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George Hanlon Obituary
Ft. Myers, FL
George went home to God on September 13th, 2015. He was born on July 29th, 1935 to Edward and Mary (Becherer) Hanlon in Boston, Massachusetts.
George was named after his uncle who was a Jesuit priest. He was one of eleven children and is survived by his sister, Alice McCabe, and his brother, Thomas.
The most important things in George's life were his Catholic religion, family and country. He proudly served in the USMC and was active in the Marine Corp. League in Naples. A graduate of Boston College, he followed in his father's footsteps in the Hanlon Shoe Business, founded in 1927.
Skiing at Sugarloaf Mountain and sailing off the New England coast were his favorite pastimes.
George is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen (Roemer) formerly of Milton Masssachusetts and five daughters- Ellen Muratore of Naples, Kara Walsh of Naples, Jenifer Randall of Scarborough, Maine, Georgann (Gigi) Garraty of Marco Island and Kathleen Boros of Ft. Myers; nine grandchildren- Patrick, Declan, Shannon, Courtney, Carly, Ryan, Colin and Robert; great grandchildren- Lucas and Kevin George.
George and Kaye raised their children in Cohasset, Massachusetts where they resided for twenty five years. They started coming to Marco Island in the 1970's and lived there for fifteen years.
George was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. He was truly blessed by our Heavenly Father. We, your family "LOVE YOU BEST"!
Funeral Mass will be held at San Marco Catholic Church, Marco Island at 11:00 AM, Tuesday, September 22nd.
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for George Hanlon
October 7, 2015
Aunt Kaye, Ellen, Kara, Jen, Gigi, Kathy and families,
We are so sorry and sad about the loss of Uncle George. We will miss his bright lively face, kind words, and the fun he brought to family gatherings. He was prayed for until the end. You all are also in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult days. All our Love, Terry and Monica Hanlon
Mary Lou Bigelow
September 29, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go to Kaye and family! Love, Mary Lou and John
Kathleen Hanlon
September 18, 2015
Aunt Kay, Ellen, Jen, Kara, Gigi and Kathy,
Thinking of you during this very hard time. I remember uncle George so fondly, always a big smile and a joke. He will be missed but will remain with you, especially when you need him most.
Lauren Giglio
September 17, 2015
Our deepest condolences to all the Hanlon family - your dad was a great man. Love and Light,
Lauren (Smith), Cali and Frank Giglio
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Anne Shannon Brazel/O'Brien
September 17, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Kaye, Ellen, Kara, Jenifer, Gigi and Kathleen and their families.
With love, Anne and Mark
Annette Walsh/McMahon
September 17, 2015
condolances from across the water in Ireland from the Walsh/McMahon family. Our prayers are with Georges wife, daughters, and extended family. We also pray for a quick journey for George to his final resting place. RIP
Donna McMahon
September 17, 2015
Our deepest condolences to all of Georges family. Wish we were closer to you Aunty Kara xXx
Annette Walsh/McMahon
September 17, 2015
May I convey deepest condolances from our family to Georges. He was a lovely gentleman with a big heart. May his journey be short. My love to his family.
Lanie McCabe Donahue
September 16, 2015
Sending my sincere condolences to the Hanlon Family. I am so sorry for your loss. Uncle George will surely be missed. May he rest in peace.
September 16, 2015
Wonderful memories of a fun and loving uncle. Sending our prayers and best wishes to the Hanlon family. Bill & Nancy Pel-Walsh, Brattleboro, VT
Betsy and Ed Connolly
September 16, 2015
Keeping Uncle George and all his family in our thoughts and prayers. He had a wonderful life and we are grateful to have been a part of it. Love, Betsy & Ed
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