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Marjorie Devine Obituary
Aug. 2, 1922 – Jan. 25, 2015
Marjorie E. Devine, of Kenmore, a retired teacher, died Sunday in Kenmore Mercy Hospital after a long illness. She was 92.
Born in Buffalo, the former Marjorie Crosby attended St. Joseph's Elementary School and was a 1940 graduate of Bennett High School. She earned her bachelor's degree in education from Brockport State Teachers College in 1944 and a master's degree in education from Canisius College.
She taught in Gratwick Elementary School in North Tonawanda from 1943 until she retired in 1963.
Active as a volunteer, during World War II, she took part in the Gray Lady service of the American Red Cross and assisted with the USO. She received a certificate of appreciation in recognition of volunteer service from the Veterans Administration.
In recent years, she was a volunteer at Loaves and Fishes, a dining room for the needy at Lafayette Avenue Presbyterian Church.
She was a charter member of the Ernest C. Hartwell Society at SUNY Brockport and a member of the Taoist Tai Chi Society.
She enjoyed tennis, golf, bowling, swimming and visiting Letchworth State Park.
Surviving are her husband of 54 years, Thomas R.; three sons, Gregory T., Matthew P. and Johnathan C.; and a granddaughter.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 9:30 a.m. Thursday in the St. John Neumann Shrine at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 1085 Englewood Ave., Town of Tonawanda.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marjorie Devine
February 1, 2015
Sincere Sympathy to your family! "Miss Crosby" has always had a special spot in my memories as my 4th grade teacher. She was a very gifted teacher! A former student - Arlean (Gormont) Lovegrove
Mary Pat Hibbler
January 29, 2015
Uncle Tom, Greg, Matt and Jonathan I'm so sorry to hear of Aunt Marge's passing. I have many wonderful memories of her and she will be missed very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time. We love and miss you much!
Elizabeth Crosby
January 28, 2015
Uncle Tom and boys, We Are sorry to hear of the loss of great Aunt Marge. She was a beautiful lady. although we live many miles apart. she Always did her best to keep in touch. .Uncle Tom and Marge made it possible for all my kids to attend Catholic school up until it closed. We will always cherish our time together when we met them in St. Louis with father Michael. She will be missed by many.
Signed, Elizabeth Crosby Michael Mercedes and Maverick fox. Missouri valley, Ia.
January 28, 2015
Tom, Greg, Matt and Jonathan,
Our condolences on your loss. You are in our prayers.
Pat and Mary Dumansky Churchill
January 28, 2015
Tom, Greg, Matt and Jonathan...We are sorry for the loss of Aunt Marge. She was a very special person to us and is truly an angel. You are in our hearts and prayers. Tom & Kris Crosby
Dr. Gerald Carlo
January 28, 2015
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with all of you.
Tim Crosby
January 27, 2015
Uncle Tom and boys you are in our prayers with the loss of Aunt Marj....much love!
Tim and Carla Crosby
JOE & FRAN FLISS
January 27, 2015
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS TOM. SHE WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON. SHE ALWAYS HAD A KIND WORD FOR US. MAY SHE REST IN PEACE WITH OUR LORD IN HEAVEN.
Bob and Shirley Peterson
January 27, 2015
Tom and Family...We were so sorry to hear of Marj's death. We will continue to keep you in our prayers while God holds her in His loving arms.
January 27, 2015
Tom,Greg,Matt,and Jonathan We are so sorry for the loss of your wife and Mom, she was truly a fine,generous,loving lady and may all our good memories keep her alive in our hearts forever.Pat& Nino Petrilli (Fl.)
January 27, 2015
TOM,
OUR DEEP CONDOLENCES.
GRACE AND SHAUN DOYLE
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