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Marjorie George Obituary

GEORGE, Marjorie H. Marjorie Higgins George, 83, of West Haven, wife of the late, Howard Russell George, ret. WHFD, died Monday, June 27, 2011, at the Hospital of St. Raphael after a brief illness. Born in New Haven, May 15, 1928, she was a daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Madigan Higgins Sr. A life-long resident of West Haven, Marjorie had a special love for Bingo, often playing at church and the senior center. She is survived by 4 children, Russell (Lisa) George of Hamden, Kathy (Roger) Neville of Wallingford, Karen (William) Kennedy of Palmer, MA, and Kim (Robert) Montuori of West Haven; and 6 cherished grandchildren, Tina, Katie, Frank, Bridget, Shannon, and Patrick. She also leaves a brother Joseph Higgins Jr. of Groton, two sisters, Mary (William) Gordon of West Haven, and Patricia Melanson of Milford, and several nieces and nephews. The funeral will be from the Keenan Funeral Home, 238 Elm Street, West Haven, Friday at 11:00 AM. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home Thursday from 4 to 8 PM. Gifts in Marjorie's name may be directed to the charity of the donor's choice. Those wishing to extend condolences online may do so at www.keenanfuneralhome.com

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Published by New Haven Register from Jun. 28 to Jun. 29, 2011.

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James F Amero

June 24, 2025

On the Anniversary of Aunt Margie's death, I wanted to reach out and let everyone know that she is still missed and remembered. Our thoughts and prayers as always are with all your family. Jim, Marcy, Jim II, Elizabeth Amero Oil City PA

June 29, 2011

Margie, my friend i will cherish all the good times we shared. You will be missed by many. You always lit up a room, now you will shine in heaven. Adue my friend! Godspeed. Dawn Mccready West Haven, CT

James Amero

June 29, 2011

I will miss being able to come to Connecticut and visit with Aunt Margie. We were not able to come often but I looked forward to our visits and will cherish the memories I have of the time we spent together. I am deeply saddened by your loss and you are in my family's prayers.

Jeff Amero

June 28, 2011

In loving memory of a wonderful person. I will always remember the times my family visited as great times of fun and laughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with all your family. Jeff and Denise Amero Lakeland Fl

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