Her children rise up and call her blessed; Her husband also, and he praises her: “Many daughters have done well, but you excel them all.” Proverbs 31:28-29

Carol Ann Marney, precious wife, mother and granny passed away in Brownwood, Texas on Friday, September 6, 2024. Her family will host a visitation on Monday, September 9th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Heartland Funeral Home in Early. Funeral services will be at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, September 10th at High Mesa Cowboy Church in Brownwood with interment to follow at Salem Cemetery in Bangs.

Carol was born in Niles, California on Tuesday, August 31, 1943 to Lee Roy and Eva Hunter. She grew up in Oklahoma, but has been a resident of Bangs, Texas for the past 48 years.

Carol was devoted to God and her family. She was a homemaker her entire life. When she wasn’t cooking, cleaning, or caring for her beloved chickens, Carol would enjoy working puzzles, reading and genealogy. She was a proud citizen of the Cherokee Nation. Carol had a calm, patient demeanor, animals and children were drawn to her.

Left to mourn her passing are her loving husband of 65 years, Jerry Marney. To their union were born five children whom Carol collectively referred to as “you birds.” Rita Hagan (Brandon), Danny Marney (Jeana), Tommy Marney (Donna), Tony Marney (Beth), Anna Baker (Chris). She had seven grandchildren, Ashley (Justin), Brady (Aiyin), JD, Riana (Tristan), Sarah, Hannah, Chrissa (Jesse); and nine great grandchildren: Owen, Gavin, Kaylee, Jaylee, Samantha, Logan, Emily, Isaac and Benjamin.

Greeting her at heaven’s gate were her parents, and her only sister Jean Marney.

Online condolences, memories and tributes can be made to the family at www.heartlandfuneralhome.net