Margene I. Markham, 80 of Richwood passed away Saturday, December 21, 2013 at the Gables at Green Pastures. She was born April 10, 1933 in Buchanan, Ohio to the late Ralph and Opal (Shaw) Bayhan.
She retired from the North Union School District after 28 years of service at the Claibourne-Richwood Elementary as secretary and also had worked for Xenia City Schools. Margene served her school and thoroughly enjoyed all the students she had contact with during her time there. She always greeted you with a friendly smile and kind word. A longtime member of the Richwood First United Methodist Church, she was also previously involved with Eastern Star and Union County Republican Women’s Club.
Margene’s favorite time of the year was Christmas. She loved decorating the house, cooking for Christmas, and spending time with family and friends. Her biggest enjoyment was her grandchildren, all of whom she loved dearly.
She is survived by her husband, Victor Markham, Richwood, whom she married January 10, 1951 in Greenup, Kentucky; three sons, Gene (Jeri) Markham, Tucson, Arizona; Marty (Teresa) Markham, Richwood; David Markham, Marion; five grandchildren, Jeremiah, Brent (Elizabeth), Kate, Jack, Dylan, nieces and nephews and many friends.
Funeral services will be Saturday, December 28, 2013 at 11:00 AM at the Stofcheck-Ballinger Funeral Home, Richwood with Pastor Joe Rhea officiating. Burial will follow in Claibourne Cemetery. Friends may call on Friday from 4 to 7 PM at the funeral home in Richwood.
Memorial gifts may be made to Richwood First United Methodist Church, 19 South Fulton Street, Richwood, OH 43344 or Alzheimer’s Association, 1379 Dublin Road, Columbus, OH 43215.
Condolences and remembrances may be expressed at www.stofcheck-ballinger.com
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