Marie went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the age of 100. She was born July 31, 1925, to Sadie and Luther Spain of Washington, NC.
She was a wonderful, caring, gracious, and loving Mom, Grandma, Great-grandma, Aunt, and Friend, and her love touched all who knew her.
Her love of God led her to teach Sunday School for over 50 years. Speaking out for her Lord was her signature trait, and lives were changed as a result. Her days often included singing hymns of her faith.
Marie was predeceased by the love of her life, Cecil, for 74 years. Left to cherish her memory are her son, Wayne Woolard (Susie), daughter, Phyllis Watkins (Ron – deceased); granddaughters, Karen Ramsey (Wayne), Valerie Davis (Jason), and Diana Brooks (Hunter); and great-grandchildren, Madison Bartlett (Brandon), Connor Ramsey, Sadie and Harper Davis, and Julia and Meredith Brooks.
The family will receive friends on Friday, June 19, 2026, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at Peninsula Funeral Home, with the funeral service following at 1:30 p.m. Following the service, burial will be held at Peninsula Memorial Park.
Arrangements are under the care of Peninsula Funeral Home, 11144 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601