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Marian DEHOUX Obituary
Marian was born March 11, 1932, in Newport News, the youngest child of Benjamin Barnett and Fair Swindle. She graduated from Newport News High School and lived in Newport News and New Jersey before marrying Al Dehoux and moving to Gwynn's Island in 1960.
She worked for Mathews County Social Services and then for the Mathews County Sheriff's department retiring in 1996 after 16 years service.
She loved sports and was active in Mathews Little League for many years and attended games to watch her children and grandchildren play.
She was a loving mother, Nana and Grandma Dehoux and she never met a stranger. She loved to cook and one of her favorite times was when her table was surrounded by family and friends.
She is survived by her brother, Benny Barnett; a daughter, Sharon Hoy and her husband, Michael; four sons, Freddie and his wife, Janet, Mark and his wife, Robin, Jerry and his wife, Carol and Paul and his wife, Robin. She also leaves 13 grandchildren, Lisa Pattisall, John Kutch Jr., Jerri Kerlin, Joshua Dehoux, Jonathan Dehoux, Christopher Dehoux, David Dehoux, Rachel Dehoux, Zachary Dehoux, Timothy Dehoux, Regan Owens, Erika Brown, and Lindsey Brown. She also leaves to cherish her memory seven great-grandchildren, Taylor, Alyssa, Cheyenne, Syxx and James Pattisall, Austin Gillespie and Owen Kerlin and a host of friends and relatives.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfred A. Dehoux Sr.
There will be a graveside memorial service at the Gwynn's Island Cemetery,Gwynn, Va. On Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at 1 p.m. with fellowship immediately following at the Gwynn's Island Civic Center.
Memorial donations may be made to the Mathews Little League Association c/o Patrick Beattie, P.O. Box 85 : Foster, VA 23056.
Foster-Faulkner Funeral Home, Mathews, is in charge of the arrangements. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Owen Peele
September 27, 2022
I think of Miss Marian, Miss Jean and your whole family quite often!
Good people.
Margaret Woodfin
October 14, 2010
I was very sad to hear of your passing. Please know that the whole family has been in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Marian was a very loving, caring and generous person. She always had a smile for anyone she met. God Bless you all.
Marilyn Heywood Diggs
October 12, 2010
So sorry for your loss. I will always remember your parents coming into Sammy & Nicks when I was working there. Thoughts and prayers are with you. Marilyn Heywood Diggs
Tanya Childress
October 12, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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Owen Peele
October 7, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Marian`s "Home Going" yet elated that she now lights up heaven with her charm and wit,complete,healed,made whole,and joyful at meeting Our Savior.
I am honored to have known her in this life and look forward to the day I will meet her again for all eternity.
Sherrie Haywood Carmona
October 7, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and loved ones of Mrs. Dehoux. May you find comfort in your fond memories in the difficult days ahead.
Donna Owens
October 6, 2010
I was saddened to hear of Mrs. Dehoux's passing. May each of you be comforted by fond memories of the love and support she gave to so many. May God bless you and keep you close in your time of sorrow.
Jaimie Chandler
October 6, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Nanna Dehoux's passing! Lisa, please know that we are thinking of you guys and always will. She always made me smile.
Tommy, Jaimie, Stephanie, Amanda and Vinnie Chandler.
Patty and Barry Mills
October 6, 2010
To all the Dehoux's...she was like no other. My life was the better because she was in it. We pray for each of you peace and comfort in knowing she is safe in the arms of Jesus, no longer hurting and with the ones she loves. God bless and keep you. We love you all.
Angie Miller
October 6, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. She was such a kind and friendly woman and always made Nick and I feel welcome in her home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Wayne, Stephanie, Ethan & Ellie Armistead
October 6, 2010
To all of the Dehoux family...Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of sorrow. God Bless you all.
Jason & Elisa Gillespie
October 4, 2010
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Elizabeth Hayes
October 4, 2010
To The Dehoux Family you have my deepest sympathy in the passing of your mother.
Elizabeth Jones Hayes,North Va.
Wayne & Barbara Kerlin
October 4, 2010
May God comfort you all in your sorrow & give you strength in the days ahead. Even though she is gone, she will never be forgotten, for her memory lives on in each & everyone of you. Love & Prayers!
October 4, 2010
Sharon & family, I was so sorry to hear that your Mother, Grandma Dehoux, had passed away. We send our love, thoughts & Prayers, that God may comfort you all at this time and carry you through the days ahead.
Terry Hudgins
October 4, 2010
To the Dehoux family,
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was a such wonderful lady. I remember her talking to me after Rusty's passing with such encouraging words; and those words still stay with me today.Cherish your memories and hold them close to your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
sherry Williams
October 4, 2010
To all of the Dehoux family, We are so sorry to hear about your mother. If we can do anything to help please let us know. We are thinking about you all at this time of sorrow. Bennie, Sherry, Ben, & Matthew Williams
David Callis
October 3, 2010
I would like to send my condollences to all. Mrs. Dehoux had a wit and humor that is rare and will be missed.
Rachael Carr Ward
October 3, 2010
Mrs. Dehoux was a wonderful, amazing lady. My prayers of comfort are with you all through this heartbreaking time.
Janice Vogel
October 3, 2010
I am so very sorry to learn of Mrs. Dehoux's passing. I spent many Sunday afternoons enjoying her delicious home cooked meals and will always remember her quick wit and no-nonsense take on life. My thoughts are with you all. She was a very special person.
Christy Walker
October 3, 2010
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was always very kind to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Benny Burrell
October 3, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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