Obituary of Eleanor J Stockbridge

Eleanor Stockbridge, 85, of Kirkland Ave went home to The Lord Monday, October 13, 2014 with her loving family by her side. Born in Utica, NY June 10, 1929, the daughter of Ruth (Peterson) Dwyer and Richard Dwyer. Eleanor was a lifelong resident of Clinton, NY and graduated from Clinton Central High School. On November 26, 1947, she married the love of her life, Aime "Bud" Stockbridge at the Church of the Annunciation in Clark Mills, NY. They were married for 60 years and raised four beautiful children. In addition to raising a family, Eleanor was a very talented artist, singer, and had a great appreciation for the performing arts. Ellie and Bud travelled the world together, including visiting her ancestral homeland of Ireland. She is survived by her son Gary and his wife Jackie, son Michael and his wife Kathy, daughter Susan and her husband Keith, nine grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and one great, great grandchild. She was predeceased by her husband Bud, her son Richard, and sister Mary Ruth. Friend and family are invited to call on Thursday, October 16 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at Owens-Pavlot & Rogers funeral home at 35 College St. Clinton, NY. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 17, at 9:30 AM at St. Mary's Church in Clinton. A special thanks is extended to the staff at St. Elizabeth's hospital for the excellence of care provided in Eleanor's last days. The care she received was so exceptional, we cannot thank them enough. Additionally, the family wants to thank Shirley and Lisa for their devotion and love for our mother and grandmother. Please consider donations on Eleanor's behalf to the Wounded Warriors Project or the Disabled American Veterans.