Obituaries

Martha Sue Hirschman

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Martha Sue Hirschman, 73, of Jefferson City, died Thursday, June 2, 2011, at Oak Tree Villas. She was born February 26, 1938, in Jefferson City, the daughter of Paul and Augusta (Ihler) Sickinger. She was a graduate of St. Peter High School in Jefferson City. Martha was united in marriage to Leroy Hirschman, who preceded her in death on January 8, 2008. She worked for the Missouri Department of Conservation and Family Benefit Life Insurance Company. Martha was a member of the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary and enjoyed bowling and crocheting. She will be remembered as a very kind person that was always helping her family and friends. Survivors include one sister-in-law: Beverly Sickinger of Jefferson City; three nephews: Gary Wayne Sickinger of Jefferson City, Paul Sickinger and William Sickinger and wife Krista, both of Centertown; two great- nephews: Kale Sickinger and Zachary Sickinger, both of Centertown; one great-niece: Nikki Evers of Mary's Home; and numerous other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a brother, Eddie Joe Sickinger. Friends will be received from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m., Monday, June 6, 2011, at the Cathedral of St. Joseph, where Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00 a.m. with Fr. Benjamin Nwosu officiating. Interment will follow in Hawthorn Memorial Gardens. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Cancer Society, Camp Quality or a charity of the donor's choice. Arrangements are under the direction of HOUSER-MILLARD Funeral Directors, 2613 W. Main, (573) 636-3838. Condolences may be left for the family online at millardfamilychapels.com

Published June 5, 2011