Marjorie B. Frantz, age 84, of Wilmington, DE, and formerly of Newark, DE, passed away on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at Foulk Manor South in Wilmington, DE. She was born June 12, 1929 in Pittstown, NJ to the late Arthur and Jennie (Stenabaugh) Barrick.

Marjorie started working at the University of Delaware as a clerical worker and was senior payroll clerk at her retirement. She was a longtime member of the Newark United Methodist Church and volunteered many hours at the Blood Bank of Delmarva. She also volunteered to help out at special events that were held at the Hagley Museum, where her husband Chuck volunteered. Marjorie enjoyed traveling, and visited 45 of the 50 United States with all the sites and culture they offered. Always active and on the go, she participated in the Newark Senior Center Bowling League and loved square dancing with the Circle 4 Square Dancing Club.

She is survived by her husband Charles P. Frantz, stepson G. Lee Frantz (Donna) of Omaha, NE; step daughter Jean Amber McGuire (John) of Dalton, NH; five step grandchildren; four step great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her brothers Albert J. Barrick, George A. Barrick, Arthur P. Barrick, Charles L. Barrick, and E. David Barrick; and sisters, Frances B. Verity and Marion B. Miller.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2 PM on Thursday, April 3, 2014 at Newark United Methodist Church, 69 East Main St., Newark, DE 19711. Friends and family may visit one hour prior beginning at 1 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution checks can be made to “Newark United Methodist Church Operating Budget,” or “Compassionate Care Hospice” c/o R.T. Foard & Jones F.H., Inc., 122 W. Main St., Newark, DE 19711. To send condolences visit www.rtfoard.com .

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