Marsha passed peacefully with her family by her side after a long battle with cancer.

Marsha was born October 2, 1953, to Gloria and Rudolph Copeland in Flagstaff Arizona. She spent most of her early childhood moving around. Eventually Gloria settled in Rupert where Marsha attended local schools.

After school Marsha met and married Steven Parsons, having a daughter Kimberly. Later Married Jim Thurston and had a son Kelly Thurston. And then finally met and Married the Love of her life Keith Bendele in 1985 who brought a son Wayne Bendele to the family.

Keith and Marsha stayed in the Mini- Cassia area throughout their life together. Enjoying camping, fishing and spending as much time together as possible.

Marsha worked for Mc Cains / Ore-Ida for many years then moved on to manage IYR store in Burley until her retirement. Marsha loves camping, fishing, crafting, collecting things and most of all her cats.

Marsha is survived by her husband Keith Bendele. Daughter Kim (Chuck), Brewer and their children. Son Kelly (Chelsea)Thurston and their children. Son Wayne (Marie), Bendele and their children.

Marsha is also survived by a sister Ruthanne (Ron) Crosby, Sister Wanda (Dan) Murri. Brother Greer (Kay) Copeland. Many nieces and nephews and many more great nieces and nephews.

Marsha was proceeded in death by a son, her parents Gloria and Rudolph. Grandparents Mary and Joseph Ward, Sister Melody (Bill) Fox. Brother Tyrone (Brenda) Copeland. Stepfather Hugh McKendrick.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday July 24 at 11:00 a.m. at Morrison Funeral Home located on 188 South Highway 24 in Rupert, Idaho. A picnic potluck will be held afterwards, and the location will be announced at service.