To know Marie is to love Marie... wife, mother, sister, daughter, aunt, grandmother and a forever friend to many!
the best gift you can give ... time and memories
Take a few minutes to share your personal, unique perspective of your relationship with Marie.
Marie has always been the "January birthday girl" who was first to arrive at the next age and paved the way for the rest of her friends. Each year, Marie would be the pioneer and first to experience that next age, which she embraced with grace ... and perhaps a bit of apprehension or trepidation. But, Marie is a strong woman. She survived and persevered through whatever age came along, which gave the rest of her friends the courage to follow suit. Not only is Marie a valued friend, but also a devoted and loyal family member. Case in point...her charity of choice is for Multiple Sclerosis as her mother suffers from the disease. If you're so inclined, please give a birthday donation in honor of Marie and her mother. Or, just share your "Marie stories" as your birthday gift to Marie.
Where did you first meet Marie?
I first met Marie at University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana. We both pledged Tri-Delts and were in the same pledge class.
What are 5 adjectives you would use to describe Marie?
Beautiful, faithful, responsible, intelligent, and a "forever friend"
What are your best memories of Marie?
So many memories from college, Tri-Delts, dating escapades during and after college. Many great gal pal talks, nights at Kams and fraternity parties. Barn dance. Patty Murphy SAE dance. Sigma Chi's. Acacia Acacia, how'd you like to bite my ***. Mum and the mystery one scooper. Spring breaks on Siesta Key in Sarasota. Business trip to Brussels and tendering her resignation while we were there. South of France. Paris with odd occurences. Marie finding Darryl and her beautiful wedding in Bermuda. Marie delivering her first baby and in walks the anesthesiologist ... her ex beau Mark. Living together on Sheridan Rd. Pranks ... Peter wants to go out and oh, pizza.
What advice do you have for Marie as she embarks on 60 years of life?
Live, love, laugh! Keep enjoying life and finding the little nuggets in each day that bring a smile to your beautiful face.
What would you like Marie to know?
You are loved. 60's will be awesome and fun so embrace your age with pride. No matter how much time passes between our talks or visits, it's as if not a day has gone by since we last spoke. I know that if I need you at any time, you'd be there for me and vice versa. That's a forever friend.
So many memories come flooding back as I think of Marie and our friendship. How is it possible 40+years have passed in a blink of an eye? Living in separate states has certainly played a role in losing touch over the years, but you have always remained in my heart and I am thrilled to be celebrating this special birthday with you.
Where did you first meet Marie?
We met at University of Illinois where we were both Tri Delts and in the same pledge class.
What are 5 adjectives you would use to describe Marie?
As i remember from years ago…..Thoughtful, Beautiful, Loyal, Kind and quite funny!
What are your best memories of Marie?
Most of my memories stem from our time at 508. Living in the sorority house was priceless and a time I wouldn’t trade for the world. I remember a girlie trip to Siesta and a crazy road-trip to North Carolina both full of laughs. Oh, and what a great laugh Marie has!! Usually followed by a flip of her gorgeous hair!! I remember our apartment in Champaign the summer between junior and senior year. So many great memories…
What advice do you have for Marie as she embarks on 60 years of life?
Obviously , with your beautiful family and successful career you do not need my advice! Like Jena said, you are the first of the gang to turn 60, so we are all looking to you to embrace the new decade in style. Continue to cherish your life with Darryl and your boys.
You are blessed.
What would you like Marie to know?
You have been thought of many many times over the years. I am so thankful to be back in touch after so long. I hope we get the chance to create more memories in the decades to come. Remember, I can fly in anytime !!
Happy birthday Marie.
Delta love Waldie
Marie (Mur) and I have known each other since college, and we were roommates in Lincoln Park for over a year.
Where did you first meet Marie?
We pledged Tri-Delts together and I think we met on bid day.
What are 5 adjectives you would use to describe Marie?
Cool, great laugher, insightful, thoughtful, loyal
What are your best memories of Marie?
Definitely some I would not share in an open forum 🤓. Spring break memories were probably the best, when we all road tripped to Siesta Key - at least twice. A big group visited Jena and me in San Francisco right after Marie and Darryl started dating. We knew Marie was a goner, she she spent most of the time in the back room on the phone with him (before cell phones).
What advice do you have for Marie as she embarks on 60 years of life?
Let’s stay in touch!
What would you like Marie to know?
My college and post college great memories include you and our friend group. Even though we don’t get together that often, I have such happy memories of our “growing up”. Xo
Marie and her husband, Darryl, have been friends for almost 20 years. I can't tell you how much I appreciate their friendship. We have enjoyed parties, special events, and Bible studies together.
Where did you first meet Marie?
I first met Marie at the Hyde Park Vineyard Church in the early 2000's.
What are 5 adjectives you would use to describe Marie?
Insightful, kind-hearted, engaged, thoughtful, and dedicated
What are your best memories of Marie?
Eating Thanksgiving Dinner together, Parties in their home on important occasions (The Superbowl, Father's Day, Summer time get togethers), going on a Family Mission Trip to Puerto Rico together, and running into each other at Panera
What advice do you have for Marie as she embarks on 60 years of life?
Marie, you have so much wisdom and life experience from your years as a wife, mother, and corporate leader that could be invested in the lives of so many people. My hope is that you will be able to enjoy this next season of life, serving God, doing things you love and investing in others.
What would you like Marie to know?
Marie, as your pastor, I want you that you are appreciated so much as a friend and also partner in the ministry.
Marie was my most important colleague as I began my professional life in Chicago. She has been a rock for me personally and professionally and I love her dearly. We trained and ran a half marathon, traveled together and talk just about every day. We lift each other up and I am a better person because of her.
Where did you first meet Marie?
I met Marie at Harris Bank in the summer of 1997 and we became instant friends.
What are 5 adjectives you would use to describe Marie?
Loyal, wise, stylish/beautiful, devout and an extraordinary mother & spouse.
What are your best memories of Marie?
Being part of the Reynolds family and watching the boys while Sam was born. Thrift shopping and “scoring at SA” and coming out so stylish! Our separate trip to Hawaii on the same plane. Marie was my beautiful maid of honor. I loved the Reynolds family trips to Door County. The 2015 100-year flood trip to Charleston for my 50th. The many trips to Grand Haven with long walks and kayaking on Spring Lake. Girls night out with my mom.
What advice do you have for Marie as she embarks on 60 years of life?
Be proud of your many accomplishments and look forward to new adventures. Take time for yourself and the ones you love. Stay healthy. Love big and laugh often!
What would you like Marie to know?
You are my heart, my sister, my family. We’ll always be together, my forever friend!
Marie is my older sister. She has always been the rock in our family. She is successful, kind and compassionate. As the oldest child she had to pave the path for us and do everything first, we were fortunate to have such a special person the lead the way. Marie set the tone in our family and we are all better for it.
Where did you first meet Marie?
When I was born, she is my older sister 😉
What are 5 adjectives you would use to describe Marie?
Smart, beautiful, kind, considerate and loving
What are 5 adjectives you would use to describe Marie?
So many memories growing up together in a pretty funny family. One of my favorite memories is when Marie went to prom in a slinky halston green dress and my friend and I friend were in our awkward phase. We thought Marie was the most elegant cool thing. Throughout my life Marie has always been an incredible role model to her siblings and friends. She is very smart yet humble. She works hard and finds it hard to step away from the action (she just started a new job!) growing up with Marie has been an adventure. One thing for sure you can always rely on Marie.
What advice do you have for Marie as she embarks on 60 years of life?
Keep on doing what you are doing. Hopefully you will take time to stand back and take notice of what an incredible life you have made. You are a wonderful mother to 3 amazing sons. A beautiful and loving wife and a loved sister and daughter. On top of that you have had an incredibly successful career.
What would you like Marie to know?
That I love her and that I am proud of her and I feel so lucky to be her sister.
Marie was absolutely one of my best friends in college! We had so many great times together in Champaign. How many times did we take our picture together? Too many to count!!! We've been friends for 40 years! College, weddings, births and funerals. You have always been there for me and I am truly grateful.
Where did you first meet Marie?
Marie and I were pledge sisters and that it where we first met.
What are 5 adjectives you would use to describe Marie?
Intelligent, beautiful, funny, empathetic and hard working
What are your best memories of Marie?
My best memories are going to Lox, Stock and bagel (almost never eating the house food!), popcorn and Diet Coke!!! We had so much fun living together in the house and going to Kam's when we should have been studying. Becoming little sisters at SAE's and going to all of their dances. Little sisters at Sigma Chi and Fijis - Dan McMahon and John Hagerty. Lots of laughs and late night chats. Spring break in Siesta Key (eau de weed). Trials and tribulations of boyfriends & girl drama!
What advice do you have for Marie as she embarks on 60 years of life?
Marie- you have always stayed true to yourself and I have always admired you for that. Hope you enjoy your sixties with Darryl and your boys. Happy Birthday Marie!!!
What would you like Marie to know?
I would not have met John, if you and I hadn't run into him after accounting class sophomore year!!!