Marilyn J. Thomas

Woodgate ï¿" Marilyn June Thomas, 77, of Capron Road died unexpectedly on October 30, 2009 at Faxton-St. Lukeï¿(TM)s Healthcare in New Hartford of complications following surgery. Marilyn was born in Kingston, NY on July 29, 1932, a daughter of the late Archambault C. and Margaret (Marnett) Thomas. She graduated from Kingston schools and attended Cortland State College, where she was awarded a Bachelorï¿(TM)s degree in 1953, followed by a Masterï¿(TM)s degree from Syracuse University. Miss Thomas began her career as a Health and Physical Education teacher and athletic team coach in 1954. She taught at Waterville Central School and Rome Free Academy before accepting a position at the Watertown City School System. Upon retiring in 1994, Marilyn moved into her summer camp on White Lake at Woodgate, NY. She was a member of the Adirondack White Lake Association, Woodgate Pines Golf Club, and the Alpha Zeta society. She enjoyed doing volunteer work at the Woodgate Free Library. Survivors include a brother, A. Charles Thomas of West Hurley, NY; two sisters, Isabella Steltz and her husband, Arthur, of West Hurley, and Marguerite Ann Bonestell of NC; several nieces and nephews; and a very close friend, Shirley Hodge. She was predeceased by a brother, Ronald B. Thomas in 2005. A graveside service will be held at the convenience of the family. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 6, 2009 from 2-6 p.m. at the White Otter Fish & Game Club, Woodgate, NY. Contributions in Marilynï¿(TM)s memory may be made to the Woodgate Volunteer Fire Department or the Woodgate Free Library, Woodgate, NY 13494. Arrangements are under the direction of Trainor Funeral Home, Inc., 143 Schuyler Street, Boonville, NY 13309.