Orlene "Joette" Marback
July 14, 1938 ~ November 22, 2023
Born in:
McVille, ND
Resided in:
Fargo, ND
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It is with great sadness the family of Joette (Martinson) Marback, 85, of Fargo, ND announces her passing on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, at Elim Nursing Home.
Joette was born July 14, 1938, in McVille, ND to Orlando and Thelma Martinson. She attended school in Pekin/McVille, ND. Joette married the love of her life, James “Jim” Marback August 25, 1956, in Devils Lake, ND. They lived in Williston, Devils Lake, Grand Forks and Fargo, ND where they raised their four children.
Joette worked as a bookkeeper for many years in Grand Forks and Fargo until her retirement. She was a longtime member of Nativity Catholic Church of Fargo and was an active volunteer. She was a loving mother who enjoyed cooking, reading, crossword puzzles, crocheting, playing cards and traveling.
Joette was a dedicated wife, an incredible mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt and friend.
Joette is survived by her husband of 67 years Jim, Fargo, ND; daughters Julie (Doug) Thorstad, and Lori (Mike) Jandro, Fargo, ND; sons Richard (Pam) Marback, North Carolina, and Steven (Pam) Marback, Grand Forks, ND; 8 grandchildren Jason and Joey Thorstad; Jimmy, Stacy, and Kyle (Jatia) Jandro; Kelsey (Mackenzie) Steen; Brittany (Nick) Okke; and Jenny (Richard) Barnes; 11 great grandchildren; sister Pauline Kvamme, Grand Forks, ND; as well as many nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother Wesley; sister in-law Elaine; nephew Brian; brother in-law Odin; niece Marlene; brother in-law/sister in-law Val and Carol Marback.
The family would like to express their most sincere appreciation to the staff at Elim Nursing Home for their kind and compassionate care of Joette. We would also like to thank Hospice of the Red River Valley for their support.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to “Friends of Chimbote” mission at https://www.friendsofchimbote.org/donate. PH: 701-364-0162.
Services
Visitation - Tuesday: December 5, 2023 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Nativity Catholic Church, Fargo
1825 S 11th St.
Fargo , North Dakota 58103
(701) 232-2414
https://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/
Memorial Service - Tuesday: December 5, 2023 2:00 pm
Nativity Catholic Church, Fargo
1825 S 11th St.
Fargo , North Dakota 58103
(701) 232-2414
https://www.nativitycatholicchurch.net/
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Joette was the “consummate” hostess! No one could ever make anyone feel more welcome into their loving home than Jim and Joette. Many years ago, it was determined by my wife Eileen, and Jim & Joette that I needed to learn how to play Pinochle. Jim & Joette boldly took on the task! Over the course of these years, we spent countless hours together, whether it be at their summer lake place or taking turns at one another’s homes. It is with great sadness that we heard of Joette’s passing. But we have countless memories of our fun times together which we will hold on to forever. This may sound selfish on my part, but I would like to think that no one ever knew the “real” Joette Marback unless they threw out the “wrong” card during a tense game of Pinochle. If people can gather together around a table and feast in heaven, Joette will be found wandering somewhere between the kitchen and dining room, making sure that the table is properly set complete with place cards and everything in the kitchen is properly seasoned.
With Our Sincerest and Most Heartfelt Sympathy,
Greg & Eileen Glur
So many memories of Jim and Joette while growing up. Joette always a beautiful smile and warm welcome to her home. Mom and dad had many wonderful years traveling with them on many trips. Jim and dad were the instigators and always were their own best fans! Will always treasure the heartfelt memories of all of them. A big hug to Jim and all you kids. I was hoping to be there today. We need to meet up in Fargo in the near future. Joette is now at peace and love to all of the Marback family.
Steve & Pam, very sorry to learn of the death of Joette.
I’m so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. May the Lord wrap his arms extra tight around you all at this time.
My prayers and thoughts are with you,
Jana
Brad and Mary Mohs