Agnes E. Silsby Obituary (1936 - 2024)

FINE --There will be no formal funeral services or visitation for Agnes E. Silsby, age 87, of Fine, NY. She donated her body to science at Upstate Medical Center, Syracuse. Mrs. Silsby passed away on Thursday, June 6, 2024, at Lewis County General Hospital Residential Healthcare Facility and Nursing Home. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Frary Funeral Home, Harrisville. Agnes is survived by five children, Timothy Silsby, Michael Silsby, Paul Silsby, Laurie Blais, and Patrick Silsby; nineteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She was predeceased by four sons, Lonnie Silsby, Frank Silsby, Jr., Mark Silsby and Charles Silsby. Agnes was born on December 26, 1936, in Copenhagen, NY, the daughter of the late James Clifton and Laura L. (Keyes) Whitney. She attended local schools and later obtained her GED going on to graduate from Mater Dei College in Ogdensburg where she obtained her associates degree. Agnes married Frank Silsby at Holiness Church on December 27, 1954. He predeceased her on May 27, 2009. Agnes was employed at the St. Lawrence Office of the Aging as a dietary aide and cook based out of Edwards, NY. Agnes was an avid baker and volunteered her free time taking care of elderly individuals. Online condolences may be made at www.fraryfuneralhome.com.