Margaret Ann Schwartzburg

A Celebration of Life Service for Margaret Ann Schwartzburg, 85, of Lawrence, Kansas, will be held at 11:00 a.m. on June 17, 2023, at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church in Lawrence.  A reception will follow.  Margaret Ann passed away on May 13, 2023, in Prairie Village, Kansas.

Margaret Ann was born on February 28, 1938, in Miami, Florida.  She was the daughter of Col. Robert and Katherine (McLin) Pentland Jr.  She retained her love of Florida and all things tropical throughout her life.  She was preceded in death by her parents and her former husband, David Schwartzburg.  

Margaret Ann’s love for the ocean led her to study marine biology at the University of Florida and The University of Miami where she received a Bachelor’s Degree in both marine biology and English.

Map, (as she was known by her friends) worked in the United States Senate, for Life Magazine, and traveled the world with her characteristic enthusiasm for adventure and new experiences.  Her favorite spot, however, was Lawrence, Kansas, where she lived the last 50 years of her life.  In Lawrence, Map volunteered for the food pantry, CASA, the PTA, and the Brownie Scouts where she was a troop leader.  She was the co-owner of a lovely Lawrence home decorating business, Imagine That!  Map was the best cheerleader at Dodge’s football games, Kate’s track and cross-country meets, and later at Maclin and Cameron’s soccer, football, and basketball games.  Family and friends were Map’s greatest accomplishment.  Margaret Ann will always be remembered for her love and friendship with her children and grandchildren, a home always decorated to perfection, and the most beautifully decorated table for any holiday or occasion.  She was treasured for her generosity, kindness, thoughtfulness, and beautiful smile.  She will be remembered always for her passionate love of color in her wardrobe and decor.  She simply radiated joy and will be greatly missed.

Margaret Ann is survived by her children, Katherine and husband, Ward Strahan of Prairie Village, Kansas, Dodge and his wife, Melissa Schwartzburg of Ocala, Florida, and Laurie McClure of Stevensville, Michigan, and six grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made in Margaret Ann’s name to the Lawrence Humane Society or Just Food in Lawrence.  Contributions may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, Kansas 66044.