GEORGEANN SKAKEL DOWDLE

GEORGEANN DOWDLE Obituary

Georgeann Skakel Dowdle, 61, passed away on June 17, 2011, after a courageous and dignified battle with brain cancer. Georgeann, otherwise known as "Big G", was born and raised in Greenwich, Connecticut. She graduated from Mount Saint Vincent Academy in Tuxedo Park, New York and attended Marymount College in Boca Raton, Florida. Georgeann will be sorely missed by her family. She leaves behind a daughter Georgeann Farah Shenton and grandsons Joey, John, and Sam Shenton. Surviors include George D'Ambrosio; and Ann, Greg and Caroline Closkey. Georgeann was predeceased by her parents, Georgeann Skakel Dowdle Terrien and John Dowdle, brother John and sisters Alexandra and DesNeiges. The loss of Georgeann's charm, elegance and style will leave a void in the lives of all who loved her. Her family will miss her infectious laughter and wicked humor. Her life was a beautiful journey and it continues on in her daughter and three grandchildren. "Big G" practiced her Catholic faith tirelessly and with daily prayer. A viewing will be held at Knapp Funeral Home in Greenwich (267 Greenwich Avenue) on Wed., June 22, 4:30-6:30 p.m. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at St. Michael's Parish in Greenwich (469 North Street) on Thursday, June 23, 11 a.m.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jun. 21, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for GEORGEANN DOWDLE

12 Entries

Lynn Isom

June 15, 2019

Georgeann was bigger than life and for that reason she lives on forever! Here it is 8 years since she died and she is still ever-present in my mind and heart. She gifted me with a small chime heart which I look at often, ring its bell and think of her. She was so generous, enthusiastic and passionate - about everything. She gave fully of herself and I am happy to say she was my friend. Her Spirit lives on everywhere in all the lives she touched.

Donna Von Oehsen

June 28, 2011

Dear Little G & Family - My sincerest condolences to you all as together we mourn the loss of a very special woman who truly made this land a better place. Her heart was huge, her humor endless and love of life admirable. I will always remember Georgann as my sister Linda’s friend who also became mine. She lightened up any room and brought such a light-hearted, positive, profound sense to any situation or setting, never with airs or agenda. Her personality and presence will remain in my heart and I will think of her often. My prayers are with you at this difficult time. Truly yours, Donna Von Oehsen (sister of “Beth”/Linda Von Oehsen Roach).

Lynn Isom

June 25, 2011

Georgeann's generosity of spirit and infectious enthusiasm are fond and lasting memories for me. Her life was a celebration and there's no doubt that she is now flying with the angels. I send my deepest sympathies to you Little G and to your sons whom your mother spoke of so often.

libby Reghitto

June 22, 2011

I loved your quick wit and honesty...One of the most sensible and caring women Iv'e ever known...God called you as he needed you right by his side...love to all your family, Libby

Richard Bernero

June 22, 2011

On behalf of the entire Whitby community, we are saddened and will miss Georgeann. She was a part of the fabric and history of Whitby, as a student, alumni, and daughter of Whitby founder Georgeann Skakel Dowdle Terrien. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Richard H. Bernero
Director of Development and Alumni Relations

Shawn Cherry

June 22, 2011

Little G,
You probably don't remember me, but I knew your mom through my stepfather, Bob Fomon, who as chairman of EF Hutton at the time, brought the Skakel family business, Great Lakes Carbon into one of the first leveraged buyouts in history. We were invited over to your grandparents house in Greenwich and spent the day by the pool with your grandmother and uncle.
My fondest memory of your mother is when she took me out to lunch for my birthday at Cafe des Artistes in New York, ordered champagne to celebrate then took me to the Metropolitan museum to see an impressionist painting exhibit and bought two Matisse posters for me. She was just something else. When my partner Vincent and I first moved down to the Palm Beach area, we ran into your mother at the movies one night and then had a lovely visit with her at her terriffic apartment on Worth Avenue. My family will miss her terribly and send you our deepest sympathies.

Kelly Dowdle Groll

June 21, 2011

Dear Little G,
My heart is very sad today, I am really going to miss your Mom. What a great Lady, a great friend and a great cousin. I will carry many great memories of Big G with me forever. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys. All my love to you all.
Kelly Dowdle Groll

PAUL CZAJA

June 21, 2011

GEORGEANN WAS ONE OF MY FIRST STUDENTS AT WHITBY SCHOOL AND I NEVER FORGOT HER -- WE RECENTLY MET AND TALKED AGAIN AT A WHITBY REUNION WITH GREAT JOY -- AND WE SPOKE AGAIN THIS PAST SPRING ON THE PHONE -- I LOOK FORWARD TO OUR MEETING IN HAPPINESS WITHIN THE GRACE OF OUR LORD JESUS AND EMBRACED BY THE ETERNAL LOVE OF THE FATHER AND REJOICING IN THE FELLOWSHIP OF THE HOLY SPIRIT -- SOON SOON SOON.

Diane Busby

June 21, 2011

Dear Little G & Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love,

Diane

June 21, 2011

Big G now can become one of the beautiful angels she held so close to her heart. Wishes

Greg Salerno

June 21, 2011

The Salerno family is left with a huge hole in our heart and soul. There is comfort knowing that mom and Georgeann our watching over us now at Morgan's in heaven.

Brian, Brian Jr, Jon, and Greg

Debbie Busby

June 21, 2011

Dear Family- Georgeann was truly a special person with a wonderful personality. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Our thought & prayers are with you all during this time of tremendous loss.
Warm regards,
Debbie Busby Kunces & Bob
Rob, Erin and Kimberly

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