Marion Belcher-Griffith Obituary

Marion Eliza Belcher-Griffith began her journey through life on March 17, 1958. She was born to the late Reverend William Heth and Johnie Belcher. As a young adult, Marion Belcher-Griffith united in holy matrimony with Charles Larry Griffith and to this union, five children were born. She was employed by Midland Independent School District as a Head Start Teacher and Family Liaison. It was here in Midland that she retired after 25+ years of teaching. When she realized she was blessed with a gift of inspiration to others, upon her retirement, she decided to further her education while working for Wal-Mart and later, Rock House of Midland, Texas. A loving mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend to many - young and old, left her beautiful smile, her incredible strength, and her loving and kind soul in the many lives she touched during her journey through life. She made peace with God on Tuesday, February 19, 2013, at her residence. Marion was preceded in death by her parents, Reverend William Heth and Johnie Belcher; grandparents, Tony and Eliza Grant; a brother, Tony Belcher; two sisters, Willie Mae Craig and Aletha Belcher-Sauls; a niece, Angela "Stuff" Perkins-Belcher; and a nephew, Demarcus "A.J." Clater. Those continuing to lead her joyous life are: her husband, Charles Larry Griffith; her four daughters, Tarshina Belcher, Tamera Belcher, Talitha Belcher-Alexander (Charles Alexander), and TaRhonda Belcher; her son, Terrance Belcher; her brother, Wayne Belcher of Midland, TX; and her sister, Reverend Dorothy Cunningham of Dallas, TX; 15 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A wake service will be held Sunday, February 24, 2013, at 6:00 p.m., at Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral service is set for Monday, February 25, 2013, at 1:00 p.m., at True Lite Christian Fellowship, 3001 North A St., Reverend William H. Palmer will officiate. Interment will follow at Serenity Memorial Gardens. Funeral service is under the direction of Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Funeral Home and Chapel. Family messages and condolences may be emailed to: [email protected] or you can visit our website: lewallengarciapipkinfh.com.

Published by Midland Reporter-Telegram on Feb. 23, 2013.
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My dear sweet beautiful friend I miss you so much ... until we meet again keep smiling down on us .. love you big

Lori Ripplinger

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February 17, 2021

Marion, your style, motiavtion,willingness, and chrisma, coupled with your compassion for life and love of family and friends, are just a few reasons we will never ever forget you in our heart of hearts! I will miss you my friend. Always~ Dollar Bills Mom as you like to call me. Charles,Tenna,Indica,Kisha,Charles Jr.(Dollar Bill)~ R.I.P. The Mosley Family

March 19, 2013

I posted on facebook, but I will sign again now. Marion was an outstanding teacher whom I had the pleasure of knowing for many, many years. She had such a sweet spirit, and I know she will be deeply missed by the family as well as the Midland community.

Karen Menefield-Richardson

March 2, 2013

I am sorry for your loss Ms. Marion was a beautiful person. I remember her from when I was a little girl to being an adult and working together with her. She always had a smile on her face no matter what. I will continue to keep you all in my prayers. God bless.

Deanna Woodson

February 28, 2013

HEY MY DEAR FREIND HERES A A CANDLE TO LIGHT YOUR WAY IT WAS GIVEN TO ME FROM JESUS TO GIVE TO YOU SE IT IS A SIGN OF HOLINESS AND PURITY GIVE IT TO ST. PETER AT THE GATES HE WALKS ALL YOU NEW ANGELS IN WHEN YOU GET TO HEAVEN GREAT TRADE FOR ETERNAL PEACE REST NOW MY FREIND YOUR HOME.

ARNULFO AND LUCY ZARATE

February 28, 2013

To the Belcher-Griffith family, I have known Marion since childhood. Her family was my second family, and she was the sister that I have never had. Marion will be truly missed. I have truly lost a dear friend and sister! My prayers are with you! May the Lord watch over you!

With love,

Oscar Pardue

Oscar Pardue

February 27, 2013

Dominica Glover

February 27, 2013

Mrs Griffith you were such a beautiful, caring woman, thank you for always being a true and loving friend to my mom and me, you will truly be missed, it's true when they say the good ones always go first, tMy prayers go out to your family and may God comfort them

Leanore Zarate

February 26, 2013

MARION WAS A TRUE FRIEND TO ME WE TRAVELED MANY A ROAD IN MIDLAND TEXAS AS FAMLIY WORKERS THERE WASNT MUCH WE DIDNT DO TOGETHER WE ENJOYED WORKING TOGAETHER SHE WAS A WONDERFULL TEACHER TO HER ROOM WAS ALWAYS THE FUN PLACE TO BE IT WAS ALWAYS FULL OF FREINDS PARENTS AND OTHER VISITORS AS WELL WE ATE AT MOST EVERY PLACE IN TOWN ON OUR LUCNCH HOUR SHE HAS A REAL SPECIAL PLACE DOWN DEEP IN MY HEART SHE WAS ALWAYS SO HAPPY A CHEERFULL GIVER MY REAL SOUL SISTER ONE THAT CAN NEVER BE REPLACED WE TALKED ON THE PHONE A FEW TIMES BEFORE HER DEPARTURE AHE WAS READY TO MEET HER MAKER AND TAKE THAT JOURNEY HOME IM SO GLAD SHE CAME INTO MY LIFE ILL NEVER FORGET HER SHE WILL ALWAYS LIVE IN MY HEART AND THROUGH HER CHILDREN I SEE HER SHE WAS A GREAT MOTHER ALWAYS THERE FOR HER CHILDREN AS WELL AS FOR HER GRANDCHILDREN WE WILL SUERLY MISS HER BUT WE KNOW SHES IN A BETTER PLACE KNOW IN HEAVEN THE MOST BEAUTIFULL PLACE YOU COULD EVER BE AND SHES RESTING IN PEACE NOW AND SMILING DOWN ON US ALL WE LOVE YOU MARION FROM ME AND MY FAMILY ALWAYS YOURE FREIND LUCY YOURE ROAMING THE STREETS OF HEAVEN NOW NO BETTER PLACE TO BE YOU GO GIRLFREIND

LUCY ZARATE

February 26, 2013

Marion was a delight to work with in our Head Start/PK years.....she touched so many children and always willing to be there for the children. I will miss you. So sorry I missed your services I have been out of town.

Cheryl Bustillos

February 26, 2013

WELL SAID FAREWELL TO YOU TODAY,IT WAS SO SAD BUT WITH JOY TO KNOW YOU HAVE GONE TO HEAVEN TO WATCH OVER US ALL AND ALWAYS BE THERE TO GUIDE OUR STEPS ALONG THE WAY,LOVE YOU MY TRUE FRIEND,SISTER,SISTER IN CHRIST,CLASSMATE "76"--WILL ALWAYS CHERISH FUN LOVING WAYS AND THE LOVE OF FAMILY AND FRIENDS---REST IN PARADISE---<3 <3 <3 MS.DEBORAH F.YOUNG

DEBORAH YOUNG

February 25, 2013

To Tammy and the Belcher family our hearts go out to you. May you continue to look to God for strength during this difficult time. Tammy we love you!!!
A. Gail Brazell,Lindsay,and Tobias

February 25, 2013

My thoughts and prayers will be with your entire family. I am so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in knowing she is no longer suffering and in a much better place today than we are.

Brandi Price

February 25, 2013

Marion was such a nice person,I went to school with her and have many fond memories of her. Heaven truly got an angel. Prayers for the family.

Cindi Vines Goodman

February 25, 2013

To the family of Marion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Marion was a joy. I worked with her during summer school at MISD.

Patricia Johnson,Arthur Lane and Marcus

February 25, 2013

I send prayers and thoughts to you all. No more worries, no more pain.

Tyson Barber

February 24, 2013

May God walk with the Belcher family..Mrs Belcher-Griffith was a beautiful women inside and out..God sent for his angel and may she rest in piece

Tieka Clark

February 24, 2013

I send prayers of peace and comfort that only God can provide during this time. God bless you all.

Nisha Kikunga

February 24, 2013

My prayers are with you and your family.

February 24, 2013

May God comfort and strengthen you all at this time.

Trina Moore

February 23, 2013

YOU WILL BE MISSED "MRS. NEW JERSEY".....GUESS I WILL HAVE TO WAIT TO CATCH THAT LIMO RIDE WHEN WE MEET ON THE OTHER SIDE

Aquarius Marks

February 23, 2013

Mark &Rosetta Owens

February 23, 2013

may Watch over the Belcher family during this time, you are In My prays

Rosina Britton

February 23, 2013

Family,
I will continue to pray for all of you. I know there aren't any words to ease the pain. Just be there for one another. It will help some. Love all of you.

Jessica Milligan

February 23, 2013

It's still hard to believe but I know you are up there sharing that beautiful smile of yours, until we meet up again I'll cherish the memories we have !!!

Lori Ripplinger

February 23, 2013

kelly grimsley honda

February 23, 2013

let's not say goodbye but see you later ..Marion you are and always will be a very special special person and I will always remember the fun times we spent at your house listening to the blues !!You always had that beautiful smile and such a big heart and I feel blessed to have you as my friend ! Until we meet again I love you dear friend...

Lori Ripplinger

February 23, 2013

May God Bless you all in this time of sorrow.

Letha & Jerry Strambler

February 23, 2013

R.I.P. Marion and i pray that God gives your family strength during this time of lose.My deepest sympothies are with the family.

Wanda Lee-Younger

February 23, 2013

Remembering someone special... Heaven gained an ANGEL.:)

christine johnson

February 23, 2013

May your sweet,joyous memory live on through your kids,grandkids and them two beautiful great grandkids..

nunnie wooden

February 23, 2013

A place called heaven is home that's where she had gone no more pain no more hurt she went home. You kids are blessed momma sees you everyday y'all will feel her presence when y'all are together or alone she lives in your hearts and with memories y'all have shared.. gone but never forgotton rest in paradise love you Mrs Griffith

Oraya Shanses Bradric Nick

February 23, 2013

I thought that I would miss you and never find my way. And then I heard the Angel say, "She's with you every day!" The Sun, the moon, the wind, the stars will forever be around; reminding you of the love you shared and the peace she's finally found. You all have truly been blessed with a mother of great character. I love you ladies!! Continued prayers for you, your brother, and extended family.

Shelly Ray

February 23, 2013

You will be miss Miss Marion you were a great friend. God Bless your family.

Deton McGruder

February 23, 2013

R.I.Paradise Mommy! Your light will continue to SHINE. I love you!

Tarshina Belcher

February 23, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Wayne & Cindy Belcher

February 23, 2013

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