She was born in Chicago, Illinois, on June 24, 1946, a daughter of the late Joseph and Helen Jelinek.
In July 1970, Margaret married James Macha who preceded her in death October 1990.
Although she did not earn a college degree, Margaret took many college courses to keep up with the fast-evolving computer age and her interests in flower arranging and interior design. She held a long-time career at an industrial parts manufacturing company, rising to the level of Office Manager and Purchasing Agent. Subsequently, she trained and achieved the role of Medical Billing Specialist in which she worked a few years before her retirement.
In addition to maintaining high standards in her professional life, Margaret enjoyed gardening and spending time with her grandchildren in her large back yard. She took much pride and effort in decorating her home as well.
She was survived by her Beloved daughters Sheri Martinez, Susan (Russell) Haas, and Jaymie Macha. Cherished grandmother to Kylah (Iziah) Mazingo, Miranda Macha, Joshua Martinez, Maxwell Haas, Marshall Haas, and Mitchell Haas. Adored sister to Joseph (Betty) Jelinek, and Barbara (Roger) Schulenburg.
Visitation services will be held at 10:00AM January 4, 2021 at Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, followed immediately by funeral services at Mount Emblem Cemetery in Elmhurst, Illinois. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, no food or drink will be available at the services.
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