Marjorie H Spackman

Marjorie Snow Hall Spackman, peacefully passed away at the age of 91 on November 10, 2011. She was the eldest of four children born to Leah Snow Hall and Virgil Hall on May 28, 1920, in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was the big sister to Norman, Gilbert and Janice DeVore.

Marge graduated from South High School and then furthered her education at the U of U, where she was a member of Delta, Delta, Delta Sorority. She earned her degree in elementary education; which allowed her to pursue her passion for education of the arts and working with young children.

"Mrs Spackman" influenced young minds by making learning fun for more than thirty years teaching 3rd and 4th grades in the Salt Lake City School District. Her students would approach her with fond memories of how she made an impact on their lives. She was extremely proud to be a great teacher and a member of Delta Kappa Gamma.

In 1941, Marge married the love of her life, Earl David Spackman and together they raised five wonderful children including: David (Annette), Sydney Perry (Richard), Mitch (Karen), Marsha and Bryan (Crystal). She was called Grandma Marge by her twelve grandchildren and seventeen great- grandchildren. She was preceded in death by: husband Earl, daughter Marsha, son David and grandson Michael.

Marge and Earl were happily married for 64 years. Once retired, they travelled often to Hawaii, Europe, Mexico, and Sun Valley.

Quintessential and die-hard Ute fans, Marge and Earl were an institution during their forty year run as season ticket holders, always wearing Crimson red and singing the Utah Man.

Marge loved art, painting, swimming, children, teaching, singing and dancing. Her kindness and love infused every activity and relationship.

A memorial service in Marge's honor will be held Wednesday, November 16 at 11am. At the Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 South Highland Drive where friends may call at 9:45 am prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the American Diabetes Association .

Arrangements under the direction of Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, Salt Lake City, UT.