Marjorie O. Gann, 93

Marjorie O. Gann, 93, of Licking, died May 5, 2022. A graveside service for Marjorie was held May 8, at Prescott Cemetery.

She was born May 26, 1928, near Licking, the eldest daughter of Louise and Glen Leadford and Charles Coatney.

Marjorie was a dedicated homemaker and farm wife. She worked alongside her husband farming and gardening. She loved flowers of all kinds but her favorite were the bluebells that grow along the Piney River. 

She loved to cook and bake, always providing a delicious meal for whomever might be at their house for a visit. She produced many beautiful quilts and handcrafted items through the years. 

Some of her happiest memories were fishing and four-wheeler riding with Gene and the great grandkids. She enjoyed the rides in the snow the most. 

Marjorie accepted the Lord as her Savior and was baptized as a member of the Rock Springs Baptist Church where she attended as long as her health permitted. 

“Grandma Great” will be missed by all who knew and loved her. 

Marjorie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband James H. “Gene” Gann; her daughter Carol Jean Routh; great- granddaughter Jessica Lee Routh; sisters: Charlotte Hanks, Wilma Harland and Shirley Lewis; sisters-in-law: Anna Buckner and husband Floyd and Susie Green; brothers-in-law Richard Harland, Darrel Lewis, Don Hadley, Leo Gann, Joseph Gann and Edward Knight.

She is survived by several family members, including those who live in Ozark County. Survivors include her son-in-law Gary Routh and wife Judi; Grandson James L. Routh and wife Amelia; granddaughter Leasa Cooper and partner Mark; seven great-grandchildren; 13 great-great grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren on the way; sisters: Beverlea Knight, Sue Hadley, Elva Beard, Freida Dodson, Leveta Turley, Retha Friend; and brothers: Clarence (Dick) Coatney, Denver Coatney and Charles Coatney Jr., sister-in-law, Nelda Gann; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. 

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Prescott Cemetery or the charity of your choice.