I was deeply saddened upon hearing of Mary's death. I have known both Mary & Fred for many years from our church.
Mary was such a joy and a pleasant woman whom always had a smile on her face and kinds words that exited her lips. She was a woman that lifted your soul by merely seeing her.
Mary has left a Marked impression on myself and my family. After years of knowing Mary, I had the honor of selling their beautiful family home. Mary told me she hoped to sell the house to a nice family that will love it and care for it like they did. That is exactly what happened, it was sold to a family that loved and would care for the house just like they did. Years after selling their house, Mary told me that she still gets the odd note from the new owners filling her in on what they have done to the house and how much they loved it.
Mary had a special relationship with our youngest daughter, Rebecca. Many years ago our church had a "Secret Pal Project". This was an attempt for the young children to connect with the elder parishioners. With only code names for each other Petunia(Rebecca) and Daffodil(Mary) would exchange letters until the final reveal day at church. They made an instant connection and had a special bond, that would remain well after the project was over.
Funny story. Earlier I mentioned Mary's "death". That word was intentionally used. Mary told me a story of when a woman came to interview her about her life. This woman started by saying to Mary, "how long has it been since you lost Fred"? She said I stopped her right there and I had to tell her, "oh, I didn't lose Fred, he died, I know exactly where he is"!!!
Whenever I think of Mary or speak of her, it brings a big smile to my face and it warms my heart.
Love and blessings to the family.
