Marcella Jane Sawinski
March 20, 1922 ~ December 17, 2012
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
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Marcella Jane Sawinski, 90, passed away on Monday, December 17, 2012 surrounded by her family.
Marcella was born on March 20, 1922 in St. Paul, MN. She married the love of her life, Robert F. Sawinski, on May 9, 1942. Marcella dedicated her life to her husband and children. Marcella and Robert would stun the masses on any dance floor with their beautiful dancing. They raised five children: Robert (Louisa) of Hawaii, Marcella Jane Nuckolls (Jim) of Alabama, Judy Ludwig (David) of Utah, Jodelle Schuhrke (Jerry) of Illinois, and Jill Calfee (Joe Sharpe) of Leicester which led to 9 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
Marcella loved their dog Bailey who always knew when she needed some tender care.
Marcella was preceded in death by her mother and father, Erva and George Cameron, sister Catherine Kenney, and brother George Cameron.
Visitation for friends and family will be on Thursday at The Basilica of St. Lawrence at 1:00 p.m. prior to the Memorial Mass at 2:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Marcella's name to Memory Care 100 Far Horizon Lane, Asheville, NC 28803.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
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Jill- Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your mom was such a classy lady. I know she will be missed. We will be thinking of you over the holidays and during this tough time.
So many memories. What a wonderful women. Marcy you will be remembered and missed by many. You were my second Mom and I love you. Rest in peace.
Praying for your family
Judy & Dave…Jim & I are sincerely sorry for your lose but your mom is now with God and no longer suffering. Take care of your dad and we know you will. With our sincere sympathy,Maureen & Jim.
Our prays are with you and she will be missed by all that knew her.
Jill and Tiff sorry for your loss. Prayers and thoughts are with you and your family?
Jill and Family- I am so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my prayers over the coming days.
Dear Jill, Bob and All of the Sawinski’s, I am so sorry to hear of your dear mother’s passing. I have many wonderful memories of her and your family when you would visit. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. All the best, Terry
What a great privilege to have met and enjoyed the company of Miss Marcy. May you dance through eternity knowing you leave a great heritage in your children and future generations. With great laughter, pranks, and zeal of life you will be remembered fondly.
Mr. Bob, Jill, Tiffany and family – THANK YOU for sharing this great love of your life!
Jill and Tiffany so sorry to hear of your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Bob, Jill, and Tiffany, I am so sorry for your loss. I have been your neighbor for many years, and I can never remember seeing Marcie when she didn’t have that beautiful smile. She could lift your spirit just by being in her presence. She was a lovely woman, and is in heaven now, dancing with the angels.
Tif, Josh,Jill,and wonderful husband, ‘Bob’ and little Holden. God is so good to take your precious mom and grandmother and wife home. She was one of the most gracious ladies that we ever met. She now has a new body in heaven. May you have peace and comfort in you spirit and souls.
Love and prayers.
Vic and Effie