Marsha Compton's Obituary
Marsha Ann Compton, 69, of Decatur, IL passed away January 13, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital.
Marsha was born October 29, 1953 in Decatur, IL, the daughter of Glen Merlin Burrows and Cora Alice (Lane) Addison. Glen later married his second wife, Nancy Katzenmaier and she survives. Alice later married her second husband, Thomas Addison, Sr.
Marsha was a member of Life Church of Lafayette, IN. She was a person who was loved by all and will be missed by her family, her grandchildren and all of her friends. She most often would work two jobs to support her household until she became sick. She enjoyed building puzzles and watching movies at home until she passed away.
Surviving also would be her son Heith Burrows (Christy) of Lafayette, IN; brothers, Raymond Burrows, Doug Burrows, Craig Burrows; sisters, Gwen Burrows, Ronda Brown (Burrows) and extended siblings, John “Bill” Addison, Thomas “Tommy” Addison, Jr., Ron Addison, Suzie Addison, and Pam Davis (Addison). Marsha also had four amazing grandchildren that she loved dearly and leaves behind; Hunter (Kayla), Aydin, Mackenzie, and Hannah “Bell”.
Marsha was preceded in death by her parents, her step-father, her sister, Linda “Linnie” and her grandson, Jayden.
There will be a private Celebration of Life on Thursday, January 19th from 1pm-4pm at Marsha’s home for family and friends to stop by and pay their respects to her and her family; 1821 W Center St., Decatur, IL 62526
The Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Marsha.
Memorials: Charity of the donor’s choice.
Condolences may be left to Marsha’s family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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