George J. Marley
1949 - 2025
George J. Marley
1949 - 2025
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BORN
1949
DIED
2025
George Marley Obituary
George often said he won the lottery three times.
His first win was when he was adopted at birth by his parents Francis "Bones" Marley and Bette J. (Hill) Marley July 27, 1949, in Naches Heights, WA. He was so loved and lived an idyllic childhood in and around the apple orchards cavorting with his brother Steve, his cousins, and friends. He graduated from Highland High School in 1967. He earned a bachelor's degree and graduated from WSU in 1971.
George said win number two was being able to make a living at something he loved - numismatics. He worked with collectible sports cards for a few short years but largely worked in the coin industry. Most recently he owned a coin shop in Lynnwood which he sold in 2019. He regretted retiring but health challenges necessitated the change.
George said his third win was marrying Paulette (George) in 1989. He loved everyone in her family, and they loved him.
George is survived by his brother Steve Marley, sister in law Gloria (Majnarich) Marley of Yakima and their children John Marley of Yakima, Emily (Marley) Rowe, her husband Aaron Rowe and their children Jakob, Izaak, and Veronika all of Wenatchee. George is also survived by his brother in law Mark George, sister in law Jan (Cyr) George of Yakima and their children Stefan Paul George of Nashville, TN, Brandon George and his wife Brenna (Mickus) George of Shoreline. He is also survived by his sister in law Kathy (George) Speedy and her partner Chuck Peo of Ridgefield, WA and Kathy's son Brett Speedy and his wife Jannalyn (Farley) Speedy of Junction City, OR. Surviving also are many relatives and friends. His wife Paulette (and their dog Mister) of Lynnwood love him and will miss him so very much.
George sometimes merited the moniker Snarly Marley but he was an absolute softy. He fiercely loved his family and friends and supported animal charities and pet adoption.
At George's request there will be no funeral services, but a celebration of life is planned for some time next spring.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Melinda Danko
November 20, 2025
You will be very missed George. We´re saddened we weren´t able to spend more time with you. The little bit we had was joyful and fun. You shall be remembered with great love George Marley... God bless you.
John Drummey
November 11, 2025
The obituary describes the George that I came to know and do business with often. He could be quick tempered but he had a soft spot and more than once I saw him tear up when talking about a family member .
A few things I remember about George: he was a food fuss and if a restaurant didn´t prepare his meal according to his instructions he could come unglued. He was open about his dislike of vegetables. He was not a passive driver.
The last years in his shop were difficult for him because he struggled with health issues and often didn´t feel well. He told me he regretted retiring and missed the business but I don´t think he had an option.
RIP George
rusty taylor
November 2, 2025
Remember taking George on a buy trip. I put up the money and let him buy what ever he wanted. Our first dinner he said shall we keep that expense seperate? I said no. If you ever went to dinner with George you know he was past being a big eater. But still agreed to just add it to the expense account. I remember his ordering two large diet cokes and a large milk. Anyway, so glad we got to go on that trip and enjoy our time.
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rusty taylor
November 2, 2025
So sorry never made it over to see you. Was looking forward to your visit. Remember I even got a couple new pillows for you.
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