Marlene Paige Obituary

PAIGE Marlene Phyliss Purcell Paige, age 63, of Clinton, passed away suddenly on Saturday, February 25, 2012 at Yale New Haven Hospital. Born on April 6, 1948 in Lawrence, MA, she was the daughter of Rita Purcell and the late Edward Purcell. For over thirty years, Marlene worked in the MRI Department of Yale New Haven Hospital. She enjoyed cooking and gardening and was an enthusiastic and dedicated fan of the UCONN Women's basketball team. Marlene was a caring and devoted animal lover. She was a loving and caring mother grandmother and friend to all who knew her. In addition to her mother Rita Marlene is survived by her two children, Eric Paige of Clinton and Jennifer Paige of Florida, four grandchildren, Merrick, Patience, Aglea and Beatrice; her brother Edward Purcell of Fairfield; significant other Alexander McWilliams of East Haven and her longtime best friend Janice and her husband Richard Halliday as well as many other loving friends. Marlene is predeceased by her former husband Delbert H. Paige. Friends and family may call on Wednesday, February 29th from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. followed by a Prayer Service at 7:30 pm at the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street on the Green, in Milford. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Marlene's name to SPCA OF CONNECTICUT, INC. 359 Spring Hill Road Monroe, CT 06468 www.codywhitefuneralservice.com

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Published by Connecticut Post on Feb. 28, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Marlene Paige

12 Entries

Jeff and Peggy Flynn

March 12, 2012

Our condolences to the Paige family and Alex. Marlene was a wonderful person and a terrific neighbor. We are blessed to have known her for over 20 years.

Nancy Murphy

March 2, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with Marlene's family. She was a friend and classmate of mine while attending Bassick High School. We had many classes together and she made being there such a joy. God Bless her and may God comfort everyone she left behind. I'm sure she is watching down on all of you.

Nancy Murphy (Coolis)

Willie Carr, Jr

March 2, 2012

My prayers, thoughts, and condolences are with the family of Marlene. She was a classmate from Bassick High School and I'll always remember her as a very nice person. In school I remember she had very long hair. When several of us from Bassick had a mini reunion a few years ago at Beverly's Pizza in Black Rock, although her hair was much shorter, she was still as nice as ever. We all enjoyed remembering and talking about old times, and I think I can speak for all of us when I say Marlene will be missed. May God bless and comfort you all now and forever.

February 29, 2012

Dear Al and Marlene's Family,
Ken and I are very saddened by Marlene's death. She was a very kind, generous, and understanding woman who loved all of you very much. God Bless you. Jeanne Speranza (Al's sister)

Carol Beckwith Mancini

February 29, 2012

Dear Eric and Jennifer,

My deepest sympathy to both of you on the loss of your mother. I will remember her as a kind, sweet woman. May God hold her in His loving arms for eternity.

Miriam Morejon (Horta)

February 28, 2012

Dear Rita and Eddie: We are so sorry for the loss of your daughter and sister Marlene. My sister Magda and I will always remember her as a sweet, thoughtful, kind and wonderful childhood friend and later on we kept in touch with her through our teenage years and adulthood. . We now live in Miami, but have never forgotten the three of you. May she rest in peace in the arms of Our Lord. May He give you solace in your loss. Lovingly, Miriam and Magda Morejon

Judy Dowd

February 28, 2012

My deepest condolences to Jen, Eric, Merrick, Patience, Aglaila and Beatrice on the loss of their mother and grandmother. She is in a much better place at eternal peace and beauty. God help all of you during this very difficult time. JTD

Mary Ann Battipaglia

February 28, 2012

I was so saddened to hear about Marlene's passing. I worked with her in the MRI department years ago, and she always had a smile and a good word. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Tina Cates

February 28, 2012

I was so sad to hear of Marlene's passing.She was a dear sweet person with a warm smile. I worked with her in the radiology department at Yale for many years. Please except my deepest regrets.

kevin wilson

February 28, 2012

I will miss her

Carol Nevers-Bernier

February 27, 2012

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it's the memories of you that are the most precious.

By Lamaretta Simmons

B H

February 27, 2012

She was an incredible person, so caring, sweet, and giving. Words can't express how much she will be missed. She changed everyone's life with her smile. Prayers to her family and friends.

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