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Eugene Cleary Obituary

EUGENE H. CLEARY, III, age 50, died suddenly on May 27. Born in Greenwich, he was the son of the late Eugene and Jean Cleary. Gene graduated from Greenwich High School and attended Eastern Connecticut State University and the University of Connecticut. He lived and worked in Greenwich for many years before moving to Norwich, Connecticut. Gene's kindness and humor will be missed by his family and many friends. He is survived by his sons Jonathan and Justin, his sister Sabrina, brothers Stuart, Sands and John, as well as two grandchildren, Ryan and Isabella. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 17 at 12:00 p.m., in the parish hall at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 200 Riverside Avenue, in Riverside. A reception for friends and family will be held in Stratford, immediately following the service. Donations in honor of Gene's memory may be made to www.edesiaglobal.org.

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Published by GreenwichTime on Jun. 10, 2011.

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Kristen Day

July 5, 2011

Gene will be missed by all of us- he was a good dad, a friend to many, and was able to find humor in situations that were frustrating or hopeless to others. I will never forget the kindness he showed me and to Greg and Lara. He was soft-spoken, but had a huge impact on so many lives. See you in the next life Gene- God be with the Cleary family.

Ken Anderson

June 17, 2011

Stuart, Sands, Sabrina and Jackie--I was stunned to hear of Gene's sudden passing. He was a champion in so many ways. I have so many memories of our childhood, and the fun times we had. It was great being neighbors, and the best of friends. We will always have a special place in our heart for the Cleary family. Rest in peace, and keep a place for me on your team, in heaven.

Monica Endres

June 17, 2011

I am so sorry to hear of Gene's passing. Gene was always a funny, kind man and he will be missed by many.

June 17, 2011

Gene not only did u make my daughter Lori laugh so much you also made me LAUGH!!! you will be missed by many. Lori's mom Peggy

Lori Perry

June 16, 2011

Wow Gene what can I say the man who loved to tease me constanstly and made me laugh so hard I cried. You were one of kind! You and my brother can make them laugh in heaven..God Bless your sons and grandchildren who you loved so very much.

mandy alderman

June 15, 2011

gene was one of a kind and will be missed!!! he livened up many a dull moment. i will never forget him. until we meet again gene xxxxx

Mary Olsson

June 15, 2011

So sorry to hear about Gene. I worked with him for awhile at Mohegan Sun Tuscany, and enjoyed him. Sorry for your loss, my prayers are with your family. Mary olsson

Lorrie Harvey

June 15, 2011

I have very fond memories of Gene from the casino, that include a lot of laughter and great wit! He was SO funny. My sincere condolences to his family. Peace Gene... Lorrie xo

Marcy Vitagliano

June 15, 2011

We are so very sorry to hear this.. I am deeply saddened by this tremendous loss. He has many many friends who will mourn him deeply. This has taken us out at the knees. Much love to you and your family.. Cindy and Marcy

June 15, 2011

So sorry to hear of Genes passing. i had the honor of working with gene for many years in the food & beverage business. He was an amazing man with a witty sense of humor and a heart the size of his smile. He will be greatly missed. So sorry for your loss.

Paul & Kathe Morosky

June 15, 2011

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Cleary family.

Nancy Rieger

June 14, 2011

I remember Gene from the Indian Field Road neighborhood. I had not seen him in at least 30 years, but his sudden death has reminded me of how lucky all of us were to spend good times together in our youth. May such memories ease the sadness of his passing.

June 13, 2011

Our hearts are very sad to hear about Gene. We saw him grow to
adulthood, as he was in and out of our house on Indian Field Road.
He was a wonderful athlete and always had a smile and a great laugh. He was one of the "boys". We send our condolences to his
family--siblings, sons and grandchildren.
Don and Norma Cece

Rachel Morosky

June 10, 2011

My deepest sympathies to all of you. Gene's passing is a tremendously sad loss and he will be deeply missed .

June 10, 2011

Sands, so sorry about your brother.
Celine Duffy (GHS 83)

June 10, 2011

My sympathy to the Cleary family. Barbara Horton Gorman

Bill Joyce

June 10, 2011

Geno gonna miss ya

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