Marion Cecilia Garner, 91, of Hollywood, MD passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2015 in Hollywood, MD, surrounded by her loving family. Born on September 5, 1923 in Hollywood, MD she is the daughter of the late Philip Paul Clarke and Helen Marie Norris.

Marion married her beloved husband, Thomas Irvin Garner. Together, they enjoyed 42 wonderful years of marriage before his passing in December 1984. She had a flair for style and enjoyed decorating homes. She often assisted her husband, who was a home builder, in designing the new homes. Her house was impeccable, and she took great pride in keeping it cleaned and decorated. She dressed very fashionable and cut her own hair with great precision for over 42 years. She enjoyed dancing, taking daily walks, camping and her flower garden.

She was an excellent cook, and hosted regular family dinners. She enjoyed food and believed it was a good way to bring everyone together. She was known for her homemade brownies. Her family was her pride and joy, and she loved to spend her time with them. She found particular pleasure in telling stories about her children's childhoods. She made sure to pray for them on a daily basis. She was a devoted Catholic with a strong faith. She was a lifelong member of St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church in Hollywood, MD.

Marion is survived by her loving children: Tommy Garner (Carol) of Hollywood, MD, Charles Garner (Millie) of Hollywood, MD, Lynn Lancaster (David) of Hollywood, MD, Jimmy Garner (Cathy) of Hollywood, MD, Gary Garner (Kelli) of Hollywood, MD, Donna Hurley (John) of Hollywood, MD, Debbie Norris of Hollywood, MD, Beverly Bowles (Allan) of Hollywood, MD and Kent Garner (John) of San Diego, CA; her siblings, William Bernard Clarke of Hollywood, MD, Lucy Ada Krug of Laurel, MD; 26 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents and husband she is also preceded in death by her siblings, Thelma Abell, Philip Clarke, Helen Marie Krug; her son-in-law, Bernie Norris; and her grandson, James Bacon.

Family will receive friends on Monday, June 22, 2015 from 5 to 8 p.m., with a Prayer Service and Rosary at 7 p.m., at Brinsfield Funeral Home, 22955 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown, MD 20650. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Tuesday, June 23, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. celebrated by Rev. Raymond Schmidt at St. John Francis Regis Catholic Church, 43927 St. John's Road, Hollywood, MD 20636. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers will be Troy Garner, Robbie Norris, Krystie Fluery and Allan Bowles. Honorary pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Memorial Contributions may be made to Hospice of St. Mary's, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Arrangements by the Brinsfield Funeral Home, P.A.