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MARJORIE VEREEN Obituary
MARJORIE ANN "MARJ" VEREEN, age 69, of Springfield, passed away peacefully at home on November 9, 2020, surrounded with love from her husband and daughters. She was born in Springfield on July 19, 1951, the daughter of Thomas and Shirley (Goodrich) Vereen. A lifelong educator in Springfield, Marj served the community through her devotion to early childhood education with a passion for helping those with special needs. Most recently, she worked for United Senior Services designing engaging curriculum for community members. Central to Marj's life were friends and family. Never a stranger to anyone, she cherished friends, whether lifelong or new, and she never missed an opportunity to celebrate her friendships with warm hugs and thoughtful gestures. Marj treasured her family and always made a commitment to keeping traditions alive at holidays and during summer vacations. Fondly remembered as Mémé by her grandchildren, her creative adventures, vibrant imagination, and inviting presence will be missed by the little ones who loved her dearly. Survivors include her husband, Rick Ellison; two daughters, Marlene (Bryan) Hartzler and Megan (Tim) Mazur; grandchildren, Prescott and Rosemary Hartzler, Molly and Harper Mazur; nieces and nephews, Amy Restrepo, David Vereen, Kara Vereen and Ryan Vereen as well as cousins by the dozens. Marj was preceded in death by her parents and brothers, John and David Vereen. A memorial service to celebrate Marj's life will be held on Wednesday, November 25th. Due to COVID, the service will be limited in attendees, but streaming details for the service will be shared on www.littletonandrue.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Zonta International Foundation for Women or to Ohio's Hospice of Dayton.
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Andrea Wagoner
November 14, 2020
What a beautiful "force" we have lost. Marj has been a friend literally my whole life... Our mothers met and became the best of friends for the rest of their lives while giving birth to us at Mercy Hospital! From my earliest days of playing with Marj to our recent good times when she would open her house to my husband and me when we came in to town for the North High School reunions, it was always fun, laughter and old friend love. My heart goes out to Rick, Marlene, Megan and their families at this sad time.
Judy McCreary
November 12, 2020
I was sadden today to hear about Marj. We worked at the same time for the ESC. Marj was a beautiful person inside and out. I always enjoyed talking to her. May her memories be a comfort to you all at this difficult time.
Sally Barksdale
November 12, 2020
I am so sorry your loss. I enjoyed knowing Marj.
Candace Hartzler
November 12, 2020
The first time I met Marj, I knew she would be a friend. She was so open, authentic, playful, and present. The years that followed held special conversations about aging, adapting to changing dynamics/times and about being grandmas to those gifted, talented, funny and fun little Hartzlers. She was a gem of a human, and we will always treasure memories of Marj.
Mary Kay Franks
November 12, 2020
Marj was such a joy to know. She was my best friend when I lived in Ohio. Marj could make fun doing even the most boring job. The Vereen family made me feel like one of your family. I’m so sorry for your loss. Heaven has a beautiful angel to look over all of you.
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