Marjorie Ruth Rizzo Obituary (1930

FLANAGAN- Marjorie Ruth Rizzo, 90, of Flanagan, passed away at 7:05 AM on Wednesday May 12, 2021, at Flanagan Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Flanagan. Cremation has been accorded and a celebration of life will be held at a later date. Inurment will be in St. Mary's Cemetery in Streator. Memorials may be given to donor's choice. Calvert-Johnson & Froelich Memorial Home in Flanagan is assisting with arrangements. Marjorie Ruth Baley was born in Ransom, Illinois on November 30, 1930, a daughter to Reuben and Ada Bell Littrell Baley. She married Salvator F. (Sam) Rizzo at St. Mary's Church in Streator on March 1, 1949. He preceded her in death in 1986. Surviving are her children, Mary Gura, Bloomington; Linda Orr, New Berlin, IL; Mark Rizzo, El Paso; 7 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; a brother, Bill (Leah) Baley, Irving, TX; and a sister, Sandra Tucker, Ellsworth, IL and several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; a daughter, Tina; 1 brother; and 2 sisters. Marjorie was a past member of St. Mary's Church and St, Michael the Archangel Parrish in Streator. She managed the Streator Car Wash with her husband and worked for the LaSalle County Recorder's office until retirement. She served as Precinct Committee(wo)man for her District. She was active in the Eagles Auxiliary for several years. She volunteered as Girl Scout leader, Den Mother for the Boy Scouts, and several local service organizations. Marjorie was an avid card player, a wonderful cook, seamstress, gardener, and crafter. She enjoyed visiting with family and friends, dancing, traveling, baking, playing bingo, table games and puzzles. She will be missed.