Martha Ann Mascharka

June  14th, 1948 December  30th, 2024
New Port Richey, FL
Martha Ann Mascharka

Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with thee; blessed art thou among women and blessed is the fruit of thy womb, Jesus. Holy Mary, Mother of God, pray for us sinners, now and at the hour of our death. Amen.

Obituary

Martha Ann Riegelsperger Mascharka was born on June 14, 1948 in Hicksville, NY to Martha Jeanne (Raupp) Riegelsperger, a Registered Nurse, and Charles Bernard Riegelsperger, a supervisor of the welding shop at Grumman Aerospace and WW2 veteran.

Martha graduated from Hicksville High School in 1966, then attended the State University of New York College at Brockport in Brockport, NY, from which she graduated in 1970 with a Bachelors of Science.

Martha was an avid athlete growing up, participating in field hockey, softball, racketball, and golf, and even briefly taught Physical Education to high schoolers, but then, after having her two children, Christine Margaret in 1971, and Jeanne Elizabeth in 1976, worked as an activities director at two retirement homes in Rochester, NY.

In 1985, Martha married the love of her life, Robert Mascharka. They lived for a year in Robert’s hometown of Glen Ridge, NJ, then moved to and settled in sunny Florida. Martha worked retail for several years, then found her place as the activities director at Regency Oaks Senior Living Community where she loved working for 20+ years.

Martha had so much fun supporting her favorite pro teams whether at the field or on TV: the Kansas City Royal and Tampa Bay Rays, as well as the Tampa Bay Bucs, and she found extra joy watching her grandchildren participate in baseball and basketball, always cheering them on! One of Martha’s favorite pastimes was to go boating out in the gulf with her honey, and she never passed up an opportunity to do a little thrifting or shopping at the craft store.

After retiring, Martha found her joy in gardening, creating beautiful wreaths, and more recently creating jewelry, crystal sun catchers, ornaments, and stunning rosaries for her family and friends.

Martha is survived by her beloved husband of 40 years, Robert Mascharka, and her children: Christine Cox, Jeanne and her husband Kevin Caporaso, Paul Mascharka, and Elizabeth and her husband John Brutosky. She was a proud grandmother to Emma and her husband Ezekiel McEntire, Charles Caporaso, Jake Caporaso, Lily Caporaso, Edward Hoyt, Madeline Hoyt, Robert Mascharka III, and Victor Mascharka. Her legacy continues through her great-granddaughter, Roselie Jeanne

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January 22, 2025
Martha Ann you were so adored and will be so missed by all of your Kansas City family! When I think of you the first things that come to mind are your smile that would light up the room, your wonderful down-to-earth personality that was so easy to love, and of course your hilarious sense of humor. We didn’t see you often due to geography, but you and your family have always had such a special place in our hearts. I will always be grateful for the beautiful memories we made in 2018 when you and Bob made the roadtrip to KC and stayed at our house. All our love to you Bob, Chrissie, Jeannie, and the entire family. You are in our prayers today and always.

Love, Janet (Chris, Luke, and Joanne)
Janet Mayo
January 16, 2025
Good times with my friend Martha🩷
Susan moore
January 16, 2025
My best friend Martha, I miss you every day.
Your unconditional love for me is so treasured🩷and so missed already.
Our friday night pizza nights with you and Bob( which we promise to carry on) and our Sundays at Mass will always hold a very special place in my heart.
You knew me in my 20's and now in my 50's, I will treasure our times together and the laughs we shared and love for our families.
I will hold dear my precious sunset rosary you made for me and my sister, the love and care and creativity that went into the rosary will be remembered everytime I pray with it🙏.
Love you and your family!
Suzie Moore
January 15, 2025
Our mother from another mother. Our dearest friends. Gonna really miss this one of a kind gal. We will see you soon. God's Speed.
The Moore Family
January 14, 2025
Martha you will always continue to be part of the “3 musketeers”. Your sense of adventure lead us down many wonderful, funny paths. May you be in the glory of God watching out for the 2 musketeers left in this world. Peace be with your entire family and friends.
Gracie Isasi
January 12, 2025
Well, there you are! You have been my best friend, my partner in crime, my touchstone for 54 years! I promise I will not tell everything!
I will
Probably continue to
Talk to you too much if possible. Remember I have an inside connection!
Margaret Vosburgh
January 11, 2025
Thank you for loving my dad so much 🩷
Elizabeth Brutosky
January 10, 2025
I met Martha in 2006 when I started working at Regency Oaks. Both of us being from Long Island created an instant bond. It wasn’t long before we shared a wonderful friendship outside of work. Her quick wit & sense of humor was always uplifting. Martha was able to liven up a room with just her presence. We shared so much laughter over the years & I will always cherish her friendship & memories of our time together. My heart goes out to her family who she loved so very much. She will be missed by many but will always be held closely in our hearts.
Lauren Rose
January 9, 2025
My sincere condolences 🙏🏾 to you and your family..
Stephanie Bradford
January 9, 2025
Martha, you will never be forgotten.
I will never forget the fun we had when you were my "boss" at Regency Oaks. Fran and I loved getting together with you and Bob, and especially having you stay with us in the Mascharka suite.

Until we meet again,
Fil and Fran
Filomena Booth
January 7, 2025
I will forever miss you, my momma. You will live on in my heart and soul. I will continue to look to you for advice and wisdom. I love you so very much and miss you every minute of every day❤️
Christine Cox
January 7, 2025
Martha, your favorite son-in-law will miss you.
Kevin C

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Charles Riegelsperger
Martha Raupp Riegelsperger
Robert Mascharka
Jeanne Caporaso
Christine Cox
Robert Mascharka
Jeanne Caporaso
Christine Cox
Martha Mascharka

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Please join us to pay a last tribute.
We will come together to remember and pray for Martha. While we mourn the loss of our dear wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, we also aim to cherish the moments shared and the joy brought into our lives. Your presence would mean a great deal to us during this time of remembrance and reflection.

A celebration of life will follow directly after the mass.
Location
St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church
12747 Interlaken Rd, Trinity, FL 34655
Date/time
January 22, 2025 at 10:30 am

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