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Marcia Schuster Obituary
She was born April 13, 1940 in Hartford, to the late Bernard and Ida Schuster. She lived most of her life in Connecticut and, part time in South Florida.
Marcia touched the lives of many people with her genuine compassion. She worked, raised four children, and always looked to help others. She graduated from Bacon Academy, Colchester, attended nursing school, and was president of her synagogue's sisterhood in Norwalk. Marcia worked for the family business, Schuster's Express, was president of Congregation Ahavath Achim in Colchester for five years, and served a term as mayor of the Borough of Colchester. Her love of family and friends was very deep.
Marcia will forever be remembered by her devoted brother, Marty Schuster of Boca Raton, Fla.; beloved children, Jeffrey and Stephanie Powers of Palm City, Fla., Richard and Elizabeth Powers of Jensen Beach, Fla., Paul and Lisa Powers of Wallingford, and Shari and LeRoy Rodgers of Jupiter, Fla.; treasured grandchildren, Eric Powers, Darryl and Melissa Amadio, Bryan Amadio, Seth Rodgers, and Liam Rodgers; great-granddaughters, Emily, Myah, and Brielle; lifelong friend, Alma Alpert; companion and friend, Lillian Navarrette; along with countless other family and friends.
Her funeral will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2011, at Congregation Ahavath Achim Synagogue in Colchester. Interment will follow at the synagogue cemetery.
Donations may be made to Congregation Ahavath Achim Synagogue or the charity of your choice.
Belmont/Sabrowski Funeral Home in Colchester is entrusted with arrangements,
"A smile for all, a heart of gold, one of the best the world could hold, never selfish, always kind, these are the memories you left behind."
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Linda Funk Charron
August 13, 2011
Marty, my heartfelt sympathy to you for the huge loss of your sister. Marcia was a caring friend who reached out to me when I lost both my parents. I will never forget her kindness.
Shirley Daniels
August 12, 2011
Marty- "I send my deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your sister Marcia". I shall never forget her smile and kind words she said to me.
She will be deeply missed. (Shirley Daniels Salem Ct.)
carol & barry walden
August 11, 2011
Marcia was a wonderful person,she will be missed.
Christina Stylianos
August 10, 2011
My condolenses for your loss
August 9, 2011
Marcia....a lovely and wonderful lady who will be greatly missed! Thank you for the words of wisdom you've given me - they've touched me and I will never forget!
With my deepest sympathy to the Schuster family,
Michelle Popek Deremer
Robert Chain
August 9, 2011
Marty, Jeff, Ricky, Shari & Paul, Liam & Seth My sincere sympathy for your loss she was a remarkable person. She and Helen can "yent" in Heaven.R.I.P. Love, Robert Chain,Sadelle Chain and Hannah Joy Segal
Janice Gengras
August 8, 2011
Dr. Powers
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and know that my thoughts & prayers are with you and your entire family at this most difficult time.
August 8, 2011
I will treasure the memory of my dear friend, Marcia. She will be remembered for her courage, her wit and her amazingly positive attitude. Definitely a Woman of Valor who will be sorely missed. My condolences to the entire family.
Cindy Gitlitz
August 7, 2011
Marcia you were one my my best friends from the day you returned to Colchester. You will sadly be missed
love always
Juanita Rowland
August 7, 2011
I worked with Marcia over 30 years ago. I remember her as a sweet, caring and professional woman. I was deeply saddened to read of her passing. I have many fond memories of Schuster Express and Marcia is certainly one of them. My sincere sympathy to the entire family. Deborah Grenier Nelkin
Joe Saitta
August 7, 2011
We grew up together on Norwich Ave and were very good friends. You will be missed. R.I.P. my friend.
August 7, 2011
Marcia was such a special person. She was always there to give support and help you out. She touched everyone with loving thoughts and such good sense.
The warm happy memories everyone has of her will help everyone through this time of sorrow.
I know I will miss her happy voice and clear logic.
My deepest condolences to her whole family.
Love, Flo
Attilio, Emily and Juliana Diloreto
August 7, 2011
Marcia from the time we have known you you have always been a wonderful, loving, caring, and positive woman. This summer is one that we will never forget. You have touched our hearts in so many ways. You will always be next to us at the beach sitting under your umbrella.
Lori DiLoreto
August 7, 2011
We love you Marcia, you will always be in our hearts. Love Attilio and Lori DiLoreto
August 7, 2011
Dear Family --- Marty, Jeff, Ricky, Shari & Paul, Liam & Seth - I am stunned!!!! Marcia was my very special friend. for 46 years and remains close to my heart for all of my days to come. She will always be remembered for her multitude of "goodness".A true treasure of a woman; she was the 'best'. I feel your pain and loss. Find strength in the memory of her kindesses. With my love and prayers to all - Sheila Tishler
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