Edith M. Barnes

A lifelong resident of Southport, NY, passed away January 31, 2006 at Bethany Manor on her 93rd Birthday.She was born in England on January 31, 1913 to Ernest and Mabel Jebbett, who preceded her in death. Edith immigrated to the United States in 1913 on the Lusitania and married Joseph Frederick Barnes on December 31, 1932.He preceded her in death in 1992.She was also pre-deceased by her son, Private First Class Richard Barnes in 1966; two grandsons, Richard Barnes and Scott Barnes; along with several other family members.Edith is survived by her sons, David (Nancy); Ronald (Sheila); Gerald and Fred (Sheila); daughters, Mary (Tommie) Osenbaugh; Alberta (Kenneth) Andrus; brothers, Ernest and Stanley Jebbett; sister, Alice Gallanger; 18 grandchildren; several great grandchildren; nieces; nephews; and good friends, Betty Aiken; Loretta Howe; and Ellen Carpenter.Edith was well known for her smile and great disposition. She was very proud of her children. Edith worked many years at the former Iszards, the former Sears Warehouse, and Gibson?s Vineyards. She enjoyed making quilts for her family and friends. She also loved to go to church, and attended Elmira Wesleyan Church.She loved gospel music and her flower garden.Family and friends are invited to call at Olthof Funeral Home, Inc., 1050 Pennsylvania Ave. on Friday, February 3, 2006 from 6 to 8 PM, with Funeral and Committal Service there Saturday at 11 AM.Rev. Edward Crandall and Rev. Sydney Aldrich will officiate. Burial will take place in Forest Lawn Memorial Park at the convenience of the family.The family will provide their own flowers and those wishing may remember Edith by contributions to the Elmira Wesleyan Church, 1100 Main St., Elmira, NY 14904.Friends may leave a ?Candle of Remembrance? for the family in Obituaries at www.olthof.com