Margene Sagers

Margene Orr Sagers

1937 ~ 2025

Grantsville, UT-Margene Orr Sagers, age 87, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2025, in Grantsville, Utah. Born on November 3, 1937, in Provo, Utah, to Charlie Glenn Orr and Velma Peterson. Margene lived a life marked by devotion to her family, a passion for all things small town country living, and a spirited personality that left an indelible mark on all who knew her. Family was at the heart of everything Margene did.

Margene married Weston Hansen in 1954 and had 5 children making their home in Sandy, Utah. Later she remarried Grant Degelbeck and they made their home in Bluewater, NM. Then later moving back to Utah to settle in Rush Valley. After 33 years of marriage Grant passed in 1991. A few years later Margene married whom she referred to as the love of her life John C Sagers.

She is lovingly remembered by her children: Pamela Hansen; Brad (Vikki) Hansen; Lyle (Shelly) Hansen; and Erik (Heather) Hansen. She was also blessed with sixteen grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren who brought immense joy to her life. Margene was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John C. "Jackie" Sagers, and her son Reed Hansen.

Margene had a deep love for researching family history and genealogy-a pursuit that connected her to generations past while strengthening bonds with those around her. She treasured time spent with family, especially during large gatherings filled with laughter and stories. Traveling with cousins brought her great joy, as did hunting through antique shops and yard sales in search of hidden treasures. She had a talent for finding things she knew "someone" would just love. Known for her witty sense of humor and love of practical joke gifts, many fell victim to the oddest of Christmas gifts. Perhaps most special to her were the sleepovers she would have with her grandchildren-nights filled with warmth, fun, and memories they will carry forever.

Margene dedicated several years of her life to working as a Special Ed/Needs Teacher Aid for the Tooele School District. Her work with "her kids" was not just a job-it was both rewarding and a cherished part of her life. After retiring from the school district she would spend her days helping her husband "Jackie" with the cows at the ranch in Rush Valley, UT.

Margene had a unique way of bringing smiles to those around her. Fiercely protective of those she loved, she never hesitated to speak her mind-often with candor that could be both cantankerous and endearing. You always knew where you stood with Margene-and you always knew you were loved. Margene's legacy lives on through the lives she touched-with honesty, humor, strength, and unwavering love. May her memory bring comfort to all who knew her.

A celebration of life will be held Friday July 18th, 2025 at the historic Sandy City Main Street park starting at 10 a.m. 90 E 8720 S, Sandy.