GANSEVOORT – Gloria Lynn Minet, 76, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2025, after a long battle with cancer. She was known in the community, loved and will be missed. Out of respect of her wishes there will be no services.

CAPE CORAL, FL – Ruth Meissner, 83, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025. Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, to Carl and Margaret Thiemsen, Ruth lived a life full of love, laughter, and strength. Ruth spent her childhood on Long Island, New York, alongside her two sisters. She courageously overcame polio, enduring many months in an iron lung before emerging stronger than ever – a lasting testament to her determination, resilience, and will to live. On a blind date, she met the love of her life, William “Bill” Meissner, and the two were inseparable from that day forward. They shared 65 wonderful years together, building a beautiful family and a lifetime of cherished memories. 

Ruth was the devoted mother of Lisa, William (Wendy), and Melissa (Manuel); beloved grandmother of Alejandro, Shaundra (Jason), and Megan (Jay); and great-grandmother of Selena, Cora, and Jonah. She is also survived by her sister Joyce and was predeceased by her parents and sister Carol. 

Ruth had a rare gift for making everyone feel at home. With her radiant smile, quick wit, and compassionate heart, she could light up any room. People often said you could tell her anything, and she listened without judgment—earning her the affectionate nickname “Doctor Ruth.” 

Her career reflected her nurturing and capable spirit. She began as a volunteer with Planned Parenthood, later working in medical records for over 20 years before becoming office manager at Thorobred Feed, where she brightened the days of countless customers with her humor and kindness. Ruth was endlessly creative – an avid reader, painter, decorator, and lover of music and nature. Together with Bill, she built or transformed several homes from the ground up: first in Hadley, then Saratoga Springs, Middle Grove, and finally Cape Coral. She cherished time spent boating in Oswego, where she proudly captained the boat, and loved fishing with Bill, often catching the biggest fish. Ruth’s warmth, humor, creativity, and compassion touched everyone she met. Her strength and zest for life will continue to inspire all who had the joy of knowing her. Ruth will be remembered for her laughter, her boundless creativity, her love of nature, and the deep kindness she shared with family and friends alike. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Ruth’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Planned Parenthood, or the ASPCA.

WILTON – Nora Louise (Honor) Olsen, age 72, of Wilton, New York, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025.

Born in Brooklyn, New York, Nora was the beloved daughter of the late John and Neriede Bardon. She was a proud graduate of St. Peter’s Academy, Class of 1971, where she formed lifelong friendships and nurtured her passion for the arts.

Nora was an avid painter and artist, whose creativity and gentle spirit touched all who knew her.

She is survived by her devoted husband, Mark Olsen; her loving daughters Natasha (Jim) Kreuter, Marisa Bencivenga, and Brittany Bencivenga; her cherished granddaughter Kendall Kreuter; her beloved siblings Tom Bardon, Dan (Jackie) Bardon, Chris (Marian) Bardon, and Kevin (Linda) Bardon; and her half brother James (Linda) Quinn.

She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins, all of whom held a special place in her heart.

Nora was preceded in death by her brothers John Bardon, Michael Bardon, and Timothy Bardon.

Funeral services will be held in Wilton, New York, with details to be announced.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Parkinson’s Foundation in Nora’s honor. Contributions may be made online at www.parkinson.org or by mail to: Parkinson’s Foundation, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131.

For online condolences, visit www.compassionatefuneralcare.com.