Marjorie Ellen Powers
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Marjorie Ellen Powers

  • March 15, 1928 - November 6, 2011
  • Wichita, Kansas
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“We are sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. May God bless her! Tony & Rosemary Wondrat9c9H ”
1 of 8 | Posted by: Tony & Rosemary Wondra - Wichita, KS

“Mike - You've had your share of sorrow and losing your mom will check your resolve once again. She was a special lady that raised some pretty special...Read More » ”
2 of 8 | Posted by: Jacki & Mike Getchell - Derby, KS

“Dear sharon and Douge Terri annd I want you and your family to know that we are praying for you and we offer our heart felt condolences over the...Read More » ”
3 of 8 | Posted by: Terri and mark Henrry - wichita, KS

“Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. We so enjoyed having Margorie as a neighbor. Dennis will be attending the funeral but...Read More » ”
4 of 8 | Posted by: Dennis and Janet Roemer - Wichita, KS

“Sharon, Mike, David, Judy, & families, I was so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing. She was a wonderful lady always so friendly and nice. I'm so...Read More » ”
5 of 8 | Posted by: Steve Doty - Wichita, KS - Friend

“Ralph and family, We are so sorry to hear of Margie's passing. We know the sadness in your hearts and pray that you will find strength from the love...Read More » ”
6 of 8 | Posted by: Russ and Becky Herron - Gardner, KS

“Dave and Pat, Just heard the news. I am so sorry for your loss. Take care, Shirley Moon ”
7 of 8 | Posted by: Shirley Moon - Wichita - Friend

“Ralph and family, Sorry to hear of Marjorie's passing. I enjoyed seeing her at family reunions and visiting with her. You are all in my prayers. ...Read More » ”
8 of 8 | Posted by: Andrew West - Hutchinson, KS


Powers, Marjorie Ellen (Baker), 83, passed away peacefully on November 6, 2011. She was born on March 15, 1928 in Hominy, Oklahoma to her parents, Walter and Opal. Marjorie was the oldest of 5 children. She married Ralph Powers in Altamont, KS on August 1, 1948. She was a longtime resident of Wichita, Kansas for 60 years. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, and homemaker. She later worked at Life Insurance Company of Kansas until retirement. Marjorie was a member of Mt. Olive Christian Church. She was an accomplished pianist and a soloist for weddings and funerals; she also enjoyed singing in the church choir. Her greatest joy was her family and spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Christine Baker; and daughter-in-law, Janice Powers. Marjorie will be remembered by her loving husband of 63 years, Ralph; children, Mike & Julie Powers, Sharon & Doug Overstake, David & Pat Powers, Ronald Powers, Judy & Tim Ridder all of Wichita, KS; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and siblings, Bill & Delores Baker of Wichita, KS, Evelyn & Al Smith of Cottonwood, MN, Walter Jr. & Pat Baker of Tucson, AZ. Visitation: Wednesday, 5 - 8 pm. Funeral: 10 am, Thursday, both at Lakeview Funeral Home. In honor of Marjorie's great-granddaughter, Madison Wheeler, memorial contributions may be made in lieu of flowers, to Levy Special Education Center, 400 N. Woodchuck, Wichita, KS 67212.