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2019
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MARGARET Calkins Obituary
Margaret Susannah Calkins Van Auken (Age 62)
Passed away on Friday, August 30, 2019, after a courageous, year-long battle with breast cancer. Maggie, as she was fondly known by so many, was born in 1957, raised in Falls Church, VA, and spent her adult life in Akron, OH. She loved to garden, read, travel abroad, and spend time at the beach. She made friends easily and her love of laughter was her signature. Her two daughters, Susannah and Abbey, were her biggest pride and joy. Maggie earned her BA in Psychology from Marietta College, Marietta, OH (1979), and attended JEB Stuart High School in Falls Church, VA (1974.) She is preceded in death by her parents G. Nathan Calkins (2001), Susannah Eby Calkins (2014); sisters Helen (1978) and Sarah (2000). Maggie is survived by her daughters Susannah (Paul) Lich and Abbey Van Auken; beloved grandchildren Leah, Ryker, and Griffin Lich; and sister Abigail (Francisco) Calkins Aguirre. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, October 20, 2019, at 1 p.m. at Murphy Funeral Home, 1102 W. Broad St., Falls Church, VA 22046, with Reverend Laird Thomason officiating, with a time for sharing memories. Reception to follow. A private interment will take place at a later date. Maggie adored dogs, in particular her 12-year old German Shepherd Dixon (who died in early August.) In lieu of flowers, donations in Maggie's honor can be made to One of a Kind Pet Rescue (www.oneofakindpets.com) or a cancer charity of your choice.
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Linda Marcuse
October 6, 2019
Will always remember you with your welcoming smile and infectious laughter . Peace be with you , you will not be forgotten .
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Oct
20
Celebration of Life
1:00 p.m.
Murphy Funeral Homes - Falls Church1102 West Broad Street, Falls Church, VA 22046
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