Marguerite Hampton

Marguerite (Detring) Hampton, 87, of Farmington, Missouri passed away on October 19^th, 2018 in her home surrounded by loved ones. 

Marguerite was born September 12^th, 1931 in Bonne Terre, Mo and was the daughter of Frank and Maggie (Lewis) Detring.  Marguerite was married to Orville Hampton on October 12^th, 1951.  She retired from Southwestern Bell Telephone Company where she worked as a telephone operator.  After retirement, Marguerite was active in the Libertyville Methodist Church.  She volunteered in the gift shop at Farmington Community/Parkland Hospital in Farmington.  She spent a lot of time with her family, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.  She traveled with her husband and took many summer trips with her granddaughter, Stephanie.  During the holidays, she cooked amazing dinners and she loved Cardinals baseball.

Marguerite was preceded in death by her mother and father, brother Frank Detring, and her husband, Orville Hampton.  She is survived by her son Dale and daughter in law, Sonja Hampton.  Dear sister in law, Hollie Detring.  Her grandchildren Dale Hampton and Stephanie (Jacob) Pfaff.  Her three special great grandchildren, Brennden, Dahlia, and Leo Pfaff

Marguerite will always be remembered for her infectious smile and sense of humor.  She worked hard and loved us all even harder. In her final days, Marguerite had many visitors.  The family would like to thank everyone for their concerned phone calls and visits during her last days.  Seeing her happy and visiting with the people that she loved brought us all comfort. 

There will be a grave side service at the Libertyville Methodist Cemetery on Wednesday October 24^th at 11:00 am.  In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Serenity Hospice in Park Hills, Mo.