Marcia J. Shorter Obituary
The passing of Marcia J. Shorter of Sterling, Ohio leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 10, 2026 at the age of 86. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Marcia J. Shorter or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Dewey Valentine and Ruby Valentine (Devore); her spouse Jessie Charles "J. C." Shorter; and her siblings, Albert Valentine (Faye), Brenda Olsen (Lenny) and Shirley Waite.
She is survived by: her children, Tamberly Porter (Don) of Wadsworth, Elizabeth Reynolds (Chuck) of Effingham, IL, Jesse Shorter, Jr. of Rittman, David Shorter (Dianah) of Rittman and Tracey Nutter (Gary) of West Salem; her adoptive son Jeff Nelson of Sterling; her siblings, Donna Shultz (late Bobby), Christine Hale and Bobby Joe Valentine; her uncle Turpin; and her friend Margie Holt. She is also survived by 20 grandchildren; 43 greatgrandchildren; two great great grandchildren.
