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George F. Broske

George F. Broske, age 74, of Newark, DE, formerly of Mount Joy, PA, passed away on October 14th at Churchman Village.

George graduated from Donegal High School in 1966. He attended undergrad at the University of Delaware, graduating in 1970, before graduating from Indiana University in 1973 with a Master’s degree. He spent fifteen years working as an opera coach at Stattstheater in Augsburg, Germany accompanying ballet rehearsal and performances.

George is survived by his wife of twenty seven years Jan Gardner Broske. They always enjoyed singing together in choirs and performing the anthems and hymns that George composed.

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Funeral Services

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday October 29, 2022 at Grace Methodist Church, 900 North Washington Street, Wilmington where friends and family may visit from 10:00 to 11:00 am. Interment will be private.

Tributes may be in the form of contributions to the University of Delaware Women’s Volleyball Team, c/o University of Delaware Development & Alumni Relations, 83 E. Main Street, 3rd Floor, Newark, DE 19716; OR Music at Grace, c/o Grace Church, 900 N Washington St., Wilmington, DE 19801.

Condolences

    Lani Mason lit a candle and writes,
    rest in paradise🤍. you will be missed by many
    10/16/2022 01:06 am
    Nancy Miller Burkin writes,
    Jan, so sorry to hear of your loss. Glad you have 27 years of memories to look back on.
    10/16/2022 01:57 pm
    Kathy Stout lit a candle and writes,
    Jan my sincerest sympathies at Wolfie's passing. May the loving arms of Jesus Christ surround you and give you peace.
    10/16/2022 04:16 pm
    Beverly and Julian Ward- Reed lit a candle and writes,
    Sending our love thoughts,and prayers! ❤
    10/16/2022 11:46 pm
    Cailey Bracken lit a candle and writes,
    To one of UDVB biggest fans, Thank you for all the cheers! You will truly be missed, Until we meet again!
    10/17/2022 08:29 am
    Paul Miller lit a candle and writes,
    Dear George, Your arrangements remain some of the most beautiful and difficult arrangements I have ever sung. :-) May the choirs in heaven enjoy them as much we all have! You are missed by so many George. Love, Teacher’s Pet
    10/17/2022 09:50 am
    Rebecca Cottle writes,
    Beloved Jan, Our hearts are broken over the loss of dear George. Know that our love and thoughts are with you always. Teacher.
    10/17/2022 10:08 am
    Malinda Levings lit a candle and writes,
    Our love and thoughts are with you. Hold tight onto those beautiful memories you shared with him. Hugs dear friend.
    10/17/2022 10:42 am
    Kimberly Drew writes,
    So many wonderful memories, sending love and hugs to you, Jan
    10/17/2022 10:55 am
    Mary S. Bateman writes,
    GeorgeWolfid, WAS a dear friend. His music will live forever. The world is a better placE BECAUSE HE WAS IN IT. GOD BLESS HIS WONDERFUL WIFE,Jan, who has made him happy for 27 years. She is strong and a positive thinker. May she live in peace knowIng that Wolfid is noW an Angel.❤️❤️❤️ GeComment: 1666032565
    10/17/2022 03:02 pm
    Julia Hayes lit a candle and writes,
    Forever part of our UDVB family. Rest in paradise. Sending all of my love to you Jan. ❤️
    10/17/2022 06:47 pm
    christy Worsoe lit a candle and writes,
    Sending prayers of comfort. May God comfort you at this difficult time.
    10/17/2022 10:06 pm
    Janet Jacques writes,
    Dearest Georgie, we met in January 1980 when you played for my audition for the Augsburg Theater and we've been good friends ever since. Rest in peace dear man. Lots of love to you too dearest Jan thinking of you and wishing you strength during these days. Your love story was wonderful you must have lovely memories. Auntie Jan xxxx
    10/19/2022 07:06 am
    David and Susan Meyer lit a candle and writes,
    Jan, Our sincerest sympathies at Wolfie's passing. Our hearts and thoughts are with you.
    10/20/2022 04:00 pm
    Shanna Steinback lit a candle and writes,
    Aunt Moose, my deepest condolences on the loss of your “Wolfie”. May the numerous memories you shared together provide you comfort and joy durning this most difficult time. Love, prayers and hugs. Shanna “Elefunant” Steinback
    10/28/2022 03:09 pm
    Cindy (Mumper) Hofsass writes,
    I was so sorry to read of George's passing. We grew up together in the Mount Joy Church of God and both graduated in the class of 1966 at Donegal High School. He had such special talent and always enjoyed hearing him play.
    12/09/2022 10:02 pm

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