Marie S. Gore, 86, of New Haven, departed this life February 19, 2008. She was the widow of Arlander Gore.
Born in Longwood, NC, July 13, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Willie and Florie Smith.
Prior to retiring, she was employed at Yale University for over 30 years.
Mrs. Gore was a member of New Bethlehem UFWB Church.
She leaves to cherish her memories, a son, Johnnie Gore (Vivian); sisters, Florie Vineyard Stevenson and Ataster Smith; 22 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; 7 great-great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
She was predeceased by sons, Ray Gore, Bishop Aaron Gore, Sr. and Lawrence Gore; brothers, A.J. and Choppie Smith; and sisters, Itaster Easterling, Louise Reaves and Dressar Farmer.
A celebration of Mrs. Gore's life and legacy will be held Sunday, February 24, 2008, at 7:00 PM at Morning Star Church, 125 Dixwell Ave., New Haven. Friends may call at the church from 6:00-7:00 PM. Burial will be Monday at 10:00 AM in Evergreen Cemetery
