Marian Isabelle Harley

Marian Isabelle Harley was born on December 6, 1933 in Upper Marlboro, MD. She was the 3rd of 10 children that was born to Michael and Hester Butler. Marian grew up in Landover, MD and later married the love of her life, the late Mr. James W. Harley, Sr. on April 24, 1954. Marian was educated in Prince Georges County and later worked at the Prince Georges County Hospital until shortly after she was married. On Wednesday, July 29, 2015, Marian passes away at the University of Maryland Charles Regional Medical Center in La Plata, MD. Marian had 5 children Timothy D. Harley (Melissa), Carlos J. Harley, Debbie T. Proctor (Michael), Clayton D. Harley (Denise) and the late James W. Harley, Jr. Additionally, Marian is survived by 9 grandchildren; Timmy, Reva, Michon, Nicoletta (Freddy), Lauren, Jessica, Domenic “Nico”, Avery and Elijah and 2 great-grandchildren; Kinsey and Declan. Marian is also survived by 5 Brothers and 4 Sisters, along with several Brother and Sister In-Laws. Marian was always known as a kind-hearted and compassionate woman. She was a true animal lover and often times could be found feeding a stray cat or bringing something special home from the store just for them. Marian also loved country music and Conway Twitty was one of her favorite country singers. Marian kept up with the latest songs by listening to the top 100 countdown with Casey Kassem every Sunday morning as she prepared Sunday dinner. Marian loved to dance and was quite known for dancing in her younger days. Marian was also a fan of the soap operas; Young and the Restless and the Bold and the Beautiful along with the game show Wheel of Fortune which she watched faithfully with Daddy every day until his unexpected passing two years ago. Marian’s top priority was her family and she ensured that all of her children developed a good work ethic and kept the family unity together. If she was able to assist anyone in any small manner, she would always lend a hand. Back in 1959, she took care of her niece, Sheila Taylor, from birth until the age of 6 months. She did this to help her sister, Minerva so that she could accept a position out of state and not have to worry about caring for her daughter at the same time. No feat was too big for her when it came to family. Marian would take the time needed to help another and if she was unable to do so, she would assist that person in finding someone that could. Marian was also known in the community as the “go to” person and just about the 1st urgent care nurse in the neighborhood you saw before it was ever decided whether you should be seen by a doctor or not. During those times, money was tight and unless you really could afford to you didn’t just go to the Emergency Room. Marian often times could provide an assessment and remedy on the spot or provide care without you having to go to the doctor which saved a lot of money for those in the neighborhood. Marian was a no-nonsense type of woman and very much a straight shooter. If you didn’t like what she had to say, then it was best not to ask if you wanted the truth sugar coated. Marian kept in close contact with her siblings by phone, she may not have been physically around you everyday but she made sure you knew that she cared about you and that she knew what your interests were. Although she was mainly a homebody, her family especially her oldest son, James W. Harley, Jr. always made sure her and Daddy attended some type of family outing or went somewhere special every year. One of the best features about Mom was her infectious laugh. Our late Grandmother Lucy, who lived near my parents would often say, she knew when her son was home without calling because she could hear Mom laughing. Now they are all together having a grand old time in Heaven laughing and enjoying God’s work. A Mass of Cristian Burial was held on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Pomfret, MD with interment in the church cemetery. On-line condolences may be left at www.raymondfuneralservice.com.

Marian Isabelle Harley

December 6, 1933 - July 29, 2015