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Lawrence, Kansas

Margaret York Obituary

Memorial Mass for Margaret "Maggie" Renee York, 50, Lawrence will be held at 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. She passed away December 6, 2018 at her home after a long battle with cancer.

Maggie was born on June 13, 1968 in Pittsburg, KS, the daughter of Francis and Faye (Knaup) Thomas. Her parents predeceased her.

She received her Master's in Speech, Language and Hearing from The University of Kansas and was a Speech Pathologist for Topeka School District 501. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church and an avid supporter of the Lawrence Relay For Life where she served as a volunteer, committee chair, and participant for 20 years.

Maggie married Todd York on April 21, 1990 in Baxter Springs, KS. He survives of the home.

Other survivors include her children, Lee C. York (son), Madeline F. York (daughter) both of Lawrence; sister, Jeanne Gaddy (Ben), Pittsburg; and brother, David Thomas (Marcy), also of Pittsburg. She is survived by eight nieces and nephews.

Maggie was a loving mother to her children and devoted partner. She will forever be remembered for her kindness, sense of humor, generosity, and love for her family and many dear friends.

Memorial contributions may be made in her name to Lawrence Relay For Life and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary.

For more information or to post a condolence go to warrenmcelwain.com.

Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Dec. 9, 2018.
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I just learned of Maggie's death since I had moved out of the area and only recently returned. We met as PTA "moms" at Deerfield and she was such a fun, positive person who had natural leadership skills. Later, we reconnected while she was working on her SPL degree and I was working at the Life Span Institute at KU. I am very saddened by her death and my heart goes out to her family, to whom she was devoted.

Mary Margaret Simpson

December 29, 2018

It was an absolute privilege to work under Maggie's organized direction over the years at Deerfield Elementary. She led the PTA as president multiple years serving tirelessly in all she did. Her energy, enthusiasm, and insights made any occasion a lively one! Her friendly, out-going spirit will be truly missed. Praying for your family.

Maria Craft

December 12, 2018

You will be greatly missed Maggie! I will always remember your beautiful smile and how kind you were to everyone around you.

Melinda Hardee

December 11, 2018

I knew Maggie as an SPLH student at KU. She was always gracious, fun, and a totally lovely person. She will be missed very much. My sympathies to her family and friends.

Marilyn Figuieras

December 11, 2018

I will always remember and think of how special Maggie was to everyone who she came in contact with. Many times talking to her made my day! She was pure sunshine and I will miss her terribly! I will continuously pray for your family.

Stacy Cushinberry

December 11, 2018

Maggie's smile and zest for life will be greatly missed. She always went out of her way to lighten other's burdens. She loved her job! And lived every day like we all should do showing kindness and hope! Her Sparkle will be missed, but Heaven will shine so much brighter now!

Mindy Darling

December 10, 2018

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your loved one. May the God who comforts all who mourn sustain your family during this difficult time. Isaiah 61:1,2

May C

December 7, 2018

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Memorial Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church.

KS

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Warren-McElwain Mortuary Lawrence Chapel

120 West 13th, Lawrence, KS 66044

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