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George McGuirk Obituary
George is survived by three daughters, Donna Nelson and her husband Steven of Windham, NH, Linda Murphy and her husband Joseph of Sutton, Deborah Gerardi and her husband Joseph of Worcester; a son, George McGuirk and his wife MaryBeth of Worcester; eleven grandchildren; six great grandchildren; many nieces and nephews. A sister, Jacqueline Burke predeceased him. George was born in Worcester, a son of George and Theresa (Foisy) McGuirk. He attended St Stephen's High School and has lived here all his life.
George worked more than 30 years as a machinist for the George Meyers Company before retiring. He was a member of St. Stephen's Church and the Worcester Lodge of Elks. He was an accomplished bowler and member of many area bowling leagues. At onetime George played softball and baseball.
The funeral will be held Tuesday, July 15th from the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. with a mass at 10:00 a.m. in St. Stephen's Church, 357 Grafton St. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery. Friends and relatives are invited to visit with the family, Monday, July 14th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for George McGuirk
Cheryl Marin
August 3, 2008
My heart goes out to all of you. I am so very sorry to have just heard of this sad news. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Shelley Ware
July 15, 2008
I was very sorry to hear that George passed away. He had many friends here at Summit ElderCare and he will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Stephen P. Baker & family
July 15, 2008
I was saddened this morning to hear of George's passing so soon after Marge's. Our thoughts are with you and your families.
Mary Minor
July 15, 2008
I am sorry for your loss. My father, Walter Gallivan worked with George many years ago at George Myer Mfg.
Fred Petrone & Family
July 14, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Michelle (Lemerise) Wesson
July 14, 2008
George & Ginty,
So sorry to hear the loss of your Dad and Father-n-law. My thoughts and Prayers are with ya.
Mary Ann Fortunato(Lavin)
July 14, 2008
Dear Deb & Family,
I am very sorry to hear of your Dad's
passing. My thought & prayers are with you and your family.
gloria english
July 14, 2008
i'm so sorry for death of a great man i was one of his c.n.as at summit elder care.
Paul Cooney
July 14, 2008
I am terribly sorry for your loss. Please know that I'll keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Respectfully,
PJ Cooney
Sue DiTaranto
July 13, 2008
I cannot imagine losing both parents so close to one another. May your memories carry you through this difficult time and know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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