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Margaret Palka Obituary

Margaret H. Palka VIRGINIA BEACH - Margie, 87, passed away Nov. 19, 2010. She was born in Ohio, and spent a majority of her life in Virginia Beach. She was predeceased by her parents; husband, Rudolph Palka of 56 years; and son, Gary Palka. Left to cherish her memory are her son Duane Palka, and daughter-in-law, Carol Palka. Margie spent most of her life taking care of her son Duane. She was a member of the Church of the Holy Family in Virginia Beach. Margie was loved and supported by her family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the John and Mildred Thoroughgood House, 1391 Marshall Court, Virginia Beach, VA 23455. A graveside service will be today, Nov. 23, at 1 p.m. at Princess Anne Memorial Park. Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462, is handling the arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to www.altmeyer. com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 23, 2010.

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Ralph Denton

November 25, 2010

Sorry to hear about Margaret, she will missed by us, the Denton family, Ralph and Kathleen Denton and kids,

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