Marie Usilton Dulin

Marie Usilton Dulin peacefully went to be with her Lord on March 24, 2021. Born in Price, Maryland, to Lewis and Peachie Usilton, she was preceded in death by her sister, Violet, and her two brothers, Harold and Grant. She married Omer G. Dulin Jr. on January 10, 1942 and spent 70 years by his side until his death in 2012. Being the oldest child, Marie learned to “take care of others” early in life and that core value never changed. She was a hard worker and a partner to Omer in farming the land, milking the cows, and preparing huge and delicious meals. No one can quite duplicate her fried chicken or macaroni and cheese. Together, they lived a life on the land and their family farm remains a part of the Dulin family. At age 8, a friend took her to Wye Mills Methodist Church where her Sunday School teacher happened to be Omer’s mother. Marie remained devoted to this church her entire life. She attended her last service in March 2020 prior to the COVID shutdown. She loved that church and held almost every position possible including teaching the pre-school Sunday School class for 50 years and coordinating countless dinners served there. She helped raise ministers’ children and every minister serving during her lifetime enjoyed delicious meals at her home. She loved Bible study and was a true example of what it means to “walk the walk.” Along with Wye Mills Church, she was devoted to her family. She is survived by sons J.C. Dulin, Dan Dulin (Mary Anne Rogers), and daughter, June VanTilburg. She had a definite hand in helping to raise her grandchildren, Stacy Dulin (Shelly) of Oxford, Md., Nick VanBuskirk (Joyce Brew) of Seattle, WA, Tina Lucarelli (Nick) of Westlake, OH, Doug Dulin (Cheryl) of Bradenton, FL, Tillie Metz of Preston, MD and Jeremy Dulin (Jennie) of Annapolis, MD. Grandson, Joe Dulin predeceased her. She took great, , delight in those special great-grandchildren including Matt Dulin (Amanda Bowen), Sam Dulin, Isabella Lucarelli, Roman Lucarelli, Meghan Dulin (Matthew Crockett), Bailey Dulin, Arianna Dulin, Tobi Metz (Stu Glenn II), Katelyn Metz (Kevin Miller Jr.), J.J. Dulin, Gemma Dulin and Geo Dulin. Great Grandson, Dougie Dulin, predeceased her. Anyone who knew Marie really “knew her.” She was genuine, caring and was rarely heard saying anything negative about anyone. She lived on this earth to give to others and do the best that she could in all things. If you were a relative or friend of Marie, you probably received numerous cards from her for all occasions and sometimes with a few dollars enclosed. The notes she often included were ones to be cherished. Marie had a beautiful smile and she loved to laugh. Her gentleness was infectious when you were with her. She was a bright light in this world and will be sorely missed by those who loved her. Yet we are so grateful that we had the privilege to share part of her life’s journey with her. The family would like to thank the staff at Candle Light Cove who have cared for and loved Marie so much during her time there. You have truly been our heroes, especially during the last year. The greatest tribute you could pay Marie at her death is to become the best person that you can be and please reach out and care for others. That is how she lived her life. If you would like to honor her with a donation it can be sent to Wye Mills Methodist Church %Lynda Wiggins, 402 Marvel Court, 2nd Floor, Easton, MD 21610. Viewing hours will be Monday, March 29th from 5:00-7:00 PM at Fellows, Helfenbein & Newnam Funeral Home, 200 S Harrison St, Easton, MD with social distancing and mask requirements in place. Graveside services will be held at Woodlawn Memorial Park, 11365 Ocean Gateway, Easton, Md on Tuesday, March 30th at 10:30 AM with The Rev. Mr. Al Taylor officiating. After 97 blessed years on this earth she is now in Heaven and we have a new angel watching over us all.

Marie Usilton Dulin

July 22, 1923 - March 24, 2021