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Martha Hanley Obituary

Hanley Martha Justus Hanley, age 91, passed away on March 19, 2015. She was born in Lancaster, Ohio to the late Albert M. and Helen Siemer Justus. She graduated from Rosary High School. She was a long time, active member of St. Mary Magdalene Church. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Her husband, children and a good card game were the joys of her life. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 66 years Jack Hanley, her parents, and eight older siblings. Survived by children, Mary Ann (Paul) Diersing, Marjorie (Dave) Bodner, William (Jodi) Hanley, Michael (Laura) Hanley, John (Kelly) Hanley, Susan (Ron) Young, Kathleen (Bob) Kiebel, Paul (Nora) Hanley, Therese (Mike) Sciarroni and Patricia (Joe) Lombardi; 23 grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren. Friends may call Sunday from 2-6 p.m. at EGAN-RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 403 East Broad Street. Mass of Christian Burial will be Monday at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mary Magdalene Church, 473 Roys Ave. Burial to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Holy Family Soup Kitchen, 584 W. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43215. Visit www.egan-ryan.com to offer condolences.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 19 to Mar. 22, 2015.

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March 24, 2015

Kelly, Kathy, Sue and Family,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your Mother, and so soon after your Dad's passing. They surely must have loved and missed each other, as to embrace each other in Heaven so soon.
As your hearts hurt with the emptiness and sadness, may it soon be fill with the loving memories and imprints they made in your hearts.
May God give you many blessings and loving comfort to your family.
Love and Prayers,
Mark and Cindy Wagner Hill

Charlie Kerber

March 24, 2015

Bill, Mike, John and family,
Please accept my condolences for your loss.

Betty & Stan Frost

March 22, 2015

To the Hanley Family
We were so sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. We are sure she wanted to be with Jack. We tried to get to the calling but were unable to make it.

Cindy Reeves

March 22, 2015

Therese, I'm so sorry about the death of your mom, but I'm so glad she can be with your dad watching over all of you kids. Her beautiful smile and warm heart will be missed.

Sue Nagy

March 22, 2015

Bill, Your Mom was one of the sweetest person I ever knew. She always made me feel welcome and special. Her smile was the warmest. I'm so glad you take after her. Love you!

Marianne Steele

March 21, 2015

Mary Ann, give me a call at 740-927-3416. My prayers are with all your family. You babysat my kids. God bless everyone.

Ellen Griffin

March 21, 2015

Sympathy and prayers offered for the Hanley family as I have many wonderful memories of your mother and dad. Ellen

March 21, 2015

My thoughts are with the Hanley family Marttey was such a joy to to be around and I am so great full to laugh with Marty and Jack kids!!! Susan Spangler

Marianne Steele

March 21, 2015

Dear Mary Ann,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Now your father and mother are in Heaven together. They are now saints in heaven and you can pray to them. This is what Father told us one day while I was at mass at St. Pius. God Bless the entire family and our Lord will help you get through this trying time.

Emilyn Hall

March 21, 2015

Therese & Mike and the Hanley Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I will always have fond memories of your Mom. Take care. Love and prayers, Emilyn

Tish Young and Family

March 20, 2015

We are so sorry Ron and Sue. We are praying for God's blessings to you and your family. Tish Young and Family.

Teri Sapp-Crossan

March 20, 2015

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this very difficult time.

Clarence Diersing

March 20, 2015

Mary Ann & Paul:
Sorry to hear of your loss.

Mike & Rose Mullaly

March 20, 2015

Dear Marge,
May God carry her to heaven in the palm of His hand and bring comfort to you and the Hanley Family.

Cherri George

March 20, 2015

Bill and Jodi - so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

March 20, 2015

My thoughts, prayers, love, hugs and Blessings to all of you as you endure this difficult time.. Marty was such a dear sweet wonderful woman and I came to love her very much and it wasn't hard because she had such a beautiful soul. Am thinking of you all with love and praying Gods strong arms reaches down and holds you close sending you the strength you need at this time.. With love... Penny Christie

March 20, 2015

Dear Hanley Family: May God carry you thru this difficult time. Sorry for your loss.
Jayne Nadalin Bell (from Bishop Ready)

March 20, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Aunt Marty was such a kind soul. She is up there playing cards with all of her siblings.
Sincerely,
Carol Justus

March 19, 2015

Maryann and family so sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you.

March 19, 2015

Maryann so sorry for your loss. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

John & Helen Modlich

March 19, 2015

To all the Hanley's Sorry about your Mom Our Thoughts and Prayers are with all of you

The Families and Staff of Egan-Ryan Funeral Home

March 19, 2015

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