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Marva Marcus Obituary
Marva Dee Marcus "Marty"
She was born May 27, 1965 in Basin, WY the daughter of Marvin Marcus and the late Dolores Marcus. She worked many years helping others less fortunate and in desperate need of assistance. Her most recent position was with the YWCA where she touched many lives of people of whom she will be dearly missed. She made this world a better place whether by lending a hand, sharing a laugh or just knowing she was in your corner.
She is survived by her daughter, JoDee and her son, Lukian of which meant the absolute world to her. The sun rose and set on her children. She is also survived by her father, Marvin, sister, Gloria and brothers, Robert and Rick, as well as numerous other extended family members.
She is preceded in death by her mother, Dolores.
A service to celebrate her life will be held Saturday, April 9 at 2 p.m. at Becks Funeral Home in Edmonds, WA.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the YWCA (ywcaworks.org).
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Marva Marcus
PJ
March 28, 2023
I loved this woman and think of her kindness and strength often. She was a generous mother and friend. PJ McGuire
April 11, 2011
You will be missed. May your kids feel your love from a world away.
Kristina
April 11, 2011
"What we have done for ourselves alone dies with us; what we have done for others and the world remains and is immortal" - Albert Pike
Marva you made such a difference in so many womens lives. You gave so much of yourself to your clients and touched so many of their hearts. The gift of empowerment you gave to many will live on and in turn affect the lives of even more. Your memory and your impact on others will live on.
April 10, 2011
Rest in peace, Marva.
May her children be blessed and protected and loved here and from beyond.
maggie lapierre
April 7, 2011
Marva I miss you so very much!!! The last meeting I had with you, you said "maggie we are sisters under the skin"!! You made my journey for the last 2 years better!! you helped me be a better mommy, a better friend, and a better person overall! you taught me many things and for that I am GRATEFUL!!! You were more than just a friend marva you were my second mom!!! You are in a better place and have become one of god's angels!!! you and your family are in my family's prayers!! you are deeply missed!!!
Corinna whiting
April 7, 2011
Marty,
I remember the first time that I met you, from then on I knew that we would be more then just sister-in-law's. How we shared so much over the years and even the tears. You helped me through such a hard time w/ my moms passing and now you are in heaven w/ both your mother and mine.. I love and miss you so much and will always cherish our friendship.
Crystal Zerfoss
April 6, 2011
Bless you Marva and all you have given to others. Bless JoDee and Lukian.
You taught, you gave, you loved, you shared, you cussed, you laughed, you cried, you educated, you inspired, you empowered.
I miss you. I love you.
PJ McGuire
April 5, 2011
I am so sad to hear of your passing. I will miss your strength, your humor and your insight into the world. You loved your children with all your heart and I love you for that as I love your kids. I will keep you in my thoughts and heart dear Roger, JoDee and Lukian.
Katie and Jakob Brown
April 5, 2011
For a woman who helped to change our lives. You were a light at the end of my long tunnel. Thank you for being the amazing woman you were.
Kari Hovorka
April 4, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Marva over the years and she was such a kind and compassionate person.
Marva...you touched so many lives and you will be missed beyond words.
Thank you for making the world a brighter place!
Haley johnson
April 3, 2011
P.s I would light a million candles just to see you again.
Xoxo
Haley Johnson
April 3, 2011
Marva
i miss u already, ur passing hit me like a ton of bricks. We had our moments. But who doesent.. I'm very glad I got to know you. I still call ur voice mail. I kept all ur papers u gave me, just because u wrote on them. I just dont know what to do or how to take this. All so sudden. :'( I get chills just thinking about it. I hope u were in no pain. I hope god was sitting by u so you werent alone. I hope all the best for ur children. Thank you so much for changing all the lifes u did. U are GREATLY missed. Love you miss marva!!! I will not say goodbye, because I will See u again someday..
You will always be In my heart.
R.I.P
Monique Garcia
April 3, 2011
Miss Marva, you meant the world to me and you will be greatly missed. Every moment I had to spend with you was such a blessing because you always had the power to make me feel like I could accomplish anything. If I knew I had no one in my corner, I knew that I always had you. You helped me change my life and encouraged me to make a better future for me and my daughters, whom miss you so much already. I feel so fortunate to have been able to know you. Thanks for touching my life and making me smile. I love you and will always be thinking of you.
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