Marie Twaddle

Marie Twaddle passed from this life and was delivered into the hands of her Lord on Sunday May 31, 2026 at the age of 93 in the comfort of her home, surrounded by family. Marie was born May 19, 1933 in College Springs, Iowa to Marjorie Dow Livengood and Eurod Olin Livengood.

A 1951 graduate of Elmo, MO high school where she excelled in Volleyball and was named Queen of the Chieftain yearbook. She was also won first runner-up as Nodaway County Fair Queen in 1950.

In 1952 at the Methodist Church of Elmo, Marie was united in marriage with Bruce Twaddle, Sr. From this union five children were born. Tragically, Marie lost the love of her life, Bruce, in 1968 and raised all five of their children as a single mother. She was assisted by strong family support, the loving community of Maryville and a deep faith in Christ.

Her children were raised to be competitors and taught to seek the prize of victory.. Maryville High School wrestling fans fought for best viewing seats, not of wrestling but of Marie’s wild antics as she cheered her sons (PTLP).

Laughter, Love and great food filled Marie’s home. When grandchildren arrived she became the matriarch of goodness and love. Known as “Grandma Honey” her home was the destination of all children on Halloween where she struck fear in their hearts and filled their baskets with the best treats. She loved with an immeasurable ferocity.

Marie (Grandma Honey) is survived by a multitude of family, the truest testament to her legacy: One sister; Connie (Gary) Marriott, and a brother-in-law Paul Ellison. Her five children; Patrice (Gene) Lager, Bruce (Polly) Twaddle, Shelly (Kavin) Dew, Bryan (Sheri) Twaddle, Brad (Soheyla) Twaddle and “adopted” son, Chuck (Janet) Warden. She has17 Grandchildren; Melisa (Brad) Lager, Kristi (Matt) Ryan, Ryan (Billy) Lager, Amber (Matt) Andre, Trent (Amanda) Twaddle, Micah (Joshua) Cogan, Teal (Kassidy) Twaddle, Spencer (Andi) Twaddle, Davey (Cindy) Wilson, Tara (Monty) Kroeze, Tyler Wilson, Will (Amanda) Twaddle, Blair (Molly) Twaddle, Matt (Kori) Twaddle, Brooke Twaddle, Kathleen Twaddle and Owen Twaddle.

In addition, Marie has 25 Great Grandchildren; Samantha and Zachary Ryan, Teddy and Charlie Andre, Molly, Beau and Lyla Twaddle, Jonathan, Bellamy and Skylar Cogan, Payne, Wyatt and Reed Twaddle, Barrett and Kilian Twaddle, Treyton Farley, Avery and Brody White, Taylor, Kaylee, Chloe and Maddison Wilson, Sophie, Aubrey and Ellie Twaddle.

Marie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Bruce E Twaddle , Her brothers Lynn (Curly) Livengood & Dale Livengood and sister Marge Smith and precious Great-grandson, Parker Wilson.

Services are planned for Wednesday June 3, 2026 at The United Methodist Church, 102 North Main St. Maryville. Family visitation 11:30-1:00. Funeral services 1:00 under the direction of Rev. Steve Jones and Bram Funeral Home. Graveside services 2:45 Lamar Cemetery, Elmo, MO.

In lieu of flowers the family would direct donations to:

Maryville Parks & Recreation, Marie Twaddle Children’s Park Fund, 1407 North Country Club Road Unit 200, Maryville, MO 64468