1923 – 2023

FARMINGDALE-On Tuesday, October 3, 2023, heaven received another angel. Florence Virginia Choate, 100, passed away peacefully at her son David’s home.

Ginny was born on August 28, 1923, the daughter of Benjamin and Margaret (Batson) Blake.

She is survived by her three sons Daivd (Sandy), Roland (Sue), and Bill (Leanne); grandchildren Roseann, Roland Jr., Nancy, Debbie, Scotty; great grandchildren Tyler, Savanna, Josh, Jordan, Melissa, Anna, Abigail, Charolette, Wyatt.

She was predeceased by her husband Richard S. Choate, and a granddaughter, Tabitha Choate Edmondson.

Her memory will be forever cherished by all.

Special thanks to Florence’s caregiver Sandy who was her constant companion for the last two years. Also special thanks to her five nieces Lynn, Kathy, Bobbie, Brenda, Margie.

At Florence’s request there will be no services.

Arrangements are entrusted with Staples Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 53 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner, Maine. Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the Staples Funeral Home website, www.staplesfuneralhome.com