Manchester, CT / Granville, NY – Marjorie M. Kilpatrick passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2008 at the home of her son, Brian Kilpatrick.
Marjorie was born on July 15, 1921 in Manchester, CT the daughter of Stephen and Sarah (Sinclair) McAdam.
Marjorie graduated from Manchester High School, in Manchester CT as co-salutatorian of her class of 1939. During her youth she became a member of the Church of the Nazarene in Manchester. She shared her faith with the youth of that church by spending many years teaching Sunday school. She married Nelson Kilpatrick in 1942, during World War II. Marjorie was a homemaker, wife and mother. While performing those domestic chores she found that she especially enjoyed baking pies, to share with family and friends. Once the children were grown and Nelson retired, they spent time traveling throughout the world. But they always returned to Manchester, CT. Nine months ago they moved to Granville due to failing health, and to be near their son and his family.
Marjorie was predeceased by a sister, Eunice (Platt) and a brother Elwin (McAdam). Marjorie is survived by her husband of 65 years, Nelson Kilpatrick, two daughters: Christine Brigham of Colorado Springs, Colorado and Sharon McGlinchey and her husband Don of St. Petersburg, FL and a son Brian Kilpatrick and his wife Joan of Granville. Also surviving are 11 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be at the Church of the Nazarene, 218 Main St., Manchester, CT from 11AM to Noon, Tuesday, September 30, 2008 with funeral services following at the church. Burial will follow at the East Cemetery in Manchester.
The family requests any memorial contributions be made to the Cornerstone Christian School, 236 Main St. Manchester, CT.
Local arrangements were under the direction of Robert M King Funeral Home.
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