Marjorie Joan Preusz

Marjorie devoted her life to her family and church. She had a remarkable gift for remembering the little things that made others happy – favorite foods, comforts, preferences, and routines. Her kids and grandkids knew they could count on a well-stocked cupboard and fridge for their visits. She spent months planning gifts and games for Christmas, her favorite time of the year.

Marjorie served as church pianist and organist for most of her life in Indiana, North Carolina, and South Carolina alongside her husband, Wayne, who pastored the churches. She and Wayne devoted themselves to each other through the highs and lows of 73 years of marriage, and their gentle affection remains an inspiration to many. Musically gifted, Marjorie started playing and singing for church at age twelve. She could read music but typically did not need to. Rather, she would read the mood of the church service and provide the perfect background music from her creative mind and memory. She also dedicated countless hours to developing and leading children’s church programs.

Marjorie loved shopping, rearranging furniture for a fresh look, and spending time with family. She enjoyed daily lunches at Jimmy’s Family Restaurant, getting to know the owners and staff. She prayed daily for her family and was known for her lively conversations and sharp wit. Her mind and memory remained strong until her final days. She loved to cut up with friends. In fact, with two or three of her long-time friends you could be sure that mischief would ensue if they were together. Her family and friends will remember her warmth, humor, and the many ways she cared for them.

She is survived by her husband, T. Wayne Preusz of Pickens, SC; four children: Debbie Hines (Barry) of Plain City, OH, Rachel Gulledge (Scotty) of Canton, MI, Mike Preusz (Sandy) of Pickens, SC, and Paula Lemons (Derrick) of Watkinsville, GA.

She is also survived by eight grandchildren: Chad Hines (Heather) of Plain City, OH, Christy Thompson (Cory) of Plain City, OH, Cory Sáenz (Hunter) of Charlotte, NC, Joshua Gulledge (Lyndsay) of Pinckney, MI, Caleb Gulledge (Julie) of Dunwoody, GA, Michaela Cisneros (Austin) of Manhattan, KS, Nathaniel Lemons of Athens, GA, and Zachary Lemons of Watkinsville, GA.

She is survived by twelve great grandchildren: Kyle Hines (Ashley), Lexi Hines, Gavin and Reese Johnson; Blake, Lauryn, Mackenzie, and Avery Gulledge; Jaina, Scarlett, and Rory Gulledge; Casyn Cisernos.

She is preceded in death by her parents Herbert and Edith Johnson, her sister Lucretia Call, her brother Wayne Johnson, and her grandson Jonathan Gulledge.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 11:50 AM with the funeral service to begin at 12:00 PM at Pickens View Wesleyan Church, 744 Bethlehem Ridge Road, Pickens, SC.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Pickens View Wesleyan Church or Agape Care of South Carolina.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.dillardfunerals.com. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.