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George Twine Obituary
Mr. Twine was former Assistance Superintendent of Recreation, Town of Greenwich from 1961-1969. He was former President of Greenwich Branch NAACP. Also, he retired as an Investigator Manager for the State Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities.
In addition to his wife, other survivors include one son, George Twine, Jr., of Maine; four daughters, Esther Ray of Greenwich, CT, Samia Khair of Prospect Park, NJ, Rosalind Wilson of Bowie, MD and Thelma Mack of Richmond, VA; 14 grandchildren; and 4 great-grandchildren.
Predeceased by one brother, John Twine and two sisters, Louise Perry and Mary Singleton.
Calling hours are Thursday, March 30, 2006 from 6 to 8 PM at Bethel AME Church, 4244 Lake Avenue, Greenwich.
Funeral service will be Friday, March 31, 2006 at 11:00AM in the Church with Pastor Margaret Tyson officiating. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to AME Building Fund.
Downer Funeral Home, Inc., 31 Stillwater Avenue is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
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Ro Booker-Wilson & Family
April 3, 2006
Ms. Twine and Family,
Our condle scene to you and your family. Mr. Twine accomplished so much during his life. The impact he had on others will never be forgotten. Our deepest sympathy.
God Bless you all.
Essie(Kelly) Armistead
April 1, 2006
Ms. Esther Twine and Family
You have been truly blessed. Mr. Twine was one of a kind. I pray that he will rest in peace. He was a very special person who shared his wisdom and expertise. He was a gracious man.
He will be in our hearts forever
Love, Essie
Lillian Phillips-Bolling
March 31, 2006
With our deepest sympathy
The Bolling and Phillips Families
Charles Teichert Jr.
March 31, 2006
George was really a great leader in Greenwich during his time. A voice of restraint that brought many changes for the good of all in Greenwich. I knew him for many years and worked with him on many civic activities. He will be remembered by many!
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