- Date Of Birth: November 9, 1943
- Date Of Death: February 17, 2021
- State: Maine
Marion Rathbone, beloved mother of four and “Nonna” of seven, died at home on February 17, 2021 following a brief illness. Marion was a tornado of emotion and love. Wherever she went,
she took a sincere interest in other people, regularly pulled life stories out of complete strangers, and made friends quickly and for life. She was unforgettable to all that were fortunate enough to cross her path.
Marion continued her education at Burdett College in Boston, graduating in 1964. Shortly after graduation, she met and married William David (David) Rathbone, making her a part of the large and warm Rathbone family. She and David settled in Annandale, Virginia and started their family, welcoming four children, Gregory, Jeffery, Michelle and Michael.
In Virginia, Marion began a long and successful career in medical records, working multiple jobs and long hours while also being an active supporter of her children’s schools and activities. This period of her life, which she always recalled as the happiest time, was sadly cut short by David’s premature death in 1983.
Marion chose to return to Maine with her four children and made Brunswick home. Marion was extremely proud to have supported all four of her children through Catholic school and college, including typing many papers along the way. Marion would often say she earned those diplomas and degrees, though none of the kids recall her being around at exam time. Marion worked at Maine Medical Center for 30 years, transitioning over her career from a transcriptionist to an expert in electronic medical records. She kept in touch with many friends from work after her retirement.
Marion was a true lover of animals.
