Sheila Standish January 26th, 2022
Gaetano Margiotta ”Guy” January 28, 2022
Sheila Standish, passed peacefully on January 26th, 2022 at her place of residence. She was 75.
Avon, NY: At age 89, Guy passed peacefully at his home on January 28, 2022 with family by his side. He was born on March 3, 1932 in Avon, NY to the late Rocco and Paulina (Zito) Margiotta. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his daughter, Mary Beth Martusewicz. Survived by his wife of 69 years, Mary Ann (Stickel) Margiotta and children, Gary Margiotta of Avon and Carol (David) Woodruff of Hemlock; grandson, Benjamin Woodruff of Livonia; and sister, Josephine (Harold) Carney of CA. Also survived by several nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
She was born on December 23rd, 1946 to Merton and Marion Woodard in Naples, NY, who preceded her in death. Sheila is survived by her companion, Maurice Gladding; her children, Mary Ellen, Chuck and Julie Standish. She is also survived by her 4 grandchildren, Jake, Nathan, Molly and Jayden, as well as her sister, Veronica Liddiard.
Guy served in the US Army during the Korean War and was stationed in Alaska until his honorable discharge in 1954. He was a Lifetime Member (1968-2022) of the Joseph Gallipeau American Legion Post 294 in East Avon, NY. Guy helped with the Construction Committee for the new Avon Veterans Hall in East Avon, which was built in 2002-2003. He was also involved in the Avon Civil War Monument Restoration Project in 2005. Guy was also a Lifetime Member (50 years) of the Avon Fire Department and was named the Avon Citizen of the Year in 2014. Over the years Guy was involved in general contracting in the Avon community, volunteering with the Genesee Valley Pony Club, bowling on the Cricket Stables Bowling Team, and participating with the East Avon Pony Trotting Association. He also owned and operated the Country Store at 320 West Main Street in Avon in the early 1970’s with his uncles, Anthony and Sam Zito. He was a member and volunteer for the St. Agnes Church Cemetery and served on the board of directors. Guy had a strong work ethic and great skills to build and repair anything from homes to furniture. He enjoyed refinishing wood furniture pieces and working with stained glass. He loved his family, friends, and community.
Her interests included gardening, reading, and tending to her home. She relished in spending time with her family, friends, and probably most importantly, her dogs. Sheila was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt and friend. She sacrificed any professional career to raise and care for her 3 children. Aside from her children, she spent her remaining years of life in the company of her partner, Maurice Gladding. She was immensely proud of her family, leaving behind nothing but beautiful memories. She will be dearly missed and forever in our hearts. Calling hours will be held on Saturday, February 12th from 12pm-2pm at Baird Funeral Home in Naples, NY. In lieu of sending flowers, those wishing to honor Sheila may consider contributing to Happy Tails Animal Shelter (https:// ontariocountyhumanesociety.org) as animals were so near and dear to her heart.
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At Guy’s request no formal funeral services will be held. In memory of Guy please consider doing a good deed for a person in need or memorial contributions may be made in his memory to the American Cancer Society, 1120 South Goodman Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 or the Joseph Gallipeau American Legion Post 294, PO Box 132, Avon, NY 14414. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com 346-5401
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