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Marjorie Ann McCombs Garland, 68, of Murphy passed away Tuesday, November 25, 2014 in an Asheville hospital. She was born in Knoxville, Tennessee, but had lived most of her life in Cherokee County. Mrs. Garland loved children and made her career working at Murphy Elementary School for 25 years. Prior to this, she was a nurse for ten years. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star Chapter No. 10 and the Murphy First Baptist Church. She loved her pets and enjoyed reading.

 

She was the daughter of the late Robert Dale and Marjorie Cooper McCombs.

 

Surviving are her husband of 51 years, Charles R. Garland; a daughter, Sherry Ann Garland of Murphy; and a son, Chuck Garland of Murphy.

 

No services are planned at this time.The family wishes for some private time to deal with their grief.

 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in memory of Marjorie Ann McCombs Garland to a charity of your choice.

 

Ivie Funeral Home, Murphy in charge of arrangements.

Comments  
#17 Greg & VIcky Beavers 2014-12-07 18:52
Greg & I are very sorry for your loss. Sending Prayers to the Family...
#16 Janis Patton 2014-12-07 09:32
Sherry, Chuck and Charles. I am so sorry for your loss.
Margie was also such a nice lady. I remember getting to know her when you and Kim started school together; Lifting prayers for you and your family
#15 Deanna Allen Hindman 2014-12-05 12:40
Charles, It was a shock to hear of Marjorie's passing and I am so sorry for your loss. I did not know her very well but after reading about her I realize that she must have been a an outstanding lady and I know you and the children were so proud of her. Thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
#14 Shannon 2014-12-02 18:56
Sending healing thoughts and prayers to you Sherry, Charles and Chuck. Mrs. Garland was always so sweet and one of my favorite teachers to see at Murphy Elementary when I went to school years ago and I worked with Charlie at Ingles for years. She always had a smile on her face and worked so well and was loved by the children whose life she was involved in at some point. May your hearts heal as long as it takes to do so and at your own time and know that she will be waiting for you with open arms again someday during a glorious reunion. God Bless and hugs. Shannon Dockery Greathead.
#13 Jeanette Hedrick 2014-12-02 18:37
Sherry,
I am so sorry for your loss. Margie was a valuable employee for many years of Cherokee County Schools. I was blessed to know her. May God be with you now and the days ahead.

Jeanette Hedrick
#12 Gloria Dockery 2014-11-30 20:52
Charles, Sherry, & Chuck, I am so very sorry for your loss. I can remember when I first started to work at MES. Your mother was so kind and helpful & she always had a smile. She will be missed by many.
God Bless.
#11 Linda May 2014-11-29 18:57
Sherry and Family, Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Linda May
#10 Wanda Arrowood 2014-11-29 11:34
Dear Family,
Please accept my condolences. Margie was a special person! She was witty and full of common sense. I was so lucky to have been able to work alongside her at Murphy Elementary. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
#9 Donna Ramsey Ware 2014-11-28 21:48
Charles, Sherry and Chuck:
I was so sorry to hear of Margie's passing. She was a very sweet lady. Many prayers for ya'll in the days ahead.
#8 Donna M 2014-11-27 15:55
Margie's strong personality and incredible sense of humor will be missed greatly.
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