Martha L. Stolnacke

WORCESTER-Martha L. Stolnacke, 85, formerly of 41 Tatman St. died Sun. Dec. 19 in the Life Care Center of Auburn. She leaves two nieces, Susan B. Smith of Philadelphia, PA and Elizabeth Stolnacke of Wellfleet and 2 nephews, Michael Bell of Worcester and Jonathan Stolnacke of Wellfleet. A brother, Richard and a sister, Margaret Bell predeceased her.

She was born in Worcester daughter of Arthur J. and Alma E. (Gustafson) Stolnacke and lived in New Hampshire, Watertown and Worcester. Ms. Stolnacke graduated from Worcester State College and received her master's degree from Boston University.

Martha was a reading specialist at schools in New Hampshire, Watertown, Shrewsbury and Worcester Public Schools for 45 years before retiring. Ms. Stolnacke was a member of Quinsigamond United Methodist Church. She was an avid outdoors person, reader, traveler and enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Sat., January 8 at 1:30 p.m. in All Faiths Cemetery followed by a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. in Quinsigamond United Methodist Church, 9 Stebbins St. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Quinsigamond United Methodist Church Memorial Fund, 9 Stebbins St., Worcester, MA 01607. LINDQUIST LUNDIN FUNERAL HOME, 36 Butler St. is directing arrangements.