Marjorie F. Alberico

Marjorie Frances Alberico (nee Johnson) of St. Peters, MO passed away Friday, November 28, 2025 (her 94th birthday), having reached another remarkable milestone in October by celebrating a 75th wedding anniversary with her loving husband Dominec Alberico. Marjorie is survived by her husband Dominec, her sons Robert (Christine) Alberico of Ellisville, MO and James (Vicky) Alberico of St. Peters, MO, as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Marjorie, originally from Lockport, IL, was the daughter of the late Harvey Johnson and the late Dorothy Johnson (nee King). She is also preceded in death by sister Phyllis (the late Edward) Krajewski, and half-brother George Jones.

Marjorie grew up in Lockport, where she completed her entire education and most of her long career. Her family attended the First Congregational Church. As a member of the renowned Lockport Township High School (LTHS) band, she excelled at cornet, attaining First Chair. After graduating from high school, she married Dominec who had also attended LTHS. She soon joined Dominec in Cheyenne, WY where he was based in the USAF. Their first child Robert was born there shortly before Dominec completed his duty and discharge. There were some intermediate short-term residences that followed and the birth of second son James. Ultimately, the family settled into a home in Lockport where Marjorie and Dominec would reside until moving to St. Peters, MO after retirement. Marjorie's retirement culminated nearly continuous employment during her adult life. She excelled at office skills and often wore many hats as receptionist, secretary, transcriptionist, office manager, and payroll officer. Marjorie held several jobs over her lifetime, but most of her years were spent with the Lockport Shopper newspaper. That was followed by some years at the Joliet Herald. Her office skills and strong work ethic translated well into her household management of finances and budget, even well past retirement. Her frugal dedication led to an uninterrupted family income, with seldom any debt. However, that left her little time for leisure. She did, though, especially like mystery novels and television detective shows. She also dabbled in scrapbooking. In retrospect, she was a progressive woman for the era. As a petite young lady barely five feet tall, Marjorie drove stick-shift cars including a 1933 Ford and later a 1950 Studebaker to work. At times, she had jobs in neighboring Joliet. Marjorie was a generous person and had several favorite charities. She was also a lover of animals, especially cats. Marjorie was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Memorials may be made in Marjorie's name to the Fisher Center for Alzheimer's Research Foundation.

Per Majorie’s wishes, there will be no public viewing and after cremation there will be no services.