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Gerrie Eager Obituary
She leaves her husband and best friend of 21 years, Brian X. Eager; her daughter, Danielle Eager of Tampa, FL; her mother, May Foy of West Brookfield; two brothers, Thomas Foy and his wife Kathy of Archdale, NC and Robert Foy and his wife Tara of Ellabell, Georgia; four sisters, AnnMarie Ellis and her husband John of Oxford, Kathy Clifford and her husband Gary of Oxford, Melody Miller and her husband John of Brookfield and Rose St. Peter and her husband Ronald of East Brookfield, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and beloved nephews and nieces. She was born in Worcester, daughter of the late Thomas Foy and grew up in Oxford and graduated from Oxford High School.
Gerrie proudly served the United States Postal Service for 26 years, most recently as the Postmaster in West Brookfield Massachusetts. She previously served as Postmaster in both Sturbridge and Templeton. Gerrie will be truly missed by all whose lives she touched and will no doubt live on forever in their hearts.
Funeral Services for Gerrie will be held privately at the convenience of her family. There are no calling hours. Family and friends are invited to share memories of Gerrie and celebrate her life on Thursday, July 10, 2008 from 3 PM to 5 PM at the Salem Cross Inn, Route 9 in West Brookfield. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. Varnum Funeral Home, Inc., 43 East Main St., West Brookfield is directing arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gerrie Eager
Tammi Kemp
July 12, 2008
Dear Brian and family,
You will be in my prayers, my heart aches for all of you. Words can not express the sadness I feel.
Sara Donnelly
July 11, 2008
Dear Rose and the rest of family,
I am truly sorry to hear about Gerrie. Gerrie was a nice lady had a nice smile too. I know what it is like to lose someone close to you. Rose Eric and I Love you
Kevin Mitchell
July 10, 2008
Dear Brian, Joan and I were stunned by the news of the loss of Gerrie. We are deeply saddened and can't imagine how devastated you have to feel. We hope and pray for you to recover as well and as soon as God can grant you that. We know that Gerrie is there with Him watching over her "Uncie".
Holly Pereira
July 10, 2008
Hey Boss-man
My prayers and sincere sympathy are with you during this difficult time. You two had something so incredibly special - treasure the memories always. Your love for each other will never fade and will help get you through this.
Holly
Alice Kanaley
July 9, 2008
Brian
So sorry to hear about the death of your wife.Please accept our very deepest sympathy.
God Bless
Dick & Alice Kanaley
Anne-Marie D. Smith
July 9, 2008
Dear Brian,
Please accept my sincerest condolences to you at this difficult time. May years of happy memories be of comfort to you now and in the coming future.
Sincerely,
Neil Berthiaume
July 9, 2008
Dear Brian & Family, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I thought the world of Gerrie and have many memories of our fun times together. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love,Neil Berthiaume
Cheryl Berthiaume
July 9, 2008
"Uncle" Mark and I are so devastated to hear about Gerrie. What a wonderful and inspirational woman she was. She lived life to the fullest. Our prayers and deepest sympathy to you and your family. May you hold her memories dear and remember she will always be with you. Stay strong!!!!! Love, Mark & Cheryl Berthiaume, Oxford MA
JAMES & SALLY BELSITO
July 9, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Jim Hassett
July 8, 2008
Brian,
My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time. I will always smile when I think of the times at work with Gerrie. May you find comfort in your memories and the love that you both shared together.
Peace, brother!
Ray & Caron Plante
July 8, 2008
Dear Brian, words can't express how deeply saddened we are to hear Gerrie is gone. It was truly a blessing to have known her. She could cheer a sad person with that beautiful smile of hers without ever saying a word. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all in the coming days and months ahead. She will be missed by many.
Kelli Mulrain
July 8, 2008
Brian,
I am so sorry to hear that Gerrie has passed. I used to wait on you and Gerrie when I worked at Carmella's Italian Kitchen. She was such a wonderful person with a beautiful smile. I will never forget her. My heart goes out to you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Monahan
July 8, 2008
Brian please know we are praying and thinking of you in your time of need. Gerrie was an amazing girl, who loved life... I was so proud of her in so many ways, may God bless you and comfort you in this time of need.
Nancy Westcott
July 8, 2008
Brian,
My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you. Your wife will be sadly missed by many.
Denise D'Allessandro
July 8, 2008
Brian, I'm so sorry to hear. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Stentiford
July 8, 2008
Brian("Unkie"), Draw strength from your family and friends, and comfort from the wonderful memories that you shared with your beloved Gerrie.
Patty Dillon
July 8, 2008
Dear Brian,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Gerrie. My first thought was the strong love you have for eachother and it is that love that will give you the strength to get through these next few days. She was a beautiful person who was there to help whenever needed. We will all miss her.
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