Mary "Marie"

Justice

Mary Marie Justice, aged 71, was promoted to Glory on Friday, September 25, 2026.

Marie was born in Haywood County on May 14, 1955, to the late Clyde and Jessie (Fish) Justice. A cherished sister, aunt, and friend, Marie lived a life guided by faith, warmth, and a deep love for her family and devotion to God.

She is survived by her devoted sister, Patricia (J.E.) Hill; her beloved nieces, Zonya (Ricky) Harris and Scarlett (Armando) Perez; her dear great-nieces, Mariah Harris of Holly Springs, Ricayla (Ashley) Higginbotham, and Leanna Perry; and her newly arrived great-grandnephew, Graham Shuford, whom she recently had the joy of meeting and welcoming into the family.

In addition to her parents, Marie was preceded in death by a sister, Barbara (Vager) Clark and loved ones who paved the path before her. She grew up in the Fines Creek community and attended Belmont Baptist Church. Marie had fond memories of visiting Homer and Maggie Trantham at their store near her home. She treasured the friendships of neighbors and took time to visit and check on those around her. She spent her career as a dedicated kitchen staff member in the hospitality industry. Among her favorite working memories were her years at Joey's Pancake House, a place that held a special spot in her heart because of the deep, family-like connection she shared with everyone there. Marie’s heart was always open to God’s creatures—she deeply loved animals and brought endless warmth and affection to the children in her life.

The family expresses their heartfelt appreciation to Gary and Lilly Wyatt, whose devotion and gentle care brought immense comfort to Marie. A graveside service to honor and celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, October 3, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Fines Creek Memorial Baptist Cemetery.  

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fines Creek Memorial Baptist Church Cemetery, 1128 Match Pax Road, Clyde, NC, 28721, in Ms. Justice's memory.  

Her gentle presence, enduring kindness, and love across generations will be dearly missed and forever cherished. Though she will be deeply missed, her loved ones take comfort in knowing she is fully healed and rejoicing in the presence of God.

The care of Ms. Justice has been entrusted to Wells Funeral Home of Waynesville.