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Margrathe Ford Obituary

Margrathe E. Ford, 91, of Sunrise Beach, Mo., died Monday, October 13, 2008. Visitation will be from 4-5 p.m. Thursday, October 16, followed by a celebration of life at the Westside Family Church Student Center, 85th and Woodsonia Drive, Lenexa, Kan. The family suggests memorial contributions to the First Baptist Church in Laurie, Mo. Margrathe was born August 19, 1917, in Kansas City, Kan. She graduated from Wyandotte High School in 1934. She owned and operated her own hair salon in her home for 40 years. She was a charter member of the First Baptist Church of Laurie, Mo., and a KOPS member of TOPS in Laurie, Mo. She was preceded in death by her husband of 44 years, Townsend Carter (Bud) Ford, grandson Scott and granddaughter Sandy. She is survived by her daughters Judy Majewski (John), Debby Stoker (Kevin), grandchildren Jan Thomas, Dale Thomas (Joy), Ed Sheldon (Kelly), Matt Stoker, and Kelly Stoker, 11 great grandchildren, brother Ellis Atchison (Jean), sister Maxine Myers (Frank) and many special nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Condolences may be expressed online at www.porterfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by: Porter Funeral Homes & Crematory, 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa, Kan., (913) 438-6444.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Oct. 15, 2008.

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Mary Cindrich

October 17, 2008

John, Judy, Dale, Joy, Robbie & family,

You have no idea of what a blessing it was for me to have met GG at the lake a month ago and to have spent some special time sitting and visiting with her. I knew at that time what a very, special woman she was and what a blessing she was to all of her family. "I can only imagine" what it's like for her now to be in the presence of our Lord! God bless all of you and your family.

Much love,
John, Mary, Sarah & Tyler

Dan, Stacie, and Brandie Lykins

October 15, 2008

We feel very blessed to have become part of such a wonderful family. Margrathe or GG was such a fun, adventurous lady and had some of the best stories to tell. She became a great friend, part of our family, and like a grandma to Brandie. She will be missed but never forgotten.
With All Our Love,
Dan, Stacie, and Brandie

Terri Bogina

October 15, 2008

Deb, Kevin and family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Margrathe was such a sweet lady I know you will all miss her terribly. I didn't know that she and I shared a birthday.

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Terri

Jenny Moore

October 15, 2008

Deb, Kelly and Family,
May the peace from your loving memories comfort you now and in the days ahead. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Terri Mott

October 15, 2008

She was a great example of living life to it's fullest.

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