The Richmond News, Jan. 9, 2026

Margie Frances Bingham, 98, of Richmond passed away Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026, at Shirkey Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Richmond.

Margie was born Oct. 8, 1927, in Richmond, the daughter of Roy Lee and Marguerite (Danner) Schwensen.

She was united in marriage to B. “Edgar” Bingham of Lawson on June 2, 1951. He preceded her in death on May 3, 1992.

Survivors include her daughterinlaw, Brenda Bingham; two grandchildren, Laura Whitmer and Chris (Lamphai) Bingham; four greatgrandchildren, Trae Whitmer, Damon Whitmer, Jordan (Madeline) Whitmer and Brooke Whitmer; and greatgreat- grandson, Cohen Whitmer. Her nieces and nephews, April (Russ) Green, Julie (Stacy) Grimm, Darrell Phipps and Steven Phipps; and several great-nieces and nephews also survive.

In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; son, Eddie Lee Bingham; sister, Betty Phipps; and grandson-in-law, Rick Whitmer.

Margie was raised and educated in the area of her birth and was a graduate of Richmond High School.

Throughout her working years, she was employed as a sales clerk and bookkeeper for Orscheln and Jay’s Auto in Richmond. She also proudly owned and operated, with her husband, Bing’s Café and the 210 Supper Club, both well-known in the Richmond community.

Margie treasured the time she spent with her family and enjoyed traveling, especially later in life. Alongside her friends, she took memorable trips to Alaska and Hawaii.

She was a faithful member of Todd’s Chapel Church in Richmond, where she found friendship and fellowship.

The family suggests memorial contributions be made to Shirkey Hospice. They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home; 507 E. Main St.-P.O. Box 190; Richmond, MO 64085.

Graveside services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 12, in Todd’s Chapel Cemetery, Richmond. Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond is in charge of the arrangements.

Please share your memories of Margie with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.