My sweet Soul Sister, I miss you so much and think of you daily! How I wish you were here right now as I struggle through recovering from a fall much like yours. You will forever be the role model and rock in my life. I love you!

Jean MaDan 











I still miss you every single day, my Soul Sister! So often I start to say "Marianne is gonna just LOVE this..." and then remember that you aren't here to share with. Love you. 

Jean 

Still missing you Marianne...all the stashbusters do as well...you soldiered on long after many would have given up ..rest easy now...

I'm months late in switching over from Yahoo Groups and see just now that Marianne  died.  I join with the other online posters that hadn't met her but want to offer condolences.  I'm probably the farthest afield, in Athens Greece, but opening my mail each day, I'd read her long, intimate posts first and felt that I knew her. To this day, when I'm cleaning house I think of her isnsistence that you do the work when it can be observed and appreciated:)

Marianne has been like a sister to me since we first became acquainted. We even referred to each other as "soul sisters" because we were so much alike.  Tomorrow being her birthday is difficult for me, because we ALWAYS made a point of celebrating those things with each other. I keep looking at the quilt I had started making for her and I know she loves it, even though I didn't get to send it to her.  I will always miss her. 

My deepest condolences to Marianne's family. Even though we never met in real life, her words to me and to the rest of the online Stashbusters group still resonate. She was an inspiration to so many people, and her larger than life personality is missed every day. May  you rest in strength and power, Marianne!

Marianne was my first cousin. Even though we never lived close to each other we got to know each other through her sister Michele who planned a visit in Florida when we reconnected. From that point we always kept in touch. We vacationed together in Florida, California, New Orleans, Savannah GA and Alexandria Va at her home. She loved her family at the highest level one could love someone. Her immediate family is very special. I loved all the family stories she shared of our family. I loved her cooking. And she was one of the smartest and worldly people that I have known. I speak for my husband Jack as well who has always said he could talk with Marianne for hours and hours.  That we will miss. Our deepest sympathy to her family. So very hard to lose such a remarkable person. 

I knew Marianne as a vital active member of Mt Vernon QU.   She was whip sharp  on the bylaws and budgets.  Prolific with her quilts at our Show and Tell.  She never came to bees without spreading quilting goodies  on the table to share.  there was hardly a new product she didn't try.  She was a quilt collector at one time for our big QU show.  I remember her propelling her wheelchair loaded with quilts across the parking lot her hand waving with "I'm fine".It is comforting to know she had cyber quilt friends when  attending our meetings became too hard.  She had always given everything her all--riding her 3 wheel bike, school volunteering, offering friendship.  I miss her.

Condolences to Marianne's family.  Marianne and I were members of an online quilting group, and of a local quilt guild.  While we had emailed each other for almost a decade, we only met in person this February at the Hampton quilt show where I found her to be as delightful in person as she was online.  She was so generous, helpful, bluntly honest, and set such an example with her spunk and perseverance, not to mention her prolific quilting.  Over the years, as she offered so much guidance for quilting, and wisdom and humor, she also shared her intense love of and pride in her sons and grandchildren and often sang the praises of her husband for all of the support that he had provided to her as she struggled with mobility and continued with her creative activities. Our hearts reach out to you as you lean on each other and on your memories during this sad time.

I never met Marianne,only knew her thru the Stashbusters group, but I was saddened to learn of her passing. She always seemed to  bounce back from all her troubles. My condolences to the family.

I was saddened to hear of Marianne’s passing. I’m another quilter friend, but also a neighbor who shared many memorable times with Marianne. Marianne was such a giver. I think she’d give you the shirt off her back if you needed it. She will be missed.

An online friend through Stashbusher, we shared many emails, and she shared some fabric with me. I was one of her sub  :contractors.
 We all scanned our emails for her posts and read them first. 
Her wit and wisdom was always so enjoyable to read. To know that she is out of pain makes it easier for me to let go of her physical self and keep all of her words, and wisdom with me always
Gladys Wahl
In Iowa

My condolences to all Marianne's family and friends.  Marianne's passing left a huge hole in my heart.  I never met her in person, but we were online friends.  Whenever I had a quilting problem, she had an answer.  It always amazed me that she kept her sense of humor, even though much of her life was a physical struggle.  She loved her family more than anything.  She also loved quilting, and frequently mentioned her stash that was the size of Montana, and how she dealt with the guild's charity stash when she was in charge of the charity quilting.  The last few years, she would always remind us that you are never promised tomorrow.  Rest in peace, my friend.  You are so missed by so many.

Like so many others, I knew Marianne through our online Stashbusters quilting group. She was an inspiration to us all, a cheerleader extraordinaire, and her love for her family was boundless. 
Please know that this group of quilters holds you all in our prayers. 
RIP,  Marianne,  you will be greatly missed. 

Like many others, she was a dear Stashbusters member.  Never a dull moment with her posts. Her personal notes to us as individuals were touching.
She loved you all deeply, family. May your memories be sweet. 

My condolences to the family--I only knew Marianne online from Stashbusters, but she was a force!  We will miss her terribly as well.  My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

I knew Marianne through the on-line Stashbusters quilting group. She was so motivating not only in her quilting but also in how she dealt with her physical issues. She will be missed by many of us who loved reading her posts. And her mantra—we aren’t promised tomorrow. My deepest sympathies to her family. Rest In Peace Marianne. 

Like many others, I never met Marianne in person but only knew her through our online Stashbusters group. My heart has been so saddened by the loss of Marianne to our group, where she has been such a foundational contributor and such a great example in so many ways to us all. I will miss her greatly but my sympathies and my prayers are most especially for you as family members who are suffering the greatest loss of all. May you experience peace amidst your grief as you mourn such a great lady.

I only knew Marianne as an online friend on Stashbusters.   I will miss seeing her posts.   She was warm, friendly,  chatty, and always willing to help anyone in need.  She was a prolific quilter and very creative!  My  condolences to her family.  

Marianne was a treasure to the world!  I’ve read many of the memories written here thus far and want you to know there are hundreds more that she has touched in some way if not thousands.  What a wonderful beautiful spirit.  I will truly miss her.  

I can echo the deep love she held for her family.  I hope the words left here by everyone brings you some comfort in your loss.

I didn't know Marianne personally but I knew her thru the online quilt group "Stashbusters".  Marianne's wit and wisdom shone through each time she posted anything about quilting and about life.  She will be missed greatly.

Marianne was a determined quilter and an amazing online friend. From opposite sides of the country we joined hands in our quest to use our stash. Her edgy wit and thoughtful insight were a bright spot in my day. She will be greatly missed by all who's lives she touched from afar.

I did not know Marianne in real life, but she was a valued and loved long-distance friend through the Stashbusters online quilting group. We corresponded often by email and through the group. I loved her never-give-up attitude, her occasional crankiness, her generosity, her zest for life despite all her physical limitations. She was (and continues to be) an inspiration. I am two days older than Marianne, and I am reminded of her mantra: We are not promised tomorrow. My deeply felt condolences to her family.

My deepest sympathy to Dick and the family.  May God hold you up as you grieve the loss of your Beloved Wife, Mom, Grandma.  Marianne is one of the strongest women I've ever known.  I knew her via email as we had many deep conversations about family, her health and quilting.  Marianne could overcome almost anything with her determination and her wit.   A woman to be admired.  May the memories carry you through the coming days.  

I got to know Marianne in the online Stashbusters quilting group. Her posts were a delight -- on-topic and off-topic.  Exactly a year ago I met her in person when I was in the DC area.  It was such a great day!   (And I got to see her stash: "the size of Montana.") May her memory be a blessing to all who loved and were loved by her.

so many things i could choose...but as quilters we were like minded and online friends from the start many years ago....only recently was i able to meet in person  pursuing our mutual passion for all things quilting.  her generosity and kindness not just to me but to everyone she held in esteem was boundless.  her inner strength and determination in the face of so many physical obstacles always astounded me.   the love for her family and her precious grandchildren gave her the energy to face each and every difficult day...her wit and wisdom will be greatly missed....my sympathies to all of her family...

I am heartbroken that my sister, Marianne Urban, passed away. She was my big sis that was always there for me no matter what. Words cannot describe how much I will miss her.  She loved her family with fierce passion. She also loved quilting.  And Table Talk diner! We went to Sedona years ago and she also fell in love with the beautiful red rocks.  Memories and love never die.  With love, Michele

 Marianne was a very colorful person. She often jumped in to tell  us how to fix our mistakes , or how to do something we have asked about on cyber quilters.  I could never figure out how she did so much when she was not feeling great. Marianne will  surely be missed by a  large  number of people.
My condolences to her  loved ones.

Bee Williams

So sorry for your loss.  I knew Marianne through Cyberquilters online and did meet her once at the MidAtlantic Quilt Show in Hampton.  Her posts online were such a joy to read and she always gave such good advice with a wonderful sense of humor.
Her love for her family, especially her grandchildren, was so evident in her posts.  May your memories of Marianne bring you comfort.

I am  very sad to hear about her passing and  so very sorry for you loss. Marianne was a wonderful person,  and a good friend of mine for years. She and I went to many quilt retreats in Pennsylvania at the same time,plus we were on many quilt groups on line together too. My thoughts and prayers are going out to all the family.
   Heaven gained a beautiful loving and caring Angel. ,
Carol Morgan in Marydel, Delaware

Will miss Marianne so much .   Was a cyber friend in her group.   She always found ways to lift everyones spirits.  Will miss her so much.  Wish I could tell you it gets easier but you will always miss her and her love for all of you.   

Hold those grand babies tight and always tell them how much she loved them.  They were always a light at the end of the tunnel for her. 

Judy Sovereign

My heart goes out to all of you, Marianne sure went through a lot in her life but she gave so much more to all of us on cyberquilters list.  I loved hearing her stories, her sense of humour was refreshing.  She will be greatly missed and I only wish I had been able to bring her the joy she gave the rest of us.  She taught us a  lot about quilting, and about humility.  May God grant you peace and healing.

I am so very sorry for your loss.

I fell in love with Marianne on a quilt list.   We both shared a love for 30s fabric.  Of course only one of us had a stash the size of Montana.    I loved her wit and wisdom and sass.  It saddens me deeply to know I will never again see one of her long posts.  

I know her family loved her first and best.  Our online relationship made us cyber buddies.  I will attempt to sew like the wind the way she did.  She was kind and charitable with her time and work.  I shall miss her for the rest of my life. 

May your yesterday memories help you deal with the pain of today and lead you to a more peaceful tomorrow.

Joyce from AZ - a total stranger who never met her, yet called her friend. 

Marianne was a quilting friend by email [That is like pen-pals used to be.] She was always thoughtful and kind to other members of the group and her quilting advice was always right on the money. 
We want you to know that she was loved the world over for her cheerful helpful generous ways.  Every stitch she took was a sign of love and a prayer for her family. 

OBITUARIO

Marianne Dolores Urban

4 agosto, 1945 – 23 junio, 2020

Demaine Funeral Home

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