Marjorie Hall

(From Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home)

Marjorie Scott Ferrante-Hall passed away peacefully on January 7, 2026, at the age of 93, surrounded by the warmth of a life filled with family, music, and adventure. 

Born on Independence Day in 1932 in the small town of Onarga, Illinois, Marjorie was the second of nine children. She grew up in a lively household where music and family were at the heart of every day—qualities that would shape her extraordinary life. At 18, she moved to the Los Angeles area, where she met and married William Ferrante. Together they raised four sons: Robert, William Jr., John, and Scott. Marjorie was a devoted and loving mother whose warmth and strength left an indelible mark on her boys.

A remarkably versatile musician, Marjorie played woodwinds and brass with skill, but found her greatest joy at the piano. Her deep love of music was matched only by her lifelong passion for opera, which brought beauty and inspiration to her days. After many fulfilling years as a wife and mother, Marjorie enjoyed a vibrant retirement in Palm Springs with her second husband, Ben Hall. Together they embraced new adventures, including Marjorie earning her pilot’s license. The two of them loved flying to destinations across the country, sharing the thrill of the skies and the joy of discovery. Their home in Palm Springs also became a beloved gathering place, especially known for Marjorie and Ben's legendary New Year’s Eve parties—warm, festive celebrations filled with laughter, music, and cherished friends.

Marjorie is survived by her four beloved sons, her step-children, Annie and Benjamin; and a large extended family who will forever remember her generosity, talent, and boundless spirit. 

Her legacy lives on in the music she played, the family she nurtured, the skies she soared through, and the love and joy she shared so freely with everyone around her.

Memorial services for Marjorie are being held on Saturday April 11, 2026 from 10:00a.m. to 12:00p.m. at the Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, Missouri.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Bennett-Wormington Funeral Home in Monett, Missouri.