Marcine "Marci" Huddleston

Marcine “Marci” Huddleston (nee DiGiacomo), of O Fallon, MO, passed away Wednesday, November 4, 2026 at the age of 60. Beloved wife of Kevin Huddleston; cherished daughter of Elaine and Larry Doyle, and the late Louis DiGiacomo; devoted mother of Danielle (Thomas Duffy) DiGiacomo, Jaclynn Huddleston and Melanie Huddleston; loving grandmother of Cordelia and Natalie; dear sister of Denise Morris and Mark DiGiacomo; treasured aunt of Christopher DiGiacomo, Emily Morris, Bridget Morris and Molly Morris; Marci is also survived by many more nieces, nephews and cousins.

Marci had a heart for helping others, which naturally led her to a career in nursing. She cared deeply and fiercely for those around her and would do anything to help someone in need. She took the time to truly know people, understand their stories, and recognize what they needed. Her compassion and willingness to go above and beyond touched countless lives.

A woman of incredible strength, Marci bravely battled kidney disease for more than 20 years. She was strong-willed, outgoing, and full of personality. She had a way of connecting with people on a deep level and was truly a ball of fire. Her vibrant spirit and larger-than-life personality made her unforgettable to everyone fortunate enough to know her.

Family was at the center of Marci’s life. She absolutely adored her grandchildren and treasured every opportunity to spend time with them, especially sharing her love of crafting during the Halloween and Christmas seasons. Creating special memories with her family brought her great joy.

Marci also had a special love for animals, especially cats, and fostered many cats throughout the years. She was a devoted St. Louis Cardinals fan and enjoyed meeting many of her favorite players. She also had a passion for thrifting, always enjoying the excitement of finding treasures and buying and selling items.

Marci was a loving grandmother, compassionate nurse, devoted animal lover, passionate Cardinals fan, and a strong, spirited woman who lived life with her whole heart. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength, laughter, and love. Marci was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Please check back for further updates.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made in Marci’s honor to the National Kidney Foundation.