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Obituary for MARSH


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Friday February 18, 2011

Margaret Ann Marsh, 82, died peacefully February 13, 2011. Margaret affectionately known as "Peggy" was born in Grove City, PA to James and Effie Dye. In 1968 she and her late husband, Dr. Dean Marsh relocated their family to Belen where they raised their family. They were married for over 50 years and both were very active in the community. She is survived by her four children; Bradley Marsh and wife Lisa, Gayle Marsh and partner Robyn Schmidt, Brian Marsh and wife Kelly, Todd Marsh and wife Tonya; six grandchildren; grandsons, Curtis, Justin, Derek, Dean, Cory Marsh; granddaughter, Chelsea Marsh. Peggy was blessed with an extended family of nieces, nephews and "adopted" children who loved her. Peggy was involved in many local organizations and was devoted member of St. Phillips Episcopal Church. She was also a proud member of The Order of Eastern Star, Jessamine Chapter #45, having served faithfully for over 40 years. She had many interests but simply her greatest joy was her family always giving freely of her time and rejoiced in helping others. She was deeply loved and will be missed. A Celebration of Life service will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 19, 2011 at Bethlehem #56 Lodge, 607 Goebel Avenue, Belen, NM. Interment will follow services. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to St. Phillips Episcopal Church, P.O. Box 1096, Belen, NM 87002 or to E.S.T.A.R.L. scholarship fund in care of Jessamine Chapter #45, 607 Goebel Avenue, Belen, NM. or donor's preference. To view funeral information or leave condolences please visit www.danielsfuneral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services Sara Road Chapel 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 505-892-9920