Piffard/Hemlock: Marcia went home to be with the Lord on December 31, 2019 at age 78. Predeceased by her first husband Garren Sparks, her parents William and Vera Morgan, and sister Carol Tette. Survived by her loving husband Jerry Metz; children, Doug (Dan Nichols) McDaniel of Buffalo, Leslie (Bob) Bradfield of Livonia, Alison Freeman of Lima, Elizabeth (Kevin) Lopez of Livonia; grandchildren, Timothy Butterazzi, Amy (Mark) Fox, Adam Scheffler, Embry Freeman, Danielle Freeman, Erin Freeman, Anthony (Kristy) Teed, Ashley Teed, and Nicholas (Stephanie) Teed; 9 great grandchildren; siblings, Marilyn Ellis, Richard Morgan, William Morgan, and Cheryl VanKuren. Marcia is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
Marcia’s love for her family was only pale in comparison for her love for the Lord. Her strength that she drew from her faith was immeasurable and that faith gave her a heart for reaching out to so many people, she reached out to and ministered to family, friends and the complete strangers that she crossed paths with. She had a passion for gardening that turned her into a composting machine, it was extremely hard to throw anything away in the garbage that could be used as compost, it became a game. She was also known as a fitness fanatic; it wasn’t at all uncommon to hear her running on her treadmill in the basement while listening to worship music. Up until this last summer it wasn’t out of the ordinary to see her chasing her GREAT grandchildren in the back yard. Marcia had no profession of perfection but she constantly would strive to be a better person than she was the day before. It is hard to think of Marcia and not come away with a feeling of love, her smile lit up the room, she was a strong, determined and gifted woman who has passed those traits down through her children and to her grands. She is much loved and much missed.
Family and friends may call on Thursday, January 2, 2020 from 4-7pm at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 21 Big Tree Street, Rte 20A, Livonia, NY where Marcia’s funeral service will be held at 10am on Friday, January 3, 2020. Burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Marcia’s memory to Livingston County Hospice, 2 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
My thoughts and prayers for family and loved ones!
So sorry to hear about Marcia. The Morgan family was very helpful to my family when we first moved to Livonia. Her sister, Marilyn, was our babysitter, and we got to know and become friends with Marcia and the rest of the family. Many fond memories of spending time at the Morgan household in South Lima. My thoughts are with the family. May Marcia Rest In Peace.
So grateful to have had the pleasure of knowing you. I’m so sorry you were taken so soon. Leaving so many loved ones behind. My heart goes out to your family imagining the pain they’re going through. Rest well Gram
She will be missed Dearly. My thoughts an prayers go out to Jerry Metz and family,.Marcia touched my life back in 96.God Bless you all.Love you all.
Jerry, I am so sorry to hear of Marcia’s passsing but know she is loving heaven! My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
I am sorry to hear of Marsha’s passing. She was a good friend.
My thoughts & prayers are with Marcia’s family & friends. Marcia was a classmate at LCS. I remember spending week-ends in South Lima with her & her family during our middle school years. I’ll always remember her as a friendly, very intelligent friend ….. one who served as a fellow class officer (Secretary) during our Senior year at LCS……may your memories of her comfort & sustain you!
Jerry,My condolences on this loss. Prayers and love.
Thoughts and prayers to the family
My deepest sympathy to Jerry and the rest of the family we love you with all our hearts!