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Mary Gilman Obituary
Buddy and MJ raised eight children and traveled extensively in their 66 years of marriage. MJ cultivated an early interest in art and antiquities which continued throughout her life. She was never happier than when she was surrounded by family for meals and celebrations. She and Buddy opened their home to a large circle of friends and always found room at their table for a "walk-in."
Mary Jane was predeceased by her husband Charles; her sister Sally Evans Purfeerst; and her parents. She is survived by her children, Kate, Amy and husband Mano Kazakidis, Jonathan, Meg, Evan, Cyrus and wife Kristine Olsen, Charles, and Sara and husband Jay Mallari. Her beloved grandchildren are Alexander (Tess) and George Kazakidis; Marina and Philip Kazakidis; Nathan (Alisha) and Nicholas Gilman; Anthony, Michael and Brian Mazzella; David Gilman; Hannah, Jack and Oliver Gilman; Olivia and Sophia Mallari; and great-grandchildren are Mason Joseph Mazzella, Kennedy Margaret Kazakidis and Bennett Charles Matthew Gilman. She is also survived by her sister, Barbara Rull Smith of Niantic; and her brother-in-law Roger Purfeerst and his wife Pat.
Mary Jane was a member of the Congregation Brothers of Joseph. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, at Church and Allen Funeral Service, 136 Sachem Street, Norwich. Burial will follow the funeral service at First Hebrew Society in Preston.
Shiva will be observed from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, at the Gilman family home in Waterford.
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Ronald Hayman
December 16, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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