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POQUOSON - Marie Kelly Bennett, 44, passed away on Aug. 16, 2007. Born in Newport News, she was the youngest child of Joseph H. Kelly and her late beloved mother, Edna Portwood Kelly. She graduated from Ferguson High School and attended TNCC. She lived in Poquoson for 13 years. Marie was a devoted mother to her two children, Nicholas and Natalie Bennett. She loved God, and was a member of Emmaus Baptist Church. Marie had a creative mind, and enjoyed painting, photography, sewing, decorating, and cooking. Her laugh will be missed by her children and by her father and stepmother, Joe and Becky Kelly of Hampton; her sister, Kathleen Kelly of Charlottesville; her brothers, Patrick Kelly of Gloucester, Tim Kelly of Poquoson and Tom Kelly of Hampton; her husband, Lee Bennett of Hampton; her dog and best pal, Beamer; and many other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home. The funeral will be at 12 p.m. Monday at Emmaus Baptist Church, Poquoson, by Dr. John Snow. Interment will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park, Newport News. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Marie's memory to the Peninsula Fine Arts Center, 101 Museum Drive, Newport News, VA 23606, or Emmaus Baptist Church, 814 Yorktown Road, Poquoson, VA 23662. Online condolences to www.claytorrollins.com.

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Published by Daily Press from Aug. 18 to Aug. 19, 2007.

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Meggie Smith

December 12, 2007

Wow, umm what to write? I babysat for Nick and Natalie when they were little. I was almost a mainstay in your home through my high school years. I can't imagine what it has been like and I do wish you the best in moving on. I would love to know how everyone is holding up. Please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, Meggie Smith

JUDY SPENCER

October 7, 2007

I JUST FOUND OUT TODAY THAT MARIE IS NO LONGER WITH US. I WAS SO SORRY TO HEAR THAT. I JUST RAN INTO HER AT A FURNITURE STORE. I MET MARIE MANY YEARS AGO AND WAS SO PLEASED TO SEE HER AGAIN AND WE TALKED ABOUT OUR LIVES. MAY GOD BLESS HER FAMILY AND FRIENDS AS THEY MORN HER LOSS.

Heather Holt Somerset

August 30, 2007

To the loved ones of Marie Kelly:
My name is Heather Holt Somerset. Marie was a dear friend of mine in high school. We use to play tennis together, spend the night at each others homes and many other fun things. Marie has always been so thoughtful, cheerful and honest. I was telling my mother last week, that I recall a visit from Marie and Diane Teagle when I lived in N.N. and how impressed I was with how well Marie always presented herself and the level of etiquette she always displayed.
Although we have not kept in touch through the years, Marie has always been one of my most favorite people. I know I will always have fond thoughts of her and I will miss her dearly.

Sue Ellis

August 21, 2007

Bennett Family,
You don't know me but I knew your Mom in high school. I was just asking about her two weeks ago. Such sad news, I will be praying for each of you.
Love and Prayers,
Sue Hargrave Ellis

Stacy Garner Winn

August 21, 2007

To all of Marie's loved ones,

I am deeply sorry to learn of her passing. Please know that you will all be remembered in my prayers.

Mary Lowery-Brown

August 21, 2007

To the Kelly family,
I am so very very sorry that this happened. I had no idea I worked with Marie and it was quite upsetting to find out that Marie Bennett was Marie Kelly. I wish I could have helped in some way. Timmy called Chelsea to check on her. I am just sick over it and know that we are keeping you all in our prayers.

Mary Boerner

August 21, 2007

Dear Tim and Tom,
We are truly sorry for the loss of you sister Marie. Although we had never met Marie we still can understand the sadness you are now experiencing.
God Bless you and comfort you now and through the months ahead.
Jack & Mary Caroline Boerner

Michelle Hecker Bowman

August 20, 2007

Dear Family and Friends of Marie,

I cannot tell you how saddened I am upon learning the news of sweet Marie’s passing. Like her mom, (whom I also still think of often), Marie was a truly kind and beautiful person. Although many miles and years placed physical distance between us, I never forgot what a dear friend she was to me, and I will always love her. Until such time blessedly passes that the pain of her memory becomes joyful for you to recall, I hope that you may seek comfort in God and the knowledge that she is under His care, along with Edna.

Michelle (Hecker) Bowman

Helen Starling

August 20, 2007

Dear Nicholas & Natalie,

I worked with your mom, Marie. What a joy she was. I only knew her for a few months, but I don't remember having many conversations with her when she didn't mention how much she loved you both and how proud she was to be your Mom. She will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. God Bless You and keep you. You both, and your entire family, are in my prayers.

Cheryl Snyder Stutesman

August 20, 2007

Time has passed since I have seen you or any of your family,You were always a very friendly soul with a warm smile.I know you will be missed.I wish I could provide some comfort for those of you left behind, all I can offer is my sincere heartfelt condolence.

Keatha Galofaro

August 19, 2007

Marie my friend, you will be missed. It's been wonderful watching our children grow together and sharing our experiences over many years. You touched many lives and we will all hold your memories near. As you are seated in heaven, watch over all of us and send peace to our hearts.

Nick and Natalie, we are so sorry for your loss and cant begin to have words to comfort you. Treasure your precious memories and the love your mom shared with you.

Love always,
The Galofaro's

Lily Romando

August 19, 2007

Dear Natalie and Family,

Words cannot express the sadness we feel. We love you, and will always be here for you. You are in our constant prayers.

Love,
Lily and Family

Jeri Huntsinger Clark

August 19, 2007

Mareba,

We go so far back. Us girls..you, me, Lisa, Kathleen & Diane. Growing up with you as a friend has left me with many wonderful memories that I'm so thankful to have and be able to share.

Going to school, learning to drive, getting a "real" job, losing loved ones, getting married and having children...we experienced all.

I pray for your family, I know how much they meant to you. Say hello to your mom for me. :)

You will live on through Nicholas & Natalie, who I know you loved with all your heart. There were your everything.

I love you,

JerBear

Stephanie Wood Montgomery

August 19, 2007

To Marie's brothers and sister ~ When we all lived together on Sweetbriar Drive in Glendale, I was your babysitter! As time passes and I ride by your old house weekly, I often wonder what each of you are now doing. I am deeply saddened to learn that Marie has left you at such an early age. I remember her as a bright and energetic child, lots of smile and timid giggles. I will continue to think of each of you as you move forward in your lives with your families. May each of you feel fortunate to have had Marie in your life and know that she brought much happiness to all who knew her. God bless each of you.

Jeri Clark

August 19, 2007

Mareba,

My dear friend. We go so far back and have so many memories. The "FFS" group, you, me, Lisa, Kathleen & Diane. Growing up together, going to school, learning to drive, dating, Keyettes, losing loved ones, getting "real" jobs, getting married, having kids. Distance/miles were between us but our hearts were always joined.

I love you. Say hello to your mom and my grandparents for me!

Your life lives on in Nicholas and Natalie...for that we will celebrate.

JerBear

Molli Hicks

August 19, 2007

tim,jacki,lauren and the kelly family, my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.i never had the pleasure to know her but i know kirk and lynn loved her very much.she is with god and happy now.

Walter Ethridge

August 19, 2007

You will be sadly missed by all who knew you. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Walter & Liza Ethridge

Cathy Estep

August 19, 2007

To my dear, sweet friend Marie,

You were a bright ray of sunshine in my life from the moment I met you. I will miss your kindness, your beauty, your wonderful sense of humor and love of life. You were a smart, funny, honest, giving person and I treasure the years that I was able to call you my friend. You were the sister that I never had. Your kindness to me, my children and those who loved you will never be forgotten. Taylor and I will miss you forever. You gave me strength when I needed it, you gave me reasons to smile. I will miss our long talks and laughter. I love you and you will be in my heart forever.

To Nick and Natalie,

Your mother was a blessing to every person whose life she touched. She loved you both with a passion that is indescribable. Hold on to the good times as there were many. Know that her love for you both will be with you forever. She told me so many times how proud she was of you both. You were everything to her. I’m so sorry that you both have to go through this. We will always be here for you if you need us. Please never forget that she loved you with all her heart and so do we.

Cathy Estep

August 19, 2007

To my dear, sweet friend Marie,

You were a bright ray of sunshine in my life from the moment I met you. I will miss your kindness, your beauty, your wonderful sense of humor and love of life. You were a smart, funny, honest, giving person and I treasure the years that I was able to call you my friend. You were my sister that I never had. Your kindness to me, my children and those who loved you will never be forgotten. Taylor and I will miss you forever. You gave me strength when I needed it, you gave me reasons to smile. I will miss our long talks and laughter. I love you and you will be in my heart forever.

To Nick and Natalie,

Your mother was a blessing to every person whose life she touched. She loved you both with a passion that is indescribable. Hold on to the good times as there were many. Know that her love for you both will be with you forever. She told me so many times how proud she was of you both. You were everything to her. I’m so sorry that you both have to go through this. We will always be here for you if you need us. Please never forget that she loved you with all her heart and so do we.

Katharina Fowler

August 18, 2007

Marie,

We just started to get to know each other. We didn't have enough time. Thank you for letting me walk and laugh with you for a tiny fraction of your journey.

Katharina

Shelby and Jim King

August 18, 2007

We only met Marie a few times, but she was a beautiful, kind and funny woman. She came known to us when our daughter Jacki King married her brother Tim. She and our daughter became close and talked frequently. We were happy that Marie was there as Jacki was so far from home. We will always remember, the beautiful loving sister of Tim. She was definitely loved by Jacki and Tim.

The Yacobi Family

August 18, 2007

I wanted to send our prayers to the family of Marie Kelly Bennett.

Tim, Jacki & Lauren Kelly

August 18, 2007

Maire,
You are sorely missed. We all wish we could have known so we could have helped you. We will always love you. We will laugh about all the fun times we all had together. We will be there for Nick & Nat in anyway we can help.
We told Lauren that God needed help in Heaven and you are there with your Mom and Andrew helping Him.
We love you more than you will ever know. For me, you were the sister I never had.
Love,
Tim, Jacki & Lauren

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