Marjorie Elizabeth Shaw

Marjorie Elizabeth Shaw, age 98, of Mesa, Arizona, formerly of Cedar Falls, Iowa, passed away Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Pegasus Landing of Mesa.

Marjorie was born December 22, 1926, in Pleasant Dale, Nebraska, the daughter of Rev. Edgar and Grace (Ogle) Cochell. She graduated from Dubuque Sr High School, before receiving a bachelor’s degree from Iowa State Teachers College in Cedar Falls. Marjorie continued her education with a master’s degree at State College of Iowa.

On June 19, 1948, Marjorie was united in marriage to Harold Shaw in Delhi, Iowa. He preceded her in death on February 9, 2001. Marjorie spent her career as an educator, retiring from the University of Northern Iowa, Department of Education in 1990, having taught curriculum and instruction for 17 years. She also spent four years at Wartburg College Education Department from 1969-1973, and 12 years as the Principal of Main St Elementary School in Cedar Falls.

Marjorie was a member of the First United Methodist Church, past president of CF Business and Professional Women, as well as CF branch of ACE, PTA, and Post Office Aux.

She is survived by two daughters: Susan (Mike) Chesko of Mesa, Arizona and Linda Wendell of Mesa, Arizona along with three grandchildren: Heather (Stephen) Geffrey, Andrew (Kayla) Fulcher, and Aaron Chesko.

Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband, Harold and sister, Velma Woods

Funeral services will be: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at Bunker’s University Chapel in Mesa at 7:00 pm with visitation at 6:30 pm.

Arrangements by Bunker’s University Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.