Mrs. Marjorie E. Scace Kumorek

Mrs. Marjorie E. Scace Kumorek, of Dalton, passed away on Thursday, January 9, 2025, just months before celebrating her 88th birthday. Born in Pittsfield, MA, on March 8, 1937, daughter of the late James and Mary Elizabeth Cahill Forde, she graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1954, and just attended her 70th class reunion. For the majority of her career, Marjorie was employed by General Electric and General Dynamics, where she worked as an administrative assistant. It was from there that she retired after 40 years of dedicated service. Among many things, Marjorie enjoyed baking and sewing. She also cherished hosting Christmas Eve dinners for her family. She loved going to the beach, and especially looking at lighthouses. She found immense happiness in the companionship of her beloved cats over the years. Marjorie was an active participant in her community. She was a 65 year member and Past Worthy Matron of Wisdom Chapter No 130 of the Order of the Eastern Star in West Stockbridge, as well as a 68 year member of Pittsfield Grange #14 and Berkshire North Pomona #6, where she worked to prepare and serve the Annual Turkey dinner. She also worked the State Grange Booth at the Big E for many years. Marjorie was predeceased by her beloved husband of 13 years, Ferdinand Kumorek, whom she married on June 28, 1980. Ferdinand died in 1993. She is survived by her children, Susan Donnelly, Daniel Scace (Barbara), Lynda Scace Nadeau (Dan), and Gail Wojtkowiak (Mark) from her 1st marriage. Marjorie leaves behind her grandchildren, Heather, Ryan, Andy, Kristen, and Alex, as well as her two great grandchildren, Paxton and Oliver, all of whom she adored. She is also survived by her brother, James Forde (Phyllis) of Hopewell Junction, NY and by her step-children, Evelyn, Steve, and Jim from her 2nd marriage. She also leaves a niece and several nephews. Marjorie's family would like to extend their sincere gratitude to the staff at HospiceCare in the Berkshires for their outstanding care, love, and support during this difficult time. Funeral Notice: Calling hours for Marjorie will be Friday, January 24, 2025 from 4pm to 6pm at the Dwyer-Wellington Funeral Home in Pittsfield, 220 East St, Pittsfield, MA 01201. A graveside service will be held at a later date, notice of which will be updated as details are finalized. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marjorie’s memory can be made to No Paws Left Behind in North Adams, MA.

Mrs. Marjorie E. Scace Kumorek

March 8, 1937 - January 9, 2025