Marianne Abdul Obituary

Marianne B. Abdul, 65, formerly of Downingtown, PA where she was born, passed away on January 14, 2022, at Riddle Memorial Hospital in Media, PA. She was the loving wife of Rashid Abdul, with whom she shared 39 years of marriage. Marianne was the daughter of the late Clarence E. Beam and the late Mary Esther Ward Beam, the sister of Richard Beam, Stephen Beam, Diane Clark, and the late Jeanne Reice. Marianne is survived by her children, Holly and Megan Abdul, and her Havanese dog, Benji Abdul. She was employed by Delmarva Power for 32 years. Marianne received a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from Drexel University and a Master of Business Administration degree from Strayer University. She also dedicated her time towards many nonprofit organizations such as Junior Achievements, Girl Scouts of America, and organized countless charitable events. Marianne enjoyed reading, traveling, and spending her weekends relaxing at her farm in Airville, PA, where she and her husband grew a garden and fruit orchard, raised goats and chickens, and planned to retire. A memorial service will be held from 10am to 11:30am on Saturday February 26, 2022, at Nativity BVM Church, 30 E. Franklin St, Media followed by a luncheon at the Towne House, 117 Veterans Sq, Media. Memorial contributions may be made to the Junior Achievement of Delaware. Please make checks payable to Junior Achievement of Delaware and send them to 522 S Walnut Street, Wilmington, DE 19801. To send online condolence, please visit https://www.juniorachievement.org/web/ja-delaware/donate-now.

Published by The Daily Local from Jan. 19 to Jan. 20, 2022.
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Marianne was one of JA´s most dedicated volunteers. Because of her, thousands of students benefitted by learning about the use of money and understanding the business system. She was a shining light for all who crossed her path.

Frank McIntosh

Work

January 13, 2023

Kathleen Capriotti

February 26, 2022

God Bless and Keep Rashid, Holly and Megan in your time of grief. Marianne will be sorely missed. We will miss her love, her warmth and her endless generosity. We will always remember those beautiful times at the Abdul farm, especially that memorable day we brought our PopPop. Love the Sullivans

The Sullivans

Friend

February 25, 2022

With heartfelt sympathy!

John, Cathy, JJ and Erin Doran

Family

February 25, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Gary and Jeannette (Clark) Enscoe

February 23, 2022

The Shakur's

February 20, 2022

In the beginning, God created heaven and the earth. And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. ... And God said, Let there be light: and there was light. And God saw the light, that it was good: and God divided the light from the darkness.
My Mami was a fantastic human and always had time for us as we grew. Her ability to relate to children was coupled with her love of sports and doing fun activities. The Harley Davidson tour, the 76rs game where we saw Kobi, The Dodge factory tour, Disney land, and Sea World, and the endless sticker books and Hardy boy books, are just some examples of how she could relate to us. However, she was able to speak to me as a friend and understood the pressures of being a growing adult. From Med school to hospital to carer to parent , she got it, she knew how to communicate and communicate with emotional intelligence. Titles may define perceptions, but actions validate perceptions. She certainly validated my perception of somone who cared. We miss you mami and may you now find peace. Love you always . The Shakurs,

Rameen Shakur & Family

February 20, 2022

Rameen

February 20, 2022

David, Linda and Lea Hart

February 19, 2022

Hello Rashid, Thinking of you and so sorry for your loss. Let us know if there is anything you need. Warmly, Mike and Linda

Michael G Edds

February 4, 2022

Sorry for your loss. Your in our prayers

Jay D Martin

January 30, 2022

We send our deepest condolence. We recall Marianne´s warm hospitalities and cordialities. We pray for her eternal peace.

Mansur A Khan (Kaiser)

Family

January 30, 2022

Marianne was a beautiful person with a heart of gold. She was always ready to do anything that would would help the cause of Junior Achievement. Having retired in 2008, I haven´t has the opportunity to see her for the last number of years, but my memories of Marianne will always be that she was a woman of generosity in mind and spirit with a brilliant smile and a big heart. She will be missed by all her friends at Junior Achievement and wherever her magic touched.

Frank McIntosh

January 29, 2022

I was lucky to know Marianne when we worked our part time jobs in high school. Great person, much to be admired. God bless.

Jim Willoughby

Friend

January 21, 2022

Mary Sieracki Simme

School

January 21, 2022

Mary Sieracki Simme

School

January 21, 2022

Mary Sieracki Simme

School

January 21, 2022

I took these photos of Marianne over 50 years ago while we were students and friends at St. Joseph Elementary School. I have many good memories of our friendship. My thoughts and prayers are with her family during these difficult days.

Mary Sieracki Simme

School

January 21, 2022

Dear Diane and family,
Sincere sympathy. Find Peace soon.

Mark Cummings

January 20, 2022

Marianne was a true friend and loved her family and life to the fullest - she overcame many trials in life with a perservering and courageous spirit - she will be missed. My loving sympathies to Rashid, Holly and Megan.

Cate and Paul Pedrick

January 20, 2022

Remembering Marianne as a loyal and kind friend. My deepest sympathy to Rashid, Holly and Megan.

Kathleen Capriotti

Friend

January 20, 2022

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