YOUNGSTOWN Being married for 75 years is quite a milestone for any couple, but a local husband and wife were recognized for that special achievement, as
YOUNGSTOWN Being married for 75 years is quite a milestone for any couple, but a local husband and wife were recognized for that special achievement, as wer
Lucy Buttermark, 85, a founding parent of Eden II for special needs, dies of complications from Covid.
Updated Jan 29, 2021;
Posted Jan 28, 2021
From the left, sons John Jr. and Michael and Lucy and John Buttermark. (Courtesy/Peggy Buttermark) Staten Island Advance
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Lucy (Lucia) Taylor Buttermark, whose altruistic nature, dedication and compassion toward others paved the way for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities, died Jan. 25 due to complications from the coronavirus. She was 85.
Born Lucia Perillo, the Westerleigh resident was a founding parent of the Eden II programs and she held a number of positions within the organization including that of president of the board of trustees.