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Marlene Harris Obituary
Marlene Mae Harris, 81, of Machesney Park passed away peacefully Monday, June 3, 2019. Born August 31, 1937, in Morton Grove, the daughter of Joseph and Nellie (Weathers) Musser. Married Eddie Harris on July 12, 1986, in Rockford. Member of Cathedral Baptist Church since 1973, where she was a teacher at the school. Marlene was an avid thrifter. She loved spending time with the grandchildren where she was known as "little granny". She would winter in Texas where she was known as a "Winter Texan or Texas Snowbird". Survivors include son, Cody (Tammy) Jackson and Danny Jackson; daughter-in-law, Sue Jackson; sons, James (Rosanne) Jackson and Duell (Deidra Weber) Jackson; 15 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; siblings, Joseph (Mira) Musser, Rosemary (John) Wayman, Alice (Larry) Hale and Walter (Becky) Musser; numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband; and brothers, William and Kenneth Musser. Special thanks to OSF Hospice.
Service at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 8, in Delehanty Funeral Home, Ltd., 401 River Lane, Loves Park, with visitation from 10 a.m. to service time. Burial in Scandinavian Cemetery. Visit delehantyfh.com.
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Donna Prosise
July 11, 2020
I just found out today you are gone Marlene. You were a very special lady and I know you are in a better place Cody, Danny, Jim & Duell so sorry for your loss. Your mom was there for me when I needed a friend so thankful she was like a mom to me very kind helpful and understanding. Just wish I had seen she was gone in June. You had been on my mind the last couple months I am thankful God brought us together last year at the beauty shop that day. Love and hugs to you guys. Donna Prosise
June 12, 2019
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