Marjorie "Margie" Marie Brotherton

Marjorie “Margie” Marie Brotherton, 73, of Salem, Virginia passed away after a long illness on November 6th, 2024. Born in Lexington, Virginia on September 18th, 1951,  Margie led a life of advocacy and grit that is nothing short of inspirational. Her devotion to those she loved will echo on through her family she sadly leaves behind including her daughters Susan Clark, Kimberly Smith, Moriah Traylor, and Abigail Brotherton. While her daughters were her love, her absolute pride and joy were her grandchildren that she also leaves behind Samantha Branham, Steve Smith, Kirklend Smith, Ember Horn, Rylie Smith, River Horn, Atlas Horn, Mina Brotherton, Isla Traylor, and Amelia Brotherton, a granddaughter due in December, and great-grandson Eddy Smith. She also is survived by a brother, George Mason, a niece and nephews and many dear friends and union sisters and brothers all over the United States. 

Margie was devoted to making a better tomorrow in whichever way she could. Whether it was a phone call, a meal, or gift, she could be counted on to be there to support. She loved coffee, dark chocolate, and putting pressure on those voting against basic human rights. She was fiercely passionate for civil, labor, and women’s rights. She spent her career as a postal clerk for the USPS, but her passion was with both the Coalition of Labor Union Women (CLUW) and the American Postal Workers Union (APWU). She could be counted on to campaign and lobby for the candidates and issues that supported the changes that needed to happen. 

Margie passing away only moments into the day after election day should be no surprise to anyone who knew her. She would make her vote count. While she would have an opinion on which candidate or issue to vote for, she’d be much more upset if someone didn’t exercise their right to vote. To honor her, her family is asking that you research every candidate and issue and vote in each election, each time. 

Margie will be sorely missed by those who loved her and would want you to always remember that she loves you “ 'bout that much.” 

A celebration of life ceremony will be held next spring to gather and honor a life well lived.