Marjorie Grant Obituary (2013

Marjorie G. Grant, age 88 of Bridgeport, CT, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, December 10, 2013. At the time of her passing, she was a resident at the Astoria Park Convalescent Home, where she was lovingly cared for by her sister, Marian and the nursing staff of the nursing home. Affectionately known as Jen, Marjorie was born to the late Myron and Rachel Grant on July 10, 1925 in Winchester, CT. Marjorie loved to sing, and she had a beautiful alto voice. She sang with the gospel choir at the New Hope Baptist Church where she was a member. She loved plants, and her apartment was always filled with a variety of them. During her working years, Marjorie was a domestic worker for many families in the Fairfield County area. Marjorie is survived by one sister, Marian R. Gwyn of Stratford, CT and one brother, Myron W. Grant (Mary) of Henderson, NC. She was predeceased by her sisters, Hilda Stellmacher and Dorothy Morrow and brothers, Bernard Grant, James Grant, and George Brockenberry. She also leaves a host of nieces, nephews and friends who will greatly miss her. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service on Saturday, December 21, 2013 at 10:00 am. The service will be held at the New Hope Baptist Church, 1100 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT. Reverend David Miller officiating.