Margaret Abel dedicated her life to teaching others and leading by example. She was passionate about her career as an educator and active in many professional associations. She was also a true philanthropist who was generous with her time, her money and her heart.

When Ms. Abel passed away this past February, she left a portion of her estate to The Foundation of Morris Hall/ St. Lawrence, Inc. “Her mother-in-law had been a resident at Morris Hall,” explains her brother, William Fritz. “Margaret became very involved with her mother-in-law’s care and spent many hours with her at Morris Hall.”

During that time, she formed a special relationship with the people at Morris Hall. Even after her mother-in-law passed away, Ms. Abel remained close to the people she met at Morris Hall.

“She liked what she saw at Morris Hall and wanted to make a lasting contribution,” Mr. Fritz continues.

She was able to do that by becoming a member of the Legacy Society, which honors individuals who have remembered Morris Hall and St. Lawrence in their wills and estate plans.

“My sister was a true role model for future generations,” beams Mr. Fritz.