Margaret Louise Gass
June 28, 1933 ~ April 30, 2009
Services:
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at 9:30 AM in Holy Angels Catholic Church, Avenue, MD., with Fr. William Gurnee officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Cemetery, Bushwood, MD.
Visitation:
The family will recieve friends on Monday, May 4, 2009 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM in the funeral home chapel with Prayers being recited at 7:00 PM.
Margaret Louise Gass, 75, of Avenue, MD died April 30, 2009 at her residence. Born June 28, 1933 in Mechanicsville, MD she was the daughter of the late Harry Joseph and Mary Helen Pilkerton Alvey. She was the loving wife of Charles Kenneth Gass whom she married in Alamogordo, NM. She is also survived by her children; Debra A. Gass, Darlene Taylor and her husband James, Dale Gass and Maxine D. Hynson and her husband Ricky, all of Mechanicsville, MD, Donna S. Hammett and her husband Johnny of Chaptico, MD, Vicky R. Huseman and her husband Franny and Ronnie E. Gass and his wife Teresa, all of Avenue, MD, Michael K. Gass and his wife Jennifer Farley Gass of Colton’s Point, MD and Edward R. Alvey and his wife Diane of Sebastian, FL; her siblings Daniel Alvey of Charlotte Hall, MD, Frances Johnson, Doris Silman, Eleanor Buckler, and William Bernard Alvey, all of Mechanicsville, MD as well as her grandchildren; Jimmy Gatton, Bryan Taylor, Nicki Hammett, JohnJohn Hammett, Larry Stine, Christy Huseman, C.J. Huseman, Kenny Gass, Steven Gass, Tommy Gass, Aidan Gass, Noah Gass, Corey Hynson, Robert Hynson, Ronnie Gass, Taylor Gass, Ryan Alvey, Sydney Alvey and Lyndsay Alvey plus one on the way, and 6 great-grandchildren; Kaylee Stine, Kaitlyn Taylor, Felicity Jordan, Dylon Jordan, Hailey Gass and Trevor Hammett. She was preceded in death by her daughter Nancy L. Gass, her sister Mary Bernice Cargill and her brother Harry J. Alvey. A lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County, Margaret enjoyed her family and friends, being a homemaker and playing bingo and cards. The family will receive friends on Monday, May 4, 2009 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, where Prayers will be said at 7:00 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at 9:30 AM in Holy Angels Catholic Church, Avenue, MD with Fr. William Gurnee officiating. Interment will follow in Sacred Heart Catholic Cemetery, Bushwood, MD. Pallbearers will be Bryan Taylor, Larry Stine, Kenny Gass, Jimmy Gatton, C.J. Huseman and Corey Hynson. Ronnie Gass Jr., Steven Gass, Tommy Gass, JohnJohn Hammett, Robert Hynson, Ryan Alvey, Aidan Gass and Noah Gass will be honorary pallbearers. Contributions may be made to 7th District Volunteer Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 7, Avenue, MD 20609, Hospice of St. Mary’s, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650 or Holy Angels Catholic Church, 21335 Colton’s Point Road, Avenue, MD 20609.
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“Our sincerest sympathy to Margaret’s family. She was a wonderful lady and we want to extend to all her family and friends our heartfelt prayers and thoughts and love, especially to Kenny, Vicki and Franny, Larry and KayLee and C.J. “
“Vicky, So sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. Please let us know if you need anything.”
“Ronnie, Sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything at all, don’t hesitate to call.”
“Word’s can not tell you how I feel. I will miss Aunt Margaret deeply. Our prayer’s and thought are with you all at this time. Much love from our family to your’s.”
“Our love and sincerest sympathy be with you all, You can rejoice to known that Mrs Gass is not in pain any more. Today she home with Lord, Rejoice.. “
“Kenny and Family, You all have our deepest sympathy on the death of your wife, mother, grandmother and best friend. My prayer’s and thoughts are with you at this time. May God bless you all. We will miss Margaret very much.”
“MOM WE MISS YOU AND LOVE YOU SO VERY MUCH. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEART AND SOULS. TO MY FAMILY I LOVE YOU ALL AND KNOW TOGETHER WE WILL CONTINUE TO BE WHAT OUR MOTHER MADE US TO BE A STRONG LOVING FAMILY. “
“Maxine and family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.”
“To the Gass Family, Your family is in our prayers. Margaret will be greatly missed. “
“Darlene and family, my sincere condolences and prayers.”
“Debbie and family, words can not express what you must be going through, may God bless all of you through this trying time. Your long time friend…..”
“To the entire Gass family, so very sorry to hear about Margaret. You always made your kids’ friends feel like a part of your family. Take care of each other. “
“RONNIE, WE’RE SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR MOM’S PASSING. OUR CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.”
“Our sincere condolence to the Gass family.”
“Uncle Kenny and family I am so sorry to hear about Aunt Margaret my thoughts and prayers are with you. If you need anything please call me. “
“Darlene,Sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Our sympathy goes out to the whole family. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. She was such a great lady. Your in our thoughts and prayers.”
“May the lovely memories of your Mom give you peace and comfort. My thoughts and prayers continue to be with all of you. Her life is reflected in the caring children she raised. “
“Eddie, We are so very sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and praying for all of you during this difficult time. Let us know if there is anything we can do. “
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to each and everyone one of you. I know it has been a tough time, but we are here if you need us.”
“We are so sorry for your families loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“We are so sorry for the loss you and your family have suffered. We are praying for all of you through this very difficult time and hope you find peace soon in knowing your mom is now one of God’s beautiful angels watching over you and your family.”
“To all the Gass family ,especially to Donna and Vickie I am so sorry to hear about your mother. My prayers and thoughts go out to you all at this very hard time.”
“Dear Kenny and family, I am so sad to hear of Mrs. Gass’s death. You have such a strong family and She was a big part of that. My thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Dear Kenny and family, we are sincerely saddened to hear of our dear neighbor’s passing. Margaret was a wonderful person! Our hearts go out to your family.”
“Ronnie and Teresa, We were sorry for the loss of your mother and mother-inlaw. Please know she is safe and not hurting anymore, our prayers and thoughts are with all the family. The Spencer family, Phil, Dorothy, Karen, Taylor “
“Mike, Jennifer & Family, We are sorry for your Families loss. Our sincere condolence to the Gass Family.”
“Our condolences to the Gass family at this sad time of Margaret passing, such a caring and kind hearted person. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. “
“I was so sorry to hear of your wife/mother’s/grandmother’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you.”
“Darlene, We are so sorry to hear the passing of your Mom. Remember all the good times close to your heart. We know she will be greatly missed and our prayers go out to you and your family. Please let us know if you need anything. Jane & Ken Robeson”
“Maxine and Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to each of you in this difficult time. Please let me know if there is anything I can do during this time. “
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.”
“Kenny and family sorry to hear of the loss of Miss Margaret. Now she is with God and my pop-pop is up there showing her around heaven and making her feel at home. Ill be thinking of you guys take care of yourselves and your dad. Miss Margaret tell my pop-pop hello for me.”
“Vicki, Sorry to hear about your mom. I am sure you will miss her but remember all the good times you had with her. She will always be with you in your heart.”
“Vicky, Sorry to hear about your mom. Hold on to your memories and let them guide you during this time of sadness.”
“Debbie & family, words can’t express how sorry I am for your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time, may you find peace knowing your mom is with the Lord, and may you find joy in fond memories.”
“Aunt Margaret was such a pretty, gentle and kind person. She was always smiling….friendly… and she made me feel good and truly welcome. She and Uncle Kenny were a beautiful couple inside and out and it reflected on her family…. She excelled as a wife, mother and grandmother….She will be missed by all that knew her….. Love, Julie “
“To the entire Gass Family ~ Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of loss and heartache. The good Lord only chooses the special ones to come home and although she is no longer here in body, she will live in your hearts and memories forever. “
“To the Entire Gass Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.”
“To Vicky & Franny and Gass family, sorry to hear about your loss, our sincerest sympathy to each of you, Love Cindi & Al Huseman”
“Kenny, Debbie, Darlene, Donna, Vicky, Maxine, Dale, Michael, Ronnie & Eddie: My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. I’m sure Aunt Mary (along with so many of our other relatives) was waiting for Margaret to welcome her with open arms. You are a strong family and I pray this strength will see each of you through this difficult time.”
“Maxine & Family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. May the peace of God’s love and blessings comfort you and your family during the difficult days ahead. “
“Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sadness.We want you all to know how much you mean to us and we are here for you.May God Bless you all and hope you find peace in your hearts. We love you all.”
“Vicky, Darlene & Maxine, My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Please let me know if you need anything.”
“Darlene and family we are so sorry to hear of your Mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers and with you all.”
“Vicky, so sorry for your loss, my thoughts are with you, Debbie Kapinos “
“Maxine and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Please let us know if there is anything we can do. “
“Maxine, My sincere sympathy and warmest thoughts are with you now.”
“Darlene, Jimmy & Family We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. “
“Darlene, Our love, thoughts, and prayers are with you and your family through this very difficult time. We are sorry for your loss.”
“Maxine…so sorry to hear about your Mom. My prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.”
“Debbie My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I am so sorry to have learned about the loss of your mom. Our prayers are with you and all your loved ones. “
“Kenny and Family, So sorry to hear of the lost of Margaret! She was a wonderful woman who always made me feel welcome when I did get up there. Wish we could make it up there for the funeral, but Mom’s health isn’t good now. We love you all and you all are in our thoughts and prayers! God Bless!”
“Maxine, I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I will keep you in my heart through this difficult time.”
“To all of Margaret’s sisters & brother’s & family my deepest smypathy to all -Cousin Hazel”
“Debbie, May the hole in your heart be filled with memories. Our prayers are with you and your family.”