Margaret M. Triska

Margaret M. Triska, 92, of Salem, died following a brief battle with cancer on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.

Margaret was born March 12, 1933, in Salem, the daughter of Walter G. and Mary L. (Hudson) Elmore. She attended the Salem schools. On September 16, 1950, Margaret was united in marriage to Richard L. Triska, at the Salem Friends Church. The couple made their home in the Salem community and raised three daughters. Margaret worked at Salem Elementary School, and later at Kramer’s Convenience Store. She was a devoted member of the Gospel Peace Baptist Church, formerly known as the Salem Congregational Church. Margaret loved attending church, and serving others in any capacity. She also treasured the time she spent with family. Margaret enjoyed tending to her yard and mowing the lawn.

Margaret is survived by two daughters, Susan (Bill) DeWolf of Mount Pleasant, Teresa (Chuck) Kramer of Salem; eight grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren; four great great grandchildren; and two brothers Wayne Buck Elmore of Omaha, NE, Larry Elmore of Franklin, NC.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Richard; daughter Bonnie Pickard; infant son James Triska; and four sisters Beverly Lyle, Patsy Smith, Mary Lou Stewart, and Miriam Francis.

Funeral service will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 30, 2025, at the Gospel Peace Baptist Church in Salem, with Pastor Aaron Helterbran officiating. Burial will follow in the Salem East Cemetery. Visitation will be held 1:00 – 7:00 p.m. Thursday, May 29, at the Olson-Powell Chapel & Crematory. The family will be present to greet friends from 5:00-7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial funds have been established for Gospel Peace Baptist Church, and the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House. The Olson-Powell Chapel & Crematory is caring for Margaret and her family.