Marianne Denise Webb's Obituary
Marianne Denise Webb, a beloved wife, mother, and friend, gained her angel wings on August 5, 2024, at the age of 53.
Born in Philadelphia, PA on May 20, 1971, she was the daughter of the late Leo Joseph Cowley and Ann Elizabeth McDonald Cowley.
On April 20, 2018, she married the love of her life, Brent Webb. He made her so happy. He provided a life, family, and love that she had previously only dreamed of. Their love was one of a kind, as they truly made one another complete. They shared such a deep bond and a beautiful life together in Greenwood, DE.
Being a Mom and Mae Mae were her greatest accomplishments in life. She loved her children and grandbabies dearly. Marianne always made it known how proud of her children she was. As a single mom, she did an outstanding job of making sure her children succeeded in life and went for their dreams and goals. She was there every single step of the way. She also made sure to show just how much joy and excitement her grandbabies brought into her life. They made her life that much brighter, just by being in it.
Marianne spent over 16 years serving customers at Applebee's in Seaford and Milford, DE, where she brightened the days of many with her warm smile and genuine hospitality.
She was known for her love of flowers, bald eagles, gardening, baking/cooking, dolphins, and attending concerts, as well as her unwavering support for Donald Trump and the Philadelphia Eagles. However, above all, her family held the most special place in her heart. She adored her husband, children and grandbabies most.
She is survived by her husband: Brent Webb of Greenwood, DE, four children: Steven Spera and his wife Ashley of Georgetown, DE, Stephanie Payne and her husband Darrin Payne of Seaford, DE, Zachary Spera and his wife Ashley of Delmar, DE, and Gregory Spera of Salisbury, MD, her step-daughter: Amanda Fisher and her husband Todd of Harrington, DE, eleven grandchildren: Brayden, Delainey, Emma, Emery, Giuliana, Colton, Amelia, Zane, Mia, Kai, and Leo, nine siblings: Donna Reeman, Cynthia Dever, Virginia "Ginny" Norman, Bethanne Gallagher, Janet Boerckel, Leigh Clemens, Laurie Connor, Barbara Cowley, and Suzanne Katz, her best friend of almost 30 years- Sue Whalen, as well as her "Applebuddies".
A funeral service celebrating Marianne's life will be held at Seaford Wesleyan Church- The Ark on August 10, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at St. Johnstown Cemetery in Greenwood. The family will receive friends from 11:00 am-1:00 pm prior to the service.
Marianne's spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew her.
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