Margo Jayne Kamin Esslinger

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Margo Esslinger Obituary

Esslinger , Margo Jayne Kamin, of Yardley, PA, died suddenly on Sunday, April 29, 2007. She was 50 years old. Margo was a devoted wife and mother. She is survived by her husband, Richard G. Esslinger, and daughter, Allison R. Esslinger. Margo is also survived by her mother and stepfather, Ethel and Lester Feinstein, of Hallandale, FL; father and stepmother, Sam and Janey Kamin of Wayland, MA; and siblings Karol Kamin of New York City, Stephen Kamin of Milford, MA, and Michael and Margaret Kamin of Ashland, MA. Margo graduated from the University of Miami and worked as a television producer for broadcast news in Miami. She helped pioneer the early infotainment TV genre at PM Magazine, which spawned Entertainment Tonight and other shows of that type. She worked at CBS News in New York City, including as producer on the award winning Street Stories, a prime time news magazine show and offshoot of 60 Minutes, hosted by Ed Bradley. Margo had a warm heart, joyous spirit, and a contagious laugh which will be remembered by all who knew her. A smile and sunny personality which allowed her to connect with people all over the country in both work and personal contexts. Funeral services will be held on Friday, May 4th at 11 a.m. at the FitzGerald-Sommer Funeral Home, 17 S. Delaware Avenue (River Road) in Yardley. Burial will follow at Newtown Cemetery, Newtown, PA. Friends may call from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your favorite charity in Margo's name.

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Published by Sun-Sentinel on May 3, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Margo Esslinger

11 Entries

Janice Sue Johnson

June 26, 2025

I think of her often, and miss her.

Yvonne Miranda

April 26, 2008

Dear Richard and Allison,
Thinking about you this April 2008 with love. We have great memories of laughter and good times with you and Margo. We are broken hearted for your loss. She was amazing. I think of her often...and smile.
Love,
Yvonne and family

Caran Crooker

May 30, 2007

Richard,
I guess you will know by this message how everyone still thinks of you from your days in Houston. We were all so sorry to hear about this. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barbara Green

May 13, 2007

Richard and Allison,
Who would have believed this would happen as we sailed the seas together. We had a fantastic holiday with you all and you really made our cruise. We are utterly devastated. Our most sincere prayers are with you both. We feel priviliged to have met such a wonderful mother and wife. Will be writing very soon.
Barbara, Caroline and James Green

Jennifer Cifarelli

May 6, 2007

Dear Allison,

"Be strong and of a good courage, for the Lord Thy God is with thee whither soever thou goest." This saying has always helped me through the darkest days. Your mom adored you...she will AlWAYS live in your heart and your memories.

Much love,
Jennifer Cifarelli
(Your 4th Grade teacher)

Derek Busby

May 5, 2007

Richard
My deepest sympathy, it's been years since we've seen each other but my thoughts are with you in this sad time. You both always came to mind when Billy Idol's "White Weding" was on the radio.

Alexandra Gialanze

May 3, 2007

Dear Allison,
I just read in Newsday about what happened to your mother and I am deeply, sorry. I don't know if you remember me, but we went to elementary school together. When I read about what happened, I felt devastated and just hope that I can contact you. Just know that many of us here in LB are with you and thinking and praying for you in this time of need.

With love,
Alexandra Gialanze

Gary Brumback

May 3, 2007

Richard and Allison,
You have my deepest sympathy. Margo always had a smile, a great sense of humor, very caring and creative. I remember how excited she was when Tom & I visited and she surprised you with your birthday displayed across the Shea Stadium Scoreboard during an Astros / Mets game.

Catherine & Dan DeSimone

May 3, 2007

Dear Richard and Allison,
Our heartfelt deepest sympathy to you and your family. We will always remember Margo's beautiful smile and great personality. She was a great friend and neighbor.
Love, Cathy & Dan

Dorinda Ivey

May 3, 2007

Margo was a shining light for all the world to see. Her bright smile and sunny personality will be missed but will never leave our memories.

DAVID CARTWRIGHT

May 3, 2007

DEAR RICHIE AND ALLISON, OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU. HER LOVE FOR YOU WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU.
THE CARTWRIGHT FAMILY

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