Margaret S. Hartmann

Margaret S. Hartmann obituary, Epping, NH

Margaret S. Hartmann

Margaret Hartmann Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Brewitt Funeral Home, LLC - Exeter on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Margaret S. Hartmann, 86, of RiverWoods in Exeter, NH, passed away peacefully on August 7, 2025. She was born on March 5, 1939, in Exeter to the late Elmer Emmons Sanborn and Margaret Winifred (Morrison) Sanborn. Margaret grew up in Hampton Falls, the eldest of three sisters.
Margaret met the love of her life, Charles J. Hartmann, whom she married in September 1983. Charles built their home that they would share together for many happy years in Greenland. After retiring from running her own business, Exeter Casuals, Margaret and Charles enjoyed winters on Pine Island, Florida, as snowbirds. They embodied the spirit of soul mates with their love of birding, boating, gardening, and many other shared interests.
She was predeceased by her husband Charles, her sister Kit, and several close family members. She is survived by her son Robert "Tad" Volk Jr., her sister Anne Coombs, and many dear members of her extended family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Audubon Society or the New Hampshire SPCA in Margaret's memory.
A private graveside service will be held.
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