Marie DeHaven Prosser

Date of Death: April 13, 2020

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Shenandoah Memorial Park
Winchester, Virginia

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Memorial contributions may be made to:

Burnt Presbyterian Church Scholarship Fund
168 Burnt Church Road
Winchester, Virginia 22603

Marie DeHaven Prosser, age 101, of Winchester, VA passed away on Monday, April 13, 2020, at The Willows at Meadow Branch.

Marie was born in 1918 in Cherry Run, WV, daughter of the late Isaac L. and Esther L. DeHaven. She graduated from Oldtown High School, Oldtown, MD and Strayer College, Washington, DC. Later in life she graduated from Shenandoah University in Winchester. In 1941 she married Cortland R. Prosser, who retired as a Captain in the U.S. Army and, subsequently, preceded her in death in 1978.

Marie worked for the federal government during WWII and later for USAIC and FEMA near Winchester until her retirement in 1978. She was extremely proud of her government service. Marie traveled extensively during her life, living in Okinawa, France, and throughout the United States.

Surviving is her son, John R. Prosser and his wife, Shirley; granddaughter, Tracy L. Prosser and her husband, Grover of Cobden, IL; grandson, H. Reed Prosser and his wife, Claire; and two great grandchildren, Anna and Jack all of Winchester. She deeply loved her family.

A private graveside service will be conducted at Shenandoah Memorial Park, Winchester, Virginia.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Marie’s memory to Burnt Presbyterian Church Scholarship Fund, 168 Burnt Church Road, Winchester, VA 22603.

Mary Ellen (DeHaven) Largent

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Private Graveside Service
Shenandoah Memorial Park
Winchester, Virginia

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Burnt Presbyterian Church Scholarship Fund
168 Burnt Church Road
Winchester, Virginia 22603

Marie DeHaven Prosser, age 101, of Winchester, VA passed away on Monday, April 13, 2020, at The Willows at Meadow Branch. Marie was born in 1918 in Cherry Run, WV, daughter of the late Isaac L. and Esther L. DeHaven. She graduated from Oldtown High School, Oldtown, MD and Strayer College, Washington, DC. Later inContinue Reading

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Miss Marie... you will always be remembered by your smile...your cheerful hello's everyday. She displayed such grace and elegance. Always so pleasant and warm towards everyone. It was an honor getting to spend time with you over the last five years...You are missed. ... I know you're in God's Kingdom and basking in HIS glory!

My condolences to all the family. I did not know Marie, but my late husband Jim Harmon, always spoke of Reed fondly, and the wonderful times they all had at James Wood High School. I will keep you in my prayers, and thank God for the legacy Marie has given her family.

There aren't enough words to describe my friend, Marie Prosser. She was one of the most gracious ladies I ever knew and displayed grace in every situation she encountered. She was a mentor to me when I was growing up and even in later years when we both worked for the government. She was the oldest member of Burnt Presbyterian Church and we presented her with a certificate denoting that landmark. Fly with the angels, Marie. You have gotten your wings.

We are very sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Chuck, Sue, and Chuckie Earley

To the Prossers, we send our deepest sympathies. I was privileged to volunteer with Marie in the Tax Aide program in the early 1990s.

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Sending love and prayers. Marie will be deeply missed. I always enjoyed spending time with her and hearing her stories of the DeHaven family.

Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you.

The Thomson family sends our best wishes to John and the family. Paul and Anna Thomson.

To Marie's Family, my sincere sympathy. Marie was a wonderful lady, with a quick wit and fine sense of humor. She always appreciated a chat and smile from me. My mother, Ella, resided at The Willows until Dec. 28, and she loved Marie's jolly and positive personality. My fondest memory of Marie was last Christmas at a concert. She was asleep in her wheelchair, but when they played Jingle Bell Rock, she woke right up and started singing. I was standing beside her and we had a good time singing and "dancing" to the music. Then she had her own solo of Jingle Bells. She was an inspiration to so many in her lifetime. Blessings to you. Hope this little story gives you comfort. Danna Doyle

I am sorry to learn of your loss.

Our thoughts and prayers to John and family. Marie was a special lady and will be greatly missed.

My condolences. She will be deeply missed. I always enjoyed my family time with her as she could fill in so many genealogy spaces. So, so many nice visits.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.