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Martha Ann Marshall
Martha Ann Marshall, 76, of Charlottesville, passed away peacefully at her home, with her family by her side, after a courageous battle with cancer on Tuesday, October 19, 2010.
She was born on October 21, 1933, in Charlottesville to the late Carroll Bledsoe Thomas Sr. and Eslie Ola Wood Thomas. She was also predeceased by her siblings, Josephine Marsh Pugh, Latelle Bunch, Jane Coleman, Shirley Gering, and Carroll Bledsoe Thomas Jr.
She is survived by her husband of 50 years, James Thomas Marshall; her daughters, Deborah G. Pugh and Kimberly M. Underwood and her husband David. Also surviving her are her grandchildren, Lakin and Kirsten Underwood; and her long-time friend, Julia Morton.
She was devoted to her family and took great pride in her grandchildren, enjoyed life and always kept her word. She was a kind and caring individual with a courageous and determined outlook on life.
She was deeply loved by her family and all that knew her and will be missed dearly.
She retired from GE-Fanuc in 1994 after a long career, to spend more time with her family.
The family would like to thank Hospice of the Piedmont and Kris Payne for their loving care and support.
The family will receive friends from 6 until 7 p.m. Friday, October 22, 2010, at Hill and Wood Funeral Home.
A memorial service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, October 23, 2010, at the Hill and Wood Funeral Home with the Reverend Bruce Hunter officiating.
Friends may sign the online guest register at www.hillandwood.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Deborah Thacker
October 15, 2019
Still miss Martha more than ever. She was such a delight in my life and always treated me like family, which meant so much to me. Love you and you keep flying high with your angels.
Jessica and James Maupin
October 23, 2010
Kim,David, Lakin, Kirsten, Debbie and Julia,and Jimmy,
I want to tell you how very sorry I am to hear of Martha's passing. I know that she was loved by all and I am so glad that I was honored to have known her. I really enjoyed her company at the many family gatherings that we joined you at. We will keep all of you our thoughts and prayers and if you need anything, please just let us know. Remember, we're only right down the road from you, so just let us know. Take care and Love you all!
Jessica and James Maupin
Ruth Guss
October 23, 2010
Kim, David, Lakin & Kristen,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very sad time in your lives! God will give you the strength to carry on. Hold on tight to each other and remember all of the wonderful times that you had with your Mom/Grandma!
Margaret
October 21, 2010
Kim,David,Lakin,Kirsten
Just wanted to let you know that you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless Love you all
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David, Helen, Devan and Bailey Myers
October 21, 2010
Kim,David,Lakin,Kirsten-
We are all thinking about you and hope you find peace in knowing your friends and family are always here for you.
Monica Robinson
October 21, 2010
Debbie,
I wanted to express my sympathies for the loss of your beloved mother, Martha Ann Marshall. I will continue to pray for you and your family asking that God will continue to uplift you in your time of need.
Monica Robinson, SHS Harrisonburg, VA
Debbie Thacker
October 21, 2010
Jimmy,David,Kim,Lakin,Kirsten,Debbie&
Julia,
I have really enjoyed Martha over the years I have known her. She is very special to me and I will always remember the family get togethers when I would be with her talking and laughing.Martha will truly be missed, she was an angel on earth and now she is in heaven soring with the best of them.
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