Marjorie B Daganhardt

Marjorie B. Daganhardt passed away peacefully, with her family at her side, on Sept 9, 2024, at the age of 96. She was born on Feb 26, 1928, in Salem, OH. Margie grew up in Mt. Lebanon, PA and attained a BFA in Interior Design from Syracuse University. She was married to Donn Daganhardt for 28 years and together they raised their family in Needham, MA. Margie later moved to New Pond Village, Walpole, MA and for the past seven years has resided at Addington Place, St. Petersburg, FL.

Margie was devoted to her family, always providing an abundance of love, support, and encouragement. She embraced the party spirit and enjoyed music, dancing, and spending time with friends. She found joy in simple pleasures from family gatherings, playing bridge and games, tennis, painting, traveling, and collecting owls. Margie and her family and friends enjoyed their time together laughing, playing, and spending summers at the family home in Drakes Island, ME.

Throughout her life, Margie was actively involved with the Chi Omega sorority, Congregational Church of Needham, Needham Art Association and Widowed Lifeline. She also worked as an architectural designer, interior designer and business leader supporting the family business for several years.

Margie is the daughter of the late Mary and Lewis Bowman, mother of Dawn McDonald (Bruce) of Tampa FL, Amy Viegas (Michael) of Largo FL, and David Daganhardt (Susan) of Falmouth MA. She leaves behind six grandchildren, Greg McDonald, Lynn Wallace (Zack), Clayton Valentine, Michael Daganhardt, Sam Daganhardt (Christiana), Gus Daganhardt and five great grandchildren, Harper McDonald, Logan McDonald, Skylar Wallace, David Daganhardt, and Julianne Daganhardt.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Addington Place, St. Petersburg, FL on Sun, Sept 15 at 3pm. A private service and burial will take place at Needham Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ASPCA (https://secure.aspca.org/donate/memorial) or to a charity of your choice.