Enloe Mortuary | Shelby, NC

Obituary For Marie Thomas Poston

Mrs. Marie Thomas Poston, 78, of 514 Monroe Street, Shelby, NC passed away on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at her home. Marie was born on August 13, 1945 to the late Roy Thomas and Rosa Wright Thomas in Rutherford County.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, sisters, and her two sons, Brian Poston and Jacques Poston.

Marie was a member of Jerusalem C.F. Church of God in Shelby, NC and was a life-long
faithful member. At church, she was very active and supportive in various auxiliaries and
committees. She served on the Jerusalem Choir, Missionary Department, Pastor’s Aide
Committee, the Usher Board, and the Sunday School Committee. In her earlier years
she was known for baking some of the best cakes, including red velvet. Her work
included textiles. She was a dedicated mother and wife. She was referred to as
“MawMaw” by all of her grandkids. Most of all, she was a woman of God and loved to
praise and worship.

She leaves cherished memories to her husband of 58 years, James Poston Jr.; herchildren Sandra Marie Banks (Thomas); Tony Poston (Sherrie) of; Adam “Neal” Poston (Tracy); Serena Poston-Clark; her grandchildren, Antwan Petty, Dr. Danielle Grier (Dr. Greg), Antonio Petty (Sophia), Domonique Mauney, Matthew Sanderson, Adrian Sanderson, Travon Bullock, Sierra Clark, Tavaris Clark, Corrine Sanderson Poston, Raheem Clark, Orlando Roseboro (Ashley); and her great-grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.

The family will be receiving friends at the home from 1:00 p.m. until 5 p.m. on Tuesday and Wednesday, December 26 and 27, 2023.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 28, 2023, at 1 p.m. at New Providence Full Gospel Church, 947 George Brown Road, Crouse, NC. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Interment will be in the church cemetery.

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I'm sending my deepest sympathies to the Poston family. I'll keep you all within my prayers. Warmly, Contina Strong

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To the Poston family you all have my deepest sympathy. Mary D.Sims

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We have just received the news of Sister Poston's passing. To the family you have our deepest sympathy and please know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. Sis Luvenia Hughes and Pastor Dianne Boyd and families

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Prayers 🙏🙏🙏and condolences to the family of Mrs. Marie Poston. May God give all of you strength and comfort to get through this time of sadness love you all very much. ❤️ Aunt Jackie from Kingstown NC🥰

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Condolences to our family.We are praying for each of you. God is a keeper.We stand together in this celebration of our dear Sister Marie. James and children and grandchildren ,sisters and all the strength that comes from our father is everlasting We the family of the late Mabelle Poston Ross will always be by your side.Peace and Blessings 🙏🏽❤️. Roger/Suzette Ross and extended Poston family

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My prayers are with the Poston family Thomas Davie

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To the family you are in my thoughts and Prayers. And as the days that laid ahead of you may God strengthen you.

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My prayers and condolences to you and your family Denese Lawrence

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Dear Mawmaw, I'm going to miss you girl! You will always be a part of me wherever I go. I'll never forget how much you mean to me. Thank you God for lending us our "Mamaw". And thank You God for taking her back. Fly High Mamaw, With Love, Nikki 🕊️♥️

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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