Mary R. Lausten

Mary R. Lausten A loving wife, caring mother, and a thoughtful friend. Our dear, sweet Mary entered into heaven peacefully on October 14, 2010 in Lakeport, California. Born July 4, 1939 in Mangum, Oklahoma to Joseph and Ola Burden, she was the youngest sister of eight siblings. Mary worked in banking locally for over 30 years. She made many, many dear friends during her years in banking and will always be remembered for her bright smile and infectious personality. She was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi and the Business and Professional Woman's Association. She enjoyed shopping, camping, playing bunkos and especially bowling. Mary was a very social person and loved gathering with family and friends. There was always a place for everyone in Mary's heart as well as in her home. She cared deeply for many. She will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 32 years Pete Lausten of Lakeport, CA,; sons Phillip Colwell of Sacramento, CA and Douglas Colwell of Tacoma, WA ; daughters Janet Colwell-Nolan and her husband Mark Nolan of Penryn, CA and Pamela Lausten- Kane and her husband Dan Kane of Lakeport, CA. She is also survived by her sister, Pauline Mitchell of Houston, TX; Brothers Dale Burden of Muleshoe, TX and BJ Burden of Cooper, TX; eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and many friends. Donations in honor of Mary may be made to the Lakeport Volunteer Firefighters Association, 445 N Main St., Lakeport, CA 95453. A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 20th at the Maxwell Cemetery, Maxwell, CA. A Celebration of Life will be planned for a later date. www.mcnarymoorefuneralservice.com Send Condolences www.appealdemocrat.com