Marjorie L. Worman, age 98, passed away peacefully on December 28, 2012 at the Poppen House following a brief illness. She was born on September 21, 1914 to Charles B. and Charlotte VanKirk and lived in the Oak Park, IL area in her formative years with her beloved sisters, Betty and Shea. It was in the Chicago area that she met the love of her life, Darby. They lived the nomadic life of a Navy couple, moving around the United States until they finally settled in Adrian, MI where they lived for 25 years. During that time they enjoyed playing golf at Lenawee Country Club, where Marjorie distinguished herself as a modest but fierce competitor. She often raised their two children, Patricia and Jeffrey, by herself, since Darby was frequently out of town pursuing his sales career. She was a devoted mother, attending a myriad of pool shows, basketball games, and various other activities that her children pursued. When Darby retired, they moved to Clearwater, FL, and when he died in 1990, Marjorie continued to live there independently until 2010. At that point, she relocated to Chestnut Fields in Muskegon to be closer to family and friends who loved her funny, feisty ways. Marjorie was a devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend, and she was known for her genuine caring for others, whether they be man or beast. She was also a selfless individual who contributed to a wide variety of charities. Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband Darby; her sister Charlotte (Shea) Schwalm; and daughter Patricia (Pat) Townsend. She is survived by her son, Jeffrey Worman; sister, Elizabeth (Betty) Solyom; grandchildren Stephanie Worman Smith, Allison Worman, and Craig and Kevin Vasel, and great grandchildren Elise Smith and Tristan Vasel. A family celebration of Marjorie's life will take place in the spring. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to Marjorie's favorite charity, World Vision. Condolences and favorite stories may be sent to: clockfuneralhomeofwl.com.
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Published in Grand Rapids Press on Jan. 6, 2013