In Loving Memory of Erna Susan Lovely

In Loving Memory of Erna Susan LovelyErna Susan Lovely passed peacefully on February 21 with her family at her side.The only daughter of George and Susie Fritz, Erna was born on January 1, 1930 in Brooklyn,New York. Erna was a devoted daughter and sister to her older brother Peter who pre-deceasedher.An excellent student and athlete, Erna was admired by friends and classmates as a warm,gregarious and humble person who was generous in heart and spirit. After graduating fromJamaica High School, Erna earned her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Michiganand her Master of Arts degree from Adelphi University. Erna was blessed to meet and marryThomas Dixon Lovely ("Dick") in 1956 and together they raised two sons, Thomas J. (Alice) andRichard R. (Donna) Lovely. Erna and Dick lived a wonderful married life together for 60 years inGarden City, New York, Sag Harbor, New York and Marco Island, Florida. Dick passed away in2016. In addition to her sons and daughters-in-law, she is survived by six grandchildren who willhave wonderful memories of their Grammy.A caring and devoted teacher, Erna loved her elementary school students, particularly her"kindergarten cherubs," as she would call them. They loved her back and remember her to thisday.A pillar of the community on Long Island, Erna served on the Board of Trustees of NassauCommunity College (NY) and chaired numerous hospital and school organizations and events.Erna challenged her sons to work hard while at the same time letting them know that theywere her pride and joy. Her love of family and appreciation for all were hallmarks of Erna's life.She told people she was a lucky lady to live the life she had, and all who were part of her lifefelt just as lucky having known her. She will be laid to rest beside her husband at Marco IslandCemetery.Please share your memories and condolences at www.oxleyheard.com.

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