Margaret B. Ladlow

Margaret B. Ladlow, born Margaret Edith Beall, passed away on Wednesday, 13 September 2006. She is survived by her son Charles E. Ladlow, her sister Dorothy Beall James, and two of her brothers Charles L. Beall and George F. Beall. Margaret was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on 2 March 1919. Her parents settled in Mesa when she was about one year old. She grew up during the depression on a farm at Southern Avenue and Chandler Road, and was very proud of collecting over 900 eggs on a single day. She started kindergarten in Mesa and graduated from Mesa Union High School in 1937. She studied at Arizona State Teacher's College for a year and worked as an usher and cashier at the Nile Theatre. She worked next at the Republic and Gazette for three and a half years. During World War II she worked at Williams Field (with a starting salary of $120 per month) where a friend described her as "a nice looking blonde with big blue eyes and a friendly smile". After the war she worked for Russ Lyon Realty. While working there, she met her future husband W. Earl Ladlow. Together, they started Ladlow's Home Furnishings in the mid 50s. They sold the business and retired in the late 70s.
Throughout her life, she focused her attention on her family. She was the primary care giver for her father, her mother, and her husband during the last years of their lives. She especially enjoyed her granddaughters, and she visited them as often as she could. Her zest for life was an inspiration for everyone around her. All who knew her will miss her. The family asks that, instead of flowers, gifts be made to Hospice of the Valley, attn: Fund Development, 1510 East Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014-5656. The Hospice of the Valley is a not for profit 501(c) 3 organization. Visitation will be held from 11-1PM, with service at 1PM, Saturday, September 23, 2006, Mercer Chapel, 1541 E. Thomas Rd., Phoenix., 602-266-4473. Graveside service will follow the funeral.