Margaret Goth 1962-2024
Margaret “Leann” Goth, 61, of Hiawatha, passed away on April 12, 2024, with family by her side at her home.
She was born May 17, 1962, in Holton, to Albert Lee Sr. and Betty Ann (Farley) Olds. She was the oldest of six children. Margaret attended Colorado and Central Elementary School, Holton, Jackson Heights, Holton, and Royal Valley High School, Hoyt, graduating early in December 1981.
Margaret joined the Kansas Army National Guard and was attached to the 714th Maintenance Company in Topeka. She traveled to Germany in February 1986. While there they lived in Tent City and it snowed 20 out of the 23 days. Upon her return she was honorably discharged.
Margaret enjoyed bowling, fishing, camping, crocheting, quilting, crafting and spending time with her family. She enjoyed having crafting parties with her family and friends. Last Christmas she made each grandchild an Advent Calendar.
Margaret was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Ladies Auxiliary, Holton. She was a waitress, hostess, truck driver and recently the hospitality cook at Best Western in Hiawatha.
Margaret married Rodney Lynn Goodman on March 19, 1984, in Holton. They were divorced in 2002.
Margaret married William “Billy” Carter on April 15, 2006, in Hiawatha. He preceded her in death.
Margaret married Jesse Goth on Aug. 31, 2014, in Michigan Valley at the lake. He survives of the home.
Other survivors include sons, Cody (Sam) Olds, Buffalo, Mo., and Zack Goodman, St. Joseph, Mo.; a daughter, Jessie (Matt) Monohan, Holton; sisters, Cindy Ackerman, Goff, and Alberta (Joe) Tate, Pomona; brothers, Cecil Olds, Holton, and Alvie Olds, Wichita; 13 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; nine nieces and nephews; 15 great-nieces and nephews; seven aunts; four uncles; many cousins; and friends that became family.
Margaret was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Albert Jr.; three nephews; and a granddaughter.
Mrs. Goth has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home, St. Joseph, Mo. A Celebration of Life is planned for May 8 at the Hiawatha City Lake, Hiawatha, from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Graveside services will be held at 2 p.m. May 9 at the Holton Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Croix Hospice in Atchison. Online condolences and obituary at www.ruppfuneral.com
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