Elaine W. Hart's Obituary
Elaine W. Hart of Gemini Court, Fort Myers, FL, formerly of Dewittville, NY passed away at the Shell Point Hospice facility in Fort Myers at the age of 91. She was born in Villenova, NY on January 3, 1923. She was preceded in death by her husband of 33 years, Robert, her parents, James B. and Ruth Woodard and a brother, James B. Woodard, Jr. She is survived by brothers, Kenneth Woodard of Chautauqua, NY and Alan Woodard, Sr. of Jamestown, NY. Elaine in, her early years, was valedictorian of her graduating class at Cassadaga Valley Central School in New York. Her career involved working as secretary for the Chautauqua County Executive in Mayville, NY, the Chautauqua County Health Department and as the deputy county treasurer for a total of 33 years. She wintered in Florida for some years before moving to Florida for a total of 30 years. In the early years she was an avid golfer, having played at St. Andrews in Scotland. She also enjoyed bowling with the seniors in the 21st Century bowling leagues. Her many bridge playing friends from the park will miss her as well as her good friend and neighbor, Jean Patton, who assisted Elaine many times when needed. Visitation will be 10am-12pm Friday, November 7, 2014 at Freay Funeral Home 139 S. Erie St., Mayville, NY 14757. Graveside services will immediately follow at Portland Evergreen Cemetery, Portland NY. Online condolences and remembrances may be sent at www.fortmyersmemorial.com
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