Marjorie “Margie” Ann Sanford, 84, of Bridge City, Texas, passed away on February 20, 2018, in Port Arthur, Texas.
Funeral services will be 2 p.m., Sunday, February 25, 2018, at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange. Officiating will be Reverend Mark Bunch of St. Paul United Methodist Church in Bridge City. Cremation will follow.
Visitation will be from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., Saturday, February 24, 2018 at Claybar Funeral Home in Orange.
Born in Mesilla Park, New Mexico, on May 13, 1933, she was the daughter of George W. Hay and Edith (McDowell) Hay. Margie worked as an administrative assistant for Orange County for 22 years. She was a member and past president of Riparian BPW, an organist at Park Avenue Methodist Church, and a member of United Methodist Woman and Lutcher Service Guild. Margie was an excellent pianist and enjoyed crosswords puzzles, her violets, and animals. She was an incredibly loving mother and grandmother and will be dearly missed by all those who came to know and love her.
She was preceded in death by her parents George and Edith Hay; her loving husband, James R. Sanford; daughters, Michelle Anderson and Lisa Sanford Costilla; great-granddaughter, Ashley Cammack; and son-in-law, James Martin.
She is survived by her daughter, Patricia Martin of Bridge City; son, Mark Sanford and wife Julie of Mauriceville; grandchildren, Marc Musemeche and wife Pat, Cheri Hazi, Melanie Claybar and husband Joey, Jessica Thomas and husband Grant, Joshua Anderson and wife Jenni, Meghan Sanford, and Felecia Martin and Justin Turner; 17 great-grandchildren; brother, John H. Hay and wife Norma Jo; and sons-in-law, Benny Anderson and Ray Costilla.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The American Heart Association at
www.heart.org
, The American Cancer Society at
www.cancer.org
or the Glaucoma Research Foundation at
www.glaucoma.org
.
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Claybar Funeral Home
February 24, 2018
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Anonymous
February 22, 2018
Sweet Tenderness was purchased for the family of Marjorie Ann Sanford.
Pat Musemeche
February 22, 2018
Grandma, was such a wonderful lady! Her love for her family was great and it showed. She was a strong woman of faith and I am so thankful to know that she was met at the gates of heaven by her heavenly father and family. She treated every person kindly her presence will be missed. One of the best people I have ever known. Rest well Grandma. We love you until we meet in again!
Felicia Martin
February 22, 2018
Hello, family, friends and loved ones. She is truly an angel sent from heaven above. She along with so many others down the road has always pushed me to do my best. Also, like so many others along the way she has taught me to stand up for myself, not let others push me around, stand on my own two feet, stand up for what you believe in if it is worth fighting for, make sure your decisions are made by you and not by others who want you to be just like them, and to always treat others the way you want to be treated. She along with so many other people in my life has taught me to live life to the fullest, and to always be yourself. It was right before I left home when she told me to "always live my life in the way that made me happiest, because that was all I ever needed to do to make her happy." I have never forgotten that and doubt that I ever will. This applies to everyone though, not just to her. Every single one of us should always be ourselves. In my opinion, you are not truly living life if you are pretending to be someone else instead of being yourself. There is only one you to go around. What is the point of having so many people on this Earth if all we ever do is pretend to be someone we are not? Is it really worth it? Does it really make us happy? Just be yourself, and if people don't like it then they should grow up and learn to accept that not everyone is the same!!! There were many nuggets of wisdom that this wonderful amazing angel has shared with me over the years, but perhaps one of the most important things she taught me is to never take the easy way out, because in the end what you receive is not what you originally set your sights on or is far worse than what you may have ever wanted to happen as a result of your actions. It doesn't matter what everyone else thinks, you should do what makes you happy. It is true that you should try not to burn down any bridges along the way, but that is not always an option. Honestly, if your family truly loves you, they will always be there waiting for you should you ever need them to be there. This should be the case no matter how disastrously the effects of your actions play out. The good lord teaches us to forgive and forget, but that is not so easy at times. Sometimes it is easier to let go of it and move on. You may never forget what transpired as a result of your actions, but you can with enough time bring yourself to move on past that and reconnect with those you love. Those who can do that have truly found God in their lives, just like she did so many years ago. I love you so much grandma, and I could never possibly forget you. You have taught me so much in my life and pushed me onto the path that has led me to so many wonderful people in my life. I would truly not be on the path that I am on now if you hadn't given me that first shove that got my feet moving. It is now up to me to make my way to the finish line. Thank you so much for all of the nurturing, love, support, and all of the little nuggets of wisdom that you have gifted me with along the way. The phrase "it takes a village to raise a child" applies so accurately to this situation it is a little bit off the charts, but none of it would have happened if you hadn't always been there for me. I still don't know how, but you always seemed to know when I needed you most and usually what I needed. Even if it was a hug or just having someone to talk to you were always there. I miss you so much. You will always live on inside of me until I get to see you again when my time comes to leave this world. I love you so much, doesn't even begin to cover the depth of my love for you and it never will. I couldn't bring myself to say much of this over the phone, and I am not so good with expressing words out loud. This is my final goodbye to you. I LOVE YOU AND THANK YOU!!! Sincerely your loving grand daughter and mother of your amazing grand sons Felicia Martin
Corey Wiggins
February 21, 2018
No kinder or more loving soul ! I will truly miss her but smile thinking of her reuniting with Jim!! I am blessed to call all of you family ! My condolences and love..Scarlett, Makayla & Corey
Debi Derrick
February 21, 2018
Marjorie was such an important part of my life when I was a teen-ager and spent just about every spare minute with Patty, Michelle and their cousin, Barbi, many at Marjorie’s house. She genuinely, truly cared about each of us and what happened. She was a true friend; the kind who cares about people for life. God bless the family. — Debi Derrick
Justin Wiggins
February 21, 2018
She was always shining with love and wisdom and humor. I have loved her for all my life and will continue. She is/will be missed terribly but is no doubt in a greater place with our Lord!
Betty Roberts
February 21, 2018
I'm Cheri's Other Grandmother, Betty Roberts. My Jim and I spent many Hours visiting with Marjorie and Her Jim. A Wonderful Couple. I will Truly Miss them all. Love, Betty Roberts and Family.
Sherry Theriot
February 21, 2018
I did not know Ms Marjorie but I heard Pat talk about her often with so much love and respect. I am so sorry for your family's loss.
Cyndi & Richard Kain
February 21, 2018
Our hearts and prayers are with ALL of you during this sad, difficult time. :heart:
Your Momma and Grandma was a truly remarkable woman of God. Her tenacity of spirit, yet compassionate, loving heart has touched so many lives along her journey through life.
Few people in this life leave love and compassion as their legacy...but your Momma and Grandma's legacy shall always be the remembrance that
She always showed love and compassion First,
She reserved judgement until Last,
She forgave others without hesitation,
and She respected all who were due respect.
And, most of all, she recognized that most of the problems of this World could be reconciled through a heartfelt Prayer and a good, hot cup of tea!
She stole our hearts from the first day we met her, and she will carry them with her always! :heart:
God bless All of you and May He wrap you in His loving arms of comfort and peace during these difficult days.
May your many precious memories of your Momma and Grandmother bring you Joy and Happiness in the days to come. We love you all!
Richard and Cyndi Kain