Birth date: Dec 2, 1933 Death date: Mar 30, 2020
Lucia Martha Chawner died peacefully in her sleep on March 30, 2020. Martha was born in Ithaca, New York on December 2, 1933 to the late Lucia Mary (Soule') Chawner and Dr. Lowell Jenkins Chawner. She graduated from Bethesda-Chevy Read Obituary
Martha was such a kind and gentle soul. She was my massage therapy client for many, many years. She taught me a lot during those sessions. One most recent lesson was when I asked her how old she was she corrected me. She said it is more polite to ask, "What age are you?" I love that and will certainly remember Martha whenever I use that phrase.
Martha loved her family deeply as was evident when there was a upcoming visit from her sisters, nieces or whomever was planning to come.
Martha truly made the world a better place for a countless number of students and those she mentored.
Thinking of you Aunt Marty. I wish I could have seen you before you passed. I remember you well from trips and reunions when I was a kid, and the sound of your voice saying "Yes, child". Thank you for being in our family. Gamma surprised me by sending me the Texas needlepoint pillow you made. I must have hugged it 100 times when I opened the box. If there's a fire I'll be grabbing that and the dog. I look forward to remembering you and celebrating you all together, when we can. Rest in peace Lucia Martha
"Friend and colleague....Fond memories fill my mind of writing curriculum, teaching at HSHP on Ross Avenue, meeting your sisters, arranging flowers for the DMFA, and many other functions we enjoyed together. Know that you are missed."
Gerry Dalby, May 6 at 1:20 pm
"Your sisters are missing you! We all have so many memories. Our train ride from Virginia to California during WWII, living in Manhatten Beach and Pasadena and you always took care of me, the youngest. Thank goodness I could take care of you. Thank you for your love."
A life well lived!! Family and friends that loved you so much. Rest in peace with your Lord, my friend.
Sharon Morris
