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Marianne McGuire Obituary

New London - Longtime New London resident, Marianne McGuire, 71, passed away on Sunday, April 27, 2014, at her residence.

Widow to Richard McGuire, she is survived by her three children, Michael McGuire and his wife, Linda, Megan McGuire, and Scott McGuire; and four siblings in New Jersey and Florida.

Marianne was an active volunteer with Friends of Harkness. As an artist, she had participated in local exhibits. Marianne was also an avid gardener and bird watcher.

No services will be held. A celebration of life event will occur this summer at Harkness.

Donations in her memory may be made to: Friends of Harkness, Center for Hospice Care Southeastern Connecticut, and VNA of Southeastern Connecticut.

The Thomas L. Neilan & Sons Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.neilanfuneralhome.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Day on May 3, 2014.

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Tricia Morales

May 13, 2014

Miss Marianne was a wonderful person! Thank you so much for the time I had with her!!! She was very spunky and we had some pretty good laughs with each other!!!

Tracy Romano

May 5, 2014

My heart felt condolences to you Megan. I have wonderful memories of your mom. Thanks for sharing her with me when we were growing up. My heart prayers and love to and your brothers....

Tracy Thompson

May 4, 2014

My deepest condolences to the whole family.

Karen and Keith Thompson

May 4, 2014

Three resonsible, loving children is a wonderful legacy. Many good memories as well. God bless

May 3, 2014

Megan, Scott and Michael:

I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Maggie and I had some very good times together. She was a very dear friend to me and I will miss her greatly.

Love, Sheila Hutchins

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