Martha J. Stanger Wauconda, Illinois Obituary

Martha J. Stanger

Martha J “Marty” Stanger, 88, was the loving wife to the late Glen “Bud” Stanger. She was preceded in death by her dedicated son Craig. She was the cherished mother to Patrice (Bob) Burda, Renee (John) Schroeder, Loraine (Pat) Ryan, Annette (Chef Brian) Cardiff, devoted caregiver Chad, and favorite daughter-in-law Teri. She was the sweet grandmother “Gram-cracker” to Kellen (Vera), Kelly Burda, Carly, Jessica (Juan) Garcia, and Kerry (Matthew) Ryan DVM. She was the proud great grandmother to Evan Garcia. Martha was a first generation American born May 8, 1931 to Italian immigrants Armand and Marie Natali in Chicago, IL. She passed away August, 6, 2019. For over 70 years she lived in Island Lake, Il and remained best friends with Joanne Schiro. She was an avid gardener, cook, recipe collector, knick knack lover and garage saler. She shared her home lovingly with rescue dogs and cats over the years. She was known for her generosity to many charities for children, animals, the underprivileged, and her political views. A funeral mass will be held at Transfiguration Catholic Church 316 W Mill St in Wauconda, IL on Monday August 12, 2019 at 10:00 AM followed by internment at Transfiguration Catholic Cemetary. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to Save-A-Pet in Grayslake or other local animal and children’s charities.
May 8, 1931 - August 6, 201905/08/193108/06/2019
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Debbie and Don Mies
August 11, 2019
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August 11, 2019
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The Leonard Family
August 10, 2019
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Lee Aimers
August 9, 2019
I am very sorry for your loss.
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Mary and The General
August 9, 2019
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Elizabeth Willard Gorsline
August 9, 2019
My condolences to the Stanger family. We lived kitty corner for years and I loved to visit the Stanger family. Mrs. Stanger was so sweet to me. I'm very sorry.
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August 9, 2019
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Lee Overholser
August 9, 2019
Annette and family, You are in my thoughts and prayers. My condolences on your loss.
Kathy Gearty Pietra-Santa
August 9, 2019
Prayers for Mrs. Stanger's family. I remember her from my youth in grade school. She was always kind to me. God bless her soul and may she rest in peace.
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Mary Kay Schweda
August 9, 2019
So sorry to hear about Mrs Stanger passing. I have fond memories from my early childhood playing with Patrice at her house. And then moving back to Island Lake as an adult seeing her brought back those memories. RIP Mrs Stanger.
Mary Kay Baldino Schweda