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Loretta Marshall Obituary

Loretta Marshall, 80, was taken to Heaven on the Wings of Angels on March 5. Loretta was the daughter of the late Charlie and Iris Willis. Together with her husband of 57 years, Billy Marshall, they raised 3 boys, Mark, Randy, and Brandon. They also had 5 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren: Matthew, Brandon Jr., Brian, Amber, Jonathan, Haydon, Brooklyn, and Lucas.Loretta gave her life to Jesus at age 29. She started everyday reading her Bible, and her life was an incredible testament to God's Promises, Power, and Grace. Loretta was diagnosed with Stage 4 Ovarian Cancer in 2012. For 6 years, 30 chemo treatments, several surgeries, Loretta stayed focused on caring for her family. Home cooked meals were the norm, and everyone was served by her before she would sit at the table. Loretta refused to ruin today's blessings with tomorrow's troubles. She lived by God's word, and God gave her the power and strength to be happy and make wonderful memories for all of us, despite the fact that she was terminally ill. Loretta had a bucket list, but the only thing in it was helping others and leading them to Christ. Her joy in life was a product of her faithful service to our Lord. Her strength, through God's power, has been an inspiration to all that knew her. I encourage anyone with cancer especially Ovarian and Esophageal, to read her posts at https:csn.cancer.org/search/node/lorettamarshall . Her posts have and will continue to help thousands with cancer have strength, hope, and direction. Today she is with Jesus. Surrounded by all in her family that accepted Jesus as their Lord and Savior. That wonderful promise brings us joy as we mourn her absence. Loretta's last words were "I love you". That is the same message God has for us all. Thanks for all your Love, Devotion, and Godly example....We will see you again...A visitation will be held Friday, March 8, at 11 AM, followed by a funeral services at 1 PM at Woodlawn Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens, 6329 E Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, VA 23502. Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.woodlawnnorfolk.com

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Mar. 7, 2019.

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March 14, 2019

Loretta and I chatted on the CSN forum a number of times. I've always gone back to see if she's posted over the last couple of years and whenever I saw her reply, I'd smile. Please accept my deepest condolences. Through her writing, it was very clear to me that she was compassionate, thoughtful and so eager to help. When no one else had something to say, she'd reliably jump right in. RIP, lovely Loretta. You will be sorely missed.

Frank & Sherry Zielinski

March 13, 2019

Billy, Frank & I were so sorry to learn of the passing of Loretta. We were so blessed to have gotten to meet Loretta. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Connie W

March 9, 2019

I "met" Loretta through CSN. I cannot begin to tell you how much she will be missed. She gave so much and will continue to do so as others join and read her words. What a legacy

Skip Heyman

March 9, 2019

Billy and family, so sorry to learn of Loretta's passing. On the few occasions I met her with you, Billy, I could tell she was a delightful and elegant woman. I regret that I could not join you yesterday to celebrate her life, but I was with you in spirit.

Skip Heyman

March 9, 2019

Billy and family, I was so sad to read of Loretta's passing. I could tell from the couple of times I ever met her with you, she was a delightful and elegant lady. So sorry I was unable to celebrate her life with you yesterday but I was sure thinking of you all.

Susan Rago

March 9, 2019

Loretta touched so many people through her tireless involvement in the Cancer Survivor Network online forum. Rest In Peace dear one.
CheeseQueen57

E Dolinar

March 9, 2019

To Loretta's beloved Billy and entire family, she was a blessing to so many of us at Cancer Survivors Network. Her knowledge, strength, and compassion is not seen in many people and she leave a legacy that will not be forgotten.

I know God has welcomed home with open arms.

The entire family is in my prayers at this difficult time.

Kathleen LoPresti

March 9, 2019

So sorry for your loss. I am from the Cancer Survivor's Network where she provided comfort and care to so many. Loretta provided so much information and shared her experiences so that others could benefit from it. She will be sorely missed.

Hazel Easter

March 8, 2019

So sorry for your loss.

Hazel Easter

March 8, 2019

So sad for your loss. Those who are saved will meet her again. She had a good testimony. I never got to see her much, but we'll meet again.

Paul Adams

March 8, 2019

We will miss Loretta very much, but are comforted in the knowledge that she has gone to her well-deserved reward with God. May Billy be surrounded by the love and support of his family and friends during this difficult time.

Paul Adams (paul61)

From your brother Wayne, his children Jerry, Kenny & Teresa & her husband, Loren.

TERESA L. WILLIS-KNAPP

March 7, 2019

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Sherri Broderick

March 7, 2019

I met Loretta and Bill in 2009 during my husbands battle with Stage IV Esophageal Cancer. Seeking information of any kind, I came across a wealth of information from Loretta Marshall. From the Cancer Survivor's Network, our friendship blossomed.

Loretta's knowledge of the disease surpassed even the experts. Loretta gave countless hours, gave up valuable family time, and personal finances helping hundreds of people, even through her own diagnosis of stage IV Ovarian Cancer.

As I sit here today, I continually ask God, "Why take Loretta Marshall away from us when so many here need her help?" I believe Loretta would have said, Sherri, I'm not going to question Gods plan." "God must have a plan for me in heaven." I must agree because Loretta was the kindest, most generous and most unselfish person I have ever met. She has made me a better and more compassionate person and we should thank God for sharing Loretta Marshall with us.

Rest in peace my dearest friend. You will be forever treasured and cherished, never forgotten.

Paul Malbon

March 7, 2019

Billy and Boys. I know what you are going through. Loretta was a special person, no one knows this better than you. My prayers and thoughts are for you. I am sure Loretta is in a better place.

Sherri Broderick

March 7, 2019

I met Loretta and Bill in 2009 during my husband's battle with stage IV Esophageal cancer. Seeking information of any kind, I came across a wealth of information from Loretta Marshall. From the Cancers Survivors Network, our friendship blossomed.

Loretta`s knowledge of the disease surpassed even the experts. Loretta gave countless hours, gave up family time, and personal finances helping hundreds of people, even through her own diagnosis of stage IV Ovarian cancer.

As I sit here today, I continually ask God, "Why take Loretta Marshall away from us, when we need her here to help so many?" I believe Loretta would have said, "Sherri, I'm not going to question Gods plan for me, God must have a need for me in heaven." I must agree because Loretta was the kindest, most generous and the most unselfish person I have ever met. She has made me a better person and we should thank God for sharing Loretta Marshall with us.

Rest in peace my dearest friend. You will be forever treasured and cherished.

March 7, 2019

Billy, so sorry for your loss,. Cancer is such a terrible disease. I lost my wife Janet five years ago due to pancreatic cancer I know the grief you're going through., -Everett

Donald Hipple

March 7, 2019

Sad to hear of the void Loretta will leave. She made a difference. Don Hipple

Gently into the Ever-After Standing Spray

HING MCGRAW

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Hing Kiu McGraw

March 7, 2019

Loretta was a wonderful and caring person, we all will miss her dearly. Good night Loretta, we will meet again.

March 7, 2019

My condolences to the MARSHALL family,may the God of Peace bring comfort to you at this difficult time,remembering his words recorded at Jeremiah 29;12 there he invites you to pray to him,because he will listen.

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