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Irene Slusarz Obituary
October 19, 1928 - December 11, 2022
Irene Rita Slusarz passed away December 11, 2022, at the age of 94.
She was born October 19, 1928, in Greenwich, CT of which she was a lifelong resident. She attended St. Mary's grammar school, and Greenwich High School. Irene was predeceased by her parents Ellen McGovern McTeigue and Philip McTeigue, her husband Stanley S. Slusarz, her brother Patrick Joseph McTeigue, and her sister Mary Ellen Wymms, as well as her son Kevin S. Slusarz.
Irene was employed as a telephone operator for New York Telephone, and also held other clerical positions. Irene also volunteered for the American Red Cross.
Irene was an active member of the Stamford Order of the Ancient Hibernians. She enjoyed her many trips to Ireland, as well as listening to her beloved Irish music, and the WGCH Irish hour radio program.
Irene was the proud, and devoted mother of five beautiful children Eileen, Joanie, Maureen, Sheila, and Kevin. She will always be remembered for her beautiful smile.
She leaves behind her daughter's Eileen (Donald) Varian, Joanie (John) Giammarino, Maureen (Jeffrey) Hoffkins, and Sheila Slusarz. Irene also leaves behind three grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and nieces, and nephews.
Mom, we love you. Rest in peace until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand.
Burial will be private, there will be no calling hours. Irene will be interred at St. Mary's Cemetery, Greenwich, CT.
Services are under the care of Thomas M. Gallagher Funeral Home located at 104 Myrtle Ave., Stamford, CT 06902, (203)359-9999. To leave online condolences, please visit Gallagherfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Irene Slusarz
Ron Bridge
December 22, 2022
My Condolences
Rob Bova
December 20, 2022
Dear Sheila my sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom
Sincerely Rob Bova
Eileen Varian and Sheila Slusarz
December 14, 2022
We are all grateful to our Lord, for Mom's amazing beautiful long journey, and all her wonderful love, kindness and devotion shown to all of her family, and everyone that she touched with her special love and inspiration throughout her whole life's journey.
Love you forever, and always in our hearts. Until we meet again, your loving daughters,
Eileen Varian, and Sheila Slusarz
Angela Tait (McGovern)
December 14, 2022
To Eileen, Joanie, Maureen, Sheila and all your families,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear Mom.
I have never forgotten my wonderful stay in Connecticut with Irene and Sheila many years ago and have, quite simply, the best memories of my time with you all.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
Barbara Ritch Fortunato
December 13, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. So sorry to hear of your loss with Sincere Sympathy
Jenny Colucci
December 13, 2022
So sorry to hear of Aunt Irene's passing. May she rest in eternal peace. Condolences to Eileen, Joanie, Maureen, Sheila and families.
John Giammarino
December 13, 2022
My dearest Mom, remembering all the good times we sharded together. You were always a hard-working mom and loved all of you children. You will be greatly missed by all of us. Rest in peace until we meet again. John, Joanie and little Johnny.
Stephanie Geter-Pansy
December 13, 2022
Sheila & family. I offer my prayers and condolences. May God offer you blessings and comfort. May your mother forever RIP.
Harriet
December 13, 2022
Robin Hoffkins
December 13, 2022
Maureen & Family,
Sorry about your mothers passing, may she rest in peace.
Julie Hoffkins
December 13, 2022
Dearest Mrs. Slusarz, may you rest in Eternal peace. The short time we shared together when I gave you a haircut and blow-dry and tried to make you more beautiful than you already were, which was impossible, will always be my favorite memory of you. You were a beautiful person inside and out. You will be forever loved and missed by all. Love your step granddaughter Julie
Jeanette Vossler
December 13, 2022
Maureen and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for letting me know. May she rest in peace. Jeanne Vossler
John & Ann Slusarz
December 13, 2022
We were so sorry to hear that Aunt Irene Passed.
Now she is at peace.
John & Ann
Margaret Greene (McGovern).
December 13, 2022
Sincere sympathy to you all, and fond memories of a dear cousin. It really does not seem that long ago since we met you in Ireland. May your gentle soul rest in peace. Irene, Margaret and family, Roseleen and family, Angela and family. Wolverhampton, England .XXXX
June DeAndressi
December 13, 2022
Sheila and Family, very sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers to all.
Julie Hoffkins
December 12, 2022
Dearest Mrs. Slusarz, may you rest in Eternal peace. The short time we shared together when I gave you a haircut and blow-dry and tried to make you more beautiful than you already were, which was impossible, will always be my favorite memory of you. You were a beautiful person inside and out. You will be forever loved and missed by all. Love your step granddaughter Julie
Maureen and Jeff Hoffkins
December 12, 2022
Dear Mom, God has another Angel in Heaven now. You were a wonderful mother. We will always love, and miss you. Until we meet again in Heaven, may you rest in peace, and may perpetual light shine upon you. We love you with all of our hearts.
Maureen and Jeff Hoffkins
Susan McTeigue
December 12, 2022
Rest In Peace, Aunt Irene. Oh my, you and my Dad are going to restart your almost daily phone conversations, except cloud to cloud now, that thought makes me smile.
All my sympathy Eileen, Joanie, Maureen and Sheila.
Susan
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