Born on February 6, 1934, in Rome, GA, to Farrell and Gussie (Bowers) Hutcherson, Marion graduated from Rome High School in 1952, played trumpet in the marching band, and captained the girls’ basketball team. She married David Sewell in 1955 and raised three children. Once they were in college, she went back to school and earned a business degree from Kennesaw State University in 1982. She entered management with her long-time employer, Georgia Kraft Company.
Marion loved the ocean and retired to Panama City Beach, where she lived for 20 years before returning to Georgia. She enjoyed being outdoors, especially working in her yard and walking on the beach. She had a smile for everyone and a gift for putting people at ease. Her independent spirit guided her throughout her life.
Marion is survived by her sister Pattie Hutto; her children David Jr (Shelley), Bob (Jackie), and Emily; eight grandchildren; more than 20 great grandchildren; nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held on Friday, April 9, 2021, at Daniel’s Funeral Home in Rome at 2:00 p.m.