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Marion Greeves
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Marion Janet Cadbury
18 July 1894 |
| Died | 7 July 1979 (aged 84) |
| Nationality | British |
| Known for | Member of the Senate of Northern Ireland |
| Parent(s) | George Cadbury Elizabeth Taylor |
| Relatives | Egbert Cadbury (brother) Edward Cadbury (half-brother) Richard Cadbury (paternal uncle) |
Marion Janet Greeves, who received an MBE, was born Marion Janet Cadbury on 18 July 1894. She passed away on 7 July 1979. Marion Greeves made history as one of the first two women to become a member of the Senate of Northern Ireland.
She was elected as an independent member on 20 June 1950. This meant she did not belong to a specific political party. She served in the Senate until 10 June 1969.
Early Life and Family
Marion Greeves was born in England. Her father was George Cadbury, a well-known Quaker and a kind person who gave a lot to charity. Her mother was Elizabeth Mary Taylor, his second wife.
On 14 February 1918, Marion married William Edward Greeves in Bournville. He was a linen manufacturer, which means he made fabric from flax. Like Marion, William was also a Quaker. He held important local roles, including Deputy Lieutenant and High Sheriff of County Armagh.
Marion and William had five children together: two daughters and three sons. The family lived in a house called Ardeevin House in Portadown, County Armagh.
Public Service and Recognition
Marion Greeves was very involved in her community. She was the President of the Girl Guides organisation in Ulster. A Girl Guides centre is even named after her to honour her work.
In 1948, Marion Greeves was given the MBE. This is a special award from the British monarch for people who have done great things for their country.
Marion Greeves died just before her 85th birthday. She is remembered as a pioneering woman in Northern Irish politics and a dedicated community leader.
