Obituary of Doris Holly

Doris Marie Holly of Endicott, New York Doris Marie Holly, 82, of Endicott, died Sunday, September 14, 2008, in her home. She was predeceased by her mother and father, Frances R. and Harold F. Holly; two sisters, Anita M. Patton and Evelyn J. Pullano. Doris is survived by her nephews, David H. Patton (Susan), Charlottesville, Virginia, Christopher R. Pullano (Ellen), Apalachin, New York, Dale R. Pullano (Ann Marie), Denver, Colorado; and one niece, Cynthia A. Challis, Richmond, Virginia. The family extends their deepest thanks and appreciation to Doris's neighbors, Dan and Dorothy Wells, Ron and Nancy Hull, Dave and Pat Bidwell and her special friend, Kathryn Hawley. Their generous caring and support was a great comfort for many years. Doris was a legal secretary for the same law firm in Binghamton for 45 years. She was an avid fan of U-E football and booster club member. Her mother attended games before the First World War when Doris's father played on the team. The tradition continued with Doris until ill health forced her to give up her cherished season seats in the 1990's; a two generation span of over 75 years, rarely missing a home or away game. She bowled for decades with the "Five Misses" and it was always a treat for us kids to go watch her bowl on a Friday night. She was a diehard Yankee and Giant fan. Doris loved her home and family, she will be greatly missed. A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 20th, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at at the Coleman & Daniels Funeral Home, 300 East Main Street, Endicott. The Rev. Brown Naik, Pastor of Wesley Methodist Church, West Corners, will officiate. The family will receive friends 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Saturday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Doris's memory to the Union-Endicott Football Booster Club, P.O. Box 37, Endicott, New York 13760.