Wellsville, NY - Ann C. ‘Maude’ Margeson, born on February 24, 1937, to Leo V. and Lillian (Trahey) Ludden, peacefully passed away on January 15, 2024. She was the cherished wife of Terry Margeson, and together they shared a life filled with love and companionship.
Ann Margeson was a proud alumna of Immaculate Conception School and the class of 1954 Wellsville High School. She dedicated numerous years to volunteering at Immaculate Conception Ann C. ‘Maude’ Margeson School during her children and grandchildren’s time there. Ann also worked at the family-owned Ludden’s Shoe Store for many years. Her spirit was felt (and heard) in various organizations, including the Lioness Club, where she found great joy in preparation for the annual Minstrel Shows. Her passion for service extended to BPOE 1495, and Gamma Phi Sorority, where she formed lasting connections as a life member. Maude may be best remembered by her notorious laugh.
Ann leaves behind a legacy of family and her memory will forever be cherished by her devoted children: Stephen (Deb) Margeson, Linda Guido, Robert (Laura) Margeson, Susan (Kim) Margeson, and Mary (Dean) Piscitelli. Her grandchildren, Katy Ferguson, Kyle (Ashley) Margeson, Timothy (Jess) Margeson, Michael (Jenny) Guido, Robby (Chandra) Margeson, Sam (Hastee) Margeson, Kailey Flanders, Nathaniel (Grace) Piscitelli, and Jonathan Piscitelli, also a beloved great-grandmother to Leah, Carter, Camryn, Corbin, Adrian, Terrance, Micah, Rhiannon, and Jahnaan. Many special nieces and nephews whose lives were brightened by her warmth, wisdom, and affection.
Ann is also survived by her loving sister Regina McGinnis, Bob and Shirley Margeson and many special nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by Brother Donald Ludden, Helen Andrews, Lois (Jerome) Sullivan, Margorie (Leo) Finn.
Friends are invited to call from 5-7pm on Friday January 19, 2024, at J.W. Embser Funeral Home, 34 W State St. Wellsville, NY 14895. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at 11 am in the Immaculate Conception Church in Wellsville. Burial will take place in Sacred Heart Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to Wellsville BPOE 1495 Scholarship 77, E Pearl St. Wellsville, NY or Friends of the David A. Howe Library, reflecting Ann’s lifelong dedication to the Wellsville community. To leave online condolences please visit www.embserfuneralhome.com.
May Maude rest in eternal peace, and may her family find solace in the beautiful memories and enduring love and laughter she shared with them.
