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Marjorie Stafford Obituary
Mrs. Stafford was born in Pittsfield, Ill. She will be remembered as a kind, gentle, sweet and loving mother and friend. Her memorable smile and positive encouraging words of hope will be missed by all.
Mrs. Stafford enjoyed her work and co-workers with York County School Board. She was active with a large variety of volunteer groups including the Yorktown and Cape Henry Women's Club, APVA, NASA, Waterman's Museum and Riverside Hospital.
She was predeceased by her husband, Carl H. Stafford Sr.
She is survived by her children, Carl H. Stafford Jr. of Hilo, Hawaii; Barry G. Stafford of Kihei, Maui; Scott W. Stafford of Albuquerque, N.M.; Joyce Stafford Magary of Virginia Beach, Va.; brother, Howard Griffith of Newport News, Va.; and her sister, Doris Elliott of Las Vegas, Nev.
The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. at Weymouth Funeral Home, Newport News, on Sunday, Nov. 1. Funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. Gentry of Providence United Method Church at 2 p.m. Monday, Nov. 2, at the Weymouth Funeral Home Chapel with interment at the Peninsula Memorial Park.
Memorial donations may be sent to Davis Corner Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, Inc., P.O. Box 68785, Virginia Beach, VA 23471; or a charitable organization of your choice.
Arrangements are by Weymouth Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
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Karen Ragins
November 13, 2009
I learned of Marge's passing when a former co-worker from the York Co. Title IV-C program forwarded the obituary to me. I have such wonderful memories of Marge--always with a smile and a kind word and a positive outlook. I am so grateful that I was able to share a warm conversation with her at our get-together last summer. I will always remember her cheerful soft voice. It was a pleasure to have known her, and I am sorry for your loss.
Verdis Knight
November 3, 2009
I have missed Marjorie's smile and friendly wave as we drive past her house in Grafton. She made me feel like we were old friends. Marjorie and I took swimming lessons together and had so much fun. She was both a supportive classmate as well as an inspiration to everyone as we took to the water. I am saddened to learn of her passing and send condolences to her family. God be with you during this time.
November 3, 2009
Scott, Carl, Barry and Joyce. We haven't kept in touch much, but I wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. Jay Barbee actually informed me of your mother's passing and I found this guestbook to contribute to. Again, my sympathies!
Yvonne Adams
October 31, 2009
It was my priviledge to have known Marge both in Yorktown Woman's Club and in playing bridge. She was such a sweet and caring person. She always smiled; I never saw her frown. She was very proud of her children. May you be comforted by happy memories of past times you shared together. Elvin who worked with her in the School Board Office, and I send you our sincere sympathy for your loss.
Mary Sue Cash
October 31, 2009
My very first job in life, many years ago, was in the York County School Board Office space on Ballard Street. I remember Marge as being so kind, helpful and especially welcoming to a young person just starting out in life. I always remember her with a smile thinking of how she made my first job just a little bit easier. My prayers are with her family.
Nancy Dutro
October 30, 2009
Marge, as I knew her so many years ago when we shared office space in the basement of the school board office on Ballard Street, was so kind and considerate of everyone on our Title IV-C team. I am grateful that I was able to have a meaningful conversation with her at the latest Title-IV-C gathering in Yorktown. She will always have a special place in my heart. I send my deepest sympathy to her beloved family. She was so proud of all of you.
Barbara Miller
October 30, 2009
I remember Marjorie with such fondness. She was a very classy lady and always dressed so beautifully. She was the first person I met when I started attending Providence UMC and we became friends from than on. I missed her when she moved to VB and will miss her even more now.
My condolences to her family. You will be in my prayers.
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