Mary was a soft-spoken, caring, and loving person. As a young girl she excelled in sports. No one could throw a baseball as fast or hard as Mary. She was hardworking and witty. Her compassion for others was exemplary in the way she cared for and doted on her sister Delores.
Her daughter Debbie was perhaps her greatest achievement for she could not hide the love and adoration she felt for her. Her eyes shone at the mere mention of Debbie's name.
I have fond memories of growing up on a farm adjacent to Mary's. Along with cousin Linda, we rode horses bareback, built forts in the bales, swung from long ropes suspended from the ceiling in the hayloft, and played 'Kick the Can' for hours well into the night on warm summer nights. We had a simple, innocent childhood. Mary did things faster and with much more finesse than me. I was in awe of her and suffered from a serious case of hero worship.
Mary's death has left a hole in our hearts, one that can never be filled. Rest in Peace Mary. Love Patti, Kent and family
