Margaret F. Turner-Burch

1925 - 2015

Margaret F. Turner-Burch obituary, 1925-2015

Margaret F. Turner-Burch

1925 - 2015

BORN

1925

DIED

2015

Margaret Turner-Burch Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 31, 2015.
Margaret F. Turner-Burch, 90, passed away October 29th under the care of Good Shepherd Hospice in Wichita, Kasnas. Margaret was born July 23, 1925 in Wichita,Kansas and was preceded in death by her parents, John Egan and Bridget (Healy) Egan of Irish descent; 4 brothers, Philip Egan, John Egan, Maurice Egan, Thomas Egan; 2 sisters, Marie Graves and Eileen Karcher. She was the youngest child in her family. Her 1st husband of 52 years of marriage, Horace L. "Bob" Turner, also preceded her in death in 1998. Margaret also suffered the loss of her son, Dennis M. Turner in 1990; son-in-law, Dennis B. Bonar in 2006; daughter, Trish L. Bajaj and son-in-law Dr. Ashok K. Bajaj in 2008. She is survived by her 2nd husband, Robert L. Burch; twin daughters, Kathy M. Franks (and husband, Dan Franks), Karen A. Crumm, both of Wichita, KS and daughter, Colleen Bonar from Alexandria, VA. Margaret is also survived by seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Her great joy was being Irish and proud of it. Margaret was an active volunteer for Victory-In-The-Valley for more than a decade and performed other volunteer services at St. Francis Hospital and The Lord's Diner assisting others at every opportunity after raising her own family of five children. She also enjoyed many years of sunshine, recreation and social activites during the winter months in Mesa, AZ with both of her husbands. Visitation will be Monday 1 to 5 p.m, with the family receiving friends from 3 to 5 p.m., at DeVorss Flanagan Hunt Mortuary. A Rosary will be held Monday 6:00 p.m., and Funeral Mass Tuesday 10:30 a.m., both at St. Jude's Catholic Church. Interment will be at Resurrection Cemetery immediatley following. After burial, the church has organized a dinner at St. Jude Hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to either of the two below; Good Shepherd Hospice, 7829 E. Rock Hill, Suite 403, Wichita, KS 67206, Telephone 316/616-2277 or Victory In The Valley, 3755 E. Douglas, Wichita, KS 67218, Telephone 316/680-7400Arrangements under the direction of Devorss Flanagan-Hunt Mortuary, Wichita, KS.

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Lindy Hood

November 7, 2015

Kathy, Karen, Colleen, although I didn't know her well, I remember your mom as a warm and friendly person. I can still remember Trish telling me that when you were all growing up, your mom would disguise healthy food e.g. wheat bread in a white bread wrapper to help get you all to eat better. I remember the pictures Kathy shared with me of the trip you all took to Ireland. She helped create a great family atmosphere that I always admired. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sad time.

Gerhard Glomm

November 1, 2015

I was an exchange student with Trish in the 70s. I will always remember Margaret and Bob as two lovely people. I have enjoyed their openness and their hospitality. I will always remember Margaret's cheerful and friendly nature. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

November 1, 2015

Margaret was a beautiful lady and such a dear friend to our mom, Geneva (Riedl) Keehn. My mom would have such fun with Margaret and Patty - she was a like a little girl again when they would get together. I was married in 1985 and wore on of "the twin's" wedding dress as my own - perfect fit and style and so precious to have something offered by Margaret. I have a picture of her from my wedding reception touching the dress, no doubt having memories of her daughter's wedding. Margaret will be missed by so many but memories of her kindness and tenderness will remain.
Ann Keehn, daughter of Francis and Geneva Keehn

Laurie Giggy

November 1, 2015

Kathy,Karen, Colleen and all, so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. She was one of the nicest, kindest people I have ever met. She always made me feel welcome when I spent the night with Trish, when we were growing up. She just always seemed happy and I admired that about her. She created a wonderful family!

Karen ( McCoskey) Goering

November 1, 2015

Dear Kathy, Karen and Colleen,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn your mother's passing. I have many happy memories of spending time with Trish at your parents' homes on Glenn, University and later in Riverside. May God bless you and your families.

Rex Howe

October 31, 2015

Kathy
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother.
May God be with you and the family at this time

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