A Cook Lake resident since 1954, Marion C. Jolly, 81, passed away at 1:34 a.m. Wednesday, May 30, 2012 of a cancer related illness in Memorial Hospital, South Bend. As a Christian man he was a dedicated husband, supportive father, grandfather, helpful neighbor and friend to many.
Marion was born in Stillwell, Indiana on January 5, 1931, the only son of Merlin L. and Bertha A. (Hancock) Jolly and was joined by two sisters. In 1939 the family moved to Plymouth.
While attending West School, he met his high school sweetheart, Gladys E. Keel and together they graduated with the Class of 1951. On June 3rd of that year in Walkerton, Indiana they vowed to each other to remain together and experience the joys and sorrows of raising a family. This Sunday would mark their 61st wedding anniversary. They were blessed with six children: infant son Douglas who preceded in 1954, Ronald W. (Rebecca) Jolly of Arizona City, AZ, Terry A. (Sara) Jolly, Connie S. (Dennis) Smith, Thomas P. (Cathy) Jolly all of Plymouth and Robert L. Jolly who preceded in death in 2006. His wife Lisa also resides in Plymouth. The family grew to include seven grandsons, five granddaughters, three great-grandsons and three great-granddaughters.
Marion is also survived by his sister, Mary Jane (William) Saunders of Wala Wala, Washington. His parents and a sister Marjorie Bright and her spouse Chancey have also preceded him in death.
As a U.S. Army Veteran, Marion served his country during the Korean Conflict from 1951 – 1953.
His work experiences at Morris Lumber, Starcraft and Redman & Hawkins led to a solid career as owner and operator of Jolly & Sons Plumbing and Heating which he established in 1962 while continuing to work many years for the Young Door Co. Marion was dependable and relied upon by many loyal customers.
The only important membership for Marion was his church, Pretty Lake Trinity United Methodist, where he was an active volunteer and Trustee.
His greatest joy was family, which led to his next greatest joy fishing that more often than not included family trips to Minnesota and Canada. He enjoyed watching all sports and as Plymouth fans, he and Gladys were routinely at sporting events and various activities through the years. Marion was also able to travel all States of the Union except Alaska.
A time of sharing with the family will be held from 3 – 8 p.m. on Friday, June 1st in the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St. Plymouth. Funeral services will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday in the funeral home with Pastor Tamara Boggs and Rev. Charles Krieg officiating. Services will conclude at the New Oakhill Cemetery with Military Honors provided by members of the Plymouth American Legion Post 27, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Marshall County Post 1162 and the D.A.V.
Preferred are memorial gifts to the Pretty Lake Church, 8985 State Road 17, Plymouth, IN 46563
Jean Anderson says
Gladys and family, my heart goes out to you I am upholding you in my prayers, Jolly always made me smile and feel at home. Love Jean Anderson
Daniel Freeman says
The Jolly Family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. We are truely sorry for your lose, Marion will be missed in more ways then one.
From
Daniel Freeman and Lara Bachtel
Cheryl Freeman says
To the Jollys,
Sorry to hear about your lose, You will be in my prayers during your time of grieving. Marion was a good man and will truely be missed
From
Cheryl Freeman
cindy swango says
My heartfelt condolences to your family. Praying for healing of your hearts. God bless.
kari says
Mrs.Jolly,
So sorry to hear about Mr.Jolly passing,I know he was your best friend.I hope all the wonderful memories you have will help you through this difficult time.
Thinking of You,
Kari.
Kathy says
Tom, Cathy and Family,
We are so sorry about your loss and even though no words or expressions can take away the pain of losing your loved one our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time of sorrow. We had the pleasure of meeting Marion a couple of times in the past year and knew just from those few times that he was a wonderful, caring, loving man who was adored by all of his family. I\’m sure he will be greatly missed by all but hope that the numerous good memories you have of him will help you to get through these tough times.
John, Kathy, Mariah and Justin
Carol Foster says
Gladys,
Sending you and your family my sympathy in the loss of your husband.
Shirley A. Gidley says
I am so sorry that I cannot be there with you, but I am attending the graduation of Brian\’s son, Eanan.
Your father was such a nice gentleman and so loving of all of his family.
My thoughts, sympathy, anid condolences for your loss and know that we care.
Donna Ryan Kamp says
Gladys and family- I\’m so sorry to hear about Jolly. He was a wonderful classmate at West High and a good friend afterward. Because of my blindness, I won\’t be able to attend his services but know that I will be thinking of all the good times we\’ve had together over these many years. Gladys, when you feel able, I\’d love to get a call from you. Donna Ryan Kamp, Argos, IN
Melissa Splix says
So sorry for your loss. Jolly was always so friendly and nice to me and my siblings growing up.
Nennrth Klinedinst says
Sorry for your loss.
Nenneth Klinedinst
Dave Wickey says
Ron and family,
Very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grieving.
David & Jeannie Dunfee says
We are so sorry for the loss . We understand the hurt. All ours Prayers are with you.
Brenda Haskins says
Jolly family
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of such a quiet and smiling man. I will always have pleasant memories of fishing on the ridge and meeting all of you. You were such nice neighbors to Aunt Polly and Uncle Elz. whenever I would see Mr. jJolly, he would always smile but I am not sure he remembered me. he still smiled. I will always remember him as that kind of person. God bless you all.
Brenda Haskins
Jean Anderson says
Gladys and family, my heart goes out to you I am upholding you in my prayers, Jolly always made me smile and feel at home. Love Jean Anderson
Daniel Freeman says
The Jolly Family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to all of you. We are truely sorry for your lose, Marion will be missed in more ways then one.
From
Daniel Freeman and Lara Bachtel
Cheryl Freeman says
To the Jollys,
Sorry to hear about your lose, You will be in my prayers during your time of grieving. Marion was a good man and will truely be missed
From
Cheryl Freeman
cindy swango says
My heartfelt condolences to your family. Praying for healing of your hearts. God bless.
kari says
Mrs.Jolly,
So sorry to hear about Mr.Jolly passing,I know he was your best friend.I hope all the wonderful memories you have will help you through this difficult time.
Thinking of You,
Kari.
Kathy says
Tom, Cathy and Family,
We are so sorry about your loss and even though no words or expressions can take away the pain of losing your loved one our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time of sorrow. We had the pleasure of meeting Marion a couple of times in the past year and knew just from those few times that he was a wonderful, caring, loving man who was adored by all of his family. I\’m sure he will be greatly missed by all but hope that the numerous good memories you have of him will help you to get through these tough times.
John, Kathy, Mariah and Justin
Carol Foster says
Gladys,
Sending you and your family my sympathy in the loss of your husband.
Shirley A. Gidley says
I am so sorry that I cannot be there with you, but I am attending the graduation of Brian\’s son, Eanan.
Your father was such a nice gentleman and so loving of all of his family.
My thoughts, sympathy, anid condolences for your loss and know that we care.
Donna Ryan Kamp says
Gladys and family- I\’m so sorry to hear about Jolly. He was a wonderful classmate at West High and a good friend afterward. Because of my blindness, I won\’t be able to attend his services but know that I will be thinking of all the good times we\’ve had together over these many years. Gladys, when you feel able, I\’d love to get a call from you. Donna Ryan Kamp, Argos, IN
Melissa Splix says
So sorry for your loss. Jolly was always so friendly and nice to me and my siblings growing up.
Nennrth Klinedinst says
Sorry for your loss.
Nenneth Klinedinst
Dave Wickey says
Ron and family,
Very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grieving.
David & Jeannie Dunfee says
We are so sorry for the loss . We understand the hurt. All ours Prayers are with you.
Brenda Haskins says
Jolly family
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of such a quiet and smiling man. I will always have pleasant memories of fishing on the ridge and meeting all of you. You were such nice neighbors to Aunt Polly and Uncle Elz. whenever I would see Mr. jJolly, he would always smile but I am not sure he remembered me. he still smiled. I will always remember him as that kind of person. God bless you all.
Brenda Haskins