Marjorie Grenoble Esenwine

Marjorie G. Esenwine, 77, of Parkersburg, West Virginia, daughter of William L. Grenoble III and Miriam Clark-Grenoble, of Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, went home to be with the Lord on June 30, 2025.

Marjorie was born on August 25, 1947. She was a 1965 graduate of Lock Haven High School and received her Bachelors of Science and Masters of Education from Pennsylvania State University. She married John F. Esenwine of Lock Haven, Pennsylvania, on December 28, 1968. First and foremost, she was a person of faith who truly loved her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Marjorie was a teacher for 25 years at Saint Marys Area School District in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania, where she taught 3rd grade, 5th grade and kindergarten. In 1991, she was nominated by her peers to be the first Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year from the district. She was a member of Shiloh First Presbyterian Church for 35 years and participated in the church choir, Vacation Bible School, and founded the Pioneer Girls Christian Club, which had over 110 participants from the church and community.

She was always passionate about sharing the Gospel with children and would often have children over during the summers to talk about Jesus in her Good News Club. At a Bible study in her home, Marjorie and a group of ladies had a dream and a vision to establish a food bank for those in need. The ladies took action in creating what would become the Elk County Food Bank.

Despite her accomplishments, Marjorie was deeply humble and avoided recognition for her work in the school system, church and community.

Within days of retirement and a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease, Marjorie was wondering what direction her life would take. The opportunity was given to her to move to Parkersburg to assist with childcare for her two oldest grandchildren. With great joy, she and her husband John moved to the Mid-Ohio Valley to help.

Upon moving to Parkersburg, they became members of Stout Memorial United Methodist Church. Marjorie participated in the choir, and she and John led several well-attended Bible studies together. At the conclusion of every Bible study, they welcomed all participants to their home for a meal and made many Christian friends. She additionally participated in BSF Bible study and helped out in the children’s department. Later, she and John joined the First Presbyterian Church of Williamstown. Although her health was declining, Marjorie attended the Presbyterian Women’s Group and frequently led Bible studies. Marjorie was always admired for her Biblical knowledge and understanding of how the Gospel is woven throughout everyday life.

Marjorie fought Parkinson’s disease for over 23 years, but never let the disease interfere with her life’s activities. She never complained about her circumstances, but continued to help others and her family to the best of her ability. She additionally participated in several studies and research initiatives for Parkinson’s.

Marjorie is preceded in death by her parents, William L. Grenoble III and Miriam Clark-Grenoble, as well as her brothers William L. “Skip” Grenoble IV and Eric Grenoble (at birth). She is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, John F. Esenwine; her beloved daughters Allison Esenwine (Christopher); Krista Pierson (John); Lynn McGehee (Andrew); grandchildren Jenna Tanaka (Matteo) and Matthew Pierson; Lila McGehee, Stella McGehee and Ethan McGehee. She is additionally survived by her brother Dane Grenoble, as well as several nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, it was Marjorie’s request that anyone who reads this obituary and wants to contribute should do so by making a donation to Samaritan’s Purse. If you do not know Jesus as your Lord and Savior, it was her wish that you would come to know Him and feel free to reach out to Samaritan’s Purse for more information.

Marjorie had an immeasurable impact on the lives of those who knew and loved her, and she will be deeply missed. Her family takes comfort in knowing she is reunited with Jesus.

A celebration of life will be held at First Presbyterian Church, 314 W. Fifth Street, Williamstown, West Virginia, with Pastor Elizabeth Campbell-Maleke officiating on Saturday, July 12, 2025. Visitors will be received starting at 11 a.m. and the service will begin at noon.

Lambert Tatman Funeral Homes and Crematory have been entrusted with Marjorie’s final wishes, and are honored to serve her family.