M. Harden Obituary

M. Marlene Harden

M. Marlene Harden, 82, of McComb, passed away Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023, at The Meadow of Leipsic.

Marlene was born May 1, 1941, in McComb, to Myron and Mona (Robison) Mapes. She married the love of her life, Jack Harden, on June 6, 1959, at McComb Church of Christ, and he preceded her in death July 3, 2020.

Marlene is survived by two sons, Eric (Wendy) Harden of Springfield, Tennessee, and Steven Harden of McComb; grandchildren, LeAnne, Kristen, Ryan (Penny), and Brett; great-grandchildren, Jeremiah, Claire, Maddox, and Addie; brother, Larry Mapes; and life-long classmate and friends, Darlene Baumlein and Judy Altsaetter.

She was also preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Diane Renee Harden; grandson, Nicholas Harden; and sisters, Doris Clark, Marjorie Oglesbee, and Diane Harden.

Marlene was a 1959 graduate of McComb High School. Marlene had a strong belief in God. She was a member of McComb United Methodist Church. Marlene worked for McComb Super Value in the bakery department. She also worked for McComb Local Schools in the cafeteria for 15 years. Marlene and Jack enjoyed traveling all around the United States. She was a tremendous cook. She made delicious pies, homemade potato soup, and noodles. Marlene was a loving, caring, and compassionate person. The most important part of Marlene's life was her family. She was very devoted to those she loved and was always supportive of her families' activities.

Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 18, 2023, at Hanneman Funeral Home, 370 Park Dr S., McComb, Ohio, 45858. Marlene's funeral will be 11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023, at the funeral home. Interment will follow at McComb Union Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be gifted in Marlene's honor to Bridge Hospice or Alzheimer's Association.

Hanneman Funeral Home, McComb, is honored to serve Marlene's family and encourages those wishing to send a condolence or a fond memory to visit www.hannemanfuneralhomes.com.