Marjorie Arlene Clevenger, 99, died on Nov. 10, 2020 at Hillcrest Manor Nursing Home in Hamilton.
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On Dec. 25, 1920 Marjorie was born to George and Blanche Porter Dorrel in Oyer.
Marjorie’s family relocated to Hamilton in January 1928, moved to Birmingham for five years, then returned to Hamilton permanently in 1933.
Marjorie attended Hamilton High School, graduating in the class of 1939.
As a young woman, she accepted Christ at the Hamilton Baptist Church, joined Grandview Evangelical United Brethren Church, and spent the last 45 years as a member of the Hamilton Federated Church.
On Jan. 28, 1941, Marjorie and Ansel Clevenger were married at the First Presbyterian Church in St. Joseph. He preceded her in death.
She belonged to several clubs. During WWII, Marjorie worked at the Motor Radio Laboratories Defense Plant.
She is survived by children Jill (Allen) Gentry and Joe (Debbie) Clevenger, of Hamilton; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren.
Marjorie was also preceded in death by her parents; sisters Wanda Shrock and June Edwards; brother, Carlos Dorrel; one niece; and two brothers-in-law.
Due to COVID, the decision for a private family service was made. Cremation has been entrusted to Bram Funeral Home, Hamilton. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Highland Cemetery or the Hamilton Federated Church and will be accepted by Bram Funeral Home.