Martha Thomas Barthel Obituary

In loving memory of Martha Thomas Barthel (Springfield, Illinois), who departed this world on January 2, 2025 at the age of 90. Martha Thomas leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Martha Thomas Barthel to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Benjamin Platt and Salome Thomas (Kreider); her husband Gerald Barthel (Harold Tessereau); and her brother George Thomas. She is survived by: her sister Sarah Thomas; her children, Jennifer Barthel (Christopher Gallagher), Lisa Venne (Robert), Thomas Barthel (Marci Jones) and Erik Barthel (Kathi Leicester); her grandchildren, Hattie Venne, Courtney Lague (Ted), Elyse Elexpuru-Venne (Pedro Elexpuru Zabaleta), Nora Gallagher (Devin Byrd), Nina Gallagher, Sullivan, Arianna Barthel, Karl and Peter Barthel; and her great grandchildren, Parker and Jane Lague.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Missouri Historical Society (mohistory.org).