Name: Celebration of Life for Marsha A. Journay
Start: 2023-06-03T10:30:00.000Z
End: 2023-06-03T11:30:00.000Z
Location: Gethsemane Lutheran Church

Marsha A. Journay, 71, of Manchester, died March 6, 2023 at her home after a courageous battle with cancer.

She was born in Manchester on November 10, 1951 to Warren and Ruth (Crane) Journay. She lived in Manchester for most of her life.

She earned a bachelor's degree from Plymouth State College and a master's degree in education from Notre Dame College.

Marsha was a history teacher for over 30 years and taught at Central High School and Trinity High School, both in Manchester.

She volunteered at CASA and was an active member of Gethsemane Lutheran Church in Manchester. She loved to read and also enjoyed many sports, especially golfing with her husband, Ron.

Marsha is survived by her husband of 11 years, Ronald J. Jones of Manchester; a daughter, Ruthie Withers and her husband, Stephen, of Attleboro, MA; a step-daughter, Stephanie Cleary and her husband, Michael, of York, ME; two grandchildren, Zachary Withers and Elliot Withers; two step-grandchildren, Reed Cleary and Lucas Cleary; two siblings, Warren Journay Jr. and his wife, Karen, of Hooksett and Carol Cole of Bow; one nephew and two nieces.

SERVICES: A Celebration of Life service will take place on Saturday, June 3, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 65 Sagamore St., Manchester. Two burials of cremated remains will be on Friday, June 9, 2023. The first burial will be at 2:00 p.m. at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen, followed immediately by a second burial at Webster Place Cemetery, 99 Holy Cross Road, Franklin, about 3 miles from the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to CASA and sent to P.O. Box 1327, Manchester, NH 03105, or at www.casanh.org

Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory, Manchester is assisting the family with arrangements. To leave a message of condolence, see the obituary at www.lambertfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Union Leader on Mar. 16, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Marsha Journay

11 Entries

Paul and Gloria

May 9, 2023

Dear Ron
We are very sorry to hear of Marsha´s passing. She was so lovely and you and she were two of her most favorite neighbors ever. She made the world a better place. With our deepest condolences. Old neighbors from Ash street Paul and Gloria

Lil

April 4, 2023

Marsha was the person that helped me stay in the profession I love, working with students, without burning out. She had few but solid and practical words for me that explained how she managed and that did the trick. She was a great cheerleader for newbies. She was honest and didn't beat around the bush but was kind, fun, warm, and welcoming. It is very sad to know the world is now without her but I consider myself very lucky to have met and worked with her. Marsha was like the sun! My sympathies go out to her husband and the rest of the family.

Susan Sweed

March 19, 2023

I worked with Marsha in the P.A. building at Central. I would often run into her during the course of a day and she always had a smile on her face. She was a lovely woman and died way too soon. I am very sorry for your loss.

Keith Karwacki

March 19, 2023

Marsha sat behind in Mr Adams Geometry class at MCHS. We reconnected at reunion meeting over the past thirty years. Lucky to have known her we will all miss her.

Bob Slavin

March 18, 2023

I knew Marsha from my time at MCHS and working with her on the 50th reunion. Prayers to her family on their loss. G-d bless you Marsha.

Jane Bright

March 18, 2023

I had known Marsha since high school at Central. She also assisted with our reunions. What a special lady and a kind, loving person. I am so sad to hear of her passing. She is another gone too soon. Heaven has another angel. My condolences go out to her family. Jane Bright

Greg Barrett

March 17, 2023

Sincere condolences to the family on Marsha's passing. Over the years we had several real estate transactions together as I always enjoyed working with her. May the road rise to meet her. RIP

David Boutin

March 16, 2023

Marsha and I were across the hall teaching buddies for many years. Marsha was an effective teacher and a true friend. Rest in peace MJ, I am a better person having known you.

Linda Seabury

March 15, 2023

A kind and loving woman - Marsha was a treasure.
Condolences to all who loved her.

Annette Dube

March 15, 2023

I met Marsha when I first started at Trinity High school. She was a wonderful person and friend. Marsha was easy to talk to and laugh with,
She spoke with so much love about her daughter Ruthie. My sympathies to Ruthie and Ron.
I always loved you Marsha you were truly a mentor to me in many ways, not only as a teacher but also a year ago this month when De was diagnosed with cancer and how you shared ways of how to stand by her and support her the way Ron did for you.
The Lord has welcomed a gentle soul and may the Lord shine his face upon you and give you peace.

Corey Doherty

March 14, 2023

Marsha was a beautiful person. She will be missed.

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