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“esther was a great golf partner and friend to me when i moved back to NY in the late '90's. we enjoyed not only golf but a lot of laughs too. a...Read More »
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1 of 18 | Posted by: tia proper coleman - tampa, FL
“Don, Deb and family - Ann and I send our sincerest condolences. I have so many fond memories - bake beans and home made deserts when we stayed at the...Read More »
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2 of 18 | Posted by: Jim Nielsen - Le Roy, NY
“Dear Don and family,
We are sorry to hear that Esther passed away. We have many fond memories of our relationship with you and her over the years....Read More »
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3 of 18 | Posted by: Ed and Teri Bartos - NY
“Don, words can never say what you feel inside at a time like this. We loved Ester as our mother. She was Nick's second grandmother and I know she...Read More »
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4 of 18 | Posted by: Trudy & Jim Napolitano - TN
“We are so saddened at the passing of Mrs. Bond. She took Bruce under her wing while he was an Ag. student and became a mother to him. He always knew...Read More »
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5 of 18 | Posted by: Bruce and Cindy Tipple - NY
“I was so glad you and Esther were able to attend our family picnic. Memories are a wonderful thing to have. I will always remember the gentleness you...Read More »
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6 of 18 | Posted by: Linda Rullan - Rensselaer, NY
“I cannot think of my grandmother without thinking of her unconditional love for me and my sister that she demonstrated in so many ways. She is one...Read More »
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7 of 18 | Posted by: Allan - Oak Park, IL - grandson
“Don and Family
Our deepest condolences. You and your family are in our
thoughts and prays. We will miss Esther.
Love, Bill & Lillie
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8 of 18 | Posted by: Bill & Lillie Akins - Bushnell, FL
“May you alwyas be aware that
you are loved beyond measure
and may your heavenly wings cast a
shadow over those you love giving them
comfort, joy and...Read More »
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9 of 18 | Posted by: Brenda Jean O'Neill/Gates
“Did you know that there are 25 eighteen hole golf courses in heaven? I hear they are the most beautiful courses you could ever see. Each one more...Read More »
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10 of 18 | Posted by: Brenda Jean O'Neill/Gates - NY
“DEBBY,
WE ARE SO SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER. I DIDN'T REALLY KNOW HER, OF COURSE, BUT FROM THE OBIT, IT APPEARS SHE WAS QUITE THE WOMAN.....Read More »
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11 of 18 | Posted by: RICH PERRYMAN - OLD HICKORY, TN
“I am glad we got to see both of you on our last trip to NY. What I remembar the most are the nights after the park closed and we would all go to the...Read More »
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12 of 18 | Posted by: Bob @ Peggy Hoffman - Tuscaloosa, AL
“Dear Don,
We are so sorry for your loss of Ester.
She was my bingo partner we always had such fun.
I remember our trip to Montreal and the slot...Read More »
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13 of 18 | Posted by: Bll and Theresa Seymour - NY
“Working of Bill W.'s program is what helps me though most everything. One of are slogens is to take life one day at a time. I am a daughter of one of...Read More »
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14 of 18 | Posted by: denise dufresne - Plattsburgh, NY
“We are so sad to hear of Ester's passing. Ester was my bingo buddy and a very special person to me. I'll always remember our trip to the slot...Read More »
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15 of 18 | Posted by: Bill and Theresa Seymour - NY
“So sad to hear Grandma passed this morning. She was dearly loved and will be greatly by us all. Sending you our love.
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16 of 18 | Posted by: Allan, Carrie, and kids - IL
“Uncle Don - Hoping your treasured memories, and knowing she is at peace now, bring you comfort day by day . You are in our thoughts and prayers today...Read More »
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17 of 18 | Posted by: Brenda Ridge - Hopatcong, NJ
“Dear Dear Don: We were so saddened to hear about our wonderful friend Esther has passed away. She was always so bright and cheerful, regardless of...Read More »
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18 of 18 | Posted by: John and Sandy Goodroe - Westport
Cobleskill- Esther A. Bond, born November 20, 1928 in Hanover, N.H., died peacefully at home March 18, 2010 with her husband, Donald, daughter and granddaughter by her side. She is survived by her husband, Donald, her daughter Debra (Bruce) Wollaber of Nashville, TN and Summit, NY, four grandchildren: Allan (Carrie) Wollaber of Oak Park, Il., Diane (Rajan) Chudgar of Round Rock, Tx., Lori (Shawn) Roberts and Lynn (Lenny) Bacon both of Sedalia, Mo. and 8 great-grandchildren. Don and Esther had looked forward to celebrating their 60th anniversary in July by touring Howe Caverns as they did on their honeymoon and welcoming a new great-grandson in June.
Her parents Wm.Benton Adams and Hattie Wilkie Adams, her brother, Richard, and her daughters Linda (1958) and Sharon (2005) predeceased her.
A native of Etna, NH, Esther attended schools in New Hampshire and graduated from Hanover High in 1946. She worked with her father with Morgan horses and with English Setters. Active in school activities and sports, she met her husband in 10th grade, dated him through high school, his 2 years in the U.S. Navy, a year of prep school and first year of college, then married July 7, 1950 in Etna NH. Don and Esther’s first two daughters were born as Don finished college; they moved to Dolgeville, NY where she gave birth to a third daughter and began her career as an executive secretary at Daniel Green Slipper Company.
Upon moving to Cobleskill in 1964 she worked as the secretary to the Department Chair of the Agricultural Division at SUNY Cobleskill until her retirement. Esther enjoyed her retirement years by traveling with Don in their motor home for 25 years, crossing the U.S. three times, enjoying visits to her daughters’ families in Montana and Tennessee. A “Snowbird”, they traveled to Florida for the winter, staying in 85 different campgrounds in Florida.
Don and Esther have been members of the Cobleskill Golf and Country club for over 30 years, taking part in league tournaments and Intercounty competitions. Esther was able to play golf in 29 states in 112 different golf courses. Her passions for grandchildren, golf, embroidery, bridge, Bingo and visiting casinos all over the country made her life exciting and enjoyable. In the late 1970’s, the relationships she developed with the friends of Bill W. helped her through her problem and established more life-long friendships. She was a member of Cobleskill United Methodist Church for 46 years.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Sunday, March 21, 2010 at Mereness-Putnam Funeral Home, 171 Elm St., Cobleskill with Rev. Pam Mikel Hayes of the Cobleskill United Methodist Church officiating. Friends are also invited to a period of visitation to be held at the funeral home from 6 to 8 PM on Saturday. Inurnment will be in Cobleskill Rural Cemetery, Hillview Section at 9:30 AM on Wednesday, June 3, 2010.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in her memory to Catskill Area Hospice and Palliative Care, 795 East Main Street, Suite 11, Cobleskill, N.Y. 12043 or to the Cobleskill United Methodist Church, 109 Chapel Street, Cobleskill, NY 12043.
Memorial Service
March 21, 2010
2:00 PM
Mereness-Putnam Funeral Home
171 Elm Street
Cobleskill, NY 12043
Visitation
March 20, 2010
6:00 PM
to 8:00 PM
Mereness-Putnam Funeral Home
171 Elm Street
Cobleskill, NY 12043
Committal Service
June 02, 2010
9:30 AM
Cobleskill Rural Cemetery, Hillview Section
Quarry St.
Cobleskill, NY 12043
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Did you know that there are 25 eighteen hole golf courses in heaven? I hear they are the most beautiful courses you could ever see. Each one more perfect than the last. The fairways, the greens and even the roughs are just perfect. I hear there are also bridge, pinochle and games of hearts are being played in the club house. I bet my Mom and Dad gather there to play. They didn't play golf but they sure loved to play cards. I remember all those nights as a kid when Don and Ester would come to play cards with my parents, eating snacks, and talking, sometimes the games were serious other times lots of laughter, chatter and fun. Those were the good old days for them all I'm sure. I hope you meet my Mom and Dad at the card tables, sit down, play a few hands, laugh, listen to Dad's old fishing stories as mom complains he's told them a thousand times before. Stir up a good cold drink of ice tea and relax, enjoy eternity in a place that is suited just for you. Mom and Dad may disappear from time to time because I hear there are some pretty awesome lakes to fish in for the avid fisherman in heaven. You will find my parents there in a small boat, whispering as they quietly spend the day together doing what they loved most. Oh don't forget to get back in time for the baseball game, it starts at 1 pm I hear. I'm sure you have met up with Sharon already, I know that will put a smile on your face and make your heart whole again. Life is a wondrous adventure, you played hard, loved much and enjoyed life to the fullest. My heart goes out to Don for I know he is going to face some really lonely times without you. Just remember that love never dies, in our hearts, our dreams and in the twilight sky our loved ones are with us always and forever. I was told once by a wise old woman (my Grandmother) that when you get to heaven God gives you a star to place in the sky so that everyone you love can look up at the night sky and know that you are watching over them. I know your star is going to shine bright for those you love.............Be not sorrowful. Find joy in everything around you and remember to tell the people you love how much they mean to you. Give Mom and Dad a hug for me, tell them I love them and I miss them. They say that it gets easier over time........they are wrong, it never does. Every day is a struggle, every day my heart aches, every day I cry a tear for you..........................now just a few more.........With fond memories I say to you.......In the shadow of your heavenly wings may those you love find comfort......................Brenda
Did you know that there are 25 eighteen hole golf courses in heaven? I hear they are the most beautiful courses you could ever see. Each one more perfect than the last. The fairways, the greens and even the roughs are just perfect. I hear there are also bridge, pinochle and games of hearts are being played in the club house. I bet my Mom and Dad gather there to play. They didn't play golf but they sure loved to play cards. I remember all those nights as a kid when Don and Ester would come to play cards with my parents, eating snacks, and talking, sometimes the games were serious other times lots of laughter, chatter and fun. Those were the good old days for them all I'm sure. I hope you meet my Mom and Dad at the card tables, sit down, play a few hands, laugh, listen... READ MORE →
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