"Dear Bob and girls, We were so sorry to hear of Margie's passing. God has a new angel in heaven. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Take care of each other."
In loving memory of
MARGARET
HISS
August 29, 1960 - September 10, 2008
Margaret Hiss, age 48, of Columbia City, IN passed away at her home on Wednesday afternoon, September 10, 2008. Born on August 29, 1960 in Hammond, IN, she was the daughter of Casimir and Lucille (Kosiba) Lesniewski.She graduated with the Class of 1979 from George Rogers Clark High School, Whiting, IN. She completed her education with an Associate Degree in Business Administration from Indiana Institute of Technology. On June 25, 1983, she married Robert Joseph Hiss, Jr. at St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church, Columbia City. For the past 27 years, she resided in Union Township, Whitley County, IN where she was a homemaker and mother and assisted her husband on the Hiss family farms in Union Township. Since 1998, she was employed by Autoliv, Columbia City, until her health failed. She was a member of St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church where she was a Eucharistic Minister and taught CCD and VBS. She was also a Girl Scout leader for 13 years and PTO President for Coesse School for 7 years.Survivors include her husband, Robert Joseph Hiss, Jr. of Columbia City, IN; 3 daughters, Ashley M. (Charles) Grogg, Amber M. Hiss and Anna M. Hiss all of Columbia City, IN; 1 brother, John Lesniewski of Columbia City, IN; 3 sisters, Christine (Thomas) Robinson of Bellvue, NE, Catherine Hetzel of Hawaii and Anna (Brian) Flott of Yelm, WA; 4 sisters-in-law; 3 brothers-in-law; many nieces & nephews and a large extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents and a niece, Julie Groupy.Visitation is 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. with a 7:30 p.m. prayer vigil on Friday, September 12, 2008 at DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City, IN. Funeral service is 12 noon on Saturday, September 13, 2008 at St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church, 315 S Line Street, Columbia City, IN. Father Larry Kramer will officiate. Graveside service is 3 p.m. Saturday, October 25, 2008 at St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Cemetery, 402 E Ellsworth Street, Columbia City. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given in memory of Mrs. Hiss to St. Paul of the Cross Catholic Church Food Pantry, Heartland Hospice or Hope Lodge, Mid-South Division, 1500 College Way, Lexington, KY 40502. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. To send condolences, please log on to www.demoneygrimes.comClick here to view video tribute**Video may take up to 2 minutes to load.
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"We were saddened to hear of Margie's passing but are truely greatful for the previlage of knowing her and the girls through scouts and friendship since then. Try to find peace in knowing that she has no more pain. She will be truely missed."
"Hiss Family,My sincere condolences to you all. I did not know her well but my brothers and sister spoke often of her and I know she leaves a legacy of courage and love of family and friends. May you find peace in all the wonderful memories created by you as a family."
"Bobby, Ashley, Amber, Anna and Charles,We are so Blessed to have known Margie and we know she is safely home with Our Lord and someday once again we all will be reunited together. She is now in a world that is so beautiful, one we cannot even imagaine. She is, most of all, in No Pain. But for all of you, we are so sorry for your loss - there are no words to take away your pain. Just know that Matt and I love you all and are here for you. Matt and Becky Beery"
"Bob, Ashley, Amber, and Anna,Words, however kind can't mend your heartache but those who care and share your loss wish you comfort and peace of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends.It will be the little things that you will remember, the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of Margie (wife, friend, and mother) and the little things that help to push away the pain and bring the smiles back again.If there is anything we can do for you, please let us knowOur deepest heartfelt sympathyTodd, Kelly, Nicole and James Shoda"
"Hiss family,I am so sorry to hear about your loss. From what Amber had our friends had told me, Margie was quite the incredible woman. My heart aches with you during this time and please know that you are in my prayers, as well as the prayers of Congregation of Holy Cross priests here in South Bend. We'll remember Margie in our Masses this weekend and know that your family will be in my prayers and not far from my heart.With love and prayers,Josh Leeuw"
"Bobby and family,Uncle Eddie just called to let us know of your loss. Please know that our hearts break for you. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Take care of yourself and know that God will take care of her now. Remember she is looking over you and has no more pain. Art and Kathy (Moyemont) Bunting"
"Bob and girls, Our prayers are with you all. Margie was so loving and courageous, and we all will miss her.I thank God for the opportunity to know her, and I know she is with Him in heaven. It was a blessing to see her on Tuesday.love, Carl and Joan Baermann"
"Bobby, Ashley, Amber and Anna, we are so sorry, Margie was a true inspiration and we have always admired her spirit and courage. She will be loved in Heaven as God continues His watch over her. Ted and Kay Hurley"
"To Bob, Ashley, Amber, and Anna:I just wanted to tell you how blessed I am to have known your mom and you for this short piece of time. I will dearly miss her. She was an inspiration to me in how she was a mother, wife, and friend. Her courage and dedication in taking care of all of you while facing this terrible disease helps all of us to see how great of a person she really was. She will always be a shinning reminder to me to do my best in the work I do at Cancer Services for cancer patients. My prayers and thoughts are with you always.Jill WhaleyClient AdvocateCancer Services of Northeast Indiana"
"Dear Hiss Family:We just found out of Margie's passing. Our hearts ache for you and our prayers are with you. Margie was the best. Such a caring sweet person. We will miss her. Let us know if we can do anything to help during this sorrowful time.Tom, LeAnna & Tony Andreas"
"My heart goes out to all of you on your loss. My prayers are with you and know that she will be truely missed. Let it comfort your heart and souls to know that she is now pain free and in a better place. Know that she will be looking down on you and love you forever.Our Deepest Sympathy, Joni & Mitch and family."
"Bob, Ashley, Amber & Anna,I was so sadden to hear of Margie's passing. She fought a brave and determind fight. I will remember her for the way she lived and the way she dealt with her own death. Even though we will all miss her she has received her reward in heaven. No one could be more deserving than Margie. Her ever enduring faith in Christ and trust in eternal life was an inspiration to me and any one who knew her.My thoughts and prayers are will all of you.Love Tracey Peterson"
"To the Entire Hiss Family;May each of you find courage to face tomorrow as you rest in the knowledge that we truly care about each of your needs and that we will walk beside you in your journey of grief. Randy Grimes and the Staff of DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home "