"I?m so sorry for your loss. I loved exchanging Christmas cards and letters with Aunt Marian over the years. She filled me in on what all her kids were up to and what she was doing. It?s been many years since I?ve visited with her but the cards and letters sure helped us stay connected. I will miss her very much. Prayers for all the family. "
In loving memory of
Sybil "Marian" Kendall
June 28, 1934 - October 2, 2020
Sybil "Marian" Kendall, formerly of Upland, died Friday, October 2, 2020 in Chelsea, Michigan. She was born in Highland Park, Michigan on June 28, 1934, the daughter of the late Richard and Sybil (Hosking) Barnett.
Marian retired in 1999 from Taylor University as the Director of Teacher Certification in the Education Department, after serving for 27 years. She was a member of the Upland United Methodist Church and served for many years as the pianist.
Survivors include her children: Peggy Long, Broomfield, Colorado; Lori (Paul) Barnette, Waterford, Michigan; and Michael (Gena) Kendall, Warsaw, Indiana; eight grandchildren: Nathan DeWaele; Andrew DeWaele; Nicole Long; Abigail Long; Devyn Barnette; Jared (Kate) Kendall; Megan Kendall; and Mallory (Jason) Detweiler; and several great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held from 1-2 pm, Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at Pierce United Methodist Church 201 N. Eighth St., Upland, Indiana. The memorial service to honor Marian's life will follow at 2:00 pm. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jones-Smith Chapel of Armes-Hunt Funeral Home, 259 N. Main St., Upland, Indiana.
Memorial contributions may be made to Pierce Upland United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 11, Upland, Indiana, 46989.
The Memorial Service will be live-streamed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1FZ7LUe_sLQ&feature=youtu.be .
Tributes
"Lori my family and I send our condolences for the lost of your mom. We remember her as of yesterday the day we meet her when we bought your house. The house had lots of things that reminds us to your mom constantly. We pray for her peace as she entered the eternal live with God our creator. Blessing from the Briz family "
"The memories I have from Mrs. Kendall and her children are near and dear to me. She was always a caring, sweet woman with a heart of gold. My deepest sympathy to the entire family. "
"Marian. Thank you for being a honorary Aunt to my girls as they were growing up. They loved taking walks with you and their Nana. You will be missed! "
"So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. My Mom always loved, loved to play at church with her and considered her the dearest of friends! They are leading heaven's choir today, I have no doubt. Love and prayers for the family. Jonna Wallace Jordan "
"Not only was it my privilege, but it was my extreme pleasure to share many hours playing the organ while Marian played the piano at the Upland United Methodist Church. It is through the hope of the resurrection that I look forward to a grand reunion where we may play together again."
"Mrs. Kendall holds a special place in my heart. She helped me many times when I was at Taylor University. "
"Sincere sympathy!"