Marguerite Susan Crown March 4, 1947 – August 22, 2021

Marguerite was born in Palo Alto, CA on March 4, 1947 to Virginia Smith Mccowen and Hale Mccowen Jr. and passed away peacefully at her home in Sacramento on August 22, 2021 surrounded by family. Marguerite is survived by her daughter Susan Cellitti, Susan’s husband Jason, grandchildren Jackson and Agnes, her brother John Mccowen and many dear friends. Her family has roots in Mendocino County dating back to the 1850’s, and she continued the family traditions of public service and of strong, capable, intelligent women. Marguerite graduated from UC Berkeley where she met her future husband. They settled in Sacramento with their daughter, and Marguerite was soon recognized for her outstanding contributions to youth organizations including Arden Manor Recreation and Park District and Sacramento-yolo Council of Camp Fire. Marguerite stayed in Sacramento after her divorce and continued to build lifelong friendships through her devotion to resolving problems, getting things done, and being there for those in need. She was active in the Sierra Oaks School community for almost 40 years, including over twenty years as school secretary, before illness led to her retirement in 2018. Marguerite enjoyed travel, the arts and many hobbies and activities but possibly none so much as reading a good book with a tall iced tea nearby. A Remembrance will be held at Lombard Funeral Home in Sacramento on Thursday, September 9th at 3-5 pm. A small graveside service will be held in Ukiah on Friday September 10th at 11 am. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Sierra Oaks PTA, The Sun House Museum in Ukiah, or your local arts institution.