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Margie Gilliam Obituary

NORTHPORT Margie Nell Clark Gilliam, age 69, of Northport, passed away Monday, Nov. 12, 2012. Services will be 2 p.m. today at Sunset Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Korey Kizziah officiating. Burial will follow in Fayette Memorial Gardens with Sunset Funeral Home, a Dignity Memorial Provider, directing. Visitation will be one hour prior to services at the funeral home.

Margie Nell was preceded in death by her husband, Thurman Gilliam; her parents, James Fred and Jewell Edna Nichols Clark of Fayette; and her granddaughter, Bobbie Ann Tingle.

Survivors include her daughters, Debbie Marlowe and Mona Hahn, both of Northport; her grandchildren, Paul Tingle. Matthew Marlowe, Misty Marlowe, and Mason Turner; her great-grandchildren, Robert Jones and Zoe Marlowe; her sister, Lyda Black of Northport; and her brothers, Jerry Clark of Eutaw, Darrell Clark of Trussville, and Hal Gaines Clark of Homewood.

Born in Fayette, Alabama, Margie Nell lived in various cities across the United States, finally settling in Northport where she has resided since 1980. Margie was a kind and loving individual and remained a faithful and strong presence within her family. Margie retired from the federal government with over 35 years of experience and was a professional who was dedicated and always optimistic about changes taking place around her.

Pallbearers will be Mason Turner, Matthew Marlowe, David Hahn, Kipp Clark, David Black, and Greg Clark.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to Caring Days, Alzheimer's Foundation, or a charity of one's choice.

Condolences may be offered at www.sunsetbrown-funeral.com.

Published by Tuscaloosa News on Nov. 14, 2012.
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To Nell children I am so sorry for your loss. Nell and I were very good friends when we were growing up. We went to the same church together. The Assembly Of God in Fayette. Her Dad led the singing. She was always a sweet girl and I am sorry now that we didn't stay in touch. Heaven has gained a jewel.

Joan McKinney

November 19, 2012

I first met Margie around the fall of 1981. Paul and his sister were just babies. She and my Dad, George Phillips, were "dating". They married January 4, 1989. After just over a year they divorced but remained very good friends. Dad passed away on September 27, 2010 and I talked with Margie shortly after that. She was still living in her home, her memories clear but she had difficulty verbalizing the exact words she wanted to say because of the effects that Alzheimers had on her. I regret that I did not take the time to visit her like I told her I would, but I know that I am forgiven because now that her memories are once again clear she knows that I still have fond thoughts and memories of her as well. To Misty - I know you still see Sarah and Jimmy every so often. I was looking through some old pictures not long ago and the one of you and Sarah standing in front of that giant turtle shell made me smile and wish that we could go back and share all the fun we had that summer. Please stay in touch and call, our number is in the phone book.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Connie Henry

November 14, 2012

I just want to say how very sorry we were to hear the news of Nell's passing. Your entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers today and in the days to come. It is never easy to give up a loved one. I love each and every one of you. That is what a" Nichols" does best. Love from Ann New Chandler and family.

November 14, 2012

Nell and I went to elementary/high school together. I have very fond memories of our time spent together. She was a very dear friend to me, as well as, to many 1961 FCHS graduates. She was loved by all.

I wish her family my deepest sympathy. And may Nell continue to live within your hearts.

Joy Boothe Folkerts

November 14, 2012

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