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Marian Huffman Obituary

Marian Ward Huffman, age 97. Beloved wife of the late Maurice Huffman, matriarch of the Rev. A. Wayman Ward family. Cherished mother of Jeanette Foreman-Cummings, Walter A. Cunningham III, and Marcella Jones. Devoted grandmother of Ghian Foreman, Javin Foreman, Marc Andre Cunningham, Temple Cunningham-Haywood, Walter A. Cunningham IV, Treasure Cunningham, Malaika Kebede, Nia Jones, and Kateri Jones. Sister to Mary W Brown (deceased) Jean W Patton, A. Wesley Ward, W. Wayman Ward (deceased). Active alumni Wilberforce Univ BA, attended Univ of Chicago, Roosevelt Univ MA. Social Worker, Special Education teacher, and devoted member and honoree of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Memorial service Sat. October, 18 2014, 12pm Bethel AME Church 4440 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60653.

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Published by Times Advocate from Oct. 7 to Oct. 10, 2014.

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Alethea Bonello

October 29, 2014

So blessed to have spent a wonderful time with this gracious woman and beloved matriarch. I extend my thoughts and prayers to Jeanette and the Foreman/Cummings family.

Stephen Bryant

October 16, 2014

Marcella,
Your Mom was a great lady and she will live on in spirit. Debbie, the boys and I want you to know that we are here for you during this time of sorrow and that we all love you very much.

October 12, 2014

Dear Family,
I was saddened to learn of your Mother's passing. She was a very kind, encouraging and lovely lady.
Peace and comfort to you in the days ahead.
Thea Johnson

Ottie Andre Bryant

October 11, 2014

Soror Jeanette:
Your Mom was a GREAT DELTA WOMAN. My life has been greatly enriched by knowing her.
God bless you and your family.

October 11, 2014

Seeing her smile and a "Hello, David" I'm so glad to see you.

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Memorial service

12:00 p.m.

Bethel AME Church

4440 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL

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