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Martha Louise Hadsall

Martha Hadsall Obituary

WITT - Martha Louise Hadsall, 85, of Witt passed away Friday (Jan. 27, 2006) in Fair Havens Christian Home. Services will be 10:30 a.m. Monday in the Christian Church of Witt with Pastor Steve DeVore officiating. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday in Steihl-Dawson Funeral Home, Witt. Burial will be in Witt Cemetery. Memorials: Christian Church of Witt Homemakers or Fair Havens Christian Home Activities Department Bus Fund. Martha was born July 3, 1920, in Long Creek, the daughter of George and Martha Novak Peters. She was a charter member of the Christian Church of Witt, where she taught children's Sunday school for many years. She was a very active member of the Homemakers group. She had fond memories of working at the Decatur Garment Factory and Ridgleydale Dairy in her youth. She had a genuine, giving heart and enjoyed baking angel food cakes for her friends and church potlucks. She had a very special place in her heart for her church family. She had a great love for gardening and especially enjoyed her flower gardens. She married Howard H. Hadsall on Dec. 31, 1937, in her parent's home in Oakley. He passed away March 17, 2000. Surviving are her daughters, Marilyn Louise Gentle and husband Bob of Maroa; Margaret Ann Ettling and husband Bill of Jackson, Mo.; Sharon Elizabeth Reynolds and husband Don of Decatur; Linda Diane Lowe of Albion; 13 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; sister, Mary Anna Snoke of Cerro Gordo; brother, Roy Peters and wife Betty of Pana. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, infant son, one great-granddaughter, one son-in-law, two sisters and three brothers. Martha was a loving and caring person and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Online guest book at www.legacy.com/herald-review/LegacyHome.asp

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Published by Decatur Herald & Review on Jan. 29, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Martha Hadsall

22 Entries

Sally Miller

March 4, 2006

I've known Martha almost my entire life; what an example she set as a Christian wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and mentor. What an encourager she was! Her sweet spirit, smile, and presence always seemd to make things "okay", even if they weren't. We miss her so much, but know she is "home" now, where she truly belongs, with her Lord and Savior, whom she loved and served so well. May God bless your family, Linda!

Evan Horner

February 26, 2006

Lindi has already expressed some of my thoughts. I would simply add that one of my fondest memories of Martha was when she and Howard joined us in Seattle for the North American Christian Convention in 1980. They drove a marathon trip out west and it was a pleasure to share in part of that trip with them. Great picture, Linda, of your parents. It is how I remember them. Their marriage is a great legacy for the rest of the family. God bless you all.

Lindi Horner

February 20, 2006

When we moved to Witt in 1979,as the new minister and wife at the Witt church, my husband and I were blessed to know both Howard and Martha. Martha was a kind-hearted and loving woman who taught me to be more kind and more loving and also to be forgiving. She was a Christlike lady who always gave of herself. After we moved away in 1985 we were blessed to receive Christmas cards from her which always included wonderful hand-written notes about how much she loved us and her fond memories of us. She always made us feel so special. I will miss those letters and the special lady who composed them.

Pat Powers

February 16, 2006

Martha was truly an incredible person. She "adopted" me as one of her daughters when I came to Witt. And she kept me even when my own mother came to live in Witt. I am confident Martha, Howard, my mom and all the other saints are enjoying an awesome reunion.

Kathy Strine

February 16, 2006

Linda, Know that I am thinking of you in your loss. Dwell on the memories as it will help comfort you.

Don and Jean Rigg

February 15, 2006

Linda,...Our prayers and sympathy are with you..May God comfort you in the weeks to come.

Love Don and Jean

Lisa Womble

February 14, 2006

Martha brought so much joy to so many people. The one line that really sticks with me from her funeral is: "Martha had a way of making everyone feel special." So true. When we speak to various church groups, my husband, Scott, and I both use Martha as a wonderful example of a Christian who was loving and encouraging to others. She will be greatly missed, but has left a beautiful legacy. Our love to all the family. You're in our prayers.

Dave & Julia Rossen

February 13, 2006

Dear Linda and Family, Our prayers are with you as you grieve your mother's passing.

Brenda Baker

February 13, 2006

Dear Linda,

was with you in prayer in the time of your sorrow. Brenda

Shirley TRIBLE

February 13, 2006

To ALL so sorry about the loss of your Mother, but she is in no more plan and a BETTER place....Thinking of you all...........

Love Shirley TRIBLE

Beverly Taylor

February 11, 2006

Visiting Aunt Martha and Uncle Howard and their daughters with my parents was a special part of my childhood. The house was always filled with love and the wonderful smells of Aunt Martha's excellent cooking. We will miss her but what a wonderful lot of memories she has left behind.

Robin Lowe

February 6, 2006

Martha was one of my first Sunday School teachers at Witt Christian Church in the early 60's. She was always kind, a wonderful cook at the many church potluck's, and the love of Jesus was evident on her face and in her life. I thank God for her influence in my life.

Daddy and Mother

February 5, 2006

Mother with two of her grandchildren

February 5, 2006

Jennifer Brooks

January 31, 2006

Aunt Marylin,Aunt Margaret,Mom, Aunt Linda and the rest of my extended family, you are in my prayers right now as we not morn but celebrate the life of a wonder woman. Grandma was the sweetest most loving person I see a part of her in each and everyone.

Jessica Reynolds

January 31, 2006

Martha was my grandma. For those of you who knew her knew that she was an amazing woman. I thank God that he put someone like her in my life. Grandma was a strong Christian and was one of the most generous people I know. I know that Grandma is with Grandpa right now and that they are looking down at us and I know that they are proud of the family they created. Thank you for all the prays I know that my family is greatful for it.

Debbie Ruffell

January 31, 2006

Dear Linda, You and your family are in my thoughts at this sad time. I wish you comfort and strength each day. May fond memories of your dear Mother sustain you always.

Norma Millar

January 30, 2006

Dear Linda, Marilyn, Margaret and Sharon, May you find comfort and strength in each other and in God's love for each of you. My deepest sympathy to you, Linda. You and your family are in my prayers.

Guylaine Boivin

January 29, 2006

My deepest sympathy to my dear friend Linda and to all her family, on the passing of their beloved Mother. May she rests peacefully with God for Eternity.

Jeanne Sexton-Brown

January 29, 2006

Marilyn, Margaret, Sharon and Linda, may God be with you and grant you His peace during this difficult time. Linda you know that we are all thinking of you and will hold you all in our prayers. Peace be with you.

Lynn Love

January 29, 2006

May God ease your sorrow in the loss of your mother. My deepest sympathy to my dear friend, (Diane) Linda. Lynn (Cherokeelynn)

Angela Cothern (Rhodes)

January 29, 2006

Martha was a loving, giving heartfelt lady that touched many lives with her golden touch. I remember her as my sunday school teach I loved her. May the Lord be with the family at this time.

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