Margie Lansdon, age 78, of Sparta, passed away Monday, July 2, 2012 in Christian Health Care of Nixa. She was born July 14, 1933, in Hayes Center, Nebraska, the daughter of Lee William and Matilda (Harms) Dickson. Before retirement, Margie helped the elderly in their homes. She enjoyed her cats and spent time reading and working puzzles. She also enjoyed singing gospel music. Survivors include: six children, Charles, Jay, Annette, Nancy, Linda and John; loving nieces and nephews; and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and two sisters, Betty Phillips and Dorothy Kelley. Funeral services will be 10:00 AM Thursday, July 5, in Adams Funeral Home, Ozark. Burial will follow in Bruner Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:00 AM until service time on Thursday.