Dr. Marjorie (Sherriff) Rohde, PHD

Dr. Marjorie S Rhode Phd, 93 of Spencer, formerly of Franklin and New York City, passed away April 14, 2021 after a period of declining health.

Marjorie was born in Detroit, Michigan the daughter of Lesliy M. and Lois (Wilde) Sherriff.  Raised in New Jersey, Marjorie graduated from the Dwight School for Girls and earned her Bachelors, Masters and Phd from Boston University.  Marjorie sensing a need to serve her country joined the U.S. Navy during the Korean war, serving proudly as a LTJG.   Upon discharge She met and married Dr. Max S. Rohde and lived in love in the New York City area until Max passed away in 1972.   Marjorie then moved to the Cape Cod, Attleboro and the Wrentham area.  She has lived in Spencer for several years.   Marjorie practiced  psychology with a focus on children, she wrote and published several books and articles for medical magazines while in her practice.   Marjorie also bred show dogs while living on Cape Cod with her husband.  

She is survived by friends and former patients who loved her dearly.   Marjorie enjoyed reading., writing, gardening, nature, and the woods.    

A funeral service will be held Monday, April 26, 2021, with full military honors  at 11:00 am in the MA Veterans cemetery, 111 Glenallen Street, Winchendon.  The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, is honored to assist the family with arrangements.