Marianne Louise Angelo was born July 24, 1957, in Centralia, Wash. She passed away July 18, 2019, at Providence Centralia Hospital.
She attended Centralia schools. Marianne married Jay Whitehead and they had one child, Ian, who was later adopted by Joe Angelo. Ian had twin sons, Alex and Phoenix, who Marianne raised and loved dearly.
She was preceded in death by her father, Ben Crocker.
Marianne is survived by her son, Ian Angelo; mother, Loretta J. Schindler; stepfather, T. Joe Schindler; brother, Terry Crocker; sister, Jill Mohoric; and grandsons, Alex and Phoenix Angelo.
Marianne enjoyed gardening and caring for her flowers. Her hobby was creating one-of-a-kind Italian glass artworks from a simple rod of glass into multicolored works of varied designs, including items such as flowers, fish and small beads. Marianne’s love and gift for the craft was something she called G.I.A., or “God In Action.” She said, “I’m just a vessel.”
Marianne requested a casual outdoor living memorial barbecue, which was held about two weeks before her passing, with many friends and family attending. The family wants to thank everyone who sent flowers, brought food and donated money for the continuing care of her grandsons as well as all those who stayed with her day and night, she was never left alone to the very end. Marianne’s beloved dog, Bernie will remain with family.
Memorials for Alex and Phoenix’s education fund to be handled by her brother, Terry Crocker and nephew, Tim Crocker. Memorials can also be sent to Assured Hospice or American Cancer Society.
