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Gordon MacGillivray Obituary

Gordon Eugene MacGillivray, 71 of Newington, passed away January 20, 2023 at Hartford Hospital. He was born March 10, 1951 in Cranston, RI to Daniel Miriam (Holloway) MacGillivray. Gordon is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Lourdes Lopez and a brother, Daniel MacGillivray. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Michael MacGillivray.

Gordon was a proud US Army veteran of the Vietnam War, "Our Nation is grateful for his sacrifices and service while in the United State Army and helping defend democracy and shape the world we live in today." After receiving his degree, Gordon lastly worked with the Department of Veteran Affairs, as a Peer Specialist at the VA Connecticut Healthcare System. He was held in "high esteem" among his professionals and peers. He will be missed by all, especially by his wife, Lourdes.



Family will receive friends on Saturday, March 18, 2023 from 11:30 AM until the time of service with US Army Honors at 1 PM in the Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home (Clancy Funeral Home), 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven. Burial will be private.

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Published by Hartford Courant from Feb. 5 to Mar. 12, 2023.

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Paul Roberts

July 24, 2023

Gordon helped many of the Veterans with PTSD and such get back on track was the best councilor ar Newington VA that many of us ever had. Many Vets love and respect Gordon. God bless and may he Rest In Peace. Paul Roberts

Phil Ronczka

February 7, 2023

Rest In Peace Gordon,going to miss our morning chats and hanging out with you.

Mark Sullivan

February 4, 2023

Semper Fi Soldier.

Paul Roberts

February 1, 2023

Rip Gordon, Best Veterans councilor and friend to many, many Veterans! Great Guy ! Your friend Paul Roberts

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