Elizabeth Lewis Anderson Von Bacho
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Elizabeth Lewis Anderson Von Bacho Greece: Born August 27, 1935 in Portland, Oregon; passed Tuesday, October 16, 2018. Predeceased by her parents, Arthur and Alma Anderson; husband, Paul S. Von Bacho, Jr. Survived by her children, Paul S. Von Bacho, III (Laurel Baglia), Stephanie E. Von Bacho (Scott Trumbower); dear friends. Elizabeth grew up in Seattle, Washington where she was an original member of the Mountaineers, the outdoor adventure equipment co-op where members shared their love for the outdoors. The co-op later became REI and all of the original members are know by their “low” numbers. Elizabeth loved to ski, hike and climb the mountains of the Pacific Northwest. Working summers on Mt Rainier at the Paradise Inn allowed her the opportunity to climb the mountain on her time off. Elizabeth attended Cottey Preparatory College in Nevada, Missouri before returning to Seattle to graduate from the University of Washington with a Bachelors degree in chemistry. She spent some of youth in Greece, New York on her mother’s family’s (Clarke) farm. After college she took a position at the Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester, NY where she met her future husband Paul. They built a house in Greece where she has lived nearly 60 years. After loosing her husband, Elizabeth focused her energy and time on healthy eating, eastern medicine, practicing Tai Chi, Reiki, and yoga. She traveled extensively, taking pictures from all over the world and loved to share her adventures through travel-logs. Elizabeth was an active member of Sigma Kappa Sorority, the Rochester Power Squadron, the Rochester Academy of Science Mineral Section, and the Lapidary Society. She supported the Greece library, and the Genesee Land Trust. Friends may call Friday (Oct 19th) 4-7 PM at Vay-Schleich and Meeson, 1075 Long Pond Road. Her Funeral Service will be held Saturday (Oct 20th) 10:00 AM in the funeral home chapel. Interment, Falls Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Genesee Land Trust in her memory. For more information or to sign Elizabeth’ s online guestbook, please visit Meesonfamily.com.
I knew Elizabeth from the Rochester Power Squadronettes group and enjoyed talking to her at our events. I will miss her and hearing about her travel adventures. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time.
I met Elizabeth because of Genesee Land Trust, a wonderful land and waterway non-profit in Rochester, where I worked. Elizabeth love the outdoors and was a faithful member and volunteer for the Trust. Elizabeth was a cheerful person – always ready to roll up her sleeves and do what needed to be done. She had a great sense of humor and really cared about the world and its people. She will be greatly missed… Thank you, dear Elizabeth for all you did for so many people and for the GREAT OUTDOORS!
Stephanie & Scott,
Nancy and I were sad to hear of the loss of your mother. May the memories you share bring happiness to you and your family during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy & Sam Guerrieri
I was sad to hear of the passing of one of the finest women I have known. She was more than a sister in law to me. I remember in the early days of her marriage to my brother that they often spent weekend days at Grampa’s cottage on Honeoye Lake. Waterskiing and swimming. She enjoyed meeting the great aunts and uncles and hearing gramps Ralph tell of his lumber jack youth. I regret that we were not close these past years. She will be missed. Paul and Laurel,Stephanie and Scott you had the privilege of knowing and loving one of the most remarkable women of her generation. Be truly proud of her. Love Aunt Pam
Stephanie+Paul, My wife and I were saddened at the loss of your Mom. I was in graduate school at the U.of R with your Dad when Kodak sent him back to get his Ph.D. We met your Mom when they attended our wedding. I enjoyed working with your Dad and hearing many family stories from him.