Mary Vanscotter, age 101, passed away with her son by her side in Forsyth on February 2, 2018. Mary was born on March 6, 1916 in New York City to Bertrand and Mary (Kelleher) Hansen. She graduated from Hempstead High School on June 25, 1934. She married James Vanscotter at Our Lady of Loreto Catholic Church in Hempstead, New York on April 27, 1946. To this union three children were born: William Vanscotter, Margaret Vanscotter, and Marie Brophy.
Mary worked for Grumman Aerospace as a computer librarian retiring in 1992 at the age of 76. She especially liked to travel and visit family. She always enjoyed meeting people and liked getting to know people.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband James in 1992, her brothers Fred (Dorthy) and Bert (May) Hansen. She was preceded in death by her grandson Daniel Brophy.
She is survived by her children William Vanscotter, Margaret Vanscotter, and Marie (Jack) Brophy. She is survived by her granddaughters Catherine and Abygaele Brophy.
Family graveside services will be held in Cape Vincent, NY at a later date where Mary will be laid to rest next to James in Riverside Cemetery. Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home is assisting with local arrangements. Condolences for the family may be shared at: www.stevensonandsons.com.
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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George & Janet Becker says
Mary was a wonderful friend for many, many years. Our children always referred to her as Grandma Mary. She was always fun to be around and took on the job of supervisor on many of the jobs that her and Bill helped us with over the years. Mary enlightened us with many stories and many of her life experiences from her younger days. She will be missed. Thank you Mary for all the wonderful memories.
The Becker Family
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences Bill.
Jack and Sandi Van Pelt says
Bill
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to you.
Sharon Borla says
I am so sorry for your loss, Bill. Your mother was a lovely lady.
Bob & Pat Corbin says
Bill,
We are so sorry to hear about your mom, she was an amazing lady. Always like to visit with her. RIP Mary.
Sharon Wetsch says
Bill,
I was so sorry to hear that you wonderful Mom passed. She was always so sweet. You took such good care of her, she was so happy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pam and Neal Shelton says
Bill,
We are so sorry for your loss. What a testement to your ca re and love.
Jean & Floyd Dahlman says
We never had the pleasure of meeting your mother, Bill, but she must have been a remarkable
person. She was lucky to have a son like you, so caring and devoted to her. Floyd and I are thinking
of you during this sad time.
Chris Hall says
Hey Uncle Billy, I’m very sorry for your loss. Our family is thinking of you.
I didn’t realize your mother had worked at Grumman. I had worked there for two years as an intern, right as she was retiring. Sometimes, it’s a smaller world than you realize.
Steve Drago says
I have known Mary Van Scotter since I was 11. That was 59 years ago! Bill & I became best of friends while in the 5th grade in Walnut St. Elementary School in Uniondale NY. His Mom always welcomed me into their home as a family member. What a great cook she was especially holidays. I recall the turkey and roast beef dinners and the homemade apple pie (from the apple tree in the yard) and donuts. Of course she was an inspiration to me. She was a homemaker, raised 3 kids and worked a full time job! What an accomplishment! She was always glad to talk to me on the phone or see me. I will miss her greatly. May God bless her. Steve Drago
Connie Brown says
Bill and Family,
I remember Mary’s 100th birthday party that Janet & George Becker held in her honor. It didn’t take long for Mary to get in the party mood, what a wonderful celebration! She couldn’t have asked for a better son, that lovingly took care of his mom these past four years. It will definitely be a change around your home with your mom not there as you knew her. Hold tight the memories and believe she is only a whisper away!
Jon Bosse says
Sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Condolences to you and your family.