Mary Francis Hedquist

1928 - 2010

Mary Francis (McCollum) Hedquist 1928 - 2010 Mary Francis (McCollum) Hedquist of Bakersfield passed away on November 4, 2010. Mary was born to Earl and Anna McCollum in Valley View, Texas, on March 1, 1928. She grew up in Clovis, New Mexico, graduating from Clovis High School in 1943. She attended Eastern New Mexico State Teachers College and Texas State College for Women, before making Bakersfield her permanent home in 1946. Here she met the love of her life, John Hedquist, they married in 1948. Mary is survived by her only sister Earlene Sorgen, who was her traveling buddy over many years and many miles. Survivors include her only daughter, Linda (Hedquist) Reiland, son-in-law Bill Reiland, and adoring grandchildren, Beth and husband Lawrence, John and Hannah. She was the wonderful "nanny" to her three great-grandchildren Kaylee, Kamryn, and Kellan. Mary also leaves behind her group of ladies from Wards, her protective neighbors, and numerous other friends and family members who had the privilege of knowing her throughout her long life. Services for Grandma Mary will be held graveside at Hillcrest Memorial Park on Nov. 11th, at 10:00 a.m. "The time has come for me to leave this life. I have fought the good fight. I have finished the race. I have kept the faith". 2 Timothy Alma Funeral Home www.bakersfield.com/obits