Martha Ann Wylie Hale, 92, of Jacksonville, FL went to heaven June 14, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lola Timbs Wylie and Urban Francis Wylie; husband, Conrad Hale; and sisters, Mary Frances Wylie Jones and Eunice Wylie Doty. She is survived by children, Karen Heim (David), Sandra Hollensead (Paul), Barney Hale (Linda), and Camille Quartz; seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren. A life-long Presbyterian, she served as Sunday School teacher, deacon, and elder. Born prematurely in her home on a farm in Brighton, TN, she survived with loving care from her parents. She attended University of Tennessee and received a B.S. in Home Economics specializing in Food/Nutrition. She met Conrad at a UT Valentine’s dance; they were married 64 years, and traveled the world together. Martha was gifted with the ability to play piano by ear; creating music programs for preschool children in Louisville, KY and UNF. In later years, she was a resident of Westminster Woods Julington Creek, demonstrating a sweet and cheerful spirit that was a testimony to her love of God and others.
Visitation will be Saturday, July 29, from noon until time of Memorial Service at 2:00 pm, reception to follow, all at Geneva Presbyterian Church, 1755 State Rd 13, Saint Johns, FL 32259.
Donations in Martha’s memory may be made to the Conrad and Martha Hale memorial fund, Geneva Presbyterian Church.
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July 23, 2017
Family
Margaret Merhoff
Karen, Sandra, Barney and Camille,
There is little that I can add to what Liz has already said. I was in Greece when I heard about your mother's death and my immediate thought was of her wonderful smile. I remember visiting you as we were growing up and you came to Morristown or when we periodically came to Louisville. And I also remember when both of your parents were able to come to the Litz reunions in White Pine. Their obvious joy and love was so evident to everyone. And they spread that love to everyone that they met. Now, they are having an endless reunion. It's sad for those of us who are left behind but our memories help to sustain us. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. With much love and sympathy, Cousin Margaret
July 6, 2017
Conrad and Martha and I crossed paths in the late 1990's. Conrad and I are first cousins. We arranged a meeting at the Strawberry Festival in Plant City, Florida. I couldn't believe how much Conrad looked like my Father. With Conrad was one of the sweetest people I have ever met, Martha. Over the next few years they traveled to see us quite often and stayed in their RV in our yard. We had so much fun getting to know each other. I loved them both; so did my husband, Jerry. Both were interesting, inquisitive, loved life, pitched in to build a camp fire, cook, you name it. May they both rest in peace together. Love, Ginny and Jerry Miller
July 5, 2017
Family
Elizabeth Merhoff Hughes
It is with great joy that I reflect on my history with Martha and Conrad and think how blessed I was to be related to them. There are few couples who could match the loving relationship they had and the love they extended to everyone around them. While sad that yet another of my dear relatives has left this earth, I take great satisfaction in knowing that Conrad and Martha are once again together. You have my sincere sympathy and love, Cousin Elizabeth
July 4, 2017
Bernie Quartz
Karen, Sandra, Barney and Camille,
My sincere condolences to you all. Your mom was such a sweet person who I enjoyed, all the years I have known her. May all your fond memories of Martha and Conrad help you thru this difficult time. Your parents were beautiful people. Rest In Peace Martha along side your Conrad. The fisherman has his best catch now with him again.
June 15, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
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