Marjorie C. Hennessee

Memorial Services for Marjorie Hennessee, 89, child of God, loving mother and friend, who entered into the presence of the Lord on April 19, 2023, will be conducted Friday afternoon at 1 o’clock from the Posey Funeral Chapel, Rev. John Meyer officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12:30 PM until the time of the service. Born on a farm August 24, 1933, the second child of H.T. (Talmage) and Annie Kate McWaters, Marge was no stranger to hard work. She was always willing to go the extra mile for her family, whether that meant waking up early to carry fresh cow’s milk to school in exchange for their lunches, or moving back home to take care of her siblings when her mother fell ill. A proud mother to four children of her own, she taught her children the value of hard work, living frugally, and a healthy dose of adventure. With just a touch of ingenuity she could solve any problem - like cooking a roast on the car engine to feed her family on a budget while traveling cross country. Determined to get her college degree, she studied in secret and successfully graduated summa cum laude the week before her second daughter graduated. Marge loved bringing her family together. From family beach trips to organizing “Camp Grandmother Honey” - a week of tea parties, crafts, and dress up with her granddaughters, she valued creating family memories above all else. She was known for her vibrant personality and coined herself “Honey” because she was “sweet like honey”. She loved music and dancing. In later years, after her children left home, she could frequently be found bedazzling colorful outfits to wear shagging with friends. She spent many weekends traveling with her shag group and dancing the night away; often running circles around the younger dancers. She was always up for a new adventure and never met a stranger. Marge continued to work at Belvedere Church, living independently, and traveling with friends until she sadly suffered a massive stroke at 82 years old. The stroke may have taken many of Marge’s physical capabilities but it couldn’t rob her of her spirit. She was known to remind her daughters she was still their mom and therefore in charge whenever they requested she do something like take her medicine or brush her teeth. She had a quick wit and little filter, and always kept everyone on their toes. She is survived by her daughters, Debbie Hennessee, Tammie (Glenn) Meadows, Brenda Hennessee (Robby Osborn); grandchildren, Krystal (Kyle) Oestreich, Megan (Will) Kuckro, Ryan Tengel (José Ibarra), Karoline (DJ) Traynor, Kaitlyn (Hayden) Franklin, Tracy (Ray) Williams and Robert Meadows; great-grandchildren, Reid and Adaline Oestreich, Mason and Baker Franklin, Owen Traynor, Savannah (Steven) Manuel, and Summer and Autumn Archer; as well as 4 great-greatgrandchildren. She is also survived by her siblings Wayne (Joan) McWaters, Jerry McWaters, Lynda Pouncey, Rosalyn (Ed) Ward, Roger (Mary) McWaters. She was preceded in death by her parents H.T. (Talmage) and Annie Kate McWaters and son Robert Hennessee Jr. The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to Marge’s caregivers Beth Leyda and Zoe McLaughlin, as well as her hospice nurse Alayna Edwards. Their love, kindness, and compassion left a lasting impression on Marge and all who loved her. We are forever grateful for each of you. In lieu of flowers the family asks that you make a donation to Smile Train, a charity committed to providing medical care to children born with cleft lip and palate. “Life is full of beauty. Notice it” -Ashley Smith

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Marjorie C. Hennessee

August 24, 1933 - April 19, 2023