Marjorie Arlene (McGowan) Wright

Marjorie Arlene (McGowan) Wright, 100, of Manila, formerly of Blytheville, passed away at home surrounded by her loving family Thursday, Oct. 22, 2020. She was born in Lexington, Mo., to Charles Fredrick McGowan and Willie Frances Etherton McGowan on Dec. 7, 1919.

Marjorie was a nurse in labor and delivery and delivered many babies in Mississippi County. Her family describes her as one of the most precious, sweet, generous and genuine souls. Marjorie was a mother, a grandmother, and a great-grandmother who adored her family above all else. She was of the Baptist faith and a member of the Calvary Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter and son-in-law, Doris Frances Larkin and Donald Lee Larkin; four brothers, Robert McGowan, Garthe “Doc” McGowan, Charles McGowan and Donald McGowan;  one sister, Doris Berger.

Marjorie leaves behind by her grandson, David Lee Larkin and his wife Sherri, of Blytheville; granddaughter, Angela Kay Rush and the late Steve Rush, of Manila; and five great-grandchildren, Austin, Amber, Dalton, Alexis and Lauren.

Graveside services was held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. 27, at Elmwood Cemetery with Dr. Jimmy Russell officiating. Condolences may be offered at carneyfunealhome.com.