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Margaret Hoeschler Obituary

Hoeschler, Margaret (Mugs) McKenzie
1911- 2013 Margaret (Mugs) McKenzie Hoeschler (102) died peacefully in Rancho Bernardo, CA on 8/18/13. Born in LaCrosse, WI, 2/8/1911, and was married to Gene Hoeschler until his death in 1996. Moved to Phoenix in 1949 and retired to La Jolla, CA. Mother to Terry (Jan), Frank (Diane) and Lani (Howard). Grandchildren Mark, Jay (Reba), Todd (Jane), Doug, Cinnamon, Shawn and Brian (Reyna). Great grandchildren Casey, Jessy, Viviana, Emma, Harry, Lila, Eric, Abby and Evan. Siblings Dick McKenzie and Jeanne McKenzie Scholberg survive. Kind, loving and loyal, Mugsie was legendary for her style, grace and wonderful senseof humor. Services were held at St. Michael's Catholic Church in Poway.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Sep. 1, 2013.

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Vi McIntosh

March 9, 2023

It is 10 years later and I am still missing you GG. Love you forever and forever, love you with all my heart. Love you whenever we´re together, love you when we´re apart - Vi

Brian Walker

September 3, 2013

A wonderful woman who had a wonderful life. It was an honor to have hear her laugh and see her smile. A few weeks ago I almost purchased a Betty Boop lunch box...every time I see one I think of Mugs. To her family I am so sorry for your loss. She will be missed but the memories will be for ever.

September 2, 2013

My condolences to your family, just know that “GOD is for us a refuge and strength a help readily to be found during times of distresses”. (Psalms 46:1) PHX AZ

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