Marjorie E. Tribbett, formerly of Linden and Darlington, peacefully transitioned from sleep to life everlasting in the comfort of her Crawfordsville home Thursday morning, April 14th. Marjorie was 89 years old.

Marjorie - or Marji Jo, as she was known to friends, was a beloved member of the Montgomery County Community. She dedicated 25 years to "making the best better" as a committed 4-H leader and lent her time and talents volunteering any way she could with the Darlington United Methodist Church for over 25 years. Her greatest joy, however, was her family. Marjorie was an excellent cook and took great satisfaction in delighting her family with new and classic recipes. She opened and operated the Christmas Cottage Tea Room and shared her gift of cooking and love of Christmas cheer with the entire Darlington community.

She was active in the American Shorthorn Lassie Association, serving as national president and recognized as Lassie of the Year in 1978.

Marjorie always had an impeccable sense of style and an eye for beauty. She was a judge for 4-H consumer clothing throughout the state and served as chairman of the Montgomery County Queen Contest for several years.

Later in life, she used her talent to craft magnificent bouquets at Earthworks, a time she cherished for sharing her gift and appreciation of beautiful flowers.

Born March 24, 1933 in Montgomery County, she was the daughter of Arthur Pearson and Mildred Hudson Pearson. Marjorie is survived by her son Rex (Robin) Tribbett; two grandchildren, Hillary Tribbett, and Jacob Chambers. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter Elaine Chambers, and three sisters, Mary Maltsberger, Marie Biddle, and Kay Bryan.

Visitation will be from 10 AM to 1 PM Wednesday, April 20 at Burkhart Funeral Home, Crawfordsville.  Services will begin at 1 PM, led by Pastor Bryan Langdoc.  She will be laid to rest at Greenlawn Cemetery in Darlington.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Darlington United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 86, Darlington, IN 47940 or 4-H, Inc, 400 Parke Avenue, Crawfordsville, IN 47933.