Marvel Lucinda Cole

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Marvel Lucinda Cole, age 71, passed away on September 18th, 2020 peacefully in her home in Vienna, VA, surrounded by her family.

Marvel was born on October 1st, 1948, in Sierra Leone to the late Mildred and Samuel Thomas.

Shortly after, the family migrated to Liberia, where she attended primary and secondary school. After completing high school, Marvel went on to start her career at LAMCO, in Buchanan, Liberia, and also enjoyed a thriving side business as a seamstress. In 1973, she immigrated to the United States, where she attended The Taylor Business Institute in New York City and obtained her Associate’s Degree in Business. Marvel was married in 1975 and, over the next several years, welcomed three children into her and her husband’s home. They ultimately settled in Virginia, where she had another successful career with Navy Federal Credit Union, eventually earning the President’s award during her tenure there. Marvel’s children will always remember her as a kind, strong, and fiercely protective mother who encouraged them to break barriers and strive for excellence in everything they did.

Marvel is survived by her loving children, Femi, Sembe, and Maleika; grandchildren, Madeline, Makiya, William, Kendall her brothers and sisters, and several nieces and nephews. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, cooking, gardening, entertaining, knitting, and working out.

A wake and visitation with the family will be held at Money and King Funeral Home (171 Maple Ave. West Vienna, VA 22180) on Thursday, September 24th, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm.

A funeral will be held at 11:00 am on Friday, September 25th at Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Church located at 8601 Wolftrap Rd SE, Vienna VA 22182. For those who wish to attend the funeral virtually, there will also be a link available.

All are welcome to attend and celebrate Marvel’s life. The family would like to thank all of her caregivers, hospital staff, friends, and family for their efforts and dedication to her care over the last two years.

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  1. Marvel was such a wonderful person who I have known for many years working at Navy Federal. I never knew that we were the same age, and I was six days older then she was. Perhaps that is why we got along so well. Condolences to her family. So sad.

  2. My heart is so broken by this news. I have so many wonderful memories that include Marvel(ous) that I will continue to hold near and dear to my heart. -Monique MacEachin

  3. Femi, Sembe, and Maleika – I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She meant the world to me and I would often tell her that she was a second mom. She was so proud of all of your and your children. She was so loving and kind always. My heart is broken by her passing but I rejoice knowing she is with the Lord and no longer in pain. Thinking of you all. Sending our love and prayers your way. – Michelle & Wade

  4. Femi, Sembe and Maleika I am saddened by the loss of our dear Marvel. I am honored that we crossed paths and that we became friends. She endeared herself to us. Oh my..we had so many nice conversations with laughter..She was a true gem that will be greatly missed. Jorn and I are thinking of you and the family in this difficult time. May you find love and strenght in each other.

  5. I am heartbroken to hear this news. Marvel was a gem in every way, shining her inner joy on all of us that knew her. She was special to so many of us. Even though I haven’t seen her in several years, I will miss her so much! RIP, my lovely friend. Jamie McDonald

  6. Oh my goodness. I am so sad to hear this news. Marvel was such a joy and delight to work with at Navy Federal and talk about our children and grand babies. I will miss her energy and eagerness to help others. She was a real joy. RIP my sweetheart friend Marvella! I love you. Hanan Baddour. ? ✝ ? ?

  7. Our prayers are with you. May God bless, comfort and keep you during this time. Your mom was a beautiful lady. Love from Yabo, daughter of Olive Akinsanya, a friend of Ms. Marvel (Liberia).

  8. Marvel was a giant for her family. Her warmth, genuine and sincere spirit will be missed. For many years, the hospitality and joy in her home were blessings. We celebrated many occasions together. My sincerest sympathy to Femi, Sembe, Malaika and Alafia. Marvel will be missed and in my prayers. Her family was a priority. She enriched many lives-a wonderful friend.

  9. Mrs.Marvel was the sweetest, kindest and no none sense lady that became my buddy. She was such a queen! She was an example to me and so many young ladies at NF. May she rest in heavenly peace. She is home with her ever loving Father now.

  10. ….so saddened to hear of Marvel’s passing – yet so many fond memories of such a sweet and wonderful person – who ALWAYS had a smile and kind//funny words ready for me every time our paths crossed so many times, in so many random ways over the years (work related or not) – rest peacefully Marvel. ….my condolences to all who were near & dear to her. – Sincerely, jake shebaugh

  11. I will miss my friend Marvelous Marvel. God blessed me to know her. Truly a special bright light where ever she went. I love my buddy so. When I was recovering from surgery she visited and blessed me with some great meals. Oh what a wonderful person. She is in a better place now and I will see her again one day. Until then I will smile at the heavens remembering my little buddy who filled the room with her presents.

  12. Thank you for blessing us who had the pleasure of knowing you with your never ending smile, your sense of humor and kindness. You have made a difference to this world. Love and strength to your family

  13. When our paths crossed as coworkers in the late 1970’s at Pan American World Airways (Liberia), I never imagined our friendship would endure for over 40 years. You were more than a friend, you became my sister. My children call you “Auntie Marvel”, and your children call me “Auntie Ernestine”. You welcomed me into your home whenever I needed one. When you became sick, I started praying and pleading with God to heal you. I guess our Lord and Savior knows best and He gave you the “ultimate healing”. Now you are with the Lord and Healer. You are no longer in pain. Rest well my sister. Rest in Perfect Peace! Ernestine Moore

  14. My condolences to the family for the last Aunty Marvel. My prayer is God will continue to comfort the family for such a time like this, you are strengthening in Jesus name. As I can remember The first time I came across her she was talking to me as if new me before, she made me feel comfortable and she said look after my daughter Nancy,and second time I meet with her when she Transited in London for Portugal while I was helping her with her lour gauges she was encouraged me with kind words. The other occasion was when she visited us in London with her last daughter, and remember when she talking to Nancy my wife and you can tell she is a person that bring people together and give you that joy when she spoke to you and a lovely person Thanks for giving me this opportunity to share my wonderful memories. May her soul rest in peace Thanks Brima Partrick Lebbie

  15. I am so happy to have had Marvel in my life. I met her in 2014, when I started working in the Navy Federal Marketing Department. She wanted to get back into knitting, and I had wonderful times working on projects with her. I even created a scarf pattern we called “Marvel’s Scarf” for her. She turned to knitting when she was in treatment, and I spent some great hours ripping out stitches and getting her back on track, while she listened to my woes. She was a great listener and advisor. She gave me hope and will always be in my heart. I will miss her (and those incredible cookies)! I am blessed to have known her.

  16. So blessed to have shared holiday time with you and your family. Your home was so warm and inviting and full of live. Rest in peace my joyful friend.

  17. Aunty Marvel This was very heavy for me When cancer steals the life of someone you love, there are no words. None….  NOTHING. Simple words don’t do an entire LIFETIME justice Cancer is a horrible disease and people see the scars and physical side but don’t see and can’t see or understand the mental side of what’s going on, ‘I really wouldn’t wish it upon anyone. Aunty Marvel was a warm, compassionate and vibrant woman who always went out of her way to help others – no matter what.  She cared deeply and if she could fix the world for everyone she would. Her heart was that big.… Her greatest quality was to encourage me to make the best of everything We were each others support, strength and comfort during treatment times and other tough times in my life. I don’t know how I will cope without her – this passing leaves a hole in my life. I will try to draw strength from the things she taught me and specifically “Accept the things you cannot change and change the things you can”. My aunt was an essential part of my growth from a child to adulthood, and now she’s one of my guardian angels. She will definitely be missed by all, but her memory will live on in all of us forever. Goodbye my other Mom, my angel. You will always be loved, always be missed and will always be in my heart. It was my honor and pleasure to know you during this lifetime. I will miss you every single day until I take my last breath Rest in perfect peace ?


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