Margaret R. Staten

Margaret Staten was preceded in death by her husband Francis E. Staten and sister Bobbie Morris. Margaret is survived by her children Theresa Harris, Reid Staten and, Vance Staten; her sister Alice Moore; her grandchildren Milinda Cothran, Daniel Staten, Jeffery Staten, Lindsey Booth, Sarah Staten, Ashley Shields, Wesley Staten and, Cody Weibel and; her great grandchildren Nicolas Cothran, Sebastian Cothran and, Logan Spivey.

Margaret was born in Alabama to Lillian and Reid Armstrong, she had two sisters Alice and Bobbie and she loved being an older sister. After high school Margaret went to school to become a Registered Nurse. After marrying the love of her life Frank they lived in Kentucky where they had Theresa; soon after they moved to San Diego where they had Reid and Vance. Family and friends were Margaret’s passion and delight, especially children. Margaret was an amazing mom who spent her time doting on her children. Each of her children has their own special memories but all recall she was always there for them whenever needed. In addition to raising her three children Margaret volunteered for the school PTA and local Little League. Margaret continued on as a Little League volunteer after her sons were grown and continued with it while her grandchildren played. Scorekeeping a little league game was a passion of Margaret’s and no one dared to argue a rule with Margaret because she knew them all by heart. Margaret was often found cheering on her children or grandchildren at one of their many sporting events and supporting her daughter’s love of the accordion and many life adventures. Margaret’s gentle smile brought so much joy to her family; she had a loving and generous heart and touched many lives with her presence; Margaret was always giving of herself to others. Margaret was a member of St. Columba Catholic Church and her love of God was evident in everything she did. When not giving her time to others Margaret loved to read but most of Margaret’s time and energy was devoted as a caregiver to family members; Margaret took great joy in helping to raise all of her grandchildren.

EVENTS OF TRANSITION

Viewing:

Monday, August 4, 2014 from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Recitation of the Rosary at 6:00 p.m.

Salli Lynn Chapel

Mass of Christian Burial:

Tuesday, August 5, 2014 at 1:00 p.m.

St. Columba Catholic Church

Fr. Melchisedech Monreal, Pastor

Committal Service at the Graveside Following Mass:

Greenwood Memorial Park

Reception to follow at the home of Reid and Laura.