Our dearly beloved, Margaret Mary (Schernitz) Quaranta, went to be with our Heavenly Father after 70 years on Sunday, May 13, 2018. She was surrounded by her husband and children. She was, first and foremost, a devoted spouse of 42 years to her beloved husband, Frank Quaranta. It didn’t take long for them to grow that love three times over.
Margaret was blessed with three beautiful children, Karen Southerland, Rebecca Madsen, and Paul Quaranta. The couple spent these loving years raising their children in Charlotte, NC.
Margaret was born on March 6, 1948 in Jersey City, NJ. She was raised by her devoted parents in North Arlington, NJ. Margaret proceed her passing after her father and mother, Albert and Catherine Schernitz, as well as her sister, Cathy Schernitz. Margaret was a loving aunt to her niece and nephews. Margaret had a blessed family in New Jersey, and that was always an extension of her.
Margaret spent her professional life as a medical office manager. She was a proud member of Charlotte Women’s Clinic, and then went on to manage the dermatological office of Dr. Stuart Wernikoff. She was well respected and a strong component of her medical team. To Margaret, her staff was a part of her family.
Throughout her time with her family, Margaret was blessed with eight beautiful grandchildren: Trinity, Sean, Alyssa, Haley, Jacob, Emilynn, Andrew, and Arabella. Margaret was a devoted woman of the Catholic faith. She attended Queen of Peace of North Arlington, NJ for all of her academia. In 1967, she became a graduate of Essex College of Business. Her marriage to Frank Quaranta took place at Queen of Peace Roman Catholic Church in 1976.
Finally, Margaret grew her faith stronger with St. John Neumann’s Catholic Church of Charlotte, NC; where she was a member for 40 years. Margaret was more than a wife, a mother, and a friend. She was your support when you needed it most, the foundation of her family, and the undying love you see in anyone touched by her. In her final words, she would say “Take care, Kiddo”. With much love, we love you.
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