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Marian Clowe Obituary
Marian Joan (Sadowski) Clowe
Sept. 9, 1933 - July 27, 2021
SCHENECTADY- Marian Joan (Sadowski) Clowe of Schenectady, died age 87 on Monday, July 27, 2021 as a result of complications from Covid 19. She was born September 9, 1933 and was the daughter of the late Stanley and Helen (Polek) Sadowski.
Our mother enjoyed traveling, skiing, farming and indulging in creative cooking. She volunteered at the Whitney Book Store, Christ Church of the Hills, the Maybe Farm and was a Girl Scout leader. Marion was an avid bridge player and competed nationally, traveling as far as Texas to compete. She was also an early environmentalist and had taught her daughters how to compost, recycle, reuse and ultimately garden. Aa a loving wife she supported her husband Richard "Dick" Marcellus in all of his endeavors.
Marion was predeceased by her husband Richard Marcellus in 2017. She is survived by her daughters: Martha (Kirby) Van Vleet of Queensbury, daughter Elizabeth (John Turco) Reddick of Saratoga, and Christine (Donald) Hyde of Rotterdam; as well as grandchildren: Cameron (Hannah) Esser, Timothy (Megan) Reddick, Nickolas Reddick as well as Ryan, Rebecca and Meghan Hyde; and great grandchild: Marcellus Joseph Reddick.
At Marian's request there will be no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society, Double "H" Hole in the Woods Camp or the Mabee Farm Historic Site in Rotterdam Junction, NY.
A grave side blessing will be performed privately at the convenience of the family where she will be interred alongside her late husband at West Glenville Cemetery.
Online condolences can be shared at fredendallfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements are under the care of Fredendall Funeral Home.
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Robin & Joe Glennon family
August 28, 2021
Robin & Joe Glennon family
August 28, 2021
Robin & Joe Glennon family
August 28, 2021
We were so sorry to learn about the sudden passing of Marian Clowe. A a wonderful neighbor and person inside and out and so much fun. Marian embraced life and definitely lived it to it´s fullest. She will be truly missed by all who knew and loved her....especially her gorgeous daughters who take right after her! RIP Mrs. Clowe.
Pat Barrot
August 19, 2021
Marian was a blast! She was always at the ready with her quick wit and fun ways! I worked with her at the Mabee Farm and always good times with Marian. She will be very much missed!
Kate and Barry Erb
August 2, 2021
Such a wonderful, caring, and kind lady who shared so many important events with us: our wedding, Navy change-of-command celebration, and each of our Navy retirement ceremonies. She made the world a better place. "Aunt Marian" will forever be in our our hearts and memories. We will always love her. ~Kate & Barry
Gloria
August 2, 2021
We´ve had many good times together and plenty of memories. Remember when we released the balloons in the lobby and they went up to the ceiling and then the next day they fell to the floor.. we were very mischievous. Molly & Lucy exchanging toys and treats. I will miss you. Always, just Molly & me
Dena
August 2, 2021
I´m gonna miss your sense of humor. I looked forward to seeing you everyday but I know you´re up there smiling away... R.I.P. my sweet lady
Donna Fairlee
August 2, 2021
I will miss our times at the Whitney but I will smile, thinking of you and Dick together again. Much love and warm memories. XO
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