Marjorie Sloan, 85, of Avon, IL passed away Wednesday, May 6, 2020, 12:41 p.m. at her home.
She was born Wednesday, June 24, 1934, in Dillwyn, VA., the daughter of George and Emma (Murphy) Moss. She married Jack Bryant and later married Richard Sloan, both preceded her in death.
Marjorie is survived by her children, Venece (Nick) Sutton of Buckingham, VA.; Joan (Chance) Ray of Abingdon, Tim (Theresa) Bryant of Dillwyn, VA.; and Theresa (P.B.) Layman of Dillwyn, VA.; 16 grandchildren; 33 great-grandchildren, and 2 special grandchildren; siblings, Frances Spain of Rockville, VA., Ann (Bernard) McKay of Richmond, VA., and Edna (Harry) Davis of Scottsville, VA; and a special friend Pansy Sloan.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, one son (Raymond Bryant), one brother (Franklin Moss), and one sister (Mary Duty).
Marjorie was a great baker and was known for her German chocolate cake. She cared for the kids of the Avon community for over 30 years. She loved her yard work and her flowers, and it showed by how perfect it was when you drove by. She was a member of the Avon United Methodist Church.
Due to social distancing limitations related to the COVID-19 pandemic, there will be private local arrangements. Burial will be in the Bethlehem Baptist Cemetery in Dillwyn, VA. in lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Avon United Methodist Church. Please sign the online guestbook at www.wisefamilyfuneralhome.com. Wise Family Funeral Home Avon, IL is overseeing the local arrangements.
