Marcella was faithful to her church, and had participated in many activities, especially the choir, Sunday School and (until shortly before her death) a women’s missionary group.
She retired from the City of Hickory after working 37 years in the water department, and had previously been employed at former downtown Hickory retailers such as Woolworth’s. She was a 1951 graduate of St. Stephens High School. Her volunteer activities included the Hickory Soup Kitchen and Western Piedmont Symphony. In addition, she kept a monthly calendar of non-profits to which she contributed. She was a strong believer in helping others.
Marcella was known for her intelligence, independence, organization and sometimes-tart wit. She was devoted to her family, especially her many nieces and nephews. Long before the invention of social media, she became the communications center for her family, making regular phone calls and sharing news.
Marcella was the last survivor of eight children, and the daughter of Myrtle Jane (Whitener) Fullbright and Andrew Franklin Fullbright, of the Springs Road section (and previously of Brookford). Besides treasuring family get-togethers, she and her older sister Connie Fullbright were also avid travelers, often on bus trips organized by Christian Tours. Marcella’s siblings were brothers Iris T., Hayden, Angus, and Ervin, and sisters Jane, Zelma Rae and Cornelia, known as Connie.
There was always music playing at Marcella’s house, and she herself played the piano, autoharp, ukelele and dulcimer.
Marcella’s survivors include sister-in-law Eva (Sheppard) Fullbright, known to her family as “Bill.”
Marcella was pre-deceased by nephew Phil, and is survived by ten nieces and nephews. Those are Steven, Sharan, Michael, Greg, Denise, Libby, Jeffrey, Robert, David and Cathy. There are 15 grand-nieces/nephews, and 11 great-grands.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at First Baptist Church on Saturday, January 13, 2024 at 2 PM.
The family will receive friends prior from 1-2 at the church.
Finally, Marcella would want you to stay in touch with your family and friends – call or contact someone today.
Arrangements are being handled by Catawba Funeral Home.
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