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Marianne Tillman Obituary
8/15/1947-2/2/2014
I enjoyed my time immensely! I've been married 3xs (practiced till I got it right!), dated some scoundrels, taken some great road trips, been involved with a few races & taken some great cruises. I have a wonderful daughter who means the world to me, a husband who has been my greatest supporter over the years, great friends and acquaintances and relatives I can count on!
I redecorate my house every couple of years, wether it needs it or not! I finished college, had a great career....made some amusing arrests, met some unforgettable people, saw some spectacular sights!
The thing that is consistent thru it all it ….humor. I have laughed my way thru life! Laughter was there thru my sadness, thru my confusion, thru my triumphs. Sooooo, when I look back over my life I see a series of FUNNY, FUNNY things! Humor has kept me grounded, humor has fought off fear, humor got me thru my daughter's teenage years, now I find myself laughing at old age. Unfortunately, I am the source of my own amusement! But....as luck would have it.....my body is a constant reminder of all that is funny! My teeth are falling out of my face;(last Christmas ….I laughed a tooth across the room!) my hearing now competes with sounds from a channel that comes in on the wrong frequency (what I hear ..is much funnier than what is said); my fingers and toes don't belong to me; my reproductive organs have tried to kill me; arthritis is taking over; memory???.. what memory?
Now that I finally have enough $ to go around I don't have enough strength to go spend it!
Recently, I had a friend that passed away from cancer....actually, from the results of chemo....she was taking because of the cancer! Anyway, a mutual friend told me that she was confused near the end.....she didn't know if she was packing for a trip to Cuba.....or where she was going....but she knew she was on her way somewhere! Why not??? Given a choice......I want to go to Cuba!
So..remember me with a smile and hopefully with the memory of something funny!
A Memorial service will be held at the Seafarers chapel at Shell Point at 1 pm on Sunday, February 9. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions be made in Marianne's name to Ovarian Cancer Awareness Foundation, ocafoundation.org.
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Memories and Condolences
for Marianne Tillman
Patricia Proctor
February 2, 2023
Thank you for being a great friend through our teen years. We got into more mischief together and through it all we laugh and had some wonderful enlightening conversations. You have given me the courage to live life with more adventure than I would have ever dreamed. Until we meet again, dear friend. Love and hugs. 02.02.2023
linda renteria
February 18, 2014
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
linda renteria
February 18, 2014
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mrs. Coleman
February 11, 2014
Never met her but I happened along and had to say God Bless to this family. Just reading this obituary I know Ms. Marianne is in heaven smiling down on all her loved ones.
Olivia Jefferson-Skinner
February 10, 2014
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Patricia Dragish
February 9, 2014
I knew Marianne since we were children, through our teen years and beyond. Yes, she has always been my inspiration and joy. She is a very special woman who always strived to enjoy those she loved in her life. She fought the good fight and has earned her angel wings. I will never forget my friend Marianne.
Donna Olsen
February 9, 2014
You were such an inspiration...what a way to go out, even picking up new friends along the way by your creative obituary!
Deepest sympathy to Joe and your family. Also, my heart goes out to Susan and Laura for the loss they feel losing a best friend.
JILL CONNER BROWNE
February 9, 2014
Thank you for this wonderful tribute to a truly fabulous woman! I wish I could be there with you to celebrate her, even though I never met her. I will look forward to making her acquaintance when I go to Cuba myownself! love to all who loved her.
Gayle Courts
February 8, 2014
I didn't know Marianne but I love her spirit and will try to replicate her obituary. Have fun in your next life, Marianne, I hope I'm there with you one day. Get the party started!
February 8, 2014
I didn't know Mrs. Tillman, but she made me smile today when I read her obituary. What a fantastic lady! I wish I could have known her in life, because she sure made an impression on mine.
February 8, 2014
Marianne was a dear friend of mine who always mad me laugh and feel good about myself every time I visited with her. She was such a giving and loving woman. I have many memories of her and our adventures together. I'll miss her so much.
Danielle Peterson
February 8, 2014
Did not know her or the family, but fell in love with her thru the obit. My loss that I never got to know her. More people need to live by this...may God hold you tight thru the days ahead.
Tara Morgan-Alford
February 8, 2014
I apologize for being so forward as I did not know your lovely Mom. I was so touched by her obit I just wanted you all to know even in passing she made a positive impact. Hold fast to what would have to be wonderful memories. She will always be with you. Tara Morgan-Alford
Linda Hill
February 8, 2014
May your family have the peace knowing that their loved one faced life with eagerness and a positive outlook. Reading this has been real inspiring. This was a true lady. She will be watching over her family with love.
Jim Hunt
February 8, 2014
I did not have the pleasure of meeting Marianne. I suspect she is smiling knowing how many people she is positively affecting after she is gone. Marianne, thanks for writing this for us to read. You gave me a big smile today.
February 8, 2014
Wow, what an awesome sounding lady. I'm sorry we never met. I'm sure I would have enjoyed her friendship immensely.
Hold fast to your memories and she will always be in your heart.
Debbie Kinard-Saenz
February 8, 2014
Please excuse me for being so forward...I did not know Mrs. Tillman...much to my sorrow. After reading her entry in the paper, I have to say that she must have been one heck of a lady! I do want her family to know that I wish them peace and beautiful memories of this woman and her well lived life....
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