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.
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
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
God Bless.
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.
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.