Marjorie Elaine (Pitroff) Frudd, 86, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 3, 2024 in Salamanca. Born on Valentine's Day in 1938 in Erie, PA, Marjorie's life was a testament to love and dedication, a melody that resonated through her days as surely as the music she played.
Marjorie's journey began as the daughter of the late Charles and Hazel (Shreve) Pitroff, and her path was one of harmony and service. In 1956, she graduated from Mayville Central Schools, embarking on a career that included nurturing roles as a Chautauqua County Home aide, a switchboard operator at Chautauqua and Erie Telephone Company, and a buyer for Sidey's Department Store. Her most cherished vocation, however, was that of a childcare giver, a role in which she excelled with infinite warmth and patience.
Married for 60 blissful years to her late husband, Charles B. Frudd, Marjorie was the loving matriarch of a family that included her daughter, Deborah S. Johnson; her daughter, Dalynn R. Frudd; her son, Douglas D. (Jayne) Frudd; and her predeceased son, Daniel C. Frudd. The joys of her life were further multiplied by her grandchildren, Joshua N. (Rachel) Johnson, Cullen (Heather) Johnson, Kirsten (Frank) Gesing, Jesse (Sarah) Johnson, Samantha (Jeff) Roblee, Sarah Frudd and Sadie Frudd; as well as her great-grandchildren, Norah, Delia, Chiara, Leon, August, Mila, Minka, Evelynn, Micah, Emma and Caroline; brothers-in-law, Harry Frudd, Robert (Bonnie) Frudd and Duane (Sharon) Frudd; and a treasured circle of nieces and nephews.
Marjorie's love extended beyond the reaches of family, touching the lives of her predeceased sister, Mary; predeceased brother, Charles; a predeceased brother-in-law, Eugene; and a sister-in-law, Emma.
Her life was a bouquet of interests, including entertaining family and friends, and her passion for music led her to play the piano for her church, numerous weddings, and funerals. Marjorie was a dedicated member and pianist at the East Lake Road Alliance Church and served joyously in the same capacity at the Brocton Free Methodist Church for many years.
Marjorie's legacy is a composition of love, faith, and a gentle spirit that will continue to inspire and comfort those who were blessed to know her. As we reflect on her life, we are reminded of the harmony and selflessness that she embodied. Her song on earth may have ended, but her melody lingers on in the hearts of those who loved her.
Relatives and friends may visit the Morse Funeral Home, 51 Highland Avenue in Brocton on Friday, April 12 from 4:00-7:00 PM and on Saturday, April 13 from 10:00-11:00 AM from the East Lake Road Alliance Church, 4500 East Lake Road in Erie, PA, where a funeral service will immediately follow. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the East Lake Road Alliance Church.
