Margaret Jean Faulconer Obituary (1929 - 2009)

Born Aug 12, 1929, Margaret Jean Faulconer attended Warren County High School in Front Royal, VA. View the obituary, post a memory, or share a photo about Margaret Jean Faulconer.

Graduation Year	Class of 1948
Date of Birth	Aug 12, 1929
Date of Passing	Aug 15, 2009
About	Margaret Jean (Faulconer) Roney August 15, 2009, God finally decided to end Margaret’s pain and suffering bringing her peace and comfort in His Kingdom. She was born August 12, 1929 in Fredericksburg, Virginia the last of four children of Harry and Irma Faulconer. While working at Fort Belvoir, VA, she met Paul Roney and they were married July 3, 1959. Margaret enjoyed being with people and was always active in the local newcomers groups like the HELO club. She started painting in the 1970s and exhibited in several art shows with her landscapes and still life. The joy she found in being with people lead her to play golf, bridge and bowling with the ladies and also with Paul. Margaret was involved with the foreign student friendship program at MSU and developed a closeness with several which over time involved their parents as well. Her parents preceded her in death as well as a brother Harold “Buddy” Faulconer, brother-in-law Eustace Carneal and sister-in-law Kathleen Faulconer. She is survived by a sister, Thelma Carneal, brother Carl Faulconer and sister-in-law, Doris Faulconer, four nieces and two nephews all in VA. In addition to her husband, Paul, surviving are daughters Catherine Henry (Anthony) Consolino and Paula Donaldson; sons Barry (Amy) Roney and Jay (Michelle) Roney. Nine grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Visitation will be at the Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, 1730 E. Grand River, East Lansing, MI, Friday, August 21 from 6-8 PM. A Celebration of Life service will be held at the Okemos Community Church at 2 PM Saturday, August 22, 2009. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a contribution to the National or Michigan Parkinson’s Foundation or one’s favorite charity