Marjorie Arrington

MARJORIE ARRINGTON IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Marjorie Darlene Sherwood Arrington, age 87, passed away September 27, 2009 in Idaho Falls, Idaho. She was born March 20, 1922, in Salt Lake City, Utah, the daughter of Ernest Clark Sherwood and Cecil Florence Carstensen Sherwood. She has lived in Idaho Falls since 1934, when the family moved here from Ely, Nevada. On September 29, 1942, Marjorie married Woodrow Emerson Arrington in the Logan, Utah LDS Temple. When he returned from World War II, they built a home on Saturn Avenue, where they raised their family of seven children. Marjorie loved music, and was an accomplished pianist and organist. For many years she sang with the Idaho Falls Choralaires. She is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and served in many positions. Marjorie loved serving as a Relief Society President. Whether it was helping out at the Social Services, or teaching a lesson, she was truly happy being able to help people. When World War II started, she joined with some other newlywed friends to form a support group called the “Cultural Arts Club.” This group of women continued to meet for over 60 years in Idaho Falls. She was a member of the Eagle Rock Chapter of Daughters of Utah Pioneers. Mrs. Arrington is survived by her brother, Jerold C. (Mona) Sherwood, of Layton, Utah and her children, John S. (Martha) and Howard E. (Marilyn) both of Idaho Falls; daughter-in-law Martha W. Arrington of Powder Springs, GA; M. Jannet (Bill) Hatch of Hillsboro, OR; Barbara (David) Harwood of Kemmerer, WY; Ronald K (Deborah) of West Des Moines, IA; and Richard B. (Lynne) of Cranberry Township, PA. She is preceded in death by her husband, Woodrow E. Arrington, and son, George R. Arrington. Woodrow and Marjorie have 22 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday, October 2, 2009, at Wood Funeral Home, 273 North Ridge Avenue, with Bishop Ronald Arrington conducting. The family will visit with friends Friday from 1 - 1:45 p.m. prior to services at Wood Funeral Home. Burial will be in Fielding Memorial Park under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. --------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Gwen Monson redlogm@gmail.com We send our condolences at the passing of your mother. She was a fine woman - but I am sure she is very happy now. Sincerely, The Lyman & Orlene Monson Family members DeLoy and Lorna Roberts Please accept our condolences on the passing of Sister Arrington. She is a sweet, dignified lady in every sense of the word and the world is a better place because of all she accomplished in her lifetime. David & Allison McCauley Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss. We know Marjorie is in a better place now. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you. The McCauley Family Dale, Renee & Karen Olson dgolson27@yahoo.com 2 October 2009 Dear Marjorie Arrington Family, At the loss of your dear mother & grandmother, we wish to express our love and tell you of our special feelings for you. No doubt you will miss her and feel a tremendous loss at her absence. Our sorrow is extended to you for this great loss. We also realize that she endured many problems associated with old age, pain and suffering. Thanks to our Savior, she will arise in the resurrection with a renewed body. We look forward to this day of rejoicing for you and your family. We appreciate your acquaintance. May you continue to enjoy the good things of life and find an abundance of joy. May each of us cherish her memory and remember her great qualities. With Love and kindest personal regards to each of you, Dale, Renee & Karen Olson Ann Crowton Mulkey I was so sorry to read of your mothers passing. May you find peace in the memories and comfort in the love of friends and family. Roger and Teri Wright and Family terlinwright@cox.net We send our love and prayers to all of Aunt Marjories children and Grandchildren. She was a great lady, very kind and gracious in every way. We are grateful for her wonderful example and life. Love, Roger and Teri and Family