Obituary of Elizabeth J. Hogestyn

Smethport - Elizabeth J. Hogestyn, 81, of Smethport, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday (October 5, 2021) at home.

 

She was born April 6, 1940 in Rochester, NY, the daughter of Henry and Edna E. Morton Gerken.

 

Elizabeth was employed by Eastman Kodak Co. of Rochester, NY before moving to the area.

 

She was a home-body, tending to the needs of her family.

 

She is survived by:

one daughter: Lori (Jason Vossler) Brock of  Smethport

one son:  David Hogestyn of Florida

four grandchildren:  Marisa, Zack, Brittany and Brianna

one great grandchild:  K. C. James

and several nieces and nephews

 

She was preceded in death by her parents and siblings.

 

Services will be held at the convenience of the family.

 

Memorials, if desired, may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.  Online condolences may be made at www.hartle-tarboxfuneralhomes.com.

 

Arrangements are under the direction of the Hartle-Tarbox Funeral Homes, Inc., Smethport.