Marlene L. Bracey

3/10/1936 - 2/26/2011

Marlene L. Bracey, age 74, of Sheridan, passed away on Saturday, February 26, 2011 at Metron of Greenville with her family at her side. She was born on March 10, 1936 in Sheridan, the daughter of Elmer & Lillian (Hodges) Houghton.

On December 31, 1954, Marlene was married to Edward L. Bracey and together they have shared over 56 years of marriage.

Ed survives in addition to their children, Debra & Jerry Densmore of Rapid City, S. Dakota, Penny & Pat McLeod of Kentwood and Dennis & Lisa Bracey of Crystal plus 5 grandchildren, Amanda & Dan Larson, Meghan & Ian Grant, Amber & Eric Gall, Nicole Bracey and Jacob McLeod and 4 great grandchildren, Jackson, Ethan, Owen and Coen. In addition 1 sister, Elaine & Marvin Johnson of Sidney, 1 brother, Merlin Houghton & Judi Wilson of Stanton, 1 sister in law, Virginia Knepper of Sheridan and a brother in law and his wife, Richard & Helen Bracey of Sheridan.

She was preceded in death by her parents, a half sister, Elinor Staines and a half brother, Richard Houghton.

Marlene has been a lifelong resident of the Sheridan area. She drove bus for the Central Montcalm Schools for 30 years, retiring in 1996. She enjoyed golfing, bowling, camping and following her retirement, spending winters in Florida.
Funeral services will be held at the Simpson Family Funeral Home, Sheridan, on Wednesday, March 2, 2011 beginning at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Jamey Nichols officiating. Interment will be at the Evergreen Cemetery, Sheridan.

Visitation with the family will also be held at the funeral home on Tuesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 until 7:30 P.M.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial considerations to the Central Montcalm Community Foundation or Hospice. There will be envelopes available at the funeral home.

Condolences

A long, valiant fight is over..Marlene will always be remembered as the best bus driver in the world. Her smile will be missed. My prayers are with all of you.

Loie Simpson 2/28/2011

Dear Debbie, Jane just called and told me about your mom's passing. Know my thoughts are with you and your family. Love and Hugs, Bonnie Searles

bonnie searles 2/28/2011

My sincere thoughts and prayers to Ed and all of the family. Watching Marlene go was extremely difficult for everyone, but Ed was so strong and the love and dedication was remarkable. You are all good people. Take good care of yourselves. Sincerely, Jeanine

Jeanine smith 2/28/2011

Marlene will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Our deepest sympathies go out to all of you, you are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this time.

Alan & Nancy Blanding 3/1/2011

Ed we are so sorry for your loss. We know that Marlene is in a better place now and free from her dreadful disease. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Arnie & Pat Chapin 3/1/2011

EDD, Marlenes long hard battle is over. She is now at pease in the house of OUR LORD. She will be missed here on earth. Pease be with you also and know that you did a wondweful thing in caring for her Chuck & Diane Miller

Charles E. Miller 3/1/2011

Ed & family,our thoughts and prayers are with you. Norval & Mary Ellen Miller

Norval Miller 3/1/2011

Dear Debbie and family- So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Jane contacted me but I was out of the state at the time of the funeral. I was thinking of you on Wednesday! I wish I could of seen you! Love, Barbie

Barbie Scott Millard 3/6/2011