Billie Marmalick

Billie was born on Aug. 25, 1929, in Gladstone, the daughter of the late William and Edythe (Pettit) Heslip. She was raised in Gladstone and was a 1947 graduate of Gladstone High School. On March 31, 1951, Billie was united in marriage to Anthony Marmalick and together the couple made their home, raised their family and spent many wonderful years together in Gladstone. Anthony preceded Billie in death on Feb. 6, 1998.

Billie was employed at the Gladstone High School for 22 years. She served as the Teamsters union steward for the secretaries and aides of Gladstone High for an impressive 20 years of her 22-year career. Billie was a member of Memorial United Methodist Church in Gladstone for more than 70 years and was a member of the church choir for 50 years. Additionally, Billie was a longtime member of Friends of the Library and Bay Sages. She served on the Gladstone Recreation Board and later on the board for the Gladstone Condo Association. She will be deeply missed by family and friends.

Survivors include: sons, William (Pauline) Marmalick and Tim (Julie) Marmalick; daughters, Toni (Bill) Marchese and Jeanne (David) Wescott; sisters, Patricia (Harland) Clark, Bette (Irving) DeRoeck and Jackie (Gary) Johnson; grandchildren, Clayton (Wendi), Devon, Jessica (Robert), Jim (Tianna), Erik(Maritza Hernandez), Michael, Jill (Aaron) and Jeff (Greta); 12 great-grandchildren; son-in-law, Jay (Jane) Robinson; special friends, Jane Leroux Evans, Bob Johnson and Charlie (Carole) Keene. Also surviving is Barb Harris of Gentle Hearts & Hands, who became Billie’s dear friend and made her final months extraordinary. Additionally, Billie’s many nieces and nephew also survive.

Billie was preceded in death by her parents, William and Edythe; her husband, Anthony; son, Jim; and daughter, Beth.

Family will receive friends on Tuesday from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Funeral services will follow visiting hours at 5 p.m. on Tuesday at Memorial United Methodist Church in Gladstone with Pastor Cathy Rafferty officiating. Luncheon will follow in the church fellowship hall. Billie will be laid to rest in the Gardens of Rest Cemetery in Wells. Billie’s family would like to extend a warm hearted thank you to UPHS Hospice for their exceptional care and kindness. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting with arrangements. Messages of condolence may be offered at www.skradskifuneralhomes.com