Obituary for Marcia Engle

Marcia Kay Engle

October 27, 1959 – February 24, 2020

Marcia and Randy greeted their first child, a daughter, Eve, on April 2, 1980. Eve was spoiled with love and attention. The couple moved to Ponca City, OK shortly after, and would remain in the area. The couple anxiously awaited a second child. Miranda was born on April 28, 1986. She was lost at full term due to stillbirth. Marcia and Randy’s hearts were torn by the tragedy of losing their beloved child.

The couple was anxious, excited and hopeful when they found themselves expecting a third child just a few months later. Their third child, a son, Ace, was born April 13, 1987. He was adored and cherished by his parents. Marcia’s pride and joy were her children. No mother had ever thought so highly of her children. She was the homeroom mother for both kids and attended every school field trip.

Marcia held several jobs. She worked for Charlie Ryan’s Taco Stop, Spray’s Jewelry, Eastman National Bank, St. Mary’s School cafeteria, St. Mary’s Daycare, ran a balloon business for a friend, cooked for Camp McFadden, she owned a doughnut shop and bakery, and taught Cake Decorating and Pastry Arts at the vo-tech. She was a renowned cake artist and catered weddings for 41 years. She loved baking and described it as edible 3D art.
In 2001, she went back to college, this time to OSU. She took metal and silversmithing. When she wasn’t baking or sewing or gardening, she could be found making jewelry. She entered her wearable art in many county fairs and gave a lot away to friends.

In 2002, Marcia and Randy greeted the first of 8 grandchildren. Ema, Aubrey, Zachary, Axtyn, Adeline, Ana, Ela, and Austyn were Marcia’s biggest bragging point. She would show everyone pictures of her grandbabies and was constantly asking for new pictures. Marcia wanted to be at every birth so she could be one of the first people to welcome her grandchildren into the world.

Marcia was a strong woman of faith. She was a believer of the Gospel and she always trusted in the Merciful Heart of Jesus. She gave generously to her church family and to the broader community. She took seriously Jesus’ words “don’t let your left hand know what your right hand is doing”. There could never be a tally of all the gifts, money and support she gave with a loving heart. She gave to family, friends, and strangers alike.

Marcia had strong opinions and was never afraid to speak her mind. She was also so soft hearted that she was always ready to make amends if she hurt anyone’s feelings. Making and keeping close ties to family and friends was always her priority. Her concern for people and their needs was evident in her prayer life.

Marcia’s pet-peeves were un-washed hands before touching or being near food, hair that fell in front of her eyes, and getting used to new vehicles or cell phones.

She loved George Strait, dark chocolate, arts and crafts, visiting people, and trying new recipes. She enjoyed traveling and making new memories. She tried to attend as many of her grandkids sporting events as possible.

The Rosary will be recited at 6pm Friday, Feb. 28, 2020 in the Chapel at Trout Funeral Home. A Memorial Mass will held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church at 2pm on Saturday, February the 29th. Marcia will be laid to rest privately at the Newkirk Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Ponca City Arts Association, 400 E. Central, Ste. 500, Ponca CIty, OK 74601 or St. Mary’s Catholic School, 415 S. 7th St., Ponca City, OK 74601.

Source: Trout Funeral Home