Marjorie Hendrix

Marjorie Ann Siders Hendrix, 70 of Commerce, Texas passed away peacefully Thursday April 25, 2013 in Tyler, Texas of a sudden illness. Margie was born July 25, 1942 in Gemmell, MN to Chauncey Augustus Siders and Clara Ann Brewer Siders, she was the second of their three children (Helen Ruth and Ruby Jean) and the eleventh of twelve children for Chauncey. She lived on the family homestead in a log cabin built by her father. Margie met Arthur Frank Hendrix at Meador's Drug Store where she worked the soda counter and they were married on March 26, 1959 in Dumas, AR. Following graduation from Dumas HS with the class of 1960, she attended Arkansas A&M College and later completed her BBA degree in Accounting at East Texas State University. After graduation she worked at Ainsworth and Lambert, CPA before completing her accounting career at Sherwood Medical Products in Commerce. Her life included many residences in the early years. Born in Gimmell, MN, she later moved to Dumas AR after the passing of her father. After high school she moved with her husband to Monticello, AR and then to Salinas, CA followed by a move to Sacramento, CA and then Waco, TX. While Art attended North Texas State University in 1967, she resided in Denton, TX before finally settling down in Commerce, TX in 1969. Margie loved everyone, especially her family and friends. Her quick smile and loving nature touched everyone she met. An avid quilter, she was recognized with numerous First place awards and a Best of Show at the Hunt County Fair. Margie loved to travel. In addition to many US destinations her life's travels included Mexico, Canada, Ireland, England, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Luxemburg. She served as treasurer of the Hunt County Wood Turners and was a proud supporter of their efforts in the Freedom Pen Project. She and Art hosted exchange students from Japan and Germany who continue to be members of the extended family. Post retirement was filled with charitable activities including volunteer work at the Commerce Children's Museum followed by work with the Commerce Hospital Bargain Box and the Commerce Public Library where she served on the Board of Directors for both organizations at various times as treasurer. Margie is survived by her husband, Arthur Frank Hendrix of Commerce, four sons Gregory Hendrix (Tinker Reed), Glenn Hendrix (Debbie Cueto), Steven Hendrix (Melany), and Stuart Hendrix (Ericka). Grandchildren include Shelby, Garrett , Steven, Hayden, Lucas, Daniel, and Harrison. Great-grandchildren are Adelina and Liam. Her sisters are Helen Siders and Ruby Siders. A family graveside service will be held in Ada Valley, AR. A public memorial service will be Saturday, May 4, 2013 from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. in the fellowship hall at the Presbyterian Church in Commerce, Texas. Arrangements are by Harris Funeral Home of Morrilton. The family requests donations to a local charity of your choice or The Hospice of East Texas.

Marjorie Hendrix

July 25, 1942 - April 25, 2013