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Marjorie McCumber Obituary

Clifton Springs, Marjorie M. McCumber age 97, passed away on Thursday October 16, 2025 at Clifton Springs Hospital & Clinic. There were will be no prior calling hours or services. It is requested that memorial contributions be made to the Clifton Springs United Methodist Church 1 E. Main Street Clifton Springs, NY 14432. Mrs. McCumber was born on June 2, 1928 in Clifton Springs, NY the daughter of the late LeVerne and Nellie Howell Siegwald. She was a very active member of the Clifton Springs United Methodist Church. She was a past 4H leader and Girl Scout Leader. Mrs. McCumber loved working in her flower beds and cooking. She also enjoyed looking out her back window at all of the wildlife in her yard. She enjoyed being at home with her family. She is survived by her 2 daughters Nancy (Clarence) Guard of Clifton Springs Janet (Robert) Hollenbeck of Oswego Grandchildren Lisa Hollenbeck Jill (Ted) Rangel Erin (Don) Pritchard Lynn (Nate) Douglas Patrick Guard Jeff (Stacy) Guard Matt (Zoe) Guard 10 Great-grandchildren She was predeceased by her husband Charles, son David McCumber Sister Mary and brother William To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Marjorie, please visit our floral store.

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Published by Finger Lakes Daily News on Oct. 18, 2025.

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Marianne Clock

October 19, 2025

I am sorry to read of Marge´s death. We attended the Clifton Springs United Methodist Church together. What a gracious lady she was. My sincerest condolences. Marianne Clock

Gary Fisher

October 18, 2025

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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