Marlene Daniels

August 10, 1945 - February 15, 2021

Marlene Daniels, age 75 years, a resident of Elkins and Valdosta, GA., passed away Monday, February 15, 2021 in Valdosta, GA. She was born August 10, 1945 at Elkins, a daughter of the late Richard E. and Josephine Kesling Smouse. On January 1, 1964 she was married to John K. “Jack” Daniels who survives. Also surviving is one daughter, Lisa Daniels-Smith and husband Bob of Elkins and one son, John K. Daniels, II of Elkins. Her twin sister, Sharlene LaChey and husband Steve of Huber Heights, OH and two grandchildren, John K. “Jack” Daniels, III and Jennifer Daniels of Elkins. Also preceding her in death was one sister, Betty Jo Shaw. Marlene was a graduate of Elkins High School. She was employed as a budget analyst for the United States Department of Agriculture Wildlife Services Division prior to her retirement. Marlene was a member and Past Worthy Matron of Randolph Chapter No. 74, Order of the Eastern Star and a member of the Ladies Oriental Shrine of North America, Inc. She attended both the Landmark Baptist Church in Elkins, and while in Georgia, attended the Benevolence Baptist Church in Valdosta, GA. A private service for Mrs. Daniels will be held with interment to follow in the Elkins Memorial Gardens. Contributions may be made to a charity of choice in memory of Mrs. Daniels. The Tomblyn Funeral Home of Elkins is in charge of the arrangements for Marlene Daniels. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.tomblynfuneralhome.com.