Marjorie Elaine Bachman, born June 29, 1959, in Macon Georgia, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on March 12, 2025, in Virginia Beach, Virginia, at the age of 65.
Marjorie dedicated her life to service within the rooms of Alcoholics and Narcotics Anonymous. Her service was marked by a loud strength and unwavering dedication to the addict still suffering.
Marjorie had a great love of music. In high school she was a member of the Madrigals and had the opportunity to perform at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D.C. She continued her musical journey playing classical guitar and singing in a folk-rock band. Many said her voice resembled Stevie Nicks’ voice. She passed on this love of music to her children and grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her father, Robert William Dye, and her sister, Terri Wilson.
Marjorie is survived by her loving husband, Steven Bachman; her devoted mother, Lucille Finn; and her cherished children, Amanda Buttolph and Ricky Ware, along with his wife, Emily. Her legacy continues through her beloved grandchildren, Ian Buttolph and his wife, Mayrian, Kane Buttolph and his wife, Cyntyna, David Ware, Patrick Ware, AnaBella Starr Johnson, and Elijah Bleu Johnson, as well as her great-granddaughter, Adeline Grey Buttolph. She also leaves behind her dear nieces and nephews, Michael Angel, Kandice Angel, and Krystal Commers along with her great nieces Emma, Aria, and Ryan and her great nephews C.J., Kash, and Phoenix as well as her former son-in-law Chris Buttolph.
Marjorie’s family will honor her memory with an inurnment at Arlington National Cemetery at a date to be determined later, where her spirit will be surrounded by the dignity and respect she so richly deserves. In this time of loss, her family finds solace in the enduring love and memories they shared with Marjorie, a woman of grace and quiet strength. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
In Lieu in sending flowers, we ask instead that you save your money and give your time to someone in your life that you may or may not know yet that could use a helping hand or hug as a push to grow and overcome whatever struggle they may be going through. That is what Marji would do. One day at a Time.
