Marjorie B. Newcomer
November 30, 1927 ~ February 28, 2017
Marjorie B. “Marge” Newcomer, 89, of Mooresville, passed away February 28, 2017 at Naples Community Hospital in Naples, Florida after a sudden illness. Born in Gary, Indiana on November 30, 1927 she was the daughter of Claude and Vera Bowlby; her parents preceded her in death. On August 9, 1950 Marge was united in marriage to her loving husband, Richard V. Newcomer and he survives.
Raised in Gary, Indiana, Marge attended Indiana University where she pledged Delta Gamma Sorority and graduated in 1950 with a degree in elementary education. Marge settled in Mooresville in 1950 where she was a 1st grade teacher at Newby Elementary School. While raising her children, Marge became active in the Mooresville community as a member of Tri Kappa Sorority, Likely Literary Club, and the Mooresville Birthday Girls. She was a faithful member of First Methodist Church where she enjoyed singing for many years. She was known to be a great cook and enjoyed spending summers at Lake Wawasee. Marge and Richard enjoyed traveling together to many destinations throughout the years. Marge was an avid sports fan, especially Butler basketball in her later years.
Along with her parents, Marge is also preceded in death by her sister, Alice Brewick and her son, Paul Newcomer.
Survivors include her husband of 66 years, Richard; two sons, James W. (Sandra) Newcomer of Bargersville, and David (Cindy) Newcomer of Zionsville; two daughters, Marsha (Skip) Hubbs of Mooresville, and Nancy (Michael) Murphy of Indianapolis; her much loved 11 grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Family and friends will gather to celebrate the life of Marge Newcomer on Monday, March 6, 2017 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, Mooresville. Rev. Dennis Payton will conduct the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 7, 2017 at the church. Burial will follow at Washington Park East Cemetery in Indianapolis. Final care and funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Carlisle-Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Mooresville First United Methodist Church or the Wawasee Area Conservancy Foundation; envelopes will be provided. You are invited to visit www.CarlisleBranson.com where you may share online condolences and personal messages with the Newcomer family.
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So very sorry to hear of Marge’s passing. She will be remembered fondly by all who knew or encountered her vibrant personality! Sending love and prayers of comfort to you all.
Marge was a wonderful lady and so much a part of my youth . So many memories. I can only say I am a better person for having known her. My condolences to the family. Always loved her smile.
It’s so hard to say goodbye to the wonderful Pioneers of this generation. We all had such a wonderful time growing up together. May those happy memories comfort your family now and always.
Sincerely, Jane (Bernard) Giannoulas
So sorry to hear that Marge has left us. She was
Like a mentor to me. May her journey forward be filled with joy and peace.
So sorry to hear that Marge has left us. She was like a mentor to me. May her journey forward be filled with joy and peace. Condolences to all.
We were so sorry to learn Marge had passed away. No matter where you were Marge always recognized you and talked to you. I always saw her at the beauty shop. She was such a lovely person I am going to miss her. Much sympathy to her family. Larry and Brenda Wyatt
My heartfelt condolences to the loving family of Margorie Newcomer. Miss Margorie was a beautiful, thoughtful, caring, gracious lady. To say her name evokes so many wonderful memories and a smile. Her journey on Earth was spiritual, fulfilling, and is a better place in which we still feel her eternal presence and goodwill. Sending prayers of comfort to family and friends.
Can’t begin to tell you how much Marge is loved and will be missed. She has been more than just a neighbor for 23 years. Marge and her family have become our family. We have spent almost every Christmas Eve for the last 23 years with them. She was such an amazing loving woman and everyone’s life is better for knowing her.
So sad to hear of Marge leaving us. She was one of the most delightful ladies I knew at the lake. You always knew that Marge would lovingly greet you , asking if you were thirsty or hungry, even if you came into the cottage soaking wet, She was one of the truly delightful people in our world. She will be greatly missed. My best to the Newcomer family.
Marge has meant so much to so many people….may God now shine upon her and give her the rest and peace she so richly deserves. My heart goes out to Richard, Jim and the entire family, along with prayers for comfort and peace during this time of loss. Marge will be missed by so many lives which she had touched over the years.
Larry Gajderowicz
Marge was such a warm, loving, marvelous person. The world will not be the same without her. Sending loving condolances to her wonderful family. Please know that you are not alone in missing her.
Marge was always so good to my mother. Sad to hear of her passing.
I am sorry about your dear Grandmother. May these promises from the Bible bring you comfort and support in this time of difficulty. Jehovah God is close to the brokenhearted, and saves those who are crushed in spirit. And he will wipe away the tears from all faces. Psalm 34:18; Isaiah 25:8 NWT. Peace be with you.
Always one of my favs!!! Such a sweet, sweet lady! You will be missed by so so many and remembered by all.
Marge will be missed by so many! I have so many great memories of her and Richard at IU! Such a wonderful lady! Our thoughts are with you all. I know she is bringing laughter to the heavens.
Marj, as we called her, was a gracious, caring, lovely woman. I’ll shall always remember the many meetings, events, and socials we enjoyed together. Her talents were many, but the one I remember most is her beautiful voice. Singing in the Methodist Church choir with her was a joy, and her solos, and duets with Richard were very special. My deepest sympathies to all the Newcomers.
Mary Lee Bowman
My deepest sympathy to the Newcomer family. RIP Marjorie.
I am greatly saddened to hear of the passing of Marge Newcomer. I’ve always considered her as my second mother. She always had time for me as I was growing up and living across the street from her and her family’s home in Mooresville. Her easy smile and great sense of viewing people without prejudice inspired me to do the same. She was lovingly devoted to her husband Richard and the full house of 2 girls and 3 boys. I remember her singing at church with a soaring beautiful voice. She now sings with the angels.
Marge was always there! A beacon of what remains of our age 60s sailing club and Childrens 16 yr old “Surfboarding” memories! I will miss our visits!!! Ed
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Marge Newcomer. She was so young thinking, very fun to talk to and was like a best frIend since the first time I met her many years ago.
Phil and I give our deepest sympathies to all of the Newcomer Families.
Barb and Phil Fred
Nan & the Newcomer family, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please accept our sympathy in this time of grief. Godspeed to Mom Newcomer. May God receive her with open arms. Love, peace & prayers.
Sincerely,
Mikey C & my Joanie
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all……
Sincerely, the Charles Quillen family.
We have enjoyed Marjorie and her husband attending Butler basketball games, something they so obviously loved. So sorry to hear of her passing. Ken and Marcia Muller
To Richard, Jim & Sandy, David & Cindy, and the rest if the Newcomer family, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Please accept our sympathy in this time of grief. Mom Newcomer was a special lady… she always made everyone feel so welcome and she was quite the cook and hostess. Today, as I sat in Church during the funeral service, I heard great stories from one of her sons, David, and from several grandchildren. As each spoke they called her… “Mom-o”… I thought, wow… that’s what my mom was called by all her grandchdren and great grandchildren. Jim and I were Both Blessed with great Mom’s; we both lost them this year (my mom Jan. 8); they were Both born in 1927 (4 months apart); they Both Loved their families and were great examples of life. You all have great memories and stories of “Mom-o” ans she remains with each if you. We pray God will provide you all with strength, comfort, and peace during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Steve & Debbie Wissen