Marjorie Bunch

Marjorie Bunch, of Troutman, North Carolina, passed away Sunday, August 11th, 2024, with her loving daughter by her side.

Born on April 25th, 1939, in Pontiac, Michigan. Marjorie was the daughter of John Rankin and Hazel Mae (Arnold) Rankin.

On December 25, 1970, Marjorie married the love of her life, Frank Bunch (Shuggie). He preceded her in death on August 1, 2018.

She had been a member of the Community of Christ Church most of her life and enjoyed the fellowship deeply.

She cherished the moments spent at family gatherings, where she could engage in heartfelt conversations with everyone and revel in the warmth of togetherness. Her competitive spirit shone through in card games and Farkle, as she often emerged victorious, much to the admiration and amusement of those around her. Whether it was the tactile pleasure of flipping through the pages of a book or the digital delight of playing games on her tablet, reading and gaming brought her immense joy.

Her love for dancing was infectious; she would spontaneously break into dance, spreading smiles and laughter. Those impromptu dance sessions became cherished memories for everyone involved. She also had a penchant for adventure, often taking random car rides to explore new places or simply enjoy the journey. Shopping was another activity she relished, always on the hunt for something special or just enjoying the process.

Christmas held a special place in her heart. She would go all out, transforming her home into a festive wonderland. Her enthusiasm for the holiday was palpable, from decking the halls with decorations to meticulously planning every detail of the celebrations. The joy she derived from these activities was a testament to her zest for life and her unwavering desire to make every moment special for herself and those around her.

Survivors include her three children, Matthew (Sue) Bunch and Renee' (Andy) Hull, Golden IL; Rhonda Vance, North Carolina and her six grandchildren, Misty Vance (Morgan), North Carolina, Dustin (Dana) Vance, Fowler, IL, Stephanie (John) Minor, Camp Point, IL, Matthew (Lindsay) Bunch, Golden, and Marcus Bunch, Camp Point. 5 Great grandchildren, Faith Vance, Reese Vance, Korbin Minor, Matthew Bunch and Piper Minor. And a Fur Grandbaby Bentley. Her sister, Edith Dougherty and brother Paul Rankin.

She was preceded in death by her parents; three siblings, Richard, Russell and Rose. her husband; Frank, and her grandson, Derrick Hull.

A memorial visitation will be held on Sunday, September 8, 2024, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Lummis-Hamilton Funeral Home in Camp Point.

Memorial donations may be made to: Renee Hull or Rhonda Vance

Throughout this journey, she has been fortunate to make friends who have stood by her side, offering not only emotional support but also practical assistance. The service from EMS has been invaluable, stepping in to help with transportation to medical appointments when needed, which was not covered by her insurance. As the medical bills and transportation costs continue to accumulate, any financial support to help cover these expenses would be immensely appreciated.