of Harrison, AR
August 6, 1940 - October 8, 2012
Marilyn Frances (Morrison) Breece was born in Boone County, Arkansas on August 6, 1940, and died October 8, 2012. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hubert and Nettie (Adams) Morrison, brothers James and David Morrison and granddaughter Sidnee Smith.
Marilyn graduated Harrison High School, class of 1958 and served as Boone County Librarian for several years and later as Director for the Boone County Heritage Museum. Marilyn served one term on the Harrison City Council and was appointed by President Bill Clinton to the State Parks and Tourism Commission. She enjoyed writing stories about our Ozarks heritage which was printed in the Times. Marilyn was named the ''Best Free Lance Writer'' for small and medium sized daily newspapers by the Arkansas Press Association in 2008. Marilyn was named the Outstanding Woman for Boone County by the DAR in 2009. The ''Sons of the American Revolution'' awarded Marilyn the Martha Washington Medal for her service to that organization. She was a member of the Bergman United Methodist Church, a devoted wife, mother and grandmother.
Marilyn loved to travel and meet new friends, in recent years she had traveled much of the world and had made a host of new friends. She enjoyed feeding and viewing her song birds, she also enjoyed genealogy.
Marilyn is survived by her husband Jim Breece; children Susan Smith, Phil and wife Ruth Smith, Sam and wife Stephanie Smith and Jim and wife Amy Smith; sister Averil Davis; step-daughters Debra and husband Gary Koch, Johanna and husband Nelson Stephens and Rhonda Sita; grandchildren Paige Reid, Sammy Smith and Sadie Smith.
Visitation was Tuesday, October 9, 2012, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home.
Funeral service was Wednesday, October 10, 2012, at Roller-Christeson Funeral Home with Rev. Robert Shaddox and Rev. Dave Smith will be the officiating.
Burial was in York cemetery following the service.
Pallbearers were Chris Epps, Ernie Young, Carl Campbell, Mel Melhorn, David Blevins and Nelson Stephens.
Honorary pallbearers were Norman and Marlene Rowe, Zoe Epps, Daphene Haworth, Nita Gould, Clara Horton, Rose Horn, Shirley Gray, Dr. Tom Leslie, Paula Hamilton, members of Bergman UMC and BCHS and Todd Salmon.
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27 Condolence(s)
Jim and Joyce Wooliver
Monday, October 15, 2012
Joyce and I are so sad to hear of Marilyn's passing. She was one of the sweetest persons we have met, We remember when she opened the History Museum and took us on a tour on a Sunday when it was closed. That was the firs time we met her. She was truly a kind and thoughtful person. Her accomplishments and the positions she held as a resident of Harrison are truly remarkable. What a dedicated person she was. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jim.
Helene Hamm
Sunday, October 14, 2012
So very saddened to learn of Marilyn's passing, after such a courageous fight to overcome her illness. Such a sweet lady!. I will always remember when Jim and Marilyn came to visit me in CA. That meant a great deal to me My heartfelt prayers are with Jim and all of their family.
Jerry (Rock) and Sally Rochlin
Saturday, October 13, 2012
Jim,
With deepest sympathy for your loss. Marilyn was a very sweet person and we are glad that we had the pleasure of meeting her during our reunion in Virginia, Oct. 2004. We hope you can find solace in thinking of all the good happenings you both had together.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jerry (Rock) and Sally Rochlin
Terri wright
Friday, October 12, 2012
Marilyn was always there at the library when my son would pile up all his books he wanted to check for the week. She was always so kind to him. He was so small and had such a big pile of little books. She would see him coming and smile so big. She was a wonderful sweet spirited woman. We will miss her.
Kathi Jack Brisco
Friday, October 12, 2012
Love you, and will remember you always. Jack and Kathi Brisco
JC and Gail Davidson
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Jim:
Our deepest sympathy to you and family in the loss
of Marilyn. She was a breath of fresh air along with
many other talents. Her work for the community
is truly impressive.
Curtis & Marilyn Jarrett
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Have known Marilyn many years. She was a kind and caring person with many talents. She must have started her first job after graduation at Guynn's Garden and Flower Shop as in '59 when we married she helped with the flowers and setting for our wedding. I lost track of her and we met again when she was working at the museum. We really enjoyed her at our Davidson reunion and she will be truly missed. Jim, our sympathy is with you and the family. You were blessed to have had her even if for a short time. God has blessed us with good memories that we can always treasure.
Linda Wright
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Marilyn was a beautiful, special lady inside and out. She will be missed by all in more ways than one. She was a wonderful mother , wife and grandmother. My prayers and love go out to all her family and friends who will now have such a void in their lives. I especially want to send my love and condolences to Susan and Paige who have always been so very special to me. I hold your heart in my heart.
Charles & Lawana Hacker
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
We were sorry to hear about the death of our friend Marilyn. We had not seen her since the 50th year reunion in 2008. We are sorry we will not be able to attend the service. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Charles & Lawana Hacker
Kathie Newport (daughter of James Elbert Adams)
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
The family is in our thoughts and prayers. She will be missed greatly especially the closeness that she shared with Dad. During your times of sorrow always keep your eyes on the Lord and He will comfort and guide you on this daily walk.
Linda Ruff
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
What a vibrant person she was. She had a warm smile and a kind word for everyone. A person you wanted to know. She won't be forgotten.
LINDA(PHILLIPS) FERRON
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
MARILYN'S FAMILY,WHAT A WONDERFUL LADY SHE WAS.ALWAYS HAD SMILE,,SO BEAUTIFUL.MAY GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERYONE OF YOU.WE WILL ALL MISS HET
The Archer Family
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Jim,
Our family has you and your family in our thoughts. Marilyn was such a special person and it has been our pleasure to know her.
Mary Harrell
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
sorry, of you loss. my family loved Marilyn so much, she was always a good , kind loving lady, R.I.P
Jorjanna Robinson
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. Marilyn was a beautiful person inside and out, she will be missed.
Kathy Conway
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
So Sorry about Your Loss Jim of you wonderful Wife.
Marilyn was a great Lady. God Bless you and the kids and Grandkids. they will miss their mom and Grandmother a lot.
Donna Braymer
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Marilyn we will miss your special smile that always greeted us when you came into the newsroom.
Jerry Weddle
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Our condolences on the loss of a wonderful woman. You have our deepest sympathies on the loss of Marilyn.
David E. Blevins
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Marilyn was one of the kindest persons I have ever known. Jim, only time will lessen the pain of the loss of this truly remarkable lady. Please, accept my sincerest condolences.
Louis Melton
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
A Great Lady who will be Missed by Family and Friends
Marilyn Gardner
Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Marilyn and Jim were so gracious to Diane my daughter when visiting the Davidson Reunion and know many friends will miss her. Our hearts and prayers go out to the family of such a gracious lady. Thanks God for Marilyn and Jim in the lives they have touched.
Shalom and Love, Cousin Marilyn Gardner (Ted and Ella McWherter’s daughter)
Pauline (Wilcox) Reeves
Monday, October 8, 2012
Marilyn was such a sweet lady...She was friends with my parents and she was always so nice to me when I was a kid and would even talk to me when she would see me as an adult.. sympathy to the family
LaVonne Crawford
Monday, October 8, 2012
My heart and sympathy goes out to all the family. Marilyn was a very remarkable lady and she will be missed. We all loved her so much.
Mary Brock Hines
Monday, October 8, 2012
I pray God's grace on the family members as they say goodby to a wonderful lady and my good friend.
Jeanita Karnes
Monday, October 8, 2012
A wonderful aunt who was always so full of fun and laughter. Aunt Marilyn will always be remembered with love and smiles.
Jimmy Bryan Jones
Monday, October 8, 2012
Sorry to hear a great lady from the HHS Class of '58 has left us. Please receive our condolences, thoughts and prayers from an old acquaintence and friend from school days in Harrison.
Breanna Adams Faught
Monday, October 8, 2012
To Marilyn's Family,
She will be missed so much. What a wonderful woman /distant cousin who was filled with so much family history and knowledge. I use to enjoy my trips to Harrison to visit with Marilyn about the Adams Family history. I can see that beautiful smile and hear that funny laugh as she would tell some great stories.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time!
Breanna Adams Faught
(daughter of cousin Lawrence Dale Adams)