Marjorie J. Eggman

Margie and Myron together again. Known to much of the Sunsites village as “mom”, Marjorie (MacDougall) Eggman created a haven of acceptance—throwing all judgment to the wind and accepting people for who they were. She lived a good, long, happy life. On Wednesday, March 27th, 2024, at 9:40pm, while at her brother Fred and sister-in-law Linda’s home in Sunsites, she left us to join her beloved husband in heaven. Margie fought a courageous, short battle with inoperable cancer. She was 79 years young. Marge was born in Romeo, Michigan on June 24th, 1944. She moved with her family to Tucson, Arizona in 1954 where she met the love of her life, Myron Eggman. They were soulmates for 56 years. This union produced one son, Art Eggman, whom they could not be more proud of. Together they moved to Sunsites in 1991 where Margie opened her first of three local restaurants “Margie’s Cafe”. At that time Myron opened an auto repair shop, Stronghold Auto, which is now operated with skill and goodwill by their son. Margie is survived by her son, Art and “daughter”-in-law Denise; her granddaughter, Cassandra (Adam) Gilbert of Tucson and great grandchildren Noah and Summer. All of her living siblings have been residents of Sunsites for a number of years: Bette (Richard) Shea, Fred (Linda) MacDougall and Mary (Dennis) Goeglein. A recently discovered brother, Len from West Virginia, met the family for the first time about a year ago and is a welcome addition. Also surviving are many nephews and nieces and a wide circle of friends. Marjorie is predeceased by her husband, Myron, who passed away in 2017. Her parents Elliott and Sheila MacDougall, sister Ann, and brothers Larry and Leigh have all gone before her. Cooking was not just a passion for Margie, but a necessary part of her younger life. Growing up in a large family, she learned to cook from her mother and began creating scrumptious meals for her siblings and parents. She began working in the kitchen at Evergreen Air Center in Marana in 1985 until 1991, which gave her the culinary skills for big volume cooking. In 1991 she had a strong pull to move to Sunsites and open her own cafe. Marge was a God-fearing and positive thinker and had the faith to pull it off even though she had never before run her own business. People came not only for her wonderful homemade food, but also for the “home-like” atmosphere. Not a soul went hungry in her establishment whether they had money or not. Nothing can supersede her kindness—giving love so freely and coming back tenfold. She had a very faithful staff whom she loved dearly. If you’ve been around this town for any length of time, you will remember the “coffee klatch”—those good ol’ boys sitting around her place sipping coffee and gossiping for hours upon hours. She was very proud of the article written by Arizona Highways magazine acknowledging her restaurant with praise and accolades. Marjorie loved shopping with her sisters. She enjoyed bowling. She was a trapper during the 1980s. Her dogs and all animals were the best of friends. And don’t forget...Vegas, baby, Vegas! Or better yet... “Rolling on the River” to Laughlin. Antiques were certainly one of her biggest passions. After closing Margie’s Corner Cafe, she opened an indoor/outdoor garage sale where she was happily surrounded by antiques and old and new friends. She dearly enjoyed Texas Hold’em at the VFW; a good player she was—hard to read, and often coming in first place. “Keep the faith” was her motto. This woman—this pillar of strength and beauty—will be missed, and forever in our hearts. She cherished “this little corner of the world”. We want to thank the team at Charles Wm. Leighton Jr. Hospice for their dedication and support. Hospice Chaplain Bob, and Priest John Paul Shea from St. Jude’s Catholic Church served Marge in her time of need. As always, Dan from Westlawn Chapel and Mortuary, shined. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Charles Wm. Leighton Jr. Hospice (or your favorite hospice) in the name of Marjorie Eggman. Upon Margie’s request, we will be throwing an “Irish Wake”—time and place to be determined. Marge, go with God, and all our love. The family and friends of Marjorie Jo Eggman

Marjorie J. Eggman

June 24, 1944 - March 27, 2024