"Marge was a wonderful mentor to many young women. I will be forever grateful for her leadership in Rainbow and giving me my start in this organization. Marjorie Rose you will not be forgotten. Until we meet again..."
In loving memory of
Marjorie Ann Hageman
June 16, 2017
Marjorie Ann Rose Hageman, age 85, of Quincy, died Friday, June 16, 2017, at 4:30 am in her home.
Marjorie was born August 5, 1931 in Quincy, Illinois, the daughter of Jim and Dorothy Kuntz Rose. She married William "Bill" Hageman on May 15, 1954 in Quincy, Illinois. He preceded her in death on December 23, 2008.
Marjorie was raised in Barry until her family moved to Quincy when she was in second grade. She was a graduate of Quincy High School. She was a member of the rifle team in high school and a member of the National Rifle Association. She attended Quincy College. Marjorie had been employed at Illinois Bell Telephone and Rose Construction, her family's business. She and Bill later owned and operated Rose Construction, until their retirement in 1992.
Marjorie was a member of the Order of the Rainbow Girls for 70 years where she served in various capacities, including Grand Worthy Advisor of Illinois from 1951 to 1952. She also served as Mother Advisor for the Quincy Assembly for many years. She had a great passion for this organization and the principles and lessons that are taught to generations of young women. Marge had an impact on thousands of young women's lives, not only in Quincy but across the entire state. She also helped start the Illinois Rainbow Leadership Camp. In addition, Marjorie was a member of Abeba Temple Daughters of the Nile, Alpha Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star, and was a member and long time treasurer of the Women's City Club,
Survivors include two sons William "Butch" (Diane) Hageman and Charles "Chuck" (Debbie) Hageman, both of Quincy; five grandchildren, Cody (Kayla) Hageman and Courtney (Devin) Hageman, both of Quincy, Erin (Michael) Vanderwater of Champaign, IL, Katie Hageman of St. Peters, MO, Taylor (Rod) Lake of Champaign; six great-grandchildren, Ally and Arie Hageman, Anna and Will Hageman, and Alexa and Nyla Lake; a sister, Ruth Lohr of Overland Park, KS; a brother-in-law, Bill Heitholt; many loving nieces and nephews; and two special friends and caregivers, Carol Sue Dettmer and Joyce Hollenberg.
Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband, William "Bill" Hageman, her parents, a sister, Dorothy "Do" Heitholt, and a brother-in-law, Robert Lohr
Services: 1:00 pm Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home, with Rev. Steve Disseler officiating.
Burial: Greenmount Cemetery, Quincy, Illinois
Visitation: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Tuesday June 20, 2017 at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home
Memorials: Blessing Hospice or Illinois Grand Assembly Rainbow Scholarship Fund
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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
Tributes
"My condolences to the family. Marge was a very special lady and I will never forget her. I was a Rainbow Girl whose life was touched by Marge and I am a better person because I knew her. Rest In Peace."
"The Rainbow Assemblies of the Mississippi Valley area loved Marge! She was an inspiration to so many young ladies who were her "Rainbow Girls". Marge was the driving force of getting an assembly started in Pittsfield, Pike Assembly #113. She was a dedicated lady with a big heart. God be with all of her family."
"Deepest sympathies to your family. I (Melinda) was one of those Rainbow Girls who's life was impacted by Our Worthy Mother, Marjorie. She was a dear loving lady. Rest in Peace."
"Dear Butch, Chuck, sister Ruthie and your families: We honor the full and useful life of your mother and sister. She made an indelible mark on the lives of many in her dedicated leadership in the Order of the Rainbow. We visited her at the camp near Bloomington only a few years ago as she extended her good works at an advanced age. We are glad we have had a connection with your family through your Aunt Dorothy, our sister-in-law. Best wishes and God's Blessings as you continue her legacy."
"Marge was a great friend to our family and a hugely positive influence on my life. She was so inspirational to me in my formative years and a reason I really loved Rainbow. She will be missed."
"Martha Grannan Robertson I was the first Quincy WA with Melva Riley & Marge ... no Olive... as codirectors/mas. It worked! These ladies were wonderful and when Melva retired, Marge went solo. Many good times and yes, a truly positive influence in the lives of hundreds!!!"
"Marge gave her heart and soul to the Rainbow Girls. She lived Rainbow and was largely responsible for the Quincy chapter succeeding as many years as it has. It was always a pleasure working with her. She was deeply respected and will be truly missed. In Rainbow Love..?"
"Mrs. Hageman was a big influence in my life and I will dearly miss or conversations together."
"Dear Hageman Family, It was a pleasure knowing both Bill & Marjorie over the years. Thinking of you with sincere sympathy for this loss. As ever, Dick & Pat Wentura Quincy"
"Butch and Diane: I am so sorry for your loss. You and your families are in my thoughts and prayers."
"Mrs Hageman was an awesome person! She always put everyone else first and blessed so many girls over the years with her Rainbow teachings. RIP sweet mother advisor! Heaven truely received an angel!"
"Mrs Hageman was an awesome person! She always put everyone else first and blessed many girls over the years with Rainbows teaching. RIP sweet mother advisor the world was a better place with you in it. Heaven truely received a angel!"
"Many fond Rainbow memories of time spent with Mrs. H. She had such a great impact and touched the lives of many Rainbow girls across the state."
"Yes! So many lives touched by this lovely Lady, mine included. She had so much love for Rainbow and all the girls involved. She was so neat and hip that she was able to adapt to each new generation of girls. She will be missed. Rainbow has lost a very important pot of gold. But I know her light will continue to shine."
"Marge was a wonderful mother advisor to many young women through the years. She taught us to be polite, strong in spirit , and to always serve our community. I was thrilled to visit with her at the Rainbow reunion last year. She will be missed. I am grateful for having had her influence in my life."
"A life well lived. May God grant you peace in your loss."
"I had the pleasure of getting to know Marge at Curtis Creek while my mother lived there. She was always upbeat and funny and I loved visiting with her. So sorry for your loss! She was special."
"Dear Mother Advisor, Thank you for the impact you made on my life and many, many of my friends. Heaven has received an angel!"
"Marge was a beautiful role model to all of Rainbow. She always sent a note after every grand assembly to me. My prayers are with your family at this time."
"Marge was a beautiful role model to all of Rainbow. I enjoyed working with her and she always sent by email a note after every grand assembly. My prayers for you and family."
"Mrs H was a wonderful lady and loved by so many. I, for one, am one of her girls from Rainbow and treasure every memory of her. She will be greatly missed. My prayers are with your family."
"A life well lived. May God grant you peace in your loss. LeAnne Balzer Unity Assembly"
"A name from my past. I knew Marjorie from Rainbow Girls to. She was dedicated to all of us girls. So sorry to hear of her passing."
"My deepest condolences to the Hageman family and her Rainbow family as well. She was a wonderful lady."
"Saddened by this news. I was in Rainbow, but not as just a girl Mrs Bateman helped me through many of my personal problems. She was a great gift to many of the girls. She also was mother advisor for my daughter. I'll never forget her"
"Mrs. Hageman was an amazing lady. She put the interest of others first and was so kind. She was a true example to our Rainbow adults and girls alike. She will be truly missed. Our prayers go to the family."
"Marge was a wonderful person. I got to know her many years ago when my daughters were in Rainbow. I remember helping with the dinners at the Starlight Terrace and many other Rainbow activities. She was always a positive influence for the girls. She will be remember by many and missed by all."
"Marge will be greatly missed as she was an inspiration to all. Our prayers are with you."