Marjorie Malone

Marjorie Ann Malone, age 89, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2025, in Fishers, Indiana. 

Marjorie lived a life defined by kindness, intelligence, patience, and quiet strength. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, educator, and friend, whose steady presence and gentle guidance touched generations of family, students, and colleagues.

She shared 50 years of marriage with her beloved husband, F. Gene Malone, an Army veteran, writer, American history teacher, and pro-life activist, who preceded her in death.

Marjorie is survived by her children, Deborah J. Campbell (Malone), Laurie L. Malone, and Jeffrey S. Malone; her grandchildren, Kasey, Kady, Dustin, Cory, Kaya, Kaylee, Brittney, Shana, and Shera; her brother, Tom Fairbanks of Gettysburg; and her lifelong friend, Cynthia Chaney.

She was preceded in death by her granddaughter Shannon, her grandson Jeffrey, her parents Dr. Warren Fairbanks and Lucille Fairbanks, and her siblings Donald Fairbanks, Bruce Fairbanks, and Ruth Borszich (Fairbanks).

A proud South Dakotan, Marjorie held her heritage close to her heart. Her family history traced back to Mayflower founders and Vice President Fairbanks, and she often spoke with pride of her grandmother who crossed the South Dakota prairies by covered wagon. Marjorie earned both her Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts degrees in Mathematics from the University of South Dakota in Vermillion. Her grandfather, Dr. Haines, was a founder of the Churchill-Haines Chemistry Department, a legacy of education Marjorie carried forward throughout her life.

She dedicated her career to teaching mathematics, first at Kemper Hall and later at Lincoln Junior High School in Kenosha, Wisconsin, where she retired. She was respected for her patience, clarity, and care for her students. Beyond the classroom, Marjorie enjoyed painting ceramics, baking, traveling to visit family, and spending time with her beloved American Eskimo companion, Shera.

By her request, her remains were cremated, and no services were held. Private family remembrances will take place at a later date.

Above all, Marjorie taught those who loved her patience, kindness, and how to include adventure while living a simple, meaningful life.

She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered.