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Marion Cantor Obituary
Born in New Haven, she was the beloved daughter of Betty and Philip Bassett, and cherished sister of Judi Moskowitz and her husband, Alan, of Hamden. Marion was a brilliant student and life-long learner, attending Hillhouse High School and Brandeis University. Just prior to college, Marion captured the heart of her true love, Louis Cantor, with her bright smile, freckled face, and great wit. The two of them lived their lives in Ellington for over 40 years, where they were exceptional parents to their three children and their spouses: Rabbi Debra Cantor and Jim Beede of Newington, Michael Cantor and Shari Cantor of West Hartford, and Cindy Cantor Maher and Stephen Maher of West Hartford. Marion taught her children great life lessons of unconditional love, the power of humor and laughter, the importance of education, the value of music, art, and theatre, but most importantly – how to enjoy life as much as you are able, for as long as you can. She was a gifted musician, and taught music and piano to hundreds of children and adults. She loved her students, and they loved her back, counting on her not only to help them with their music, but also to offer wise counsel and friendship. Marion adored all eight of her grandchildren: Max and Penina Beede, Josh, Sam, Ben, and Jacob Cantor, and Kate and Rebecca Maher. She would always say, "You'll see, when you're a grandparent – you will love those kids like they're your own." Marion will be missed by many: her friends and Mahjong buddies, her cousins, her students, her in-laws, her nieces and nephews, and her Sandy, who provided help and companionship over the past few years.
The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 8, 2011, at Weinstein Mortuary, 640 Farmington Ave., West Hartford, followed by a short graveside ceremony at the Ellington Cemetery, 95 Maple St., Ellington.
The family will be sitting Shiva at the home of Michael and Shari Cantor, 39 Colony Road, West Hartford, through Thursday night.
Calling hours will be from 3 to 8 p.m., with Minyan at 7 p.m. Sunday through Thursday.
Donations in Marion's memory may be made to Congregation B'nai Tikvoh-Sholom, 180 Still Rd., Bloomfield, CT 06002, or to the Connecticut Children's Medical Center, 282 Washington St., Hartford, CT 06106
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Marion Cantor
Rose Bilow
May 14, 2011
My sincere sympathy in the loss of your dear Mom. I was familiar with your Dad at the store, growing up in Rockville.
They were both wonderful people.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sincere Sympathy
Rose Bilow
Marcy Tench Stovall and David Atkins
May 11, 2011
To Mike Cantor and All Your Family,
Your obituary tribute to your Mother is so lovely and loving, it makes clear what a loss this is for all of you. We send our deepest sympathies.
Barb Clisby & Gerry Stears
May 10, 2011
The Cantor Family,
It is with great sadness that I sign this guest book. Both my mom and myself took lessons from Marion. She will be playing our favorites songs for us always in our hearts.
May 8, 2011
We will miss cousin Marion very much. We will always remember her for her smile, sunny disposition and helpfulness. We only wish we were near enough to come to Ct. at this time.
Our prayers are wth all of you.
Barb, Richard and Ron Petroski (from Peoria)
Rev. & Mrs. Michael Aparo
May 7, 2011
Rabbi Cantor, and the Cantor family, our deepest condolence on the loss of your mother. May the memory of her love and many fine qualities be of great comfort to you.
Catalina LaPointe
May 7, 2011
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. I only met Marion briefly, but long enough to feel her warm sweetness, kindness, and devotion to the family. Find peace that your care and support during hard times brought her great comfort, and now, warm memories will bring you comfort and peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Beth-Ann Aniello
May 7, 2011
Marion was a very dear person and mentor to my mother, Sandy Aniello. She will be greatly missed. Please accept my condolences. She was an amazing woman. My deepest sympathy to all of her loved ones.
Bunny & Michael Weitz
May 7, 2011
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the death of your mom. When I lived in Ellington, I played MahJohnng with your mom on Thursdays & I have fond memories of that!
Our thoughts & prayers are with your entire family.
Vivian Marks
May 7, 2011
I was saddened to read of the death of Marion. She was my first roommate at Brandeis and I remember her as a very smiling, humorous and warm person. I regret that we had not been in touch these many years; she certainly had a rewarding life and touched many people.
My deepest sympathy to her entire family.
Sincerely, Vivian Marks
Joan Spivey
May 7, 2011
We offer our deep sympathy to the family of Marion Cantor.We never had the chance to meet her, but my daughter Sandy loved her dearly.
Joan and Nancy Spivey Virgina Beach,Va.
Clifford&Evelyn Silvers
May 7, 2011
We offer our sympathy to the Cantor family on the loss of their loving mother Marion and to Alan and Judi Moskowitz on the passing of Judi's sister Marion. As long time friends of Judi and Alan Moskowitz we knew Marion as a loving mother, grandmother and sisterand friend
May 7, 2011
Our sympathy to the Cantor family and to Alan and Judi Moskowitz on the passing of Judi's sister Marion. Marion was a loving individual who we knew for many years.
Clifford and Evelyn Silvers, Milford, CT
Caroline Kulman
May 7, 2011
Your mother was my piano teacher for a few years and she made playing fun. I especially remember how she had our recitals in her living room. I am very sorry for your loss.
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