OBITUARY
Nancy Lou Marley
May 15, 1935 – January 29, 2021
Nancy Marley passed away Friday morning on January 29, 2021 at The Waters of Lebanon nursing home in Lebanon Indiana. She was 85 years old, having been born on May 15, 1935. Her passing was the result of her battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Doyle, her husband of 68 years, was with her. She was also survived by all four of her children (Steve, Tami, Eugene, and Bryce). Nancy was a loving wife and mother. She cared deeply for her family and the many friends she and Doyle made during the years they operated their Terra Cotta Limited store in Columbus Indiana.
Private entombment will be at Garland Brook Mausoleum. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.myers-reed.com.
Myers~Reed Chapel on 25th Street is assisting the Marley family.
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Services
No Services, Private Entombment
Memories
Nancy Lou Marley
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ADD A MEMORYValerie Rader
February 7, 2021
I’m so sorry to hear that Nancy has passed away. I haven’t seen her in quite some time but I enjoyed caring for her and Doyle at Dr Herrbergs office.. What a dear kind woman she was. Doyle I’m so sorry for your loss....
Randy Brodfuehrer
February 4, 2021
So sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Marley you are a great inspiration to me. Every time I came to serve communion, you were always dutifully sitting by Mrs. Marley’s side. Your patience and devotion Is an example to all of us of how true love is.
Thanks for sharing stories with me.
To Steve and the rest of the family, my thoughts and prayers to you all.
Karen Kern Grindstaff
February 3, 2021
Almost never at a loss for words, I find it difficult to vocalize my grief. Lost in memories thru the years of the wonderful, kind Aunt that I adored and was blessed to be related too. I will forever cherish the love she showed, the laughter we shared, and how she always made me feel special. Heartfelt condolences to my cousins & Uncle Doyle...
Robert Kern
February 3, 2021
Although expected, my soul groaned to learn of aunt Nancy's passing. She always treated me as one of her own and the bond between her and my father was unbreakable.
I have many great memories of her from our multiple visits during childhood, holidays and family reunions together, times at Terra Cotta, and so on.
One of my most recent favorites was going to Old Union Christian Church in Fayetteville, Indiana with Doyle and my wife Jackie in 2013 to visit the graves of Abraham and Susanna Kern, my 3x and her 2x great grandparents.
As was the case when my father passed away, a quote comes to mind: "With the death of every friend I have loved, a part of me has been buried. But their contributions to my strength and happiness remain to sustain me in an altered world." --Helen Keller
Gordon & Lucy Trueblood
February 3, 2021
Our deepest sympathy for Doyle & family.
Nancy Johnson
February 2, 2021
Nancy & Doyle were mine and Sandys' neighbors. They were such a loving pair who always had time to invite us in for a chat. The times that Doyle needed us to drive up with him and Nancy to his eye doctor was full of laughter and Doyles stories of years past. When they left our neighborhood we tried several times to visit them but as time went on it seemed that our once familiar faces were no longer recognizable. They will always be remembered in our hearts as the folks who made our neighborhood a brighter and good place to live.
My love to the family.
Laurel Weddle
February 2, 2021
I met Nancy when she and Doyle opened Terra Cotta. I loved that shop!! It was so unique. Nancy and Doyle were always so kind and caring to everyone. I’m so sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. My prayers are for her family.
Laurel Weddle
Nancy Love
February 2, 2021
Doyle and family,
I have fond memories of the time I worked at your store with
you and Nancy .
Have missed you.
With sympathy,
Nancy Love
Barb Parker
February 2, 2021
I was sadden to read about Nancy’s passing in this morning’s Republic. It was such a delight to visit with her while shopping at Terra Cotta. The memory of her is forever in my home as I look at all the wonderful items we bought over the years. It took us forever to find good coffee beans locally after the shop closed.
Absolutely no surprise to read that Doyle was there by her side throughout her illness and in her passing. Their relationship will always be a loving example for the rest of us.
Rest In Peace, Nancy.
Charolette Mahoney
February 2, 2021
I knew Nancy from working with her in the 2 year old Sunday School class at First Christian Church, a very long time ago. She was always a sweet and caring person. I always enjoyed shopping at Terra Cotta to have a short visit with her. My condolences to her family. Charolette Mahoney
David and Wilma Doup
February 2, 2021
Many Prayers and Blessings for all of the Marley Family and Thank You for the Wonderful Memories that your family has created for all of us to cherish.
MARY MOORE
February 2, 2021
Doyle and Family--So very sorry to hear of the passing of Nancy. She was such a lovely lady and always took such an interest in the person she was talking to. She was a very giving and kind person and will be missed. I always loved going to your store and I believe 1/2 of my house has beautiful things from there. I always think of her when I look at these things. They were so unique! Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Virginia, Julie, Steve, and Amy also send their condolences.
Mary Echsner Moore
Kent Witte
February 2, 2021
Many pleasant memories with Nancy and Doyle at Terra cots while sharing tea and shopping a treasure d memory I remember them both with love.
Deana Perry
February 2, 2021
Your mom was the most kind and sweet lady. My Dad and mom (Dean and Ollie Jackson) thought the world of your parents. Hugs for all of you.