She graduated from the Springfield Academy of Beauty Culture and married Robert H. Oppenheimer (deceased) in 1938. During WW II, she worked in the Springfield Armory as an inspector. She moved to Chester in 1945 and opened her own beauty shop, working there for 40 years. She was very active in the community, school and church affairs. The Chester Historical Commission was special to her.
She leaves four children, Judith (David)Green of Skaneateles, NY, Janice (Harvey deceased) Yaslowitz of Land of Lakes, FL, Susan Oppenheimer of Hudson, FL and Wayne (Kathleen) Oppenheimer of St. Johnsville, NY; eleven grandchildren: David Mark Green, Christopher Green, Michelle Harvey, Noelle Green-Willms, Kimberly Green, Jeffrey Yaslowitz (deceased), Rob Oppenheimer Eric Green, Stephanie Barnes, Daniel Oppenheimer and Cindy Gordon and 23 great grandchilren.
Huntington Evangelical Church
Christy (Dyer)
September 17, 2021, 4:09 pm
Dear Family of Mrs. Oppenheimer,
As a child growing up in Middlefield, Mrs. Oppenheimer played an important role in our lives. I have so many fond memories of the time we spent together and, most importantly, when, in the late 50’s you took me on my first trip to Washington, DC, during school vacation. I don’t remember all the details, but I know it sparked an interest in politics, and it shaped my life.
Your mom always cut our hair and gave my mom her tight curl permanents. Oh, those were the days.
She made a difference in people’s lives.
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; love gives a memory no one can steal.”
Thank you for the good memories.