Jean McGinnis

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NORFOLK – Graveside services for Jean O. McGinnis, 90, a resident of 4 East High Street, Norfolk, will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 11 a.m. in the Visitation Cemetery, Norfolk with Deacon John Levison presiding. A Celebration of Life luncheon will be held following the services at the Coach Inn in Norfolk. Jean passed away on October 20, 2024 at home with family at her side. Jean is survived by her daughter, Kimberly Orologio (John Worley), Norfolk; her two beloved grandchildren, Chad Orologio and Emily Jean Orologio; several great-grandchildren as well as several nieces and nephews. Jean was pre-deceased by her parents, her husband John "Jack"; two sons, Charles "Peter" McGinnis and John "Johnny" McGinnis and her seven siblings, Roy, Leonard, Mark, Laura, Doris, Ethel and an infant sister. Born in Norwood, NY on August 1, 1934 to the late Arthur and Rose Dufore Oakes, Jean graduated from Norwood-Norfolk Central School, Class of 1960 as the Salutatorian. She attended Business School in Syracuse, NY and worked for many years as a secretary at SUNY Canton, Clarkson University, Mater Dei College and SUNY Potsdam. In her spare time, Jean enjoyed gardening, sewing, cooking and traveling. Her most enjoyment however, came from spending time with and taking care of her family. Memories and condolences may be shared online at www.buckfuneralhome.com . The Buck Funeral Home in Norfolk is serving the family of Jean O. McGinnis.
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Monday
21
October

Final Resting Place

11:00 am
Monday, October 21, 2024
Visitation Cemetery
County Rd 38
Norfolk, New York, United States
Saturday
2
November

Graveside Service

11:00 am
Saturday, November 2, 2024
Visitation Cemetery
County Rd 38
Norfolk, New York, United States
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