Mary Washabaugh Obituary

Washabaugh On Sunday, November 18, 2012, Mary Alice Washabaugh (Wigfield) passed away peacefully at the age of 77 in Palm Bay, Fla., with her loving family by her side. Born in Everett, on April 16, 1935, she resided in Palm Bay, Fla., and Potomac, Md., most of her life. She was the daughter of Otis and Maude Wigfield of Everett. A graduate of Thompson Business College in York, she enjoyed reading the Bible, gardening, interior decorating, collecting antiques, traveling, and the beach. She worked as a purchasing agent at the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, Md. She is survived by her husband of 57 years, Donald E. Washabaugh, and three children, Lynne Stanker and husband Jim of Frederick, Md., Lori Dickson and husband Jim of Frederick, Md., and Don Washabaugh, Jr. of Palm Bay, Fla. She is survived by seven grandchildren, David Stanker, Jessica Stanker, Holly Stanker, Jennifer Dickson, Jimmy Dickson, Kayla Washabugh and Nicholas Washabaugh; and a great-grandaughter, Celia Williams. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, December 22, at 11 a.m. at Mt. Carmel United Methodist Church in Frederick, Md. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation.

Published by Public Opinion on Dec. 8, 2012.
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Merry Christmas! We love you! -Lori, Jim, Jen and Jimmy

Lori Dickson

December 25, 2012

Merry Christmas Grandma! Thanks for making it for Christmas! :)

Jen Dickson

December 25, 2012

My condolenes to the family on the loss of your wife/mother. I worked with Mary Alice at NIH and regret that I did not keep in touch. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow.

Janet Downes

December 15, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss as I know how difficult it is to lose a mother and loved one. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Forgive me but I must ask because your mom's picture is virtually identical my mother who also passed. I was wondering if you are related to any Roles,Shope or Wagner from Altoona PA or Saltillo Pa or area. I would enjoy connecting with relatives. Email [email protected] phone is 6072422294. I do have some family history written down. Again, I am so sorry for your loss. May God continue to comfort you during this difficult time.

Laurie Millard

December 15, 2012

We often think of you and your family. We only wish we could have stayed in touch. May GOD be with you and your family during these trying times. Pat & Lou Bohraus Naples, FL & Winchester VA

December 12, 2012

As you always said.."Count your blessings". You will remain as a blessing in our hearts everyday. We love you... Don,Kayla and Nicholas.

December 11, 2012

Grandma, Thank you for letting Don feed me and play with me. Your pet friend, Ernie

Ernie

December 10, 2012

I Love You Mom and miss you SO much!!!!!! Lori

Lori Dickson

December 9, 2012

Hi Grandma! We love you and we know that you are watching over us! See you later Grandma. -Jen <3

Jen Dickson

December 9, 2012

Mom - We love you SO much and miss you SO much!! Heaven has another Angel. We will hold on to all the wonderful memories! Love - Lori, Jim, Jennifer and Jimmy

Lori Dickson

December 8, 2012

Mary Alice, I love you so much! You have been a wonderful wife and mother! You have presented me with 3 wonderful children! Keep looking down because I am looking up! Love, Don

Don Washabaugh

December 8, 2012

We love and miss you, mom. It must be amazing to be free of pain and dancing with Jesus! We will sadly be celebrating Christmas without you for the first time, but memories of you will be everywhere. Love, Lynne, Jim, David, Jessica, Holly and Celia

Lynne Stanker

December 8, 2012

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