Marjorie Ann Staerkel's Obituary
Marjorie A. Staerkel, age 90, was called home to heaven on June 18, 2024. She was born on February 23, 1934 in Oshkosh a daughter of the late Arthur and Selma (Krenke) Dahms. On November 19th 1954 she married Henry P. Staerkel and lovingly raised her family. Henry preceded her to heaven in 1990. Marjorie was a faithful member of Grace Ev. Lutheran Church being active in the choir, LWMS and Grace Circle. Her faith and love were a shining example to all who knew her. She greatly enjoyed bowling and golf and playing cards, especially cribbage.
She is survived by and her memory will be cherished by her brother, LeRoy Dahms; two sons, Jim (Sandy) Staerkel of Oshkosh and Michael (Cheri) Staerkel of Sleepy Eye, MN; a daughter, Jan (Don) Rogers of Oshkosh; grandchildren, Chad Staerkel, Annie (Brian) Moore, Tammi (Matt) Kohlman, Brian (Laura) Rogers, Jessica (Jeremy) Poch, Joshua (Allie) Staerkel; great-grandchildren, Christian (Nadine), Sam, William, Emma, Megan, Charlie, Callie, Carly, Brighton and Alaina. She is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Lester, Victor and Richard Dahms; three sisters, Winona Dahms, Bernice Ferg and Char Youngwirth.
A memorial service celebrating her life will be held on Friday, June 28, 2024 at 2:00 pm at Grace Ev. Lutheran Church, 913 Nebraska Street in Oshkosh with the Rev. Chadwick Graham officiating. A time of visitation will be held at the church on Friday from 12 noon until the time of service. The family wishes to thank the staff of Bella Vista and Preceptor Hospice for the wonderful care they provided Marjorie. In lieu of floral expressions, a memorial has been established in her name at Grace Ev. Lutheran Church.
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