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Malcolm "Mac" Marchman Obituary
Mr. Marchman was born April 28, 1928 in Springfield, Georgia. His passions in life were education and sports. He obtained various degrees from Georgia Military College and Mercer University while earning varsity letters from each in basketball and baseball (and football, GMC), and the University of Georgia.
Mac dedicated his life to the growing and flourishing of young minds, later concentrating soley on at-risk and troubled students. Fifty years of service in education began in 1949 as teacher-coach at Terrell Co. High and Butler High, leading to position of Principal at Butler High in the 1950's, Superintendent of Barnesville City Schools, and Principal, Screven Co. High in the 1960's, and Principal of Perry High School, 1971-1985. After a short retirement, he then taught for 13 years at the YDC in Milledgeville.
Mac played in various baseball leagues. As a semi-pro All-Middle Georgia All-Star in 1950, he was signed with the Philadelphia Phillies to play in Carbondale, PA. After only a few games, he received draft notice. While at Ft. Knox, he played with other former pros. They won the Kentucky Bluegrass League and Mac was named to the All-Star team in Greensburg.
His Army career was comprised of active duty stints during the Korean War as Tank Commander and 3rd Armored Div. instructor in improvements in methods of weapons instruction. In the United States Army Reserve in the 1970's, Mac was an Infantry School Instructor at Ft. Benning. He served in several USAR units as Security Officer and Training Officer. He retired as Major USAR in 1979.
Mac was an Eagle Scout, Most Outstanding Barracks Cadet, Member of Kappa Sigma Fraternity, GHSA Basketball/Baseball Official, President Perry Rotary Club, President Region 3AAA Schools.
He is preceded in death by his wife, June, of 38 years, and his son, John. He is survived by his daughter, Susan Marchman of Macon, and sister, Mary Will Long of Springfield.
Visitation will be Monday, April 30 from 11:00AM-12:00PM at Hart's Mortuary at the Cupola, 6324 Peake Road, followed by a service in the chapel at 12:00PM with the Reverend James Braswell officiating, with burial at Riverside Cemetery.
Heartfelt thanks to Mr. Marchman's doctors, Central Georgia Home Health, and Hospice of Central Georgia. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of Central Georgia, 6261 Peake Road, Macon, Georgia 31210 or at http://www.hospiceofcentralgeorgia.org/give.html
Register online at www.hartsmort.com.
Hart's Mortuary and Crematory at the Cupola has charge of arrangements.
Memories and Condolences
for Malcolm "Mac" Marchman
Julie Collins
September 25, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a wonderful man. He will be missed by many.
Gary Killough
June 15, 2012
Susan, so sorry to hear of your father's passing. I'm sorry I haven't written sooner to let you know we are thinking of you. I hope you can see that your Dad was loved by many and touched many lives.
Gary Killough
Veronica Kinney
April 30, 2012
May the God of heaven grant you peace and comfort during this diffucult time,Soon the God of heaven will set up a kingdom that will never be brought to ruin.May we continue to pray for his kingdom.
Jackie Barnes
April 30, 2012
Most of us probably don"t know how many, many people Mac touched in a very positive way, I know that I am one of many, and I always had a deep respect for him, a Great, Great Man, May God comfort and Bless his Family in this time of sorrow and Remembrance.
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April 30, 2012
I was a student at Butler when Coach Marchman was principal. He was a great principal and a person I admired very much.My deepest sympathy in the loss of your father and brother. Roger Ann Streetman Davis
E & C
April 30, 2012
Susan, you are such a blessing to know. These tributes to Dad speak volumes about the man he was. Your example of unconditional love and devotion speak volumes about you. We love you, dear moonbeam. We are here for you. xoxoxox E & C
E & C Matarazzo
April 30, 2012
Susan, you are such a blessing to know. These tributes to Dad speak volumes about the man he was. Your example of unconditional love and devotion speak volumes about you. We love you, dear moonbeam. We are here for you. xoxoxox E & C
Irma & Gary De Bord
April 30, 2012
My Dearest and Precious Susan,
I cannot convey to you the deep sorrow I feel at the passing of your wonderful Dad. I cherish the few times
and events we shared with he and your Mom, as families we meshed so well with them sharing you as our other daughter! He spoke with us on several occasions about how much he appreciated Parrish being such an integral part of the Marchman family!
We were just as thrilled to be a part of the Marchman family.
I am so proud of the way you took such awesdome care of both your Mom and Dad. You are one special little girl. Gary and I Love you so much and want to be there for you always.
"Mac" was such an honorable man and one whom everyone respected highly!
you can walk tall in knowing what a wonderful heritage you carry.
We would love to be with you at this time of sorrow and pain but Gary is still having health issues. we WILL see you very soon.
Our Prayers have been with you for some time and continue as you travel this journey. God will keep
you in His fold and surround you with
a special peace, this is our prayer.
God Bless You, Angel
(your other Mom and Dad)
Irma and Gary De Bord
Parrish' Mom and Dad
Tara & Scott Perry
April 30, 2012
So Sorry about your Dad, such a wonderfu man. We Love you and are praying for you everyday! May God Bless and keep you!
Dicky Erwin
April 29, 2012
Susan,
I write this with deep regrets that I did not get up to visit one last time with your Dad before he died. I guess I didn't know really how sick he was. It makes me sad that I did not get up there right after we spoke on facebook. Although I never worked for him I admired him as an educator and spoke with him many times at Perry High and ball games. I considered him my friend and fellow educator. I have fond memories of talking with him as we would be pulling for Perry High at basketball and football games long after he left Perry and lived in Macon. I also did not know about all his experiences and accomplishments, but they were many. I just really enjoyed being in his company. Now, Susan you have had a hard time losing your mother, John, and now your Dad. But remember to keep the faith and one day y'all will be together again. May God have peace over you during your time of grief.
Coach Melvin & Jenny Sweat
April 29, 2012
Susan....we are so sorry for your loss! We have lots of wonderful PHS memories with your dad who was a great principal. We pray for God's peace and comfort for you during this difficult time.
Dondra Roberts
April 29, 2012
So sorry about the death of Mr. Marchman. He was my basketball coach in the 9th grade. We all loved him. He was also my principle for several years in late 50's, early 60's. Did not know about all his credentials since he did not talk about them. Was able to see him last when he came to our 45th H. S. reunion. My sympathy to his family.
Kathy (Tallon) Turner
April 29, 2012
Mr. Marchman hired me for my first job in 1974, as library media specialist at Perry High School. He was such an encouragement! My sympathies go to his family and friends.
David Shelnutt
April 29, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
April 29, 2012
Mac, u were part of our childhood with great memories, u may be gone but your smile and friendship will always be in our hearts.
Bob,
Elaine and all the other 100's of younguns that loved u from Butler
Pastor Bennetha Jenkins
April 29, 2012
My deepest sympathy extented to Mr. Marchman's family. One of the best principal that Perry Senior High has ever had. Someone that understood and cared for the students. Mr. Marchman
was there when I needed help and for that I say thanks. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning.
Psalms 30:5
Russell Allen class of 74
April 28, 2012
May God bless your family in this time of sorrow. He was a very good principal.I know he will be missed.
Catherine Hawkins
April 28, 2012
I was an English/American History teacher at Perry High School from 1970-1973, a volatile time in public schools. Working with Mr. Marchman was a pleasure. He was a good principal and a good boss.
Jim Gilreath
April 28, 2012
Mr. Marchman hired me to teach science for him at Perry High in the early 70s. I credit his advice and counseling for stopping me from quitting several times that first year. I had a chance to thank him personally a while back for what an influence he had on me. He was a good man.
Letha Morris
April 28, 2012
Mr. Marchman was my mentor and friend.
My thoughts are with you,Susan and his family. Letha Morris(Milledgeville,Ga.)
Greg Pursall
April 28, 2012
Susan, your father was obviously a wonderful man who lived a full rewarding life . Please accept my sincere condolences at this very sad time for you.
Chrys McIntosh-Stafford
April 28, 2012
I wanted to pay my respects to a wonderful person and to thank you for all you did for us in our school years. My thoughts and prayers are with the family! PHS class of 81......... RIP Mr. Marchman!!
Brian Hite
April 28, 2012
Remembering Mac and all the Marchmans with love and fondness. Bless you, Susan. Our prayers are with you.
Karen Renford
April 28, 2012
My sincere sympathy. Mr Marchman was the best principal at Perry High and was a wonderful person. Keeping your family in prayer.
Karen Renford (Perry,GA)
Linda and Michael Smith
April 28, 2012
One of the most influential people of my life when he was principal at Butler High School. The Girls of the Class of 1965 were just remembering him a few days ago at our last get together. God bless his daughter and his family. We loved you Mac. Linda Wright Smith.
April 28, 2012
Mac, we will miss you greatly. Thank you for all you did for me and my family. Norman
Scruff McDougal
April 28, 2012
Blessed are they that mourn, for they shall be comforted. Rest in peace dear Mac.
Valerie Jones
April 28, 2012
Susan, please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Your Dad was such a great man and a wonderful mentor for so many students. We all admired and looked up to Mr. Mac. He was always fair and honest with us and treated us as individuals and with respect.
I am so happy my Mom and I were able to spend some time with both you and your Dad when I was in GA last week. I will treasure those moments forever.
I do hope you'll find some comfort in knowing that many share in your sorrow and we all have such wonderful memories of time spent with your Dad.
Please remember to take care of you...
With love,
Valerie
Kaye"Brown" & Ray Jackson
April 27, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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