Margie Calkins-Hines, age 95, died Tuesday, Sept. 29.
Margie loved residing at her beloved farm near Hopkinsburg for more than 65 years. She had a contagious laugh, love for travel, zest for life, and had a huge love for her family, friends and especially God.
She is survived by her children Barbara Jeffers, Daniel (Barb) Calkins, Teresa (Tim) Permoda, Shirley (Jim) Graham; grandchildren Kristy Calkins, Keith (Kelli) Calkins, Jennifer (Jeff) Hudson, Joshua (Jessica) Permoda, Jordan (MaryBeth) Permoda, Hailey (Patrick) Kane, Austin (Kelsey) Graham; 13 great-grandchildren; sister and brother-in-law Larry and Joy DeBruyne and Phil and Sonya Hines; and many extended family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Max D. Calkins; second husband, Richard M. Hines; grandsons Brian Greenawalt and Kevin Calkins; and son-in-law, James “Jim” Jeffers.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Oct. 2, at Martin Reformed Church, 1073 W. Allegan St., Martin, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Margie will be laid to rest at Elmwood Cemetery.
In memory of Margie and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Wings Home of Allegan.
