Marjorie J. Buchanan-Hurt, 94, of Du Quoin, passed away peacefully at 6:30 P.M., Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at her home.
She had worked for Turco Manufacturing for several years, enjoyed being an in home caregiver, and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Du Quoin, where she loved caring for the children in the nursery for over 20 years.
Marjorie was born March 15, 1930 in Du Quoin, IL, the daughter of Michael and Eula (Brown) Krauss.
She married Jerrell Buchanan in 1971 and he preceded her in death on October 1, 1990.  She then married Marlin R. Hurt on April 3, 2012 in Pinckneyville, IL and he preceded her in death on August 23, 2016.
Marjorie is survived by her daughter - Pamela (Commean) Keene of Pinckneyville, three grandchildren - Michael Keene and wife Andrea of Pinckneyville, Clinton Keene and wife Lizzie of New Orleans, and Donald James Keene of New Orleans, two great grandchildren - Reid and Ella Keene of Pinckneyville, cousins - Steve, Bruce, and Randy Zoller, and special nephew and niece - Bill and Paula Day.
She was preceded in death by her parents, two husbands, one son in infancy, son-in-law - Donald Keene Jr.and special cousin - Wanda Zoller.
The family would like to extend special thanks to her wonderful caregiver Stephanie Patrick.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M., Monday, July 1, 2024 at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin with Dr. Robert Dickerson officiating.
Friends may call from 9AM until the time of service on Monday.
Burial will be in the IOOF Cemetery in Du Quoin.
Friends may make memorials to the First Baptist Church Nursery of Du Quoin or the First Baptist Church of Marion TV Broadcast and will be accepted at the funeral home.