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Irene Avery Obituary
Irene Lofgren Avery of Essex, CT, formerly a long-time resident of Riverside, CT, died peacefully on January 23, 2019 at the age of 90. She was predeceased by her husband, David, with whom she shared 26 years of loving marriage. A previous marriage ended in divorce. Irene was born in New York City on February 11, 1928 and raised in Riverside. She graduated from Wheaton College (Mass.) with a degree in psychology and earned a Master's in Education from the University of Bridgeport. She taught second grade at Cos Cob School for nearly 20 years and never lost her natural affinity for children. After she and David retired, they enjoyed traveling and gardening together, and moved to Essex Meadows in 1997.
Irene was the daughter of the late Gustaf Einar and Ludmela Cherney Lofgren. A brother, Robert, predeceased her. She is survived by her two loving daughters, Susan Howland Marcheschi (Donald) of Glenview, IL and Elizabeth Howland Bagley (George) of Falmouth, MA, formerly of New Canaan, and two grandchildren, Gordon and Elizabeth Bagley. In addition, she was a loving stepmother to William (Linda) of New Canaan; David, of Stamford; Christopher (Karen) of Rowayton; Carol, of New York City; and Thomas Avery (deceased).
A celebration of Irene's life will be held on Saturday, April 6, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Congregational Church of Old Lyme with a reception immediately following in Hamilton Hall, Essex Meadows. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Essex Meadows Scholarship Fund, of which Irene was treasurer for 17 years, c/o Essex Meadows, 30 Bokum Road, Essex, CT 06426. To share a memory of Irene or send a condolence to her family please visit www.rwwfh.com.
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Lynn Lavalette
February 11, 2019
I was sad to hear of Mrs. Avery's passing as she was my son's 2nd grade teacher at Cos Cob School. We remember her as a very gentle and kind person. May your fond memories with her give you comfort.
February 11, 2019
My condolences to the family and friends of Irene. Losing a loved one is never easy,but our loving God promises to give you the strength and courage you need to endure and cope with your loss. He also promises to hold your hand every step of the way
February 8, 2019
my sincere condolences to family and friends May the god of consolation give you comfort and peace during this time of sorrow Jeremiah 29,11,12.
Yvonne Richardson
February 8, 2019
I would like to express my condolences to the Avery family.God's holy word said that He is "The source of life"(Psalm 36:9) The one who gave life to all living creatures is certainly capable of restoring life to someone who has died,like your beloved Irene.
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February 7, 2019
May the god of tender mercies provides the peace needed at this time. Please accept our sincere condolences.
A friendly neighbor.
February 7, 2019
My condolences to the family. May you find peace and strength through gods written words and may you find comfort in knowing that your loved ones are dear to him and are in his memory. Psalms 116:15
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