Marilyn Ware-Parsons, 66, of Fruitland, MD formerly of Princess Anne, MD was born on November 23, 1958, to the late Sarah M. Holland-Armwood and John Boston. “Molly” as she was affectionately known, departed this life August 17, 2025, at Tidal Health in Salisbury, MD. The other father figure in her life was the late Wendell James Thomas Armwood (Dippy) who helped raise her whom she loved dearly.
Molly was educated in the Somerset County Public School System and graduated from Washington High School in 1977. She worked at King Miller Cannery where she met her first husband, James E. Ware. They joined in Holy Matrimony on July 11, 1978, and were married for 20 years. She moved to Florida with James and her two children and went to Miami School for Nursing where she graduated in 1980 as a Nursing Asst. After moving back to Maryland, she went to school for secretary and graduated. She worked at Parole and Probation. Later she took night classes to become a Kindergarten Teacher, then worked at Wesley Temple as a teacher for over 20 years. After that, she was the caregiver for her mother until her mother passed. She was later married to Andrew Parsons.
Molly was a very loving and caring person. She gave of herself unselfishly to help care for so many children who are too numerous to name. Molly was saved and she attended Trinity Full Gospel Fellowship Center Church, Princess Anne, MD under the leadership of Apostle Carolyn Spence faithfully until her health failed. She loved the Lord, and she had strong faith.
Left to cherish her memories are six children, Fonda Holland (Frederick, MD); Kevin Ware (San Antonio, TX); LaCher Ware; Enrique Ware; Hyjieh Ware and Andrew Ware-Parsons, all of Salisbury; 13 grandchildren; six siblings, Leroy Holland (West Virginia); Rebecca Selby (Carlie) Pocomoke, MD; Donald Armwood (Pat); Arlene Cottman and Lillie Beckett, all of Princess Anne, MD and Margaret Owens, Salisbury, MD and host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
In addition to her parents, Molly was preceded in death by her first husband, James (Willie) Ware; two brothers, Emerson Cottman and Oscar Cottman (Bunky Boy); two sisters, Sarfrances Spence and Josephine Smith and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held 12:00 PM Saturday, August 30, 2025, at Anthony E. Ward, Jr. Funeral Home, 30639 Hampden Ave., Princess Anne, MD.
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May you rip my dear cousin and to the children you are in my prayers Rebecca I am here if you need me
We thank you so much for your prayers. I’m sure Aunt Becky will be in contact if anything is needed.
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Ms. Marilyn. She was such a sweet person. My heart felt condolences to the family. 🙏🏽❤️
We thank you. It’s beautiful to see all the lives she has touched with her kindness.
R.I..P. MY DEAR FRIEND, MY HEART FELT SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO ALL THE FAMILY…WHOM I LOVE DEARLY…I PRAY YOU ALL PUT YOUR HANDS IN GODS HANDS AND HE WILL CARRY YOU THROUGH THE STORM…I LOVE YOU MUCH..AUNT JUDY 😪🙏♥️
My deepest condolences 🙏🙏
To the Ware Family
My condolences goes out to each of you. I met Molly through our daughters being friends/classmates. I enjoyed being around her and having great talks. She will truly be missed. I will cherish the friendship and memories. RIP My Friend until I’m able to see you again.
Many stones thrown
And many stones unturned
Only we know the story
But I am going to miss you
we will meet again
Love you girl
Very, beautiful and sweet lady. She always had a pleasant spirit about. May God grant the family peace, comfort and love. S.I.P Mrs.Marilyn😔
My condolences to the Ware family. Ms Molly was a true friend. Nikki, Andrew and Ricky you are in my prayers and thoughts. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Molly was just like family to us, she would welcome us to wherever she was. Prayers for the family with lots of love and hugs.
My condolences to the entire family which includes myself. I did get to speak with Molly on several occassions during her illness we prayed and praised God together. Her faith was strong and she believed that God was in control. She often spoke of her love for the Lord and how he had brought her thus far and she also spoke of the love of her family. RIP Molly, you will forever be missed.
Sending condolences to the family
My Condolences and Prayers to the family sorry for Your loss.
My Deepest condolences to the Family. My Sister Barbara and I worked with Molly many years ago at the canning house. She was one of the nicest people you could meet. Rest in Peace Molly.❤️🌹