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GLORIA MARQUIS Obituary

MARQUIS, GLORIA NELSON ("GLO") - age 64, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at University of Tennessee Medical Center. She was a longtime member of St. John's Cathedral, and a graduate of Webb School of Knoxville and Emory University, where she was a member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. After graduating from college, she worked in Washington, DC, for several years as a legislative assistant. She is survived by her husband, Robert; daughter and son-in-law, Elaine and John MacDonald; mother, Gloria K. Nelson; brother, William A. Nelson, V; granddaughters, Caroline and Rosie MacDonald; and many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. She was preceded in death by her father, Dr. William A. Nelson, IV; and her grandparents. Glo was an avid gardener, having received her master gardener designation, and was a member of the Mary Grainger Blount Garden Society. She enjoyed traveling, her book club, and weekly Bible study group. She was an active member of her church and completed the Education for Ministry program. She was involved in many civic organizations including Junior League, the Bijou Theater board, Knoxville Ballet board, and chaired the Heart Gala. By far her greatest love in recent years was spending time with her beloved granddaughters. The family would like to thank Dr. David Rankin, Dr. Monica Crane, Rhonda Wade, Traci Franklin, and the doctors, nurses, and staff of UT Medical Center for their compassion and care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cole Neuroscience Center at University of Tennessee Medical Center, 1924 Alcoa Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920, St. John's Cathedral Endowment Fund, 413 Cumberland Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37902-2302, or the charity of your choice. Family will receive friends from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Friday, February 22, at Rose Mortuary Mann Heritage Chapel. The celebration of life service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 23, at St. John's Cathedral, officiated by the Very Reverend John C. Ross, Dean, the Reverend Canon Thomas J. Rasnick, the Reverend Canon Christopher J. Hackett. Online condolences may be made at www.rosemortuary.com.







Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2013.
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Dear Bob;

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
We were saddened to hear of Glo's death.

susie and paul siler

March 3, 2013

Bob, Bill and I were out of town last week and just heard about Glo. She so lived each day to the fullest with her light shining that thoughts of her are clear and bright! "Death if not blowing out a candle. It is turning down the lamp because the dawn has come." Thinking of you with great compassion, Mary Eleanor and Bill HUrt

Bill and Mary Eleanor Hurt

February 26, 2013

Gloria had a smile that would light up any room! I always looked up to her growing up! I am so terribly sorry for your loss. May the beautiful memories together as a family lift your spirits. And my the Lord comfort each of you during this difficult time.
With love,
the Beaman family

Vicki Beaman-Yuille

February 25, 2013

Bob - I was very sorry to learn from Nancy of Glo's death. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Art

Art Fraas

February 24, 2013

Bob:
Carolyn and I were saddened and shocked by your tragic loss. Though our contacts have been few over the past 25 years, we have always been blessed by your guidance and wisdom during periods of uncertainty. May you now be blessed by guidance, wisdom and support of others as you navigate through this time of uncertainty ans loss.

Mike and Carolyn Mitchell

February 24, 2013

May the Lord dry your tears and heal your heart as He continues to lead you through life's journey of faith.

With Sympathy and Prayer

The eternal GOD is your refuge, and his everlasting arms are under you. Deuteronomy 33:27

Traci, Geraline Scott, Franlin

February 23, 2013

I will be thinking of you. You've known my family professionally for decades but I also consider you a friend. I know from lots of recent family deaths that God can give us strength to work through the tears. I will pray for you and your family.

Rebakah Everett

February 23, 2013

Bob, I am so sorry for your loss. I found out when I called the office the day after it happened. My grandson and I have colds or I would have attended.

Rebekah Everett

February 23, 2013

A tragic untimely loss to many whose lives she touched. Beautiful in spirit and in appearance. Sadly missed, Linda

February 22, 2013

Glo was a lovely lady and friend! My prayers are with all her family..

Janie Maloy

February 22, 2013

shocker. so sorry for your loss , what a kind beautiful soul she will be missed by all who ever even spoke with her

ashley gaylor

February 22, 2013

Sorry for your loss.

Alicea

February 22, 2013

My heart touches yours as you walk through this day and the ones to come. Glo handled her recent challenges with such dignity and grace. I know all of you are surrounded by that loving God who sustained her each moment in time. She was such an example to us all.

Anne Crumpton

February 22, 2013

Dear Bob and Elaine, Glo's death is such a shock. I am so sorry for your loss. Glo had a love of life and of people that will be missed by us all. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Anne Foster Curtis

Anne Curtis

February 22, 2013

Our Hearts and Prayers are with you and your Family,
Love, Mary and Adrian Bailey

Mary Bailey

February 22, 2013

I will miss the kind smart lady.

Aileen Hatcher

February 22, 2013

A beautiful light has gone out. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jean Stuckey and Jeanie Stuckey Fewell

Jean and Jeanie Stuckey

February 22, 2013

A beautiful light has gone out. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Jean Stuckey and Jeanie Stuckey Fewell

February 22, 2013

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