Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Marjorie Calhoun Obituary
Born on March 28, 1934 in Franklin, Ga. to the late Alvin and Verda Kent Rogers. Born into a family of educators, she became a school principle. Marjorie was a graduate of LaGrange High School and the University of Georgia with a music degree. She received a masters and doctoral degree from the University in Reading Education.
Marjorie married Calfrey C. Calhoun, also an educator, in September 1960. She taught music in Heard County Public Schools and was later a principle and school administrator with the Barrow County Schools. She spent five years as a member of the Education Faculty at East Carolina University and moved to Albany, Georgia in 1988 to become principle of Lee County Elementary School. She later served as principle of Lee County Middle School and Kinchafoonie Elementary School.
She was an active member of the Milledge Ave. Baptist Church where she taught the Friendship Sunday School Class.
She is survived by her husband Dr. Calfrey C. Calhoun, daughter and son in law, Maria and Royce Pittman; son and daughter in law, Alan and Millie Calhoun; four grandchildren, Connor and Meredith Pittman, Stephanie and Nicholas Calhoun, one brother Wendell Rogers and one niece Andrea Brown.
Funeral services will be held at 2PM Tuesday at the Milledge Ave. Baptist Church with Dr. Edward Bolen and Rev. Claude McBride officiating. Interment will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park. The family will receive friends 6-8PM Monday at Bernstein Funeral Home. On line tributes may be made at www.Mem.com.
Pallbearers will be Wally Houston, Rick Stephens, Dan Akin, Franklin Scott, Jimmy Goodwin and Bill Benton.
Bernstein Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.
Athens Banner-Herald, Monday, Nov. 17, 2003
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Marjorie Calhoun
Laura Pasteka
November 11, 2023
She was a treasure to education and the world.
Robert & Margaret Calhoun
December 8, 2003
Dear Calfrey and Family:
We're sorry to hear about Marjorie's passing. She was such a friendly and kind person.
Lyn&Eva&Wesley Odom
November 28, 2003
Calfrey, We are sorry to hear of
Marjorie passing. We talked with Mamma. Joel, and Terry visited us in Alabamba on Thanksgiving, and we went to Centerville and visited Brian, and Connie. All of our prayers are with you and your family.
Carol Marbury
November 21, 2003
I have so many fond memories of Dr. Calhoun. She and I had some great conversations about school events as well as our common Christian beliefs. I was so honored when she asked me if I would come and talk to her Sunday School Class about the issues of abuse that plague the lives of children. She had such a heart for the vulnerable and innocent little ones whose lives are often shattered because of family problems. I feel very blessed to have known her, and it was my great privilege to work with her as the counselor in the new Kinchafoonee Primary School.
Georgia Temples
November 21, 2003
I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Calhoun's passing. She was a wonderful woman. She had a very positive influence on my life. I am very grateful to her for believing in me and for being my friend.
Laura Cloud
November 20, 2003
Dear Calhoun Family,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Dr. Calhoun was a "true" inspiration to educators. She will be greatly missed but her spirit, drive, and enthusiasm will live on in our hearts and classrooms. I send my love to you all.
Laura Cloud and Family
Joan Burns
November 20, 2003
It was a pleasure knowing Dr. Calhoun. She was an example to follow in the field of education. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Bobbye Pruet-Houston
November 20, 2003
I worked with Dr. Calhoun as a 6th grade teacher at Twin Oaks Elementary in Leesburg, Georgia. She taught me so much about teaching and how love is a major factor. She was a wonderful person and a true Educator. She will be missed.
Bobbye Pruet/Houston
Barry Justice
November 20, 2003
What a wonderful and sweet-spirited lady.She had alot of class and was always so kind and thoughtful to me and others.She always had and gave great ideas to help children.God surely Blessed us all.
Karen Moncrief
November 20, 2003
Dr.Calhoun was such a strong leader. Everyone had the utmost respect for her. I feel very fortunate to have served as one of her teachers. She will always be remembered.
Barbara Hall
November 19, 2003
Dr. Calhoun was always very good to me. She hired me and was my principal when I was going through my divorce. She was always concerned for me and for my children. There were many times that I went to the lunchroom to pay for my lunch and found they had already been paid. When she went to Twin Oaks, she made sure I had a place with her there. I will miss her greatly as I know you will. Thanks for all the years you shared her with us. Sincerely, Barbara Hall
Tammy Tompkins
November 19, 2003
As a newcomer to Lee County I never had the opportunity to work with Dr. Calhoun, however I have heard so many wonderful things about her and her love for children until I feel as though some of her influence has been imparted to me. She is surely missed by those who knew her well, but her life will continue to touch others through the impact she had on those who teach. What a legacy!
Tammy H. Tompkins, SLP
Donna Raper
November 19, 2003
I worked with her and thought she was a great principal. She will always be remembered through all the great things she did.
Sandi Powell
November 19, 2003
I feel honored that I got to work with Dr. Calhoun for a year. She was a great principal and an extraordinary lady. She will be missed, but her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew her.
Dale Ammons
November 19, 2003
Dr. Marjorie Calhoun was a loving and caring educator and friend. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lillie Sinyard
November 19, 2003
I loved and respected Dr. Calhoun. She was always very encouraging and supportive of her teachers and wanted the best for the children in our schools. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Judy Crenshaw
November 19, 2003
I loved working for Dr. Calhoun at Kinchafoonee Primary School. Her love for the children and her staff was apparent in all she did. I am looking forward to seeing her again some day.
Brian &Connie Odom
November 18, 2003
Dear Uncle Calfrey,
Our thoughts are with you, Maria and
Alan today. We know what a tremendous loss you all are feeling right now. We want you to know how
very sorry we are that we could not be there with you. Know that all of you are in our hearts and prayers. We send our love.
Brian & Connie Odom
Chimene Johnson
November 18, 2003
Dr. Calhoun was an example of a master teacher and leader. She inspired her teachers and students to strive towards excellence. She will be deeply missed. My life was blessed working under her leadership. My prayers are with you now as you cherish the memories of a life well lived.
Patsy Bowie
November 18, 2003
Dear Dr. Calhoun and Family, I was saddened to read of Marjorie's death in today's paper. She was very helpful and an inspiration to me when I was a student in the Master's of Business Education program at the University of Georgia. I will never forget you and Marjorie and your kindness and professionalism.
Lynn Stanford
November 18, 2003
I will always remember the good years at Lee County Primary with Dr. Calhoun. She was a very strong and understanding leader. My prayers and thought are with the family. Lynn
Debbie Fulford
November 18, 2003
Debbie Fulford and Lori Whaley
Dr. Calhoun was a wonderful educator. It was a joy to have worked with her in Lee County. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Bernstein Funeral Home
November 18, 2003
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Laura Pasteka
November 17, 2003
Dr. Marjorie Calhoun was an original!
A magical mixture of spunk and humility,determination and kindness, courage and humor. She shared her talent of educating others in the secular as well as the spiritual genre.
The gifts she shared with students, teachers and their families are immeasurable. We have only to look at the scope of her impact to glimpse eternity.
She was my principal, my mentor, my faithful email correspondent but most of all....she was my friend.
With many prayers to comfort you and deepest devotion to her memory,
we send all our love......
Laura Pasteka & Family
(Farron, Ashley & Brittany)
Joel & Terry Odom
November 17, 2003
Dear Calfrey and family:
We are so sorry we couldn't be there for you. Please know that you all are in our hearts and prayers. We know that Marjorie will be heartfully missed. With much love and sympathy, Joel and Terry Odom
Dr. Mary Beth Tedder
November 17, 2003
My Thoughts and prayers are with you. Mary Beth
Showing 1 - 30 of 30 results
Make a Donation
in Marjorie Calhoun's name
Memorial Events
for Marjorie Calhoun
Funeral services provided by:
Bernstein Funeral Home and Cremation Services3195 Atlanta Highway, Athens, GA 30606
How to support Marjorie's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Marjorie Calhoun's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
