Marcia "Marcie" Wolman

4/29/1928 - 10/22/2022

West Hartford - Marcia Wolman, "Marcie," as she was affectionately known, passed away peacefully Oct. 22, 2022, at the age of 94, surrounded by her loving family. Born April 29, 1928, she was the beloved mother of Len (Robyn), Mark (Julie), Felicia (Ian) and Sharon (Brian); grandmother to more than 12 beloved grandchildren: Nici (Shragi), Nathan (Debra), Michael (Rachel), Liora (Brett), Jaimie (Russell), Howard (Chen), Natana (Jonny), Ryan (Deena), Natasha, Gabe, Lian and Ariella; and seven great-grandchildren: Yonatan, Naftali, Faye, Eitan, Libby, Leo and Ronni.

Marcie was born in South Africa, and emigrated from Johannesburg to Waterford, where she lived for 30 years, until she moved to The McAuley, West Hartford, four years ago. Marcie lived with admirable enthusiasm until the very end. Two of Marcie's mottos were "Walk out the door! You never know what adventures await you;" and "If you're invited somewhere, say yes."

As a young adult, Marcie worked as an admin assistant, and at the age of 19, she joined the "Machal movement" to volunteer in the 1948 Israeli War of Independence. On a return visit to South Africa, she met her husband Naty Wolman (z"l) and settled into a farming life in South Africa, where in partnership, they successfully managed several businesses: a farm, liquor store and camp-ground known as "The Rocks." "The Rocks" became a popular destination for campers, school groups and educational retreats. They, together, created a warm, loving hospitable home, constantly filled with visiting family members and friends.

At the age of 61, Marcie started building a new, busy life in Waterford. She worked at the Jewish Federation of South Eastern Connecticut, and loved being part of the center of the Jewish community. She was a key welcoming person for the many immigrant families who arrived in the community at the time. Marcie enjoyed attending Shabbat services at Beth El, New London, and was a lifelong member of Hadassah.

Marcie embraced her time at The McAuley, and in a short time, she made sincere and meaningful friendships with the residents and staff. Marcie was always on the go, attending movies, theater, musical performances, writing workshops, educational seminars and social events. She was famous for recruiting others, young and old, to join her. She was a voracious reader, always interested in peoples' life stories - her favorite books were biographies. She enjoyed connecting and talking to people, ensuring that newcomers were welcomed "into the circle." Marcie was an exceptional baker. She loved playing Bridge, word games and gathering regularly with her beloved children and grandchildren to play Banagrams.

She was an adventurous world traveler, and her annual visits to spend time with her daughter Felicia and her family in Perth, Australia, provided the opportunity to take in many additional destinations along the way. She visited Israel as often as she could as her passion and love for the country never waned.

Marcie will be deeply and sadly missed by her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, sister-in-law, nieces, nephews and friends who are spread throughout the world. She touched and influenced many lives.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Robert Dicks and the medical team, as well as Bernadette Morgan, her dedicated caregiver and friend, for all of the love and support.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jewish Federation of Southeastern CT, Hadassah or a charity of your choice. Funeral to be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 23, at Beth El Cemetery, 50 Lestertown Road, Groton. To sign the guest book, share a memory or for directions, please visit www.Byles.com.