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Margie Foote Obituary
December 23, 1929
August 29, 2012
Margie Ellen Foote found relief and comfort Wednesday 29, 2012. From her early childhood she was crippled by an infection, but through life she was able to pretty much keep up with the best of them. She was born December 23, 1929 and attended Sparks Schools and graduated from the University of Nevada. She taught school in Sparks as well as schools in California. In 1955 she opened The Carousel Shop on 10th Street and clothed many of the area children until 1974. She then worked at Harry's Business Machines, a business started by her father, until her retirement. In 1966 she entered politics and served the people of Sparks in the State Assembly and the Senate for 12 years.
She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Harry and Marie Foote. Margie is survived by her brother, Gordon Foote (Carolyn), her niece Lori Keller (Kevin) and Nephew Gary Foote (Jane)as well as Grand Nieces Alyssa and Jillian Keller, Amy and Erica Foote and Grand Nephew Trevor Foote.
A Memorial Service will be held at the Sparks United Methodist Church, 1231 Pyramid Way in Sparks at 3 PM on Friday Sep 7th. In lieu of flowers you are asked to make a contribution to The Sparks Heritage Museum at 820 Victorian Avenue, Sparks, NV 89431
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Memories and Condolences
for Margie Foote
Queen Cheryl Jolley
September 9, 2012
Tenderly.... May time heal your sorrow,
Gently.... May friends ease your pain,
Softly... May peace replace heartache,
And may
Warmest memories remain.
P.Q. Paula Ketels
DAUGHTERS OF THE NILE AMMON-RA TEMPLE NO.56 RENO WILL GREATLY MISS PR. MARGIE AND HER SWEET SMILE
Linda (& Alidya) Russell
September 6, 2012
Although I didn't know Margie but a few short months, she was a great lady to know. I'm pleased to have had the opportunity and privilege to be of help to her in some small way. I learned many things from her about the City of Sparks, we enjoyed discussing politics and just visiting in general. Margie, you will be greatly missed. God Bless You and Your Family.
Kathy Stahlke
September 6, 2012
Marge was a dear friend of our family and we all loved her very much. Many years at church listening to her children devotion and stories that adults learned more than the kids. Please give hugs to all her family.Kathy/Mike Stahlke and Don Genkinger and Amy /Monte Morrison
Jude Lightfoot
September 5, 2012
Margie was one of our favorite sisters in PEO Chapter I of Sparks. Our Chapter was chartered by her Mother Marie and both she and Margie were stalwart members and strong supporters. She will be missed tremendously by all in our chapter and by her many friends in other chapters. We will miss her quick wit and great sense of humor. We love you Margie and wish you and your family peace and love.
Jan Petersen
September 4, 2012
Rest in Peace Margie
Brenda Perryman
September 4, 2012
Margie was such a sweet lady. My mom used to stop by her shop when I was a baby. Then I had the great pleasure of working with her at Harry's Business Machines. She always had a smile on her face and was fun to talk too. I learned many things from her about our hometown of Sparks. She will be greatly missed by me and my family. Rest in Peace Margie.
Love Brenda Perryman (Young)
Karen Critchfield
September 4, 2012
I will miss Margie. I always looked forward to seeing her and discussing politics with her. She was such a good example for our young people. Margie you will definately be missed this election and in future.
Linda Barrow
September 3, 2012
Margie was an amazing woman.My mother Darliene Nelson was a dear friend they went to school togethere..When she came to Carson back in the late 60's and early 70's she would always stop by and visit..She was a very lovely person.Rest in Peace Margie
Al Bonnenfant
September 3, 2012
A Sparks legend... I remember stopping by her shop as a child while shopping with my grandmother.
Always sweet and an absolute voice of reason and strength in state government.
A true community treasure.
Joanne & Rowland Oakes
September 2, 2012
Margie Foote was a beautiful kind honest lady, and very intelligent. She was a delight to visit with and discuss politics. We send our deepest sympathy to her family.
Holly Mitchell
September 2, 2012
I was anne of Mrs. Foote's students and have many wonderful memories of h. My mother also took me to the Carousel shop for my clothes. She and her family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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