Eleanor M. Tschopp

Eleanor M. Tschopp, 80, a former resident Owego, and Florida and a resident of Alabama for one year, passed away on Sunday, October 19, 2008, following a period of declining health. Eleanor is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, John and Linda Lohmeyer, her brother, Jimmy Hakes, and sisters Grace Thomas Faberski and Evelyn (David) Reynolds. Also surviving are her grandchildren Michael and Allison Lohmeyer and great grandchildren, Brandon, Jordan and Gavin Lohmeyer.Born on April 20, 1928 in Owego (Waits), NY, Eleanor was the daughter of the late Robert and Jesse (Womelsdors) Hakes. She was predeceased by her husband John Tschopp on March 24, 1997. Eleanor enjoyed knitting and crocheting and had crafted many afghans for family and friends. In Florida she was a member of a kitchen band and enjoyed singing with a group of friends at various functions and playing bingo. A graveside service will be held at 11am on Wednesday, October 22, at Hope Cemetery, Newark Valley. Pastor Kenneth D. Lindsey, Lakeview Chapel of Christian Missionary Alliance, Owego, will officiate. The Cooley Family of the MacPherson Funeral Home, Newark Valley is assisting with arrangements.