Condolences
Thursday
21
December
CALLING HOURS
4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home
1550 Route Nine
Clifton Park, New York, United States
Friday
22
December
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Friday, December 22, 2023
Corpus Christi Church
2001 Route 9 (at Ushers Road Exit 10)
Round Lake, New York, United States
IN LIEU OF FLOWERS
In lieu of flowers, please send all monetary contributions to the Gordon C. Emerick Funeral Home. We have set up a Sophia M. John Memorial Scholarship Fund to support a Shenendehowa female graduate who plans on majoring in Finance and could benefit from financial support to pursue her career. Sophia would want to be remembered in this way. Another option to show your support for Sophia would be donating to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in her name.
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Tushar Butala and Mike Parikh planted 10 trees in memory of Sophia John
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
10 trees were planted in memory of
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I cannot imagine the pain and heartache you and your Family are feeling. My heart goes out to you and your family. She will be always in my heart.
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Sania Ayachit uploaded photo(s)
Tuesday, December 26, 2023
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Sophia was the kindest and most wonderful girl to be around. I am so thankful I got to share so many amazing memories with her. Love you forever Soph❤️
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Eddie Caruthers posted a condolence
Monday, December 25, 2023
Hello Mark, I am so very sorry for you all's loss. My heart cries out with you and your family duing this time. Much love my brother, much love!
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Donna and Sean Lewis lit a candle
Saturday, December 23, 2023
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We are very sorry to hear of the loss of Sophia. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
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Anthony & Lori Fresina posted a condolence
Friday, December 22, 2023
We are so very sorry for your loss.
A beautiful, smart young lady.
May god give you and your Family strength during this devastating time.
Our prayers go out to you all.
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Patricia Russell uploaded photo(s)
Friday, December 22, 2023
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There are no words to describe the heartache I feel after losing your precious Sophia. I loved her like she was my own and my children adored her. I think of all the amazing memories we’ve shared- from Lake Placid to camp, Taco Tuesdays, Izzy’s prom, pizza Friday’s, the track, her confirmation and countless more. I cannot imagine what you’re going through, but please know you’re not alone. I’ll be here for all of you forever and we will get through this together. I love you all. May Sophia rest in peace with the angels.
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Quinn Weaver posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Sophia was my person growing up. She was the only person I knew who would always be down to hangout or go on an adventure. Sophia and I did everything together. From florida, to Vermont, to New York City, we were always together. Sophia was truly such a blessing to this earth. She was always the “angel.” Sophia could do no wrong. She was just perfect. She was my rock. She always had a huge smile on her face. She was everyone’s favorite, and just so so loved. The past few years we grew apart as friends do. The last thing I have from her is the kindest message ever. Sophia let me know how grateful she was for that friendship we shared for so long. She told me I was beautiful and kind:) She was always kind. ALWAYS. I have no memory of her ever being angry, only happy. As I struggle to know what to write on here I just want to say that I love Sophia with all of my heart, and I always will. I am so thankful I was able to spend my childhood by her side. There was just no one like her and there never will be. She really was always an angel, way too good for this Earth. I know she is elsewhere, but she will always live within me. Everything I do will be for you Soph. I love you more than anything. Goodbye my Angel❤️
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Kappa Delta Theta Tau posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Sophia was a bright light in our Panhellenic community at Bentley. You could always count on seeing her at every event, and she brought a smile to everyone's faces. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Sophia's family, friends, and sisters of Zeta Rho <3
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Mia LaFargue posted a condolence
Thursday, December 21, 2023
I had a class with Sophia and graduated with her and she was truly always kind to everyone around her. She was always smiling and lending a helping hand even to people she didn’t know well. Memories of her will be all smiles. Prayers to Sophia’s friends and family during this time.
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Trish Myers uploaded photo(s)
Thursday, December 21, 2023
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Sophia was the brightest light and sweetest person I’ve ever met. She was beloved by all her coworkers at 13 North and we cherish our time and memories with her.
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Charlee Kennedy uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Sabrina lit a candle
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Rest in peace to the sweetest soul Sophia
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Brady Levensohn uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Sophia, her twin sister Ava, and I in the Cayman Islands in 2017. One of the best vacations I’ve been on in one of Sophia’s favorite places on Earth.
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Shaelin Gier lit a candle
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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My beautiful girl, my heart is with you forever. I will love you always.
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Juliet Maczuba posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
To have known Sophia was to love her. I will forever remember the time I got to spend with her as she was the happiest most cheerful soul to be around. May she rest in peace.
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Heidi Shull lit a candle
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Bailey Walencik posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Sophia was one of those people who lit up the room when she walked in. Her smile and can do attitude impacted everyone around her. She was one of the most beautiful girls inside and out. Growing up with her and her sisters was one of the best things about living in Robinwood. Playing outside with the dogs, biking around all together, making food or playing Wii in the basement. Taking trips up to camp all together in the get silly mobile. It won’t be the same without Soph. But I am beyond grateful for the time that I got to spend with such an amazing woman. She will be forever missed but never forgotten.
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Cate lit a candle
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Shaelin Gier posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
No written words can describe what Sophia meant to me and so many people. From the age of 3, Sophia was always in my life. We went through everything together, our elementary school fun, middle school troubles, and eventually to our high school graduation. She was the one person who always could make me smile in the darkest of days and the best shoulder to lean on. She was the warmest presence and I can’t imagine would I would have done without her. I know I will see Soph in everything I do and everywhere I go for the rest of my life. I could never forget the memories I hold so close to my heart having her by my side. I love you my sweet girl.
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Premila Kumar lit a candle
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Lisa, so sorry to hear about the heartbreaking loss of your loving daughter Sophia. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.
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Charlee Kennedy posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
There are 7.9 billion people in this world and I got the extraordinary pleasure of meeting the one and only Sophia Marie John. This world was fortunate enough to have you in our lives and are so grateful for your warmth, love, and the ray of sunshine you always were. Sophia brought so much light and positive energy into this world. Her infectious smile will forever be a treasure. She touched not only my heart but so many people and left a mark on this world that won’t be forgotten. Although it hurts, I’m so grateful for the time we had and how many laughs and memories I can always remember you by. The memories from Prom, Shen, Grand Cayman, Lake Days, trying to teach me how to ski, intense Fortnite battles and so many fun memories with Izzy, the family, and all the pups will be my favorite way to remember you. Forever and Always in my heart Soph. <3
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Videlia Puglisi (Vee) lit a candle
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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I will cherish every moment I had with Sophia. My heart is with you all.
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Alexis lit a candle
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Erin Gretzinger uploaded photo(s)
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
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Our hearts and prayers are with you all. Sophia was truly a bright light to everyone in our family and our girls simply adored her. So many memories with her as the kids were growing up, and she always had a smile on her face. Rest in peace sweet angel.
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Mrs. Sarah Estep posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Sophia was the cutest little kindergartener. Always smiling! Hearing of her passing was such a shock. Izzy and Ava, I’m thinking of you both and praying for you and your family.
Love,
Mrs. Estep (St. Ambrose School)
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Nadine Kane posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about the heartbreaking loss of Sophia. My heart and prayers go out to your family.
Love,
Nadine
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Emma Longenderfer posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 20, 2023
Sophia,
You are the brightest light when you step into a room, you have the biggest heart and the happiest of souls. I’ll cherish all the memories we made together but I’ll always wish we could have made more. I love you and may you rest in eternal peace <3
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The McCarrick Family posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Words cannot express our feelings for your grief. Please be assured that our family is stood beside your family at this time.
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Carmelo Rao posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
So sorry for such a heartbreaking loss.
Love,
The Rao family.
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Love, her sisters in Alpha Phi purchased flowers
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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Sophia had a lasting impact on each of us and was a beloved member of Alpha Phi. Our deepest condolences. She will forever be remembered by us all.
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Derek Gross posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Mark, Lisa and Ava:
It is with heavy hearts that we offer our condolences. Words could never relay the thoughts in my mind. I am so, so sorry for your loss, the sun will never shine as brightly in her absence. Love you, old friend, all of our best to you and your family.
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Walencik family purchased flowers
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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Sophias positivity and smiles touched everyone around her. Send thoughts and much love
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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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Love, Aunt Dorothy and Uncle Ed, Uncle Larry and Aunt Peg
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Wodarczyk Family purchased flowers
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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With Heavy Hearts from Pittsburgh and Steeler Nation. - The Wodarczyk Family
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Laila Khoshbin posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Sophia was such a bright soul. We both went to Shen, and we were very close in 4th grade at Orenda Elementary School. Her and her family were always wonderful and so so kind to me. I’ll never forget the memories we shared together. Specifically, the huge slumber parties Sophia and Ava would throw for their birthday. Sophia you played a huge role in my childhood. My little sister was born when we were in 4th grade and I told my parents I wanted to name her Sophia so she could grow up to be just like you. Now my sister is in 4th grade and I still hope she grows up to be at least of half the girl you were. May you rest peacefully in heaven. You will always have a special place in my heart.
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Mya Thibodeau posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Sophia was one of the first friends that I met at Bentley on our first day of freshman year. We were in the same orientation group, and we have grown closer ever since, joining the same sorority, Alpha Phi. Sophia always had a smile on her face and was the most positive person. She will be remembered for her kindness and generosity towards everyone. She was a great friend, the sweetest girl, and will be missed dearly. Rest in peace Sophia, I love you so much ❤️
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Olivia Leary posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Sophia was a best friend of mine throughout middle school and high school. As we shared a connection of both being twins, a bond happened between us in 6th grade with the four of us that was inseparable. We went through the awkward middle school stages together and I’m so thankful that she was in my life. Looking back at all of our silly memories and fun moments makes me smile. I think of our times of going to the drive ins, sleep away camp, playing halo (two twins vs two twins), tubing at the lake, and just the fun experience of going through life together and our teenage experiences. It breaks my heart to be writing this but I hope you rest in peace Sophia and I’m going to miss you so much.
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Love Karina Moen & Family xoxo purchased flowers
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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Our thoughts are with you all.
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Caden posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Sophia and I had the same homeroom in 8th grade. Every morning we would go on our phones and do a quick game of fortnight before we started the day. Not too long ago we went to the Sean Kingston concert and we were screaming and singing. She was so sweet and positive.
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Richard Herrera purchased flowers
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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Rest in peace , what you brought to everyone will never be forgotten.
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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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Sophia was a loving friend. She was the first friend I made in 6th grade and right away I knew she would have a lasting impact on my life. We were locker neighbors and I can still remember the first conversation we ever shared. Our bond started due to the two of us both being twins and the fact that we were both the youngest out of all of our sisters. She had a contagious laugh and it echoes in my mind as I look back on the fun times we spent together. I will miss playing competitive card games such as “spit”and bantering about being team Jacob vs team Edward (twilight reference). I offer my deepest condolences to her family and close friends. May she rest in peace and be reunited with the loved ones she has lost in the past, especially Derby and Sammy. I love you Soph.
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Tuesday, December 19, 2023
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Ece Bilgin posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Being involved in Alpha Phi with Sophia is something I will always cherish. She was like a breath of fresh air and a bundle of sweetness. I have never met and believe will never meet someone with such a genuine heart. I am so thankful to have met her and been such good friends with her. Her loss saddens me but I know she will always be there watching over us. I promise to dedicate my next steps in Alpha Phi in her honor. Sending all my best wishes to her family.
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Pat Mollnow posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Condolences to the Family.
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Amanda Smentkowski posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Sophia was such a ray of sunshine. She always knew how to light up a room and make me giggle. She was beautiful inside and out. I’m so thankful for all of the memories we shared. I love you and I will miss you so much. Rest peacefully Sophia, you will never be forgotten.
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Jamie Sitzer posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
I’m so deeply sorry to the entire family; I can’t imagine the grief that you feel - I wanted to say that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sophia sounds like an exceptional young lady, and she will live on through all of you.
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Judith Beyer posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 19, 2023
Sophia,
You were a pleasure to have in 5th grade. I am devastated by your passing. May you rest in eternal peace.
God Bless,
Mrs. Beyer