Esther Garbe

Esther F. Garbe of White Plains, NY passed away after a brief illness on January 10, 2020. Esther was born in Southbridge, MA to Karl and Liddy (Mersiowsky) Roth. She earned a degree in Dietetic Nutrition from Lasell College in Boston, MA. Following the completion of her degree she pursued her career at both United Hospital and White Plains Hospital here in Westchester County, NY. Proud of her German Heritage, Esther joined the Dr. H. Ernst Schmid Unit of the Steuben Society of America where she met her husband, Alfred C. Garbe. Esther was a long time member of St. Matthew's Lutheran Church in White Plains, NY. She served as a volunteer at Lyndhurst Mansion in Tarrytown, NY for many years. Following the passing of her husband, Esther joined the St. Pius X of Scarsdale Catholic Widow and Widowers Club where she enjoyed countless outings and trips. In recent years she moved to the Bristal Assisted Living at White Plains where she enjoyed the camaraderie of both old and new friends. Esther is survived by many loving friends and caregivers. Predeceased by both her parents, her husband and her beloved sister Helen Roth. A memorial service and celebration of Esther's life will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, in White Plains, NY. Private interment will take place at the San Francisco Columbarium and Funeral Home, San Francisco, CA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Rosary Hill Home, 600 Linda Avenue, Hawthorne, NY 10532.