Margaret Lucille Baux

Margaret Lucille Baux was born June 1, 1924, in Chicago, Illinois, to Joseph and Mary (Starbuck) Baux. After graduating from Albia High School, Margie moved to Des Moines and later to Ankeny. She worked in many positions for over 40 years for Northwestern Bell Telephone, retiring as a Telecommunications Manager. Margie was a member of the Telephone Pioneers of America. She enjoyed maintaining the flower garden at her Ankeny home, watching and feeding the birds and squirrels, and taking many pictures of her home, garden, friends and family members.

She was a very caring person, donating generously to a retired priest's home, the ASPCA, and to several organizations that specialize in caring for persons in need. She also made contributions to a needy family in Ankeny.

Margie passed away Saturday, April 28, 2018, at Calvin Manor in Des Moines at the age of 93.

She is survived by her beloved sister, Sally Smith, nephews, Bruce Gillaspie and Mike Gillaspie, niece, Julie (Gillaspie) Des Carpentrie, and seven great and great great nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Mary Baux, and her sister, Barbara (Baux) Gillaspie.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Monday, May 7, 2018, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Georgetown, Iowa. Margaret will be laid to rest in St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery following the services.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to your favorite charity or church.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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