1932
2016
Marion C. Joplin, age 83 of Nickelsville, Va passed away on Friday, May 6, 2016 at Wellmont Holston Valley Hospital following a brief illness. He was born on July 10, 1932 in West Frankfort, IL. He retired after serving 21 years in the United States Air Force. He was a member of Nickelsville First Baptist Church; and also a member of American Legion Post 3/265. Marion enjoyed life to the fullest doing lots of traveling and spending time with family and friends. He was a member of Hilton Stars and Dixie Promenaders Square Dance Clubs and the Hill Country Campers Club.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Ellen Sherwood Joplin; son, Martin Joplin; sister, Joyce Cox; and two brothers, Harold Joplin, and Bill Joplin. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 34 years, Loretta Joplin of Nickelsville, VA; daughter, Susan Roberts of Minneapolis, MN; daughter-in-law, Audrey Joplin of Harlan, KY; two step-sons, Mike Lane (Brenda) of Nickelsville, VA, and Tim Lane of Asheville, NC; sister, Helen Hinman (Richard) of Zephyrhills, FL; brother, Donald Joplin (Joyce) of Christopher, IL; two granddaughters, Whitney Berry (Zach), and Katie Warner (Keith); two great grandchildren, Emery Kate Berry, and Hudson Miles Berry; several loving nieces, nephews; and a host of friends.
The family would like to send a special "Thank You" to all of their friends and family who were there for them during Marion's illness; and also the host of doctors and nurses for such great care and support. The family will receive friends on Monday, May 9, 2016 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm in the Chapel of East Lawn Funeral Home. Funeral services will begin at 8:00 pm immediately following the visitation with Pastor Steve Collins. Music will be provided by Nickelsville First Baptist Church Choir. There will be a Military Honor's Interment service on Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at 1:00 pm, at East Lawn Memorial Park in the Garden of the Good Shephard with Mike Lane, Tim Lane, Zach Berry, Keith Warner, Jeff Sutton, and Danny Dixon serving as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be members of the Hill County Campers Club. Military honors will be provided by American Legion Post 3/265.
The family requests that memorial contributions be made to Nickelsville First Baptist Church Cemetery Fund (11606 Nickelsville Hwy., Nickelsville, VA 24271)
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.eastlawnkingsport.com. East Lawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park has the honor of serving the family.
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May 9, 2016
Kim Sproles
Susan I am so sorry about the loss of your Dad. You are in my prayers.
May 9, 2016
Susan & family, so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and especially my prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. Mary Ellen Shipp Birdwell.
May 9, 2016
David Moake
His passing leaves a hole in my heart.Good Bye dear friend .
May 9, 2016
Diana Etherton
Loretta, are so sorry to hear of Marion's passing. Prayers for you and your family at this difficult time. Bob and Diana Etherton
May 9, 2016
Judy Owens
Loretta, I'm so sorry to know of your dear husband's passing. Prayers that our Lord will give you comfort and peace.
May 8, 2016
June Whetsel
Loretta, Charles & I are so very sorry to hear about Marion. May God's grace sustain you during this difficult time and the days to come. You are in our prayers.
May 8, 2016
Raymond D Stapleton
Our heart is broken Loretta, what else can we say but that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Ray & Saluda Stapleton and all your Cousins.
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