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George Nagel Obituary
Born in Cranston in 1928, Mr. Nagel lived in Warwick for many years before moving to East Greenwich in 1961. He was the son of the late August and Viola (Newberg) Nagel.
Upon completing high school in 1945, Mr. Nagel enlisted in the United States Navy just prior to the end of World War II. He graduated from Springfield College in 1950, received his Masters from RIC in 1956 and his Administration degree from UConn in 1969. He thoroughly enjoyed his career as an educator, guidance counselor, coach and administrator in the Warwick, Scituate, East Greenwich and Cranston Public schools, retiring as Principal of Cranston High School West in 1986. He was particularly proud of having positively influenced generations of students. Mr. Nagel was instrumental in starting the varsity football and basketball programs at the newly opened Scituate High School. He served on the Rhode Island Interscholastic League Principal's Committee on Athletics and was inducted into the Rhode Island High School Football Coaches Hall of Fame in 1985.
Mr. Nagel was an avid skier who worked as an instructor and ski patrolman for many years. He was a member of the National Ski Patrol and served as Patrol Director at Pinetop Ski Area. He was also a member of the Rhode Island Ski Runners. He enjoyed sailing and was a member of the East Greenwich Yacht Club. He loved the ocean and was a member of the Green Hill Beach Club. His recent hobbies were world traveling with his wife, entering contests and being a passionate fan at his grandchildren's sporting events.
Mr. Nagel was the beloved father of Lise Merrifield of Tiverton, Heidi Nagel of Warwick, Curt Nagel of Nokomis, FL and Julie Varone and her husband Curt of Exeter. He was also the devoted grand-father of Andrew and Matthew Varone and Kyle Nagel. He was the brother of the late Dr. Wilma I. Nagel.
The funeral and burial will be private. Calling hours Wednesday 2-4 & 7-9 pm at the Hill Funeral Home, 822 Main St., E. Greenwich.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Nagel
debra vallone
September 11, 2007
Julie&Curt...I was shocked to hear the passing of your dad. I will always remember how he enjoyed our special lunches at Green Hill.
From the great stories to the swimming lessons,the boys and I will remember him always. My thoughts are with you all.
Debbie Vallone Peter Steven & Anthony
Judge Alton W. Wiley
September 5, 2007
To the Nagel Family: Although you may not know me, George and I go back many, many years, please accept my sincere condolences, he was a great guy.
Barry Campbell
August 31, 2007
I graduated from Scituate High School in 1959 and was on the football and basketball teams. George left me with the lifetime habit of giving the "old college try" in all my endeavors. I'm glad I had the opportunity to thank him for his influence, in my successes in life, at our last class reunion. I'm also glad I got to sit with him during dinner that night. He'll live on in my memories for the rest of my life.
Diane and Skip Prue
August 30, 2007
Dear Barbara,Julie,Heidi,Lise and Curt,
Our condolences for your loss.We were so saddened to hear about George. We remember going to Uncle Charlie and Uncle Jim's cottages each summer and George, as well as all the Green Hill Nagels...past and present, always went out of their way to say "Hi" and keep us updated with whatever happened to family, friends and GH neighbors over the winter months. As years past and our going to GH wound down, our thoughts and memories of the Nagel family still remain fondly in our hearts. To George: give our best to Gus, Mrs. Nagel and Auntie Billie.
Love, Diane and Skip
Jerry Scott
August 30, 2007
Dear Mrs. Nagel & Family,
Mr. Nagel persuaded me to be the scorekeeper for the 1953-55 Aldrich basketball teams. While not an athlete, I really enjoyed the experience. At our last reunion, he told me some interesting anecdotes about my father, Harold F. Scott.
Please accept my sincere condolences.
Jerry Scott
Aldrich 1955
Tom Gange
August 30, 2007
Dear Mrs. Nagel,
My sincere sympathy to you and your family. George was my high school basketball coach at Aldrich in 1954 & 1955. It was my privilege to have played for him. I only wish that I could have had George as a coach in 1956 at Warwich Vets. He was a very positive influence on me at Aldrich. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Tom Gange
Kymberli (Prue) Gaylor
August 30, 2007
Julie, Barbara and family,
So sorry to hear of George's passing. He was always such a vibrant spirit. I enjoyed seeing him whenever I had the pleasure of visiting my Giordano relatives or Billie at Green Hill. My best to you all, you are in my prayers.
The DiMauro Family
August 29, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sean and Tracy Barron
August 29, 2007
Dear Barbara and Family
We would to extend our sincere sympathy to all of you. George was our neighbor and friend and he will certainly be missed by all.
Jim Lawrence
August 29, 2007
My sincere condolences to the Nagel family. Mr. George Nagel was a stellar example of a great teacher and a great human being. I am grateful for my experiences with him;both as a recipient of his discipline and his genuine heartfelt praise. I especially enjoyed seeing him out for a walk on the beach.
Rick Dawber
August 29, 2007
To Julie and family,
In the years at Green Hill Beach, your dad was always one to say hello, give a good story, and bust a little chops as well. I always enjoyed talking with him. One thing that stood out with George is that he loved his family and he loved life. My condolences to your entire family.
Paul Wyrostek
August 29, 2007
To the Nagel family, my deepest condolences.
George was a phys-ed teacher of mine at Aldrich Junior High School in the early 50's. He was always a positive influence. When I joined the EGYC in 2002, I ran into George and family. I couldn't believe that he remembered my name.
He will surely be missed by all.
mark davis
August 29, 2007
Mr. Nagel was the principal at E.G. High when I was a student there. Later in life he was my neighbor for the past 17 years.
When you saw George driving down the street or raking leaves in his front yard you'd have to smile because you knew as he passed by
or you drove by him, he'd have some funny wisecrack for you.
He loved the nieghborhood kids
and took a genuine interest in them. Our neighborhood will surely miss him as my family will.
D C
August 29, 2007
My sympathy to Mr Nagel's family, I am so sad to hear that he has passed away he was such a great man. I was a Senior at Cranston West in 86 his last year as principal. God know's after our class he probably needed to retire! I can't tell you how many morning's I sat in Principal's office waiting for the girls dean to give me yet another detention and Mr. Nagel was always smiling and kidding around asking what I and everyone else waiting had done this time. I am surprised he never showed up at our breakfast hangout to catch us all in the act since I always would tell him ...yeah we had to go to Helen's for breakfast before we showed up 2 hrs late for school,cut class when we left to go out for lunch. He really could have expelled us for all the times my friends and I showed up late or when we sneaked out of school early! He knew that I was a good kid and told me so many times, I was just a bit too restless in the confines of high school.
I ran into Mr. Nagel a few years after high school when he came into a furniture store that I worked in ...he actually had won a contest for free furniture! He was just so sweet asking me how I was and what I planned to do with the rest of my life....I guess now that he is in heaven he will see that I did find my way ....one thing that hasn't changed I'm still always late ...but since I work for myself, I don't get called to the principals office for it. I will always remember him with fond memories. Keep good company with the Angels in Heaven Mr Nagel.
Gloria Santostefano
August 28, 2007
My sincere condolences to the Nagel family. It was always an interesting conversation with George whenever we met. He was a kind, loving man and will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find peace in your wonderful memories of him.
Gloria Santostefano (Feisthamel)
Jean Carmody
August 28, 2007
Mrs. Nagel, Julie, Heidi, Curt and Lise,
Please accept my condolences on Mr. Nagel’s passing.
Mr. Nagel was a caring, appreciative and respectful person. It was a privilege to have had the opportunity to be a substitute teacher during Mr. Nagel’s last year at Cranston West. Whenever I saw him at the beach club, he would ask how my teaching was going and how things were in Cranston.
Mrs. Nagel, Julie, Heidi, Curt and Lise, may the good memories of your husband and dad bring you comfort during this time.
Sincerely,
Jean
Chris Feisthamel
August 28, 2007
To the Nagel family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Mr Nagel was always a source of a good story and life lessons, as well as an opinion (sometimes strong!). While the news of his departure was sudden, I was happy to hear he was at the beach earlier in the week.
On behalf of the Feisthamel family, please accept our most sincere condolences on the passing of a fine man
Carolyn Kozuch DeFrancesco and family
August 28, 2007
Julie and family,
I was so sorry to hear about your dad. I remember him always with a smile and a joke, and enjoying a good swim at the Club. I hope the power of your father's spirit will sustain you and your memories will comfort you.
Sincerely,
Bud Alves
August 28, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the Nagel family. George was truly a wonderful man and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
susan carmody marcey
August 27, 2007
So true about Mr. Nagel's positive influence! I had the pleasure(maybe not at the time) of being a student at Scituate High and a student teacher at Cranston West under Mr. Nagel as well as a neighbor in Green Hill. I learned so much from him that perhaps was appreciated more as time passed. I remember Mr. Nagel meeting my son for the first time and the humor and affection he demonstrated were so appreciated. He seemed to remember everyone.
I am sincerely sorry for your loss.
June Petteruti
August 27, 2007
Mr. Nagel was a young classroom teacher at Aldrich Jr. High School in 1951 when I entered grade 7. His calming manner and kindness made the transition a much easier experience.
Charlene Ingham
August 27, 2007
Your bright smile and charismatic way will be sorely missed around Green Hill Beach. You will always hold a special place in my heart and fondest memories of younger years with you and your family.
My heartfelt sympathies are extended to the entire Nagel family.
Rest in Peace and Happy Trails to you George.
With much love,
Charlene Ingham
Scott Horlbogen
August 27, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
A true testament of one's life is in how many people that were positively touched by that individual. In George's case, it must be in the thousands!!!He was a great husband, father, grand father and person. And while he certainly will be missed, he most certainly will not be forgotten!!!
Bruce Mastracchio
August 27, 2007
It goes without saying that I thought the world of George Nagel. News of his death came as a shock.
Barbara , Lise , Heidi , Curt and Julie , you have our condolences and our prayers.
May God help you through this difficult time.
Bruce & Elaine Mastracchio
Las Vegas
Nancy Lawrence
August 27, 2007
From sitting on the deck of the Beach Club telling old football stories about my dad to his daily walks by our house to the beach, I was always happy to see Mr Nagel. He actually caught me in Citizens Bank recently and pulled out all his "grand pictures."
My thoughts and prayers are with Mrs. Nagel, Curt, Julie & Heidi.
Nancy Lawrence
Joan Colvin (Hebditch)
August 27, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Mark Thompson
August 27, 2007
I recall Mr. Nagel as principal at EGHS in my senior year -- 1970-71. He was a calming presence and an always-smiling face. My condolences to his family. Godspeed.
Steve Micke
August 27, 2007
Mr. Nagel was a great educator and administrator. He was fair to all and strived to put us all on the right path to success. His influence is stilllwith me even after 30 years. God Bless his family and may you all find comfort in knowing that his love children and teaching has touched so many lives. God Bless you all.
gail alward
August 27, 2007
my deepest sympathy to the family. mr. Nagel was a special person. those of us who look back on high school as a difficult journey and were blessed to have adults around us like coach Nagel are forever grateful. even though he coached the boys, he always had time for a question or concern from us girls. in 1960 to most coaches, girls didnt matter. coach Nagel was always better than most coaches and spartan girls teams went on in life with the knowledge that we mattered and could be anything we wanted to be. im glad years later in a chance meeting i was able to thank him, our schools today would benifit from more teachers like him.
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