THIS
LEGACY IS YOURS:
Celebrating the Lasting Contributions of
African American Women
Hattie Marion
Hattie Marion was born on November 16, 1929 in Holly Springs,
Mississippi, the daughter of Abron and Valeria Miller. Hattie
worked on the family farm and attended rural schools until her
marriage to Robert Marion in 1946. After their marriage, they
both worked on the family farm until 1948 and then moved to Champaign,
Illinois. They have 5 children who all attended Champaign Public
Schools.
Hattie has always been very civic and community minded. She is
presently a member of the NCNW and the Champaign County Home Extension
Organization. Hattie is a firm believer in lifelong learning and
is presently taking computer classes where she is enhancing her
computer skills. She also has many talents and skills such as
her love of cooking, canning, quilting, gardening, entertaining
and collecting antiques.
Hattie Marion
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denotes original charter members of the Champaign County Section
of the National Council of Negro Women.