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Marcia Drew, former international programs assistant, passes away

After battling ovarian cancer for nearly 18 months, Marcia Drew died Jan. 26. The funeral service will be Feb. 3 at 10 a.m. at the Del City Church of Christ. Marcia is survived by her husband, Don; her daughter, Lauren; her son, Stephen; and four grandchildren.

Marcia worked at Oklahoma Christian University from 2014 to 2016 in the office of international programs and Don is a professor of international management and business. The couple sponsored the Asian studies program in the summer of 2016, according to John Osborne, the director of international programs.

“[Marcia] was the front door to the office of international programs, receiving visitors—she was so good at that,” Osborne said. “She represented the office to a lot of people on campus. She was a fantastic, tremendous person. Her gift was gracious hospitality. She welcomed everybody in, made them feel at home—she embodied the ‘OC is home’ mantra.”

Graduate Admissions Counselor Greg Gillham worked with Marcia in the international programs office. Gillham said Marcia was gracious and hospitable, especially when working with international students.

“I really want to remember her because she was a great friend to international students,” Gillham said. “She always took time to listen to them and respect them and help them when they came to the office. She just loved any chance to serve them—she was great. We’re missing her a lot.”

According to Gillham, Marcia originally volunteered in the international programs office, and helped with whatever she could. The volunteer position turned into a part-time job, so Marcia could spend more time in the office while being paid.

“Marcia ran the front desk with a smile, but also could handle all kinds of people coming in at all times,” Gillham said. “She lived a life of faith and joy, so I know it’s really a celebration of her life, too. I’m glad she’s not suffering with cancer anymore, but we grieve with Don and his loss.”

The family has requested that in leu of flowers, all donations be made in Marcia’s name to Camp Rock Creek via the Del City Church of Christ.

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