Marion L. Wagner

October 13, 1970 - December 20, 2019

Marion L. Wagner, of Blackwood, NJ, formerly of Clifton Heights, PA and South Philadelphia, PA, passed away on December 20, 2019 at the age of 49. Marion was born on October 13, 1970 to Marguerite “Peggy” Wagner (nee DeFeo) and the late James R. Wagner. In addition to her mother Peggy, Marion is survived by her sisters Joyce Carroll, Jaime Nuhfer (Tim), Gina Gullo (Frank) and her brother Dean Gilvin (Brian); her Aunt Joanie Annunziato and family; and her nieces Catherine Carroll, Ella Nuhfer, and nephew Andrew Nuhfer who lovingly call her “Aunt Mar”; and many other family and dear friends. After graduating from Cardinal O’Hara High School in 1988, Marion attended St. Francis University and then St. Joseph’s University. When her father passed away in 2002, she took over as owner of his South Philadelphia bar Cookie’s Tavern. Marion was well known by all for her thousand-watt smile, her quick wit, her spark that ignited every room, her loyalty to those she loved, and her passion for the Philadelphia Phillies and the Eagles. One of Marion’s favorite sayings was from Erma Bombeck, she had it hanging from her bedpost, “When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would have not a single bit of talent left and could say, ‘I used everything you gave me.’” And use it she did. Marion’s most notable talent was her ability to be extremely compassionate and generous. Marion had an endless desire to help anyone who needed her; family, friends, and even strangers. Marion organized countless fundraisers for the Toys for Tots organization. She hosted the Marine Corp birthday every year at Cookie’s Tavern. She helped raise money for research about HELLP syndrome (a rare pregnancy complication that took the life of one of her best friends, Sheila). Marion was incredibly giving of herself and her time and was the first in line to help always. She was a tremendously caring person who regularly put others’ needs before her own. In memory of Marion, let’s all make an effort to lend a helping hand to those in need whenever we can. Viewing will be Friday, December 27, 2019 from 8:15 AM to 10:15 AM at Earle Funeral Home, 122 W. Church St., Blackwood, NJ 08012. Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Hope Parish / St. Jude’s Church, 402 S. Black Horse Pike, Blackwood, NJ 08012. Interment will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Angels Community Outreach, 334 S Broadway, Pitman, NJ 08071. Condolences may be shared at www.earlefuneralhome.com