Obituary of Martha Wagner

Of Kitchener, passed away at home on Monday, May 20, 2013 at age 87. Beloved wife of the late Clayton Wagner (2000); step-mother of Laurie Chatten (Paul), Douglas Wagner (Janet), and Craig Wagner (Anne); grandmother of Darryl, Candace, Mason, Emily, Melanie, Aimee, Brandon and Kaylee; dear sister of Patricia Kropf (Emmett, dec.), Claude (Elaine), George (Shirley), Alvin (Marilyn), Gerald (Judy), Margaret, Connie, Paula Povey (Robert), and Tim (Sue). Martha will be missed by nearly 100 nieces, nephews, their spouses, the Pauli family and many friends. Predeceased by sisters, Gertrude, Helene, and Shirley Lorentz and her husband Len, and a step-son Gary Wagner. Martha worked for A&P for many years as a head cashier. She was a gifted cook whose butter tarts, Rock Cornish hens and canned preserves were legendary. In their retirement, Martha and Clayton made and sold beautiful eggshell ornaments at the Kitchener Market. She enjoyed singing in choirs and was an avid Blue Jays fan. Her greatest love was her family, always sharing her pride in their achievements in sports, careers, and academics. Visitation will be held at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Friday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 25, 2013 at 11 a.m. at St. Peter's Lutheran Church, 49 Queen St. N., Kitchener with Rev. Mark Ehlebracht officiating. Reception to be held immediately after the service at the church followed by interment in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery, Kitchener. Condolences for the family and donations to St. Peter's Lutheran Church may be arranged through the funeral home at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.