Celebrating the Life of
Marion Moscrip
March 19, 1939 — July 29, 2023
Obituary
Marion Louise Moscrip, 84, of Canton, MI, passed away on July 29, 2023. She was born on March 19, 1939, in Alliance, Nebraska, to James M. and Doris E. (Cooper) DeFrance.
Marion was a caring, funny, and loving mother, as well as a devoted friend. She had a passion for working on the family history and spent countless hours cataloging it for future generations. Marion was also deeply committed to education and had a successful career as a teacher. She found great joy in nature and cherished the opportunity to live with her son.
Marion is survived by her son, Michael William (Marta M. Calderon-)Moscrip of Canton, Michigan; her grandson and his fiancé, Nicholas Ramon (Calderon (Taylor) Moscrip) of Austin, Texas; and her granddaughter, Lili Jehanne (Calderon) Moscrip of Ann Arbor, Michigan. She is also survived by her sister, Kathleen McFarland of Lake City, Florida, and her brother, Michael S. DeFrance of Petaluma, California.
She was preceded in death by her spouse, George William Moscrip; her brother, James M. DeFrance; her nephew, Cody McFarland; and her parents.
Marion pursued higher education at the University of Colorado at Boulder and Chadron State College. Throughout her career, she worked as a teacher at a Country School in Alliance, Nebraska, and a substitute teacher in Alliance Public Schools. She was a freelance writer for X-press news and genealogical research editor. Marion was particularly proud of her five years as secretary and Board President on the Alliance Board of Education. She was honored to have been appointed to serve on the Nebraska Commission on the Status of Women as Vice Chair & Chair.
Marion took comfort in her Episcopalian Faith.
In her free time, Marion enjoyed painting and genealogical research, particularly focusing on the Moscrip, Cooper, DeFrance, and Peterson families.
A private family memorial will be held at a later date.(August 16th) The Funeral Home of Vermeulen-Sajewski will be providing cremation services.
Marion Louise Moscrip will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Her legacy of love, laughter, and dedication to education will be cherished for generations to come.
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My sincerest condolences to the Moscrip family. Although I only knew Marion for a short time, it was always a pleasure to spend time with her. Her life stories and witty comments were a hoot :) . Such a sweet dear lady. She will be missed but will live in our hearts forever. Our last meeting place at one of our favorites...the library. I will never forget the kind words she would say to me and tell me how beautiful I was. Thank you Marion for the time we've spent together. Until we meet again, hugs, kisses and an abundance of love. Your bonus friend and daughter Katrina 🥰
Aunt Marion was a sweet lady who loved her family. She loved her son, daughter-in-law, grandkids, sisters, brothers, and nieces and nephews dearly. We still have a cookbook she and Uncle Bill gave us from her church in Nebraska when Monte and I got married. She was always a talker, and I enjoyed our conversations. She will be missed. Our prayers are with you Mike and Marta and kids.
I only knew Marion through her daughter in law Marta. My impression was of a strong woman who loved her family and the wider community. I know that through these sad times, opportunities to celebrate Marion's life will happen. I hope the family find comfort in then. All my love, Carole
Marion's love for running around in the car looking at trees was second only to going to the plant care area at Lowes. Adding plants to our front porch.🌿
Marion had the best day ever on Lili's graduation from the University of Michigan. We went to E.G Nick's to celebrate with everyone and had a fantastic night. She talked about that memory every day ❤️
We are keeping your family in our prayers. We are thinking of you during this time of significant loss. With Love, Chuck and Patricia parents of Taylor
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