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In memory of
Ms. Estoria "Essie" G. McVane
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Obituary
Estoria Muriel Gittens McVane, my beloved mother, of Brooklyn, New York, passed away on Saturday January 24th, 2026 at Boro Park Rehab Center after a courageous and strenuous battle with Dementia.
Estoria, aka Es or Essie, was born on January 3rd, 1950 in Brooklyn to the late William (Bill) and Caroline Gittens. Her big brother, Bruce, was her protector.
Essie attended Erasmus Hall High School before attending Long Island University to major in English Literature. …
Personal note from Alicia
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What were Essie's favorite ways to spend free time?
She loved to cook, eat and dine out
She was an avid reader, like to dance and love…
She loved to cook, eat and dine out
She was an avid reader, like to dance and loved to trave…
She loved to cook, eat and dine out
She was an avid reader, like to dance and loved to travel
Estoria loved spendin…
What causes did Essie care about most?
Kindness smile and eyes
Kindness smile and eyes
Kindness smile and eyes
What were Essie's favorite performances to watch?
She had many things she liked especially if they could get us up dancing. She liked …
She had many things she liked especially if they could get us up dancing. She liked plays, goi…
She had many things she liked especially if they could get us up dancing. She liked plays, going out to jazz clubs and …
What was Essie's favorite color?
Red
Red
Red
Timeline
Born
January 3rd, 1950
Passed away
January 24th, 2026
Brooklyn
Survived by
Alicia McVane
Daughter
Gail Pilgrim
Cousin
Nyrelle Gittens
Niece
Beresford Kirton
Cousin
Keara Pettus
Niece
Whitney Europe
Niece
Joyce Hebron
Cousin
Brenda Doyle
Cousin
D’Ann Johnson
Cousin
Christopher Gittens
Nephew
Elnora Gibson
Cousin
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Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Harmony Funeral Home
Hospice care provided by
Boro Park Rehabiliation Center
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$3,610.00
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