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Marie Halpin Obituary
1954 ~ 2017
Marie Green Halpin, 63, loving wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully from Glioblastoma brain cancer on March 7, 2017. She lived a full and adventurous life, always the life of the party and loved by all. She felt our Savior's love as she faced her final trial. She will be dearly missed but know we will be with her again. Born January 7, 1954 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Harmon Earl & Elaine Ericksen Green. Attended Ensign Elementary, Bryant Junior High, East High and Utah State University graduating in PE & Filing. Taught at West, Hillcrest and Brighton High Schools. Pep Club Advisor, Coach, taught business and PE for 22 years. Published 32 yearbooks! Married Bob Halpin November 6, 1987, sealed in Salt Lake Temple April 6, 1989. Bob had 4 children from a previous marriage - Todd, Jeff, Amie and Shane. Marie and Bob had one child, Jacob, who was born March 14, 1990. Active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Served as YW President, Laurel Advisor & Camp Director, Gospel Doctrine Teacher, Primary Pianist, Ward Music Chorister, Missionary with Bob at Brighton Branch, Men's Basketball Coach at University of Utah's Single's Ward where they won everything! Loved music, played piano and cello, held many wonderful concerts at her home and final send-off concert at Brighton High School. Active in sports, passionate about snowboarding & water skiing, played softball with Utah Shamrocks, played at Nationals for basketball, most valuable volleyball player in college, and inducted into the Utah Sports Officials Hall of Honor 2002. Survived by husband Bob Halpin, children Todd (Janette) Halpin, Jeff (Stephanie-div) Halpin, Amie (Corey) Johnson, Shane Halpin, Jacob (Sharon) Halpin, 10 grandchildren & many nieces & nephews who loved her dearly, beloved mother Elaine Green, brothers Sam & Mike (twin), sisters Sue & Becky. Preceded in death by her dear father Harmon Green, mother-in-law Donna Wynne, sister-in-law Diane Fisher, brother-in-law Roger Brown, nephew Colby Hatch, and niece Rachel Green.
Funeral Services will be held at 12 noon on Saturday, March 11 at Salt Lake Wasatch Stake Center, 8170 S Short Hills Drive (3425 E), Cottonwood Heights. A viewing will be held Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. and 10:30-11:30 a.m. prior to services Saturday.
Interment, Mountain View Memorial Cemetery. Thanks to her dear husband Bob and special son Jake for the tender care they showed Marie during her last days and for all the many family members, neighbors, teachers, students and friends whose visits and expressions of love cheered her heart. As Marie would say, YAHOOO, I MADE IT! Condolences: www.peelfuneralhome.com
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Marilyn McSweeney
March 12, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. May your knowledge of eternal life and families help comfort you at this time.
Russell & Marilyn McSweeney
David Young
March 10, 2017
Sister Green, Sue, Sam, Becky and Mike, I was deeply saddened to learn that Marie has passed away. It has been many years since I have seen or talked to any of you. I have no words to properly express how your entire family has benefited my life. I have very fond memories of being with you in your home a few times, the choir at the "U", and especially the Thanksgiving trip to "Tom and Voney's. Many times over the years my family has heard about the trip that Stan Rasmussen and I took with your family. Please accept my deepest sympathy. What a wonderful daughter and sister. What a wonderful life, with more to come in the eternities.
Sydney Brown
March 10, 2017
Marie was always so happy and full of light, she came down many times to coach me and play with me in basketball. She was always so adventourus and we did crazy things, (like the epic food fight!) She always called me her allstar and said she was going to be looking down on me in heaven cheering me on. Thankyou stinkerbell (Jake) for being so sweet to her and showing me that example of the pure love of Christ. I love you Aunt Marie and you will always be with me.
Love your Allstar Sydney Brown
Ken Passarella
March 9, 2017
Marie was truly one of a kind. A fierce competitor, mentor to her students, jokester, mom, wife, a friend to everyone, and all-around quality person. A testament to her character were the many friends who rallied around her as she battled cancer. Rest in peace, dear friend.
Stephanie Green Doutre
March 9, 2017
Marie and I made so many memories together playing three sports at Utah State, summer softball, and senior games. We had so much fun! I was blessed to have her in my life. Even though we will not be able to see her on this earth again, the relationships we shared will always be remembered. I know she will be living life to the fullest in Heaven. Jacob you were her greatest gift. May the Lord bless and be with each of you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Hugs.....
Nicole Pendleton
March 9, 2017
I had Marie for yearbook at Hillcrest about 15 years ago. One of my favorite classes ever. Marie was always so fun, yet we always managed to get our work done as well. Sorry to hear of her passing. I have no doubt she will be missed by many.
Sharon Odell Burt
March 9, 2017
My love and condolences to Marie's twin brother,Mike, and to her husband and children; to all of her friends and family. I am so thankful for her friendship and for the courage she showed throughout her final test. She was an inspiration to my son and me...she was an inspiration to many. May the Lord bless you and keep you always, Sweet Marie.
East High School Class of '72
Ron and Linda Mast
March 9, 2017
Condolences to Bob and Family. We as neighbors didn't get to know Marie as we should have. But when we were around her, we couldn't help but enjoy her sweet spirit.
Lyman, Gail, Lyman Jr., & Matthew Green
March 9, 2017
Marie was a shining light in this world. She had a wonderful sense of humor, and she had a loving heart. She was also a hot ticket, a delightful prankster, and she embraced life and family and her faith wholeheartedly. She was totally supercalifragilisticexpialadocious.
With love from, Uncle Lyman, Aunt Gail, Cousin LJ, and Cousin Matthew - a Connecticut branch of the Greens
Susan (Anderson) McCaskill
March 9, 2017
Marie you were truly one of a kind.... I always suspected that your husband married you for your outgoing personality.Prayers and condolences for your loved ones and family. Susan
Bryant class of '69
East class of '72
Margie Mettenet
March 8, 2017
Playing with Marie on the UBU basketball team at the Huntsman Senior Games was a blast. It was a bit frustrating for her of late with her physical limitations, but she always had a smile. So glad that she can be free to run and jump again. She will be missed.
Holly Schelin
March 8, 2017
To Elaine and all the Green siblings... I was so sorry to read about Marie's passing. She lived a successful and wonderful life, and I know she will be missed. Gone too soon. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Holly (Williams) Schelin
March 8, 2017
I will miss seeing Marie at the Huntsman Senior Games. Always bright and cheerful.
Carolyn Fugal former Aggie team mate.
Wendy Smith
March 8, 2017
I will miss my dear friend Marie. Her life was an inspiration to all who knew her. I will never forget her final concert at Brighton high school. As we mourned the thought of loosing her, she just reached out in love to all who were there. Her sense of humor was delightful. Her friendship was sincere. I dearly love and cherish her.
My love goes out to her family. My husband and I are out of town and we will miss the funeral. I feel badly about that, but our thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Love, Wendy Wallace Smith
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