Margaret Ann Gardner (Graves)

Margaret Ann Gardner, 72, of Blue Springs, MO, passed away March 12, 2015. Memorial Services will be held 11:00 am, Saturday, March 21, 2015 at Glendale Restoration Branch, 17803 Susquehanna Ridge, Independence, MO. Margaret was born August 29, 1942 in Gary, IN to Peter and Margaret (Grunstein) Graves. Margaret was passionate about children, dedicated to teaching Sunday school, and spending as much time possible with her grandchildren. Children brought her much joy and happiness. She enjoyed cooking and decorating for family gatherings, special events, and the holidays. Margaret would spend time listening to music, reading, singing to her grandchildren, drawing and collecting porcelain dolls.
Survivors include; husband Bruce M. Gardner; son Bruce Gardner; daughters Cindy Brady (Rob), Diana Gardner, and Elizabeth Vaughan; granddaughters Samantha Brady, Amanda Bodenheimer, and Shelby Vaughan; grandsons Aidan Vaughan, and Levi Vaughan; great granddaughter Eden Vance; sister Michelle Galy; brothers Peter Graves and Dan Graves. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816-373-3600.