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Mrs. Marlene
Shiverdecker
Mrs. Marlene Shiverdecker, 82, of Greenville, Ohio, passed away Monday,
January 4, 2016, at the State the Heart Hospice Care Center.
She was born on September 9, 1933 in Union City, Ohio, was the daughter
of the late Noah and Florence (Peffers) Swallow. In addition to
her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, James B.
Shiverdecker whom passed away on February 23, 2014.
Marlene was a homemaker and enjoyed being with her family. There are
two passages of scripture that help accurately and beautifully describe
Marlene’s life. Ephesians 4:2 reads, “Be completely humble and
gentle; bearing one another in love.” I Corinthians 13:4-8
admonishes, “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it
does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not
self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of
wrongs. Love does not delight in evil, but rejoices with the
truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always
perseveres. Love never fails.”
Anyone who knew Marlene quickly realized that she had a personal
relationship with Jesus Christ, having accepted Him as her personal
Savior. Because of her faith in Him, she had the strength, wisdom
and determination to walk in the center of His will.
Marlene evidenced a servant’s heart, giving up her own will and laying
aside her own rights in order to serve others, selflessly. For
over 50 years, she served others in many ways while attending and being
a member of the Greenville Church of the Nazarene. At one time or
another, she served on the Church Board, Sunday School Board, and
Missionary Council. Marlene always said yes when her help was
needed. Over the years she had been involved in ways such as a
Church Steward, a pianist and director in various Sunday children’s
ministry programs, a nursery worker, aSunday School teacher, and a
Vacation Bible School teacher and director. She also served as a
tutor/mentor for students in some of Greenville’s elementary school
classrooms.
Marlene daily demonstrated a heart filled with love of life and for
others. She always had a positive attitude and a genuine smile
and laugh. Marlene loved her family and was happiest when with
her family. She unconditionally loved her husband, children and
their spouses, grandchildren, great grandchild, all the pets (theirs
and those of other family members), and her extended family. Some
of her favorite times with them included birthdays, holidays, fishing
trips, shopping trips to Elder-Beerman, and meals at restaurants such
as McDonalds, Burger King and Arby’s. She loved others.
Marlene and her husband were always coming across friends to talk to
and reminisce with, no matter where they happened to be at the time.
Marlene’s Christ-like heart has provided a powerful legacy for her
family and friends. Jesus Christ was Lord of her life and His
word was honored. She lived out Philippians 2:3. Her
Christ-like heart not only allowed her to treat others as she wanted to
be treated, it empowered her to see others as more important than
herself.
One of Marlene’s favorite hymns was “This is Like heaven to Me.”
The last verse and refrain are now so meaningful.
Last Verse: “We’re looking for Jesus with glory to come-
‘Tis Jesus who died on the tree;
A cloud of bright angels to carry me home-
Oh that will be Heaven to
me.”
Refrain: “Oh that will be Heaven to me,
Yes, that will be Heaven to me.
A cloud of bright angels to carry me home.
Oh that will be heaven to me.”
She was survived by her children, Bevin (Donna) Shiverdecker of Mt.
Vernon, Ohio, Joel (Julie) Shiverdecker of North Carolina, and Melina
(Larry) Eberst of Greenville; grandchildren, Kelsi (Tim) Tomayko, Kelly
Shiverdecker and Adam Shiverdecker; great grandson, Alexandre; brother
and sister in law, Noah and Nora Louise Swallow, Union City, Ohio.
A celebration of life will be held at 2PM, Friday, January 8, at
Oliver-Floyd Funeral Home in Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Wayne Thomas
officiating. Burial will follow in Brock Cemetery near Brock,
Ohio.
Family and friends may visit Friday, at the funeral home from 1PM till
the time of service. The family would like the memorial
contributions be given to Church of the Nazarene, 7584 St. Rt. 118
Greenville, Ohio.
Condolences may be left for the family at www.oliverfloyd.com
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