- Date Of Birth: May 24, 1943
- Date Of Death: March 24, 2021
- State: Colorado
Margaret Ann Heflin Gentges passed away peacefully on the morning of March 24, 2021, in Littleton, Colorado. Margaret Ann is remembered fondly by all who knew her as a warm, joyful soul with a quick smile and cheerful demeanor. She was the beloved wife of Frank H. Gentges for 49 years, mother to Douglas Allyn and Sharon Louise Gentges, and grandmother to three granddaughters, Emma, Amanda, and Alden. She was born in Topeka, Kansas, the daughter of Edith and Stanley Heflin, and lived most of her life in Great Falls, Virginia.
Margaret took great pride in her role as a mother and a leader in her community. Her family joked that she was a “Professional Volunteer,” always eager to lend a hand.
Margaret graduated from George Washington High School in Alexandria, VA and Stetson University in DeLand, FL. After an early career as a Computer Systems Analyst for the Department of Justice, Margaret elected to stay home to raise her children. She used to joke that she started doing genealogical research as a way to escape the “goo-goo ga-ga” at least once a week. What began as a minor interest turned into a lifelong passion.
Any account of Margaret’s life wouldn’t be complete without mentioning her love of nature, which she passed on to her own children, as well as to many Boy and Girl Scouts over the years.
Margaret’s joyful spirit, easy smile, and warm heart will be missed by all who knew her.
