Rochester, NY: Faith R. Connors, 89, peacefully passed away the early hours of November 2, 2020.
Faith is predeceased by her former husband and father of their nine children, Arthur J. Connors. Faith is survived by her half-sister, Sue Hickey of Boston, MA and her cousin, Marion Sardaro of Norwalk, CT.
Faith is the beloved mother of 9 children, Christopher (Heidi) of Venetta, OR; Mary (John) Meyer of Rochester, NY; Joan (Kevin) Hansston of Sparta, IL; Melanie (Richard) Synakowski of Cleveland, SC; Jonathan (Marybeth) of Rochester, NY; Damien of Livonia, NY; Laurean (Duane) Pelkey of Madrid, NY; Suzanne (Arthur) Straub of Rochester, NY; David (Teresa) of Rush, NY; Faith was also a cherished grandmother to 25 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
Faith was born March 31, 1931 in Greenwich, CT, daughter of the late Effie Benedict and Hendrick Livingston. She earned her Nursing degree from the College of Saint Rose in Albany, NY and worked as a Registered Nurse.
She was a dedicated and active member of the Roman Catholic Church and gave generously to various charitable organizations. Faith was well read, informed regarding current events and loved the arts. She loved classical music, especially opera and would often sing along to opera while cooking or cleaning.
Most of all, Faith loved her family and instilled in her children her strong values. Faith was committed to family dinners together, thus the dining room table served as the classroom for etiquette and table manners on an almost daily basis. A lover of animals, she often adopted a rescue, stray or neglected pet. She was a conservationist, teaching the importance of repurposing and recycling years before it became common practice. She enjoyed sewing, knitting, volunteering at church, helping friends by driving them to various appointments, reading, and completing New York Times crossword puzzles.
Faith, an intelligent, faithful, compassionate, loving, giving mother and friend will be profoundly missed.
To honor Faith’s life please make a contribution to the following charitable organizations.
Open Door Mission- www.OpenDoorMission.com
Food for the Poor- www.FoodForThePoor.org
A Memorial Mass for Faith is planned for in the Spring of 2021. Details will be published at a later date.
Dear Suzanne, Art, Ryan, and Justin Straub, We are sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. What a lady she must have been to have raised such a large family! We hope your wonderful memories of your beautiful mom will bring you much comfort.
Find comfort in friends and family Suzanne. Your family is in our prayers.
To Faith’s family: Faith was a regular participant in the Wednesday Rosary Prayer group at St. Bernard’s Park. Only new her for a few years as a fellow resident but from day one it was obvious Faith prayed to and for our Maker the Lord to help us return to Him for our reward. Faith earned her’s as a faithful servant.
Thank you for sharing how you knew our mother. Faith was a faithful, godly woman.
Faith was a good woman. and a woman of faith. She was resourceful repurposing things before recycling was routine. She loved books, classical music, particularly opera and nature. She had a soft heart for animals and did rescue many. She bore 9 children, an awesome feat in itself and had the joy of seeing them make good lives for themselves. Grandchildren were welcomed and she enjoyed them. Her happiest times were when she was with her offspring and their offspring. She did not fear death and was awaiting rejoining loved one’s in heaven. I am glad to have known her and grateful to her children, especially the daughters who were there for her transition time with devotion and care. May she Rest In Peace.
Thank you Ann for your kind words. We all are thankful Mom is no longer suffering. Prayers and Blessings to you for the New Year.
To Faith’s Family: I met Faith when I emigrated from Jamaica, B.W.I. to study at the College of St. Rose. At the school I knew no one and felt lost and lonely. Faith took me under her wings and thus started a lifetime friendship. When she and Art got married our lives changed but we kept in contact. Thanks for getting in touch and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary, I am so sorry to hear about your mother. Our deepest sympathies. I am sure she is watching over you from heaven. I think of you and your wonderful family of brothers and sisters often over the years since we were roommates in university. Please keep in touch.