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Marie Joyce Little

October 18th, 1932 - February 15th, 2010

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Marie Little of Lynnwood, WA died on February 15, 2010, following a year long battle with cancer. Marie was born on October 18, 1932 in Everett, WA where she spent her childhood years. She later moved with her mother to Seattle, WA and graduated from Garfield High School. After raising her family she entered the University of Washington and earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Marie married Warren R. Little in 1951. Warren and Marie built their first home in Alderwood Manor, WA where they have lived for the past 57 years. Marie, a writer and historian, is well known for her contributions to her community. She was a charter member of the Alderwood Manor Heritage Association; an original member of the City of Lynnwood Historical Commission and produced and hosted the KSER radio program If Houses Could Speak. She was also a member of the Sno Isle Genealogical Society and the Seattle Free Lances. Her columns and articles have appeared in The Enterprise newspaper, Snohomish County Business Journal, The Third Age newspaper, and The Seattle Times. She co-authored the book Images of America Alderwood Manor with Kevin K. Stadler published in 2006. Marie was known by many for her work towards the formation of Heritage Park in Lynnwood. In December of 2009 the City of Lynnwood recognized her achievements in the preservation of community history by proclaiming Marie Little the official city historian and presenting her with a key to the City. Marie is survived by her husband of 58 years, Warren Little; her daughter, Ellen (Peter) and son Brett (Dawn); grandchildren Reuben, Aurora (Kristian), Michelle, Brooke, Erin, Hans and Brittany; and great-grandchildren Kailey, Michael, Gunnar, Maddox, Anne-Marie and Malayi. Marie was a good friend to all who had the good fortune to know her. A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, February 27, 2010 at Maplewood Presbyterian Church, 19523-84th Avenue W, Edmonds, WA, recn following. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alderwood Manor Heritage Association, Maplewood Presbyterian Church or Seattle Free Lances will be gratefully pted.

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