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Marie K. Poole, 83, of Carlisle, died Sunday, June 7, 2009,
in her home with family by her side. She was born on Feb. 21, 1926, in Cinderford, Glos., England, and was a daughter of the
late George P. and Blanche (Hopson) Matthews. Marie was the widow of Francis C. Poole, who died in 1995.
Marie graduated from high school in England and came to America
in 1946. She lived in Vermont for nine years and then moved to Pennsylvania in 1955 to be near her sister, Margaret. She was
a bartender by profession, working at the Avenue House in St. Johnsbury, VT; the Carlisle Elks Lodge and retired after many
years of service with the former Excellent Inn in Harrisburg. Marie was affectionately known to her grandchildren as "GG"
and to her children as one of the "M&M Sisters" She enjoyed knitting, crossword puzzles, boating and playing Scrabble.
Marie was of Methodist faith. She was preceded in death by one brother, George Matthews and one son-in-law, Jennings "Frank"
Cox, who died Feb. 21, 2008.
Marie is survived by four daughters; Ann M. Cox of Carlisle,
Linda J. (and her husband, Duane) Dietz of Elliottsburg, Patricia M. (and her husband, Gary) Raymond of Carlisle and Marguirite
K. (and her husband, Bryne) Murphy of Mt. Holly Springs, two sons; David L. Poole of Carlisle and Dwayne C. (and his wife,
Mary) Poole also of Carlisle, one brother; Harold Matthews of Cinderford, England, two sisters; Margaret E. Fishel of Mechanicsburg
and Janet Dymond of Pontradyfen, Wales, two sisters-in-law; Myrtle Matthews of Cinderford, England and Dorothy Cassady of
Lyndonville, VT, two brothers-in-law; John Poole of Lyndonville, VT and Phillip Poole of Florida, her grandchildren; Scott
and Matthew Cox, Christopher Dietz, Megan Langdon, Brijin Bowermaster, Gail DeAngelo, Jeremy Murphy, David Darr, Jr., Todd
Poole, MacKenzie Poole, Wendy Rawls, Joshua Poole and Scott Martyn, 20 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Memorial services will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2009 at
4 p.m. in the Ewing Brothers Funeral Home, 630 S. Hanover St., Carlisle with Pastor Terry Albright officiating. Burial will
be at the convenience of the family in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville. A visitation will be held Thursday from
3:30 to 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home. A celebration of life get together will be held for those wanting to celebrate Marie’s
life at the Empire Friendship Fire Co., 177 Spring Rd., Carlisle immediately following the memorial service. Memorials can
be made to Hospice of Central PA, P.O. Box 266, Enola, PA 17025.
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May Almighty God of tender mercies comfort the Poole
family (2 Co.1:3,4),
When the last enemy strikes grief may be great and make the
heart yearn for comfort,
Almighty
God gives HOPE and PROMISE at (JOHN 5:28 and REVELATION 21:4)His HOPE and PROMISE SOON TO BE ATTAIN,
May these thoughts
be of some comfort.
gingerrobinson@bellsouth.net
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To the family: Mom will be missed by all who came in
contact with her. May God bless and we"ll all see her again.You all have our prayer's in this moment of your loss.
John
& Jill Smith
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I have such fond memories of both your mother and father
and all the fun we had at the Chesapeake. She will be greatly missed. Your entire family is in my thoughts and
prayers.
Jan Russell
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Memories are rare gifts your loved one gives you.
Savor each one even though it may make you cry or laugh out loud. BUT eventually through the tears they will bring a Smile.
IF you need anything Call!!
Bert & Donna Kingsborough
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My thought and prayers are with the family at this time,
she will be remembered for her kindess to all she met
Karen Williams
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My deepest sympathy to Marie's family. I always enjoyed
chatting with Marie. She was a very sincere and loving woman. I know she will be missed by many people. Anne, Pat & Cass,
my heart goes out to you all. I know you will miss her alot but you will always have wonderful memories. God Bless You All
Linda
K. Miller
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Ann, Linda, Pat & Dave,
I was saddened to read of your mother's passing.
May the Lord put his arms around you and give you comport and peace during this trying time. You are all in my prayers.
Jackie
Ege
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Marie was a wonderful woman. We will miss not seeing
her at the VFW playing tickets with her daughters. Keep those wonderful memories. She will be looking down on
her family and friends. May god bless.
Jessie Barbour
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Marie, I love you and will miss you.. You and Shortie
have forever now, dear woman. Godspeed and eternal peace. Thank you for your kindness and all the fun we had together! I will
always love you.
Jim Asch
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We want to send our deepest sympathy to the family.
Marie was a wonderful, vibrant person. We are so glad to have known and enjoyed her friendship. She will be greatly
missed.
David and Elaine "Twinkle" Cox
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Cassie and family, I was so sorry to hear of your moms
passing. I know we are never prepared for the loss but hope all your wonderful memories carry you through this difficult time.
Keeping
you in my thoughts and prayers
Janice Slagle Adams
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While we did not know Mrs. Poole, we do know Dwayne
and Mary and extend our condolences and offer our prayers to the entire family.
Terry Sensenig, Cindy Samet, &
Ian
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