Florence Marshall

Florence E. McGregor-Marshall was born on January 13, 1948 to her parents Watt and Willie Mae McGregor in Quanah Texas. Florence was the ninth of twelve children, and the youngest girl.The family relocated to Denver, Colorado in 1952. Florence received her formal education through the Denver Public School system and graduated from Manual High School.

Florence gave birth to two sons, Dwayne "Slick" Campbell who proceeded her in death and Robert Thompson Jr. She was a very devoted mother, working hard to provide for her boys. In 1986 she became a grandmother and would later have nine more grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Her children and grandchild best describe her as being a strict but very compassionate, fun, and loving women.

During her earlier years Florence worked for several different companies, but was never satisfied. This helped lead to her decision to open up her own business. Due to her strong passion for education and childcare Florence went back to school to obtain her directors certificate, and in 1990 she opened Day One Learning Center.

She believed in setting a strong foundation for early childhood education. Day One was more than just a business to Florence it was her pride and joy and one of her greatest accomplishments. She provided 100's of children with the foundations of education, meals and a chance to explore their community through a variety of fieldtrips.

Florence continued her schooling and professional development over many years to stay current with changes in education and to continue providing excellent care. In addition to helping children and families Florence provided jobs as well as education opportunities to her family, friends and other members of the community.

In her spare time she enjoyed going on day long shopping trips with her niece Barbra Ann Harris, who was more like a sister. She also enjoyed traveling, collecting honorary annual crystal pieces, and attending concerts. She was a HUGE Smokey Robinson fan and would travel far and wide to go see him.

Florence has lived her life as a child of God. She supported her church and Pastor and enjoyed participating in her churches annual hat show. God was the head of her life and she was never afraid to share the power of his love and mercy.

Florence was the matriarch of her family. She was and will forever be their rock. Whenever you needed some help or advice she would be there for you, sometimes whether you wanted her to or not. Without a doubt she loved her family.

In her end days she remained strong, unwavering and faithful to the Lord. As one of her grandchild put it best, she was Flo, right until the very end. She was happy and surrounded by the love and company of her close family and friends. Florence was a beautiful person inside and out. To know her was to love her, her name and legacy will continue to live on forever.

Florence is survived by her siblings, Earl, Joyce, JoAnn, Willie, John and Robert, son Robert Thompson Jr, and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews.

Celebration of Life : December 1, 2018 11:00 am

Emanuel Christian Center
3155 Chambers Rd.
Aurora, CO 80011
303-371-9004

Entombment : December 1, 2018 2:00 pm

Fairmount Cemetery
430 South Quebec Street
Denver, CO 80231

Reception : December 1, 2018 3:00 pm

Emanuel Christian Center
3155 Chambers Rd.
Aurora, CO 80011
303-371-9004