Magdalene Carttar Obituary

Every time, I mean every time, my family visited Maggie, she made me feel like I was the most important person on the planet I was a youngster, her second cousin, I think, but she looked me in the eye, heard what I had to say, and commented in the most appropriate way and Ill always remember this. She was the genuine article :) Peace be to her memory.

I was a student at Sunset hill. I was blessed to have your mother teach me. We had moved the year before and I did not adjust well to my new school. That was until I had your Mom. She kept me after school and allowed me to practice my math on the over head projector while she graded papers. I have never forgotten how gentle and kind she was to me. My God bless you while you grieve the loss of a very wonderful woman.

To Maggie's family: I have many memories as a child and young adult going to Lawrence to visit your mom/grandmother Maggie, early on with your dad and lots of activity in the house with all of you running around, and later with your grandmother, Tante Hannie and then to your mom as she lived on her own. It was always a fun trip and conversation was full of energy. Maggie talked to me as if I were an important part of the visit, no matter how old or young I was. I remember your dad playing the piano. I have fond memory or going with my mom, Guiomar, and sister, Roxanne, when Maggie pierced our ears (which made me think she was the coolest lady on the planet!) There was always a good meal or dessert involved. Maggie was a great lady, so fully engaged in life and always focused on her family as the most important part of her life. She was so proud of all of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Loved getting her "family tree" Christmas greeting. My mom, Guiomar, had a special place in her heart for her cousin, Maggie. May god bless you as you go forward and may your many loving memories hold you close at this time. Love,
Susan and Roger, Abbey and Ethan Schmitt

TO all the Carttar clan: You were lucky to have your mom and grandma so active, involved and caring for so many years. I knew her when I was a child at Trinity Lutheran, and she was an active member there, and more recently talked with her and laughed with her at Presbyterian Manor. She was certainly famous for her stollen! Rejoice in a life well lived!

Carttar Family - I first met Maggie when my mother watched David and he got the chicken pox from my little sister. Maggie just laughed in her Maggie way! Our paths continued to cross through the years and she always asked about my family and my little sister in particular with a laugh. She did a lot for everyone and the community that will be remembered. Thank you Carttar's for sharing your mother all these years!

Stephen, Paul, Peter, Lene, Hans & David et al: Our hearts go out to you as you grieve the loss of your beloved mother and grandmother Maggie. Yet you are also celebrating her accomplished life and the joy knowing she is with our Lord and loved ones who predeceased her. Maggie was a pleasure to know and leaves a legacy of a beautiful family she was so proud of and of service, having lovingly touched many people, including us. Love, Miriam and Jerry

Lene, Hans, and all the Carttars: I am so saddened to hear of your mom's passing. She was one of a kind. Know that good thoughts are are being sent your way, and many fond memories will endure.

When we decided to move back to Lawrence with our two little tiny children in the 1990s, we knew that Maggie Carttar and other engaged and woke and smart women had started LCNS--all three of our kids went there, imbibed the spirit of Maggie Carttar and her fellow founders. Her children and grandchildren imbibe her and their spirit, so I'm not saying goodbye to that. I'll say this--I was leaving LMH just a few weeks ago, one of my family members in there not feeling so good, and I drove by the place at maine and 6th that rents or sells all sorts of medical amelioration devices. I am pretty sure I saw Maggie Carttar, so stalwart and lovely and carrying a small oxygen tank, and her son Peter (grand daughter Maggie's dad?) loading whatever we load into cars at these times. But what struck me so much was the ease with which this was happening--this careful loving interaction. And she was beautiful. And she has done so much for this community, and continues to do.

Maggie inspired everyone she met. Her enthusiasm and goodness were infectious. After meeting with her you just wanted to go out and do good things. She brought joy to our family since the 50's and will be deeply missed by all of us.

I was so sad to see "Maggie" had passed. She was such a character! I remember the first time I spoke with her on the phone and she was so excited about bringing her family to Brandon Woods to carol for our residents! And, then when you all showed up! She was such a delight to know and she was so proud of her family and friends. She will be greatly missed and I am so grateful for the time that I got to know her! My thoughts and prayers to all her family at this sad time.

Maggie was a blessing to her town, her state, her country, her schools, and to us all. A fiercely loyal friend, a star in the evening sky. With love always, Bernard Frazier

Remember your mother very well when we were young. It's been such a long time but many fond memories and know how much our Mom & Dad loved her. Much love, sympathy and hugs on behalf of all the Taggarts.

Wow, Peter, in that photo, I think she looks like you, or well, vica versa....Big hug to you & yrs....LY, N

Forever young, beautiful, indomitable; a fireball of love, dedication and compassion the likes of which will cross your path but once in a lifetime, if you're that lucky.

Godspeed, Kid. And Ditto!

Joseph DiNitto Jr.

Blessed to know Maggie and her family. She was an inspiration for us.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

I dearly loved Maggie. She was always smiling, always full of energy and always had a good ear to listen to whatever issue was on ones mind. She raised a superb family which, continues her loving legacy. I will miss her more than words could ever express.

Maggie was a beautiful and talented woman and left 6 amazing and wonderful children. She was a great lady and will be missed.

To the Carttar children, your mother was a wonderful lady and true friend. The long standing friendship she had with my mom and dad has given me lots of great memories of her. You all our in my thoughts and prayers! May she Rest In Peace.

What a remarkable life! Maggie's impact was great on so many different levels; grateful to have known her even a little. Hugs and blessings to all the family.

I am very saddened to hear of Maggie's death. She was always a joy to talk to and just to be in her presence. Her quick wit and smile will never be forgotten. I feel very blessed to have known her. She was a very special lady.

May the God of all comfort strengthen the family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. My sincerest condolences. (Psalms 116:15)

So sorry to hear of Maggie's passing. She certainly was (and had) a great spirit.
B. Roberts - Montgomery, AL

My condolences to the family during this most difficult time of loss.
May the God of all comfort give you strength and peace to endure.
Jeremiah 29:11
-with heartfelt sympathy

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. "Christmas" in July will stay in my memory.