Ernestine (Morse) Gale. She passed away after a brief stay at the Chemung County Nursing Facility. In addition to her parents, Betty was predeceased by her infant son, Ricky Margeit; her loving husband of 52 years, Henry "Hank" Margeit in 2004; her three brothers and four sisters; as well as her sons-in-law, Patrick Coughlin and Krikor Lussinian. She is survived by her daughters, Pat (Jim) Nassar, Lynda (Ken Bell and his son, Brad (Susan) Coughlin, and Debra Lussinian; grandchildren Jimmy and Joey Nassar, Lauren and Jon Coughlin; three great grandchildren; brothers-in-law Thomas (Esther) Margeit and Bob Robinson; sisters-in-law Louise (Ed) Oksinski and Gretha Gale. Many nieces and nephews, including Barb (Jack) Jones and Babe Bavato, who were always there for her. Betty had many dear friends, including Judy, Peggy, Flo and neighbors Anita and Billy. Betty attended Bloomsburg State College in PA and worked as a substitute teacher and teacher's aide in the Horseheads School District for many years. After retirement, Betty and Hank enjoyed their early morning" walking club" at the Arnot Mall. Betty is remembered as a loving and dedicated wife and mother. She also had a special love of animals, and cared deeply for their well-being. Betty's family wishes to extend their sincere thanks and recognition to the staff of Chemung County Nursing Facility (6th floor), CareFirst, and Visiting Angels who all worked tirelessly to support Betty and her family in their time of need. Private services are to be held at the convenience of the family. Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing may make donations in her memory to the Chemung County Humane Society, online or at 2435 NY-352, Elmira, NY 14903; Paradise Garden Animal Haven, online or at 598 Kent Hill Rd, Woodhull, NY 14898; or CareFirst, online or at 3805 Meads Creek Rd, Painted Post, NY 14870.
Obituary of Henry Margeit:
MARGEIT, Henry F. Age 77, of N. Hulett Ave., Horseheads, passed away unexpectedly at home March 1, 2004. His surviving family includes his loving wife of 51 years, Betty (Gale) Margeit; daughters, Patricia (James) Nassar of Acworth, GA, Lynda Coughlin of Elmira, NY, Debra Margeit of Arlington, VA; grandchildren, Lauren and Jonathan Coughlin, and James and Joseph Nassar; brother and sister, Thomas (Esther) Margeit and Louise (Edward) Oksinski, all of Horseheads; and many nieces, nephews, and close and caring friends. Henry was also predeceased by an infant son, Ricky Margeit; son-in-law, Patrick Coughlin; and sister, Marie Addabbo. Henry was a communicant of St. Mary Our Mother Church in Horseheads. He retired in 1990 from Purolator Products in Elmira where he worked in material planning. A veteran of the US Army, Henry was, in his youth, a standout athlete and graduate from EFA. He continued his passion of both baseball and softball assisting with volunteer clinics for area high school and college softball pitchers. He was an avid golfer and member of Mark Twain Golf Course. A loving husband father and grandfather, Henry was a true gentleman always willing to extend himself to others. His love, cheerfulness, and many acts of kindness will me missed by all who knew him. Friends are invited to call at the Barber Funeral Home, 413 So. Main St., Horseheads, on Thurs., March 4, 2004, from 4 to 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated in St. Mary Our Mother Church, 816 W. Broad St., Horseheads, on Friday, March 5, 2004, at 10:30 a.m. with interment to follow in Woodlawn Cemetery, Elmira. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to express their sympathy may do so with memorials to a charily of one's choice.
