George M. Maranis, age 91, long time resident of New Canaan, CT, died peacefully on March 3, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona, surrounded by his family.
George Maranis
He was born in Boston, Massachusetts on February 23, 1934, the only child of the late Nicholas George Maranis and Cleopatra Sarmaniote Maranis.
George graduated from Boston Latin School in 1951, and went on to Harvard University where he graduated with a degree in economics in 1955. He then enlisted in the US Army where he proudly served his country for two years. After his discharge he matriculated at Columbia University, where he received his MBA degree. Shortly thereafter he received his CPA certificate from the State of New York.
It was in New York that he was recruited by Deloitte, Haskins & Sells and began his 35 year career with the firm. He met his wife to-be, Linda Weisner, at International House in New York City and they were married on June 25, 1960.
During his career with Deloitte he had assignments Boston, MA where he was admitted to the partnership in 1971; White Plains, NY; Stamford, CT; Barcelona, Spain; Providence, RI and New York City. George was in his office on the 102nd floor of the World Trade Center at the time of the first bombing in the basement of the building in 1993. He survived the evacuation from the building without any serious harm.
George and his family moved to New Canaan in 1976. He was active in Town affairs, including membership on the Board of Finance and the Town’s audit committee. After his retirement he served six years as the Town Administrative Officer. He was also active in the Round Table and Senior Men’s Club, where he was appointed auditor, and served on the board of directors and as treasurer of the Merritt Parkway Conservancy.
George never lost his love of Boston where he was a member of the St. Botolph Club and a fervent fan of the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots. Another love of his was gardening and attending to his property. His greatest priority, however, was always his family.
George is survived by his loving wife Linda of 65 years, daughter Susan Maranis Boisvert of Plano, Texas, daughter Diane Maranis Wade of Culver City, CA, and three granddaughters, Claudia and Julia Boisvert and Kate Wade. He was predeceased by a daughter Alexis Mankin Maranis in 1975.
George wrote: I cannot leave this earth without thanking my Lord for the blessing of 65 years with my dearest Linda, and I also was blessed with the gift of my daughters Susan and Diane who exceeded my expectations in every possible way.
Online remembrances may be left at: George Maranis Obituary – Adair Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
What a wonderful man and great New Canaanite! God bless George and his family.
I am very sadden to hear of Dear George’s passing. God bless him.
May George’s memory be eternal.
He was adored by all the Town Hall employees. I was blessed to have him serve as my Administrative Officer when I was First Selectman. So many great memories.
George was one of the nicest smart men I have ever known. He was a true gentleman. We shall miss him greatly.
George was a dear friend for many years. We had a special connection because we were both of Greek heritage. A few years ago I traveled in Greece with George and his wife Linda, and I appreciated his gentle manners, his intelligence, and his ability to speak Greek. He was a wonderful man and he contributed much to the town of New Canaan. He will be missed.
As stated previously, George was the definition of a gentleman. We lost a great one.