BORN

1944

DIED

2015

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Merrill Grinnell Funeral Homes

39 Geddes St

Holley, New York

Marsha VanOrden Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 25, 2015.

Marsha Ann VanOrden, 71, passed away on Wednesday, September 23rd. She passed while in Medina Memorial Hospital, after a short, but vigorous, fight with cancer. Daughter of Edward and Florence VanOrden. Beloved Mother of Michael Buzard, Jay Buzard (Leslie Jean) Timothy Buzard (Chris), and Lauri Buzard. Marsha is predeceased by her daughter, Virginia "Gin" Cortez (Soccorro) of Tyler, Texas. Virginia passed recently in April. She is also predeceased by her sons, James Buzard and David Buzard, parents Edward (Florence) VanOrden and sister, Carol (Charles) Buzard. She is survived by her siblings, Helen (Clifford) Denton, Charles (Peggy) VanOrden, Joyce (Albert) Witt, Phillip (Joanne) VanOrden, Frances (John) McIlmurray, Carl (son James) VanOrden, Kevin (Maryjane) VanOrden, and William (Gretchen) VanOrden. Also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, including a very special great granddaughter, Justice Buzard. Also survived by nieces, nephews and many friends. The family will be present at the Merrill-Grinell Funeral Home (HOLLEY CHAPEL) on Monday from 4:00 pm till 6:00, where a Memorial Service will be held at 6:00 pm. The burial will be held on Tuesday at 1:00 PM at Sandy Creek Cemetery, friends invited, please assemble at the cemetery.

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December 27, 2015

David Rushing

I just found out ! Marsha you were a good friend and I will miss you so much ! Now you can sit and talk to mom and annie all the time till we see you again ! Love and miss you !!!!
David Rushing

September 29, 2015

Diane, Fran McIlmurray and Miranda Shubert

September 28, 2015

CONNIE BISSELL

AUNT MARSHA YOU WILL BE MISSED BY MANY, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOUR FAMILY FOR PEACE AND COMFORT,

September 27, 2015

Amber Mesita

Te quiero mucho, abue linda

September 27, 2015

Diane McIlmurray

Miranda and I love you, and will miss you, Aunt Marsh. From sleepovers at your house when we were really little, to coffee visits at your house as an adult, your heart and home have always been open. You were funny, warm, and, above all, courageous.

My thoughts and prayers are with your children, grandchildren, great grands, and all of the members of our extended family. Xoxo

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