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Margaret Cordes Obituary
CORDES,
Margaret A.
(Wright)
Margaret passed away Thursday, February 17, 2011. She was born in Spokane, January 24, 1939, to Hap and Tan Wright.
A 1957 graduate of Lewis
& Clark High School, she also attended Eastern Washington College. In April 1962, Margaret married Karl H. Cordes, after which their two children, Mark and Julie, were born. She was employed with Spokane School District #81 Food Service, eventually retiring in 1999. Margaret enjoyed sewing, was active in the Whitworth Women's Auxiliary, and served in several capacities at Whitworth Presbyterian Church. Margaret was happiest when surrounded by her family and friends. Her care, thoughtfulness, and incredible wit will be joyously remembered and missed by everyone who knew her.
Margaret was preceded in death by her husband Karl, in 1989. Survivors include: Son and daughter-in-law, Mark and Jennifer Cordes; daughter and son-in-law, Julie and Tom Yearout; grandsons David Yearout and Braeden Cordes; granddaughters Laurie Yearout and Kaila Cordes; sister Janet Orr; sister/brother-in-law, Annetta and Don Farr; a niece, three nephews, their spouses, children and grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, February 26, 2011, at Whitworth Presbyterian Church, 312 W. Hawthorne Road, Spokane 99251. In lieu of flowers, Margaret's family members suggest donations in her name to Whitworth Church, Whitworth University, or the Parkinsons Foundation.
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Memories and Condolences
for Margaret Cordes
Jackie Peirone (Snow)
February 25, 2011
Mark and Julie so sorry for the loss of your mother. I have many fond memories of good times spent with both of your parents at Diamond Lake. Your mom was a very good person always happy and I know she will be truly missed. I am sorry to have lost touch with her over the last few years. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.
Lisa Mitchell
February 24, 2011
Mark and Julie, so sorry for the loss of your wonderful mom. I have many wonderful memories of her as well. May both of your hearts be filled with her wonderful memories. My thoughts are with you and your families.
Lynn Gurley
February 24, 2011
So sorry to learn of your mother's passing, Mark and Julie. She must have been a fantastic mother to have raised such fine children. It was my pleasure to have had you as students at Salk.
Carmon Bellamy
February 22, 2011
Julie, Mark, & families,I am so sorry to hear of Margaret's passing.I enjoyed visiting with her so much as I did her nails every couple weeks. Sincerely,
Carmon Bellamy
February 21, 2011
Mark, I was sorry (and shocked!) to read of your mother's passing. My sympathies to you and your family. Wendy Westby, Anchorage, AK
February 20, 2011
My condolences to Margaret's family and sincere sympathy to Janet.
Linda Hughbanks McClenahan
LC '57
February 20, 2011
Margret, I spent many years on th 57 LC reruion committee, in which you were a very active member. We will miss you.
Bob Faulkner
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