Marion Melissa Pearson Nicholson Obituary (1910 - 2009)

Our beloved mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great-grandmother, aunt, and friend peacefully passed away on July 26, 2009 at the age of 99. Marion was born March 14, 1910 to John Andrew and Nellie Edith Pearson in Midvale, Utah. She was the second of five children. She grew up in Murray, Utah and graduated from Murray High School. She married her beloved, Iver William Nicholson on December 31, 1931. They had a daughter, Geraldine (Jerry) and a son, and Iver Val. Marion took great joy in raising her children and standing by her husband’s side during his lifetime. Marion was a caring friend and was always thoughtful and kind. Children especially would bring a smile to her face. A few of her hobbies included reading, crocheting, having picnics in Liberty Park, finding the perfect greeting card, and introducing her great-grandchildren to classic musicals. As recently as last summer she enjoyed spending time at Lagoon, and was looking forward to returning this year. Marion enjoyed spending time with her family. She liked to go for drives with her son and was fond of going to Wendover with her brother. She would sing to her family and captivate those around her with stories of her life. Her influence and love will continue to be present for generations. She lost her husband in 1959, but showed quiet strength throughout her life. She was self-sufficient until just before her death. Surviving her are her children, Jerry Low and Val Nicholson, her brother Harold, his wife Ruth and their children, whom Marion loved as her own, 5 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren, and her nieces and nephews. She has been welcomed home by her Savior. Also welcoming her home are her beloved Iver, her parents, her siblings Drew, John, and Virginia, and her son-in-law David Low. A visitation will be held for family and friends on Tuesday, August 4, 2009 at the Jenkins-Soffe Mortuary, 4760 South State Street in Murray, Utah, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. A graveside service will follow at 1:30 pm at the Mount Olivet Cemetery, 1342 East 500 South, Salt Lake City, Utah. Marion liked bright colors. Please consider dressing in bright colors to honor her. In lieu of flowers please donate to the Humane Society or your favorite charity.