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Mary Gerwig Obituary

GERWIG , Mary Louise On August 7, 2012, Mary Louise Gerwig (nee Kaulfuss), of Ellicott City and formerly of Catonsville, passed away peacefully in the presence of family. Mary Louise survived her husband of 48 years, John Monroe Gerwig Jr; she is survived by her son John Monroe Gerwig III and his companion Leonard; her daughter Kimberly Ann Conroy and her husband Pat; six grandchildren, Sean, Megan and her husband Brent, Kyle, Craig, Katie and Kerry. Mary Lou was born in Baltimore, attended St. Bernadine's Catholic School, Mount de Sales High School and worked at Equitable Insurance Company. She also resided in Chicago, IL and Arlington, VA. She was a proud member of the Papillion Woman's group for 32 years.
Family will receive friends at Sterling Ashton Schwab Witzke Funeral Home of Catonsville, Inc., 1630 Edmondson Ave., Catonsville, MD 21228 on Friday from 6 to 9 PM, where services will be held on Saturday at 11 AM. Interment Loudon Park Cemetery. Mary was a lover and protector of all animals. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alley Animals Inc., P.O. Box 27487, Towson, MD 21285-7487.
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Published by Baltimore Sun on Aug. 9, 2012.

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March 20, 2013

Sitting outside and thinking of you. You are always in my heart and on my mind.
Love you,
Katie

Mary Epperson

August 15, 2012

No matter where we go in life, we meet a special friend and Mary Lou was a true friend who became family to many. Always in my heart.

Carol Eckstein

August 10, 2012

So sad to hear of Mary Lou's passing. She was the dearest, sweetest lady, and I loved driving her as a Neighbor Ride volunteer. She was one of my first rides, and I will always love and remember her.

August 10, 2012

Sorry to hear about Mary Lou. We have many fine memories of her and Bud.

Cousins Jack and Nancy Birkmeyer Sea Isle City NJ

August 9, 2012

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss...our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Peace, Prayers & Blessings,

Your loved ones at Susquehanna Oakland office

Robin Mitchell

August 9, 2012

Mrs. Gerwig, You truly were a blessing to know. I feel blessed to have had the opportunity to have you touch my life. You were always kind, gentle and truly the sweetest lady I have ever met. I will miss you dearly!

Megan & Brent

August 9, 2012

Marmee,

You will remain forever in our hearts. We love you dearly.

August 9, 2012

Kim, and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
With love and sincere sympathy,
Your friends and co-workers at Clear Mountain Bank in Oakland.

Queen Stewart

August 8, 2012

To John M. Gerwig,III and Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

Queen E. Stewart

Katie Conroy

August 8, 2012

Marmee,
Words can't describe the love we hold in our hearts for you. Thank you for teaching us the value of family and friendship. Give Paw Paw a hug and kiss for us. Love you forever.
love,
katie

Kerry Conroy

August 8, 2012

Marmee, your charm and spirit will live on forever. We miss and love you so much. You will stay in my heart forever.

Sean Conroy

August 8, 2012

Marmee you are the best! We are never apart! I love you so much!!! Love, Sean

paul rogers

August 8, 2012

Mary Lou---your Aunt Gladys will welcome you home!!! She always spoke of you with such warmth and love. You are at peace now, dear

Kyle Conroy

August 8, 2012

We love you, Marmee! We miss you! Your impact on is beautiful and everlasting. You are in our hearts forever.

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