Sylvester Marshall
Age - 81
December 5, 2023
ObituarySylvester Theodore Marshall, 81, transitioned from this life on December 3, 2023 in Henderson, North Carolina. He was better known as "Frog". He was born in Charlotte County, Virginia on December 31, 1941 to the late Willie A Marshall and Marjorie Evans Marshall. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his older sister Aretha Marshall, his nephew Marvin Marshall, and his devoted first wife of forty-three years, Bertha Lee Marshall. At an early age, Sylvester was baptized and joined Nazareth Baptist Church. He attended schools in Charlotte County, graduating from Central High School in 1960. He moved to New Jersey where he worked various jobs, before dutifully serving in the US Army. He was honorably discharged, earning medals and badges, including National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and a Sharpshooter Badge. Sylvester met and married his first wife, Bertha Lee Webster and had one daughter. He worked his way up the ranks at United Parcel Services, retiring as a supervisor after many decades of employment. Sylvester enjoyed his retirement, moving back home to Virginia. He was an active Church member and served as a former Trustee and as a member on the Men's Committee. He remained a faithful member of the congregation. Sylvester found love again when he met and married his second wife, Delores Brown Noel and joined her family. He was a very positive person who took care of things that needed to be done. He loved hunting, fishing, owning multiple cars, having cookouts, discussing politics and sports, going to the casino, and playing the lottery. He enjoyed socializing with friends and family, telling stories about his life. He was always there to provide support with whatever anyone needed. He was a very devoted, supportive, and generous person to his family and friends. Sylvester leaves behind a loving wife of over ten years, Delores Noel Marshall of Henderson, NC; a caring daughter Jacinda Marshall (Donna) of San Francisco, CA; a devoted sister Ruth Marshall of Brookneal, VA; a loyal brother William Marshall (Doris) of Nathalie, VA; five step-children: Valerie Burney (Ted) of Henderson, NC, Artie Noel (Debbie) of NJ, Delores Yvette Noel (Larry) of Henderson, NC, Jeanette Noel (Dawud) of Creedmoor, NC, and Lamont Noel (Lorelei) of Henderson, NC; nine step-grandchildren, five step-great grandchildren; one aunt Isabel Evans of Charlotte Court House, VA; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who all cherished their time with him. He will be missed by all who had the honor of knowing him. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Sylvester Theodore Marshall, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.Show more
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