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Jean Chandler Obituary
Jean Elizabeth Chandler, age 74, passed away quietly on Wednesday morning October 24, 2018 at Glen Hill Nursing Center in Danbury. Jean was born July 29, 1944 in Philadelphia, PA to the late Robert and Elizabeth Robin McGhee.
Jean worked most recently at JoAnn Fabrics after working many years at Blockbuster Video, a job she truly enjoyed. Jean worked for many years at Supplemental Childcare Services, Brookfield. She also enjoyed watching movies, reading, scrapbooking and crossword puzzles. Anything that had to do with Egypt, Jean was interested in, but mostly she was a homebody who loved spending time with her granddaughter, Kyra.
Jean will be sadly missed by her sons: Robert Scott Chandler of Danbury and Edward Chandler, Jr. and his wife, Laura of New Milford and her beloved granddaughter, Kyra Chandler. She is also survived by her brother-in-law, Michael Gillotti of Newtown. Jean was predeceased by her sister Anne McGhee Gillotti.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Moose Lodge (75 Boulevard Dr., Danbury), where Jean was a member since 1966, on Sunday, November 4th from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Jean's honor may be made to: American Cancer Society, www.donate3.cancer.org. To light a candle, please visit www.CornellMemorial.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Jeri Lynn Stephens-Wlasuk
November 8, 2018
Praying for you and your family for the loss of your beloved mother.
November 8, 2018
CB and Scott....I am so sorry for your loss.
Your mom was a dear woman and friend to me.
All my 21 years at Supplemental Child Care Services, Inc.I will fondly remember your mother who was generous at all our birthday parties and holidays....she ALWAYS had the "perfect" gift!
I am praying that sorrow is replaced with joy knowing we will see her again! " Just Peachy"!!
Maarit Acocella
October 31, 2018
So sorry for your loss .
Darleen Peck
October 31, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss Scotty. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
October 30, 2018
Robert we are very sorry for your loss. Many years have passed since you were our neighbors in Bridgewater, but I remember your mom well. May she rest in peace.
The Lacorazza Family
Lena Duva
October 30, 2018
We are sadden & so sorry for your family's loss.
The Moffa/Duva Family
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