Martha Irene Fabatz Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Martha Irene Fabatz (née Schumacher), formerly of Butte, passed away in Colorado Springs on May 29, 2016, at the age of 77. Martha was born to parents Albert and Irene Schumacher on March 30, 1939, in Butte. The fifth of seven children, Martha attended Saint John's School and Girls Central High School. She also studied at Seattle University. Martha owned and ran a successful laundry business in the San Francisco bay area. She retired in 2010 and in 2012 moved to San Diego for medical and family reasons. Throughout her life, wherever Martha lived or visited, she was quick to make friends. Martha was always extremely generous to friends and employees, as well as to organizations sharing her deep concerns. She leaves a strong legacy of generosity and compassion for others. Survivors include sons Tim and Tom Fabatz; grandchildren Kyle, Jeremy, Anna, and Jack Fabatz; siblings, Claire Hughes, Tom, Jim and AJ Schumacher; daughter-in-law, Beth Fabatz; brother-in-law, Roy Hughes; sisters-in-law, Joanna Schumacher and Peg Stadler; granddaughter-in-law, Windee Fabatz; Tim’s life partner Nicole Miller, and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. She is preceded in death by her infant sister Joan, brother Jack and parents Albert and Irene Schumacher. In lieu of flowers the family asks that any donations be made to the American Cancer Society or the charity of choice in Martha’s name.

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Martha Irene Fabatz

March 30, 1939 - May 29, 2016