Thank you, Mom, Nany, Sister, Aunt, Friend.
You have made all our lives so much richer and warmer, just by being you and letting us be a part of your wonderful life. And there are so many more, who have been waiting for you on the other side, who are now the lucky ones to have you with them.
You blessed this earth for 93 years (May 1,1928 –December 15,2021).
Your parents (Winnie and Anthony Von Gonten) gave you four brothers (John, Gene, Jimmy and Tony) and three sisters (Margaret, Joan and Maria).You shared 36 years of marriage with Fred Heidemann (May 7 1950 thru his death 1983). And during that time, giving life to and nurturing three children (Ricky, Patti and Carole).Patti had four children, your grandchildren and their spouses), Ali Heidemann, Erin Gilroy, Amanda and Chris Constable and Rob and Colleen Baright.. Carole married Peter Williams (your other son, who predeceased you in 2012). They had three children, your grandchildren and their spouses), Pete and Sarah Williams, Paul and Jen Williams and Jillian and Matt Innes. Your son, Rick and his longtime partner, Bill Harding.
You were able to share another lifetime with your second husband, Brendan Farley, for 30 years. The world is blessed with your legacy of seven great grandchildren (Corinne Heidemann, Davey Betterton, Addy and Hensley Constable, Gavin and Kaylee Innes, and Clinton Baright).And one great, great grandchild (Kaia Carr).
Although this last year has been a difficult one, you were blessed with your living angels, who were thereto help you(Chrissy, Kathy, Colleen, Mishel, Ashantae, Shatya, Beth, Nancy and your great granddaughter, Corinne Heidemann).
In the end, with loved ones nearby, and your loyal friend, Suki-Zuzuat your feet, you left this world.
We will all miss you being with us, but we carry you in our hearts and try to follow the example of your wonderful life.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in her name to Hospice,80 Washingtong Street Suite 204, Poughkeepsie NY 12601.Sweet's Funeral will be handling the funeral.
Calling hours will be 8am to 930 am Saturday, December 18th.
Followed by a funeral mass at Regina Coeli Church. With Burial following at St Peter's Cemetery.
To send an online condolence, please visit Winifred's obituary page at www.sweetsfuneralhome.com