Tanis Donna Lefer

November 13, 1960 - March 16, 2010

Tuckahoe

Visitation: Thursday 6-9 PM March 18, 2010 at Westchester Funeral Home, Inc.

Funeral: 10 AM March 19, 2010 at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

Tanis Donna Lefer, 49, of Tuckahoe. She was born on November 13, 1960. After a horrific three year war with adrenocortical cancer, Tanis lost her final battle on March 16, 2010. Beloved wife of George, Cherished mother of Melissa, Elisabeth and James. Cherished daughter of Rita and the late Donald E. Murray, and sister of Susan Cole. She is survived by her mother in law Pat Lefer, brothers in law Angelo Lefer and James Cole, her nieces Corinne and Jaclyn Cole, and her nephews Matthew and Andrew Lefer. Tanis was an active member of the Greek church and involved in many church and community activities. She will be remembered with love and sorely missed by all. The family will receive friends at the WESTCHESTER FUNERAL HOME, INC. EASTCHESTER Thursday from 6-9 PM. Service at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church on Friday March 19 at 10 AM . Interment to follow at Kensico Cemetery. Friends who wish may contribute to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Sunday School, 10 Mill Road New Rochelle, NY 10804 or TGEN Cure ACC Research Tgen.org in her memory.

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Posted at: 3/19/2010 6:01 PM
By: Maron Family
We are very sorry for your loss. Words can not express our condolences. If there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to contact us. Although we had not been in touch recently, we have fond memories of Tanis. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Sincerely, April, Jeff, Rachel, Heather and Megan Maron

Posted at: 3/19/2010 4:27 PM
By: Lana Schnitzer
George, Melissa, Libby and James.... I am deeply sorry for your loss.

Posted at: 3/18/2010 2:32 PM
By: Angie and Gabe Rivera, Aspa Totonis
George, Melissa, Elisabeth and James, we are sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Posted at: 3/18/2010 10:32 AM
By: Totonis Family
George, Melissa, Libby and James, We are so sorry for your loss. Tanis , was a great person and our memories of her will live on. We feel your pain and please know we are all there for you. Anything you need please let us know. With Love, Alexia, Sophia, Nicholas, Gina and Jim.

Posted at: 3/18/2010 9:43 AM
By: Janet
Dear George,Melissa,Libby and James I'm so sorry your mother was a great person I'm going to miss her. We are here for you. Love Chris, Janet, Jessica Angelina Letizia

Posted at: 3/17/2010 7:50 PM
By: Doretta and Neil Tarangioli tom, amanda, and Jess
We are thinking of all of you. In the past three years Tanis taught so many of us more than we will ever learn in a life time. We will miss her. Love to all.

Posted at: 3/17/2010 7:49 PM
By: Janine Mitchell
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Tanis was a wonderful woman

Posted at: 3/17/2010 7:22 PM
By: Maria Connors
Tanis...I will miss you dearly. A piece of my heart has gone with you & will be there with you through eternity. George, Melissa, Elisabeth & James - Tanis was a very special person who was loved and will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Posted at: 3/17/2010 6:37 PM
By: Peggy and Danny Belles
George, Melissa, Libby and James, Please know that we are praying for your whole family. Words can never express how much she meant to so many people. She loved her family so deeply. We will miss her so much. There was nobody that could make us laugh like her. She was so funny and such a beautiful person. A true friend that will live on in our hearts forever. We are here for you. All of our love and prayers, Peggy, Danny and Family

Posted at: 3/17/2010 5:48 PM
By: Karry Callanan and Family
Tanis has been an inspiration throughout her trials and tribulations. I only hope to have 1/2 her courageous, humor, and determination. Our love and prayers.

Posted at: 3/17/2010 3:26 PM
By: Dino & Mary Kousoulas
Dear George, Melissa, Elisabeth and James. So sorry to hear of Tanis' passing. May all the beautiful memories you have sustain you at this time. She was a beautiful person and will surely be missed by all. May her memory be eternal.

Posted at: 3/17/2010 12:24 PM
By: Tony and Marie Buonocore
George, Melissa, Libby and James: We are so deeply sorry for your tremendous loss. Tanis (Mom) fought a courageous fight. We truly feel your pain and hope as time and memories bring healing, may you once again find comfort and hope in your hearts. Again, we are so, so, sorry!! My Mom sends her condolences too, see will be missed in the neighborhood!