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Marjorie Gilligan Obituary

GILLIGAN, MARJORIE M. (HOWE) 91, passed away April 5th. She was the wife of the late George F. Gilligan and daughter of the late Patrick and Margaret (Quirk) Howe. She is survived by her loving brother James R. Howe, and her devoted nieces Karen L. Howe and Cheryl Gilligan Gabriele, as well as several other nieces and nephews. After a private service she was laid to rest at the Rhode Island Veteran's Cemetery, Exeter, beside her beloved "Georgie" where they will spend eternity together. pontarellimarinofunerals.com

Published by The Providence Journal on Apr. 16, 2014.
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Dear Jim: I was so saddened to learn of Margie's death. She was a great lady and I'm sure she'll be sorely missed.
Norma (Quirk)
Grossi

April 29, 2014

Auntie Marge, I will never forget you and all the times we had up on Pine Hill Rd.You were the best aunt and Godmother a young boy could have.Uncle George now has his babe by his side.Love Always Jimmy Jim

April 18, 2014

I hope your resting easy Auntie Margie, You were a wonderful woman. You will be missed. Love your niece Kimberly?

Kimberly Howe Salgado

April 16, 2014

James and family, condolences on aunt Margies passing. May she rest in peace.

Charles and Carol Appleton

April 16, 2014

Love and miss u Auntie Marg and thank you for all the times you let me stay in Situate when I was young you are the most caring women in the world love u little Ed

Ed Angell

April 16, 2014

A truly wonderful lady who will be deeply missed by our entire family!!!!!! Always a smile on her face and a huge heart!!!! Steve, Kim,Kelsey and Mackenzie Birrell

April 16, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

The Staff of Pontarelli-Marino Funeral Home

April 16, 2014

I lost a very dear long time friend . I am going to miss her dearly but know that she is in a better place and her suffering is over. Know that I will see her again some day.
love and condolences to her brother Jim and family

April 13, 2014

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