Marguerite E. (Hester) Alexander

Born: Tue Aug 26, 1941
Died: Wed Sep 5, 2012


Visitation

2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Fri Sep 07, 2012
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM, Fri Sep 07, 2012
Location: Our Funeral Home


Funeral Service

10:00 AM Sat Sep 08, 2012
Location: Our Funeral Home


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Marguerite E. (Hester) Alexander, 71, of Marlboro, went in peace, Wednesday, September 5, 2012, at St. Barnabas Hospice and Palliative Care, Long Branch, after a long and valiant struggle with an illness.  She was born in Topeka, KS.  Originally from Iowa, she spent the last 44 years in New Jersey, working as an accountant for Uniysis and for Geri-Care, Inc.  She was beloved by many, who will all feel the palpable loss.

Marguerite was predeceased by her parents, Herbert A. and Eva Bates Hester; a brother, Herbert Hester, Jr.; and her husband, Dr. James R. Alexander in 1976.  She is survived by her two sisters, Lucille Thomas of DesPlains, IL and Joyce Grandy of Long Beach, CA; her devoted son, Jason A. Alexander of Marlboro; and her adoptive son and daughter, Daniel and Krysta Garavuso.

Family and friends are invited Friday, September 7, 2012, from 2-4 & 7-9PM at Day Funeral Home, 361 Maple Place, Keyport, NJ  07735; and Saturday, September 8, 2012, 9:30AM, with a 10AM Service at the funeral home.  Interment to follow at Shoreland Memorial Gardens, Hazlet.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Marguerite’s name to the American Cancer Society.  To offer the family online condolences or for directions, go to the funeral home website at www.dayfuneralhome.com.

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Mary Macartney
   Posted Thu September 06, 2012
I have worked with Marge for the last 15 years and will miss her very much. She was a lovely woman who loved her son more than life and took her work very seriously. We will all miss her cookies that she always cooked for us during the holidays. She also loved her "adoptive grandchildren" the numerous little ones she enjoyed seeing so much when they came into the office; and they loved talking to her!
I know that now she is at peace and with the loved ones that went before her; I hope that now she can rest at "home" with them. Shine on Marge, I will never forget you


Leslie Fisher
   Posted Thu September 06, 2012
I have had the pleasure of working with Marge for the past 15 years, and as I passed by the desk today where that once very dedicated kind hearted woman once sat, I felt a pit in the bottom of my stomache. I know she is in a better place now but her memories will be with us for many years to come....

Donna Ricchezza
   Posted Thu September 06, 2012
Jason and family,
It was such an honor for me to have your Mom and sister as a friend and soul mate. Our support of each other is something I will cherish forever. I, as many others, will miss her but knowing she is at peace is consoling to us all. The following is my tribute to Marge:

Forever Friendship
Sometimes in life, you find a special friend who changes your life by being a part of it.
Who makes you laugh, until you can’t stop, who makes you believe that there really is good in the world.
Who convinces you that there is an unlocked door just waiting for you to open.
That is forever friendship…………………..........................................
When you’re down, and the world seems dark and empty, your forever friend lifts you up in spirit and makes that dark and empty world suddenly seem bright and full.
Your forever friend gets you through the hard times, the sad times, and even the confused times.
If you turn and walk, your forever friend follows.
If you lose your way, your forever friend holds your hand and tells you that everything is going to be okay!
And if you find such a friend, you feel happy and complete, because you need not worry.
You have this friend for life, and forever has no end…………………………………………………......................................
Thank You Marge for being my friend,
Donna Ricchezza


Randi Berman
   Posted Thu September 06, 2012
Marge''s amazing strength, fabulous work ethic, bright smile and positive attitude has been an inspiration to us all. We will miss you dearly.

Jessica Essman
   Posted Thu September 06, 2012
I was fourtunate to have known and worked with Marge for the past 2 1/2 years. In that time her amazing strength, determination and devotion to her son, was something I deeply admired and still do, and she will be so missed.

My deepest sympathies to Jason and her entire family.

Rhona Dinowitz
   Posted Thu September 06, 2012
Marge and I started working at Geri care around the same time - 16 years ago. That is a long time to get to know someone quite well. Marge''s work ethic was phenomenal. She always had the company''s best interest in mind. In addition to the work she did, she was always interested in everyone else''s life, their families and their celebrations.
Marge fought a brave battle even when the outcome did not look very good. Marge, I hope you are at peace now, and I know that Jason and the rest of your family will miss you tremendously.

Rosemarie Barruos
   Posted Thu September 06, 2012
My deepest heartfelt sympathy go out to Jason and his family.
Heres to the strongest dignified woman, mother and coworker I have had the pleasure to know for 15 years. Marge you will be remembered with much love and respect. Your adopted granddaughter Nia who brought a smile to your face everyday will miss you she says your with the angels now. I will miss you dearly my friend. I know you will rest in peace.

Sharon Schwarzkopf
   Posted Thu September 06, 2012
Marge was a woman of great integrity, faith, and had an overabundance of patience. Her work ethic was unmatched by anyone everything she did she gave a 110%. Marge''s ability to find a rainbow in the darkest of times will remain inspirational. She was an outstanding mother, sister, aunt, adopted Mom and friend. Marge you fought a valiant fight no one else would have had the fortitude to press on. I know although you have touched the hearts of many will be missed dearly but am happy for you that you will be made whole and resting in the arms of angels.

Cathy Felt
   Posted Thu September 06, 2012
I will always remember my Aunt Margie's laughter when she shared stories about her brother and sisters. Aunt Margie found joy in everyday events and always saw the good in people. She cared about her family, always asking about her nieces and nephews. When Aunt Margie joined us for holidays or vacations at the cottage , we knew we would have fun! She lived life joyfully. Although we will miss her, I know Margie is at peace, given a new body in heaven so that she can laugh once again with her family and her God. Love you Aunt Margie

Karen Cohen
   Posted Fri September 07, 2012
Dear Jason and Family

I was fortunate enough to work with Marge in our dept. for the last five years. She was such a kind soul. When I started working at gericare, she was a great help to me in learning my job and continued to teach me. She will be greatly missed. I certainly am going to miss all her delicious baking and hearing her speak about the Yankees. May peace be with her now.

Lucy Vigliotti
   Posted Fri September 07, 2012
Dear Jason,
I am so deeply sorry to have to write this condolence message to
you. I can only say to take comfort in the fact that your mom is at
peace and is now side by side with your dad and that together they
will forever watch over you . In the 14 years of working with Marge
I have many good memories. She shared stories with all of us of her
her childhood & growing up in the midwest. I remember her bringing
in her wedding album to show us.She was so happy to bring us into
that part of her life. With all the memories you hold of your mom,
may they carry you through this most difficult of times and when
you think of her, even through your pain you will find a smile
with the memory. Cherish them forever, she loved you more than
anything else in this world. My prayers and thoughts are with you
both. RIP Marge.
Love
Lucy



Jodi Jacobs
   Posted Fri September 07, 2012
Dear Jason and all of Marge''s family and friends,

I had the pleasure to work with your mom for 12 years. I started right in AP where she taught me everything she knew and then some. Her work ethic can only be described as admirable. Her dedication to you and all her adopted children was incredible. We shared many good and bad times together over the years. However, the most important things I will always remember about your mom is her ability to see light in the darkness, her strength to fight even those things that could only be lost, her drive for perfection and accuracy, and lastly her dedication to you and all of us at Geri Care. Below is a poem that has helped me get through those dark days. I hope it helps you as it has helped me. Yours, Jodi

ASCENSION

And if I go,
while you''re still here...

Know that I live on,
vibrating to a different measure
--behind a thin veil you cannot see through.

You will not see me,
so you must have faith.

I wait for the time when we can soar together again,
--both aware of each other.

Until then, live your life to its fullest.
And when you need me,
Just whisper my name in your heart,
...I will be there.

"Ascension"
Copyright ©1987, Colleen Corah Hitchcock

Nancy Hammer
   Posted Fri September 07, 2012
Dear Jason - Please know that I will miss your mom everyday as I pass by the Accounts Payable office and look towards her corner to say good morning. I will think of her when I am grilling my vegetables that she loved to share and when I find a new recipe. But I will think of her most with the fondest of memories when the holidays roll around and will surely miss her cookie trays. May all of the wonderful memories give you strength and support.

Bonnie Schechter
   Posted Fri September 07, 2012
Dear Jason,

I want to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother to you and your family. She had amazing strength through this battle. I will miss her very much but knowing she is at peace is consoling. She always asked about our children and was truly interested in their lives. She always wanted to see pictures and we enjoyed sharing our families with her. She was very dedicated to her work at Gericare. My memories of your mom will always be with me, especially the sharing of recipes and talking about the Yankees. She will surely be missed.
Love,
Bonnie

Hazlet Health Care
   Posted Fri September 07, 2012
Jason and family,
Our condolences are with you and yours at this time. We all got to know Marguerite very well over the years and she was a strong good hearted woman. Like many others, we too will miss her holiday cookies!

Elsa Sevilla
   Posted Fri September 07, 2012
Marge and I worked together for 15 years. We always depended on each other for support. She was one of the kindest most giving people I've ever met. She was a very strong person that fought to the end. I will miss her very much. My deepest sympathy to you, Jason and your family.

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