Marion Lee Buckles Stanley

She is survived by her daughter, Peggy Wilson and husband Tim; her granddaughters, Jennifer, Ashley, and Rachel; and grandson, Gabriel.

She was preceded in death by her son, Paul Howell in August 2017; husband, John Stanley in April 2008; great-grandson, Zachary Howell in May 2003; and daughter, Paula Howell in August 1980.

Born in Rogersville, Tennessee on May 31, 1939 to James W. Buckles and Martha. Marion spent her early years growing up on a farm. She graduated from Rogersville High School in 1957.

She met her husband in Maryland, at their mutual employer. They later married on July 3, 1978. In 1983 they moved to Arizona. Together they enjoyed bowling and traveled for tournaments.

Marion dedicated over 25 years working for General Dynamics, an aerospace and defense company. She built components that would be used by NASA.

She enjoyed classical and country music, crafting, playing solitaire and bejeweled on her computer. She had an immense love for animals, especially dogs. She spent countless hours watering and tending to her plants and garden.

Many would say she was feisty and had a witty sense of humor. She was a great listener, always offering her advice, and would lend a hand to anyone in need. She will be missed dearly and her home in Chandler is filled with a lifetime of memories with her family and friends.

A funeral service will be held at Valley of the Sun in Chandler on November 29, 2017 at 11:00am.