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Marjorie Rousseau Obituary
Marjorie was born Sept. 6, 1929, the daughter of Ethel and William (Buster) Rice. She graduated from Willimantic Teachers College with a bachelor of science degree in 1951 and soon after married Gerard H. Rousseau, who predeceased her in 2006.
Surviving family members include her sister, Dorothy Gorra of Northampton, Mass.; children, Peter Rousseau and wife, Helen, of Uncasville, Charles Rousseau and wife, Barbara, of Mystic, Alex Rousseau and wife, Susan, of Ledyard, and Amy Armstrong and her husband, Jim, of Uncasville. Also surviving Marjorie are her eight grandchildren, Holly Gorman of Preston, Coral Rousseau of Uncasville, Isabelle and Connor Rousseau of Mystic, Zachary and Catherine Rousseau of Ledyard, Jessica and James Armstrong of Uncasville; and five great-grandchildren, Matthew of Preston, and Persephone, Jamie, Teagan, and Alarra-Mae of Uncasville.
Marjorie spent her career teaching in the Montville schools, mostly at the kindergarten level. She was a life member of Montville Mohegan Lions, past member of Eastern Star, and as a member of Montville Union Baptist Church, she served as a trustee. She was also an instrumental part of the founding of the Montville Union Baptist Church Food Bank. Marge was never one to bring attention to her own accomplishments, but simply wished to serve others and God.
Calling hours will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 5, at the Montville Funeral Home of Church & Allen, Route 32, Uncasville. A service will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 6, at Montville Union Baptist Church, Route 163, Uncasville.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Montville Union Baptist Church Food Bank would be appreciated.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marjorie Rousseau
Amber Sneddon
September 20, 2014
Rousseau Family,
My condolences on the passing of Marge. She was such a great lady, a great teacher and good for a laugh. I loved looking at all the pictures you posted of her. You're all in my thoughts and prayers.
Betty Sweeney
September 13, 2014
We will miss you Marge. You are a wonderful example of what being human should mean. You loved without being judgmental with kindness and Christian values for all. - Much Love Betty Sweeney and Family
Greg Wilkinson
September 8, 2014
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
September 6, 2014
I have known "Marge in Charge" my whole life, through our church, and it's hard to imagine this world without her. I have many fond memories of her, but my favorite is: every year (until recently) she would teach the kids about the advent wreath, let them take turns lighting the candles, and sing her own song about it. "Mary had a baby, a lord...". She was a beautiful person who had a heart for children, and for the less fortunate. And I, for one, will miss her.
~Rebecca Rothholz
and family
mary
September 6, 2014
Marjorie was a terrific women who helped me stay strong during my own personal struggle I learned from her,laughed with her,and cried with her she will forever be someone who touched my heart
Frances Andersen
September 5, 2014
My sincere condolences on the passing of Marge. I first met her and Ethel and Buster when my brother-in-law, Rev Phil Goff was Pastor at the UBC. Marge and I sang in the choir together. Many, many happy memories of her not only as a Church member but also as a friend and all the times spent "pool side" at her Mom and Dad's. She will be missed by many.
Sincerely, Fran (Saunders) Andersen
Rich and Debie Goldman
September 5, 2014
Our sincerest heartfelt condolences to your family. Montville has also certainly lost a wonderful community asset.
Mark LaLima
September 5, 2014
Chuck Rousseau and Family,
Our condolences on the passing of your Mother.
Mark and Barbara LaLima
Pastor Tim
September 5, 2014
Our Church Family is praying for you at this difficult time. May God's Spirit bring peace, comfort, and understanding through this. May He reveal Himself to many because of the life this precious woman lived for her king who she has longed to be with. We rejoice because we can know without any doubt she heard those amazing words spoken, "Well done thy good and faithful servant."
John Birdsall
September 5, 2014
marjorie was a member of Oweneco Chapter Order of Eastern Star and by consolidation a member of Sachem chapter in Preston, a 64 year member.
The members of Eastern Star extend their sympathy in this time of need to the family, She was a great lady and will be missed by many. May she rest in Peace
Diana Darrow
September 4, 2014
Marge was a wonderful teacher....I learned a few lessons from her church children's circle stories....story/lessons weren't only for children.
Steve Fowler
September 4, 2014
I have fond memories of Mrs. Rousseau from Kindergarten. She was a special woman. Rest in Peace and say hi to Jesus!!
melanie white
September 4, 2014
So sorry for your loss..
Judy Adams
September 4, 2014
I met Marge years ago, she was my granddaughters teacher. She was an amazing woman, not only did she work tirelessly at the food bank, but for quite a while she did the share program. May God Bless you and your family. Judy, Colleen, Patrick, Kerry, Diana & Ashley Adams.
Robert Sweeney
September 4, 2014
Dear Rousseau Family,
Margie was a warm,compassionate,funny and caring person.
She will be missed,though heaven is now richer with Margie,
Gerard and Francis X..
Joann & Joe Martin
September 4, 2014
Dear Chuck and family, so sorry to hear of your mother's passing with deepest sympathy.
Liz Lambertson
September 4, 2014
Mrs. Rousseau ("Miss Rice")was my kindergarten teacher and I loved her! Growing up, I remember her on the bus to Gardners Lake for swimming lessons on occasion. Although I moved away, whenever I came "home" I looked forward to attending church and seeing Ethel and Marge. They are now together. When my Dad passed away, Marge made her famous "baked beans" and I actually got her "secret recipe"! Thoughts and prayers to the family of these very special women.
Robin Henry
September 4, 2014
Dear Chuck and family,
We were saddened to hear that your mom had passed. She wore a lot of hats - mother, sister, daughter, wife, grandmother, teacher, community worker, neighbor and friend. What a life to celebrate and remember! We hope in time that happy memories will bring you joy and comfort.
Love,
~ Robin, Doug , Ian and Taylor Henry
Judy Dailey
September 4, 2014
So sorry for your loss. I remember her fondly as a teacher in Montville. She will be missed.
September 4, 2014
Dear Chuck & Family,
Our family is saddened by the passing of your Mother. We'll always remember her fondly. Your Mom was a wonderful person, she will be missed! Ann Marie & Tim Gunn & Sweeney Family
Ken Davison
September 4, 2014
Dear Chuck and family, I'm sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My thoughts are with you.
Marlee & Jasen Clark
September 4, 2014
Family, our prayers and love go out to you at this difficult time.
Liliane Allegretti
September 4, 2014
So sorry of your loss!
we had some nice times together .
will not be here ,so can't be at the wake!
Sincerely
Liliane Allegretti
Jim Armstrong
September 4, 2014
God speed and rest easy Marge. You are loved and will be missed.
Kerry Krassner
September 4, 2014
Amy, Jim, Jessica, James & Family:
Our sincerest condolences on the passing of your Mom & Grandma. She was a very special woman. May your hearts be comforted by your memories of her.
With Sympathy,
The Krassner Family
Kerry, Scott, Tristan & Kaitlyn
Tiffany Williams
September 4, 2014
Marge will be truly missed.
Kim Hewitt Gero
September 4, 2014
Dear Amy, Peter, Chucky, Alex, Dottie, and all family members, I am so sad for you all. Margie was such a bright light in the world, and it will be dimmer without her.
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