Marion Lee Talley Connelly, age 59, of Fayetteville, TN, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. A native of Fayetteville, TN, Marion was the daughter of the late Rex and Patsy Henson Talley.
Marion was a 1985 graduate of Lincoln County High School and earned an Accounting degree from Middle Tennessee State University, where she was also a cheerleader. She made a lifetime career at Old Time Pottery, starting her employment there while in college.
Marion is survived by her loving husband of 32 years, Kevin Clark Connelly; her precious sons, Caleb Austin Connelly and Jacob Henson Connelly of Fayetteville, TN; her sister, Pam (Mike) Storey of Columbia, TN; her nephews, Ryan (Lauren) Storey, Brent (Heather) Storey, Tyler (Brittain) Storey, and Chase (Renee) Hooten; along with numerous family members and dear friends.
In addition to her parents, Marion was preceded in death by her sister, Kimberly Ann (Talley) Hooten, as well as her grandparents, Charles and Lyndall Talley and Ellis and Annette Henson.
Although Marion’s time here was short, she cherished every day while enjoying being a loving wife and mother, celebrating life to the fullest with a multitude of friends, and always sharing a beautiful smile and a kind heart with all she touched.
Visitation for Marion Connelly will be conducted Friday, October 9, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Higgins Funeral Home in Fayetteville, TN. The Celebration of Life service will begin at 2:00 p.m. immediately following visitation. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Cemetery in Fayetteville, TN.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in memory of Marion Connelly to Rose Hill Cemetery, P.O. Box 270, Fayetteville, TN 37334, or in memory of Marion Connelly to the Lupus Research Alliance (www.lupusresearch.org).
Higgins Funeral Home is privileged to offer comfort, care, and support to the family of Marion Lee Talley Connelly.
Kevin. Jacob and Caleb, So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family. Mark and Cindy Gibson and Zaden Lewter
Kevin and family,
I am so deeply sorry for your loss. Marion was such a dear friend and bright light during high school when we first met, and her warmth and spirit clearly stayed with her throughout her entire life.
It was always a joy to catch up at reunions and hear about the beautiful life and family you built together. Holding you, your sons, and your extended family close in my thoughts as you navigate this heartbreak.
Tammy & Keith Brandon
Kevin & family, so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and may God comfort and heal your broken hearts. Marion was kind and loving to those she knew. Such a beautiful woman.
Annie Ruth and I were saddened to learn of Marion’s passing. May God give the family comfort during this difficult time. 🙏🙏
Marion was such a joyful soul and beautiful inside and out. Our hearts are breaking for you Kevin and you boys and all of the family. Our sympathy is with you and all of us who were blessed to have shared this life with her.
We are so very sorry for your loss; God bless the family!
Marion was a lifelong classmate. We enter kindergarten together and graduated together. Only the institutions we chose for college separated or education paths. The same for Kevin. My sincere condolences to her family. Class of ’85 some of the best, many Christ Followers!
Kevin, Caleb and Jacob we are so sorry for the loss of Marion. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joe, Pam, Tyler and Trey Anderson
Kevin and family, so sorry for your loss. Such a precious person. Praying for God’s comfort during this time
I am so sorry to hear about Marion’s passing. Prayers are with the family. God bless, Janice & Brent Gregory
Sending prayers to Kevin and family. Marion was such a sweet beautiful friend and classmate. .