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Mary Eggleston Obituary

Mary Ann Sweet Eggleston, 77, went to be with her Lord, passing from this life on April 28, 2010, surrounded by the love of her husband, children and grandchildren.Mary Ann was born to Forest and Albert and Mary Belle Fitts in Anadarko, Oklahoma, on January 23, 1933 as the youngest of eight children, "Chick" to her brothers and sisters. Mary Ann and Duane married in 1952 and partnered in the ministry throughout their lives in Oklahoma, Texas, and Kansas. She truly celebrated each day's blessings; no one ever walked a more grateful journey in life. Mary Ann was a cherished and incredible wife, gardener, artist, sportswoman, teacher, servant and mom without measure. She never took any material blessing for granted, even of the smallest value. She wanted nothing for herself, save that which she could in turn give to others. She left her most indelible marks on her family and their hearts with her artistry and love of quilting. Her quilts were not just works of art or objects of comfort, but rather, they were gifts to each of their souls. Another of Mary Ann's passions was her garden. Whether on her farm in Kansas or in "Mary Ann's Garden" in Edmond, working in the soil was not just when or where she planted things to grow, but it was when and where she most cherished God's creation. She enjoyed camping with her children and especially her grandchildren. It was around a bonfire that she offered her thoughtful and cherished life lessons. Mary Ann and Duane shared camping with the Sojourners with whom they worked at children's homes.Mary Ann anxiously awaits in her new home for her husband, Duane, her children, her eleven grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.The only public viewing will be from 7 to 9 pm, Friday evening, Matthews Funeral Home, Edmond, Oklahoma.A memorial service will be held at 10:30 am, Saturday, May 1, 2010, at Memorial Road Church of Christ, Edmond, Oklahoma.Memorials in the name of Mary Ann to Mountain States Children's Home, c/o Memorial Road Church of Christ, are appreciated.

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Published by Oklahoman on Apr. 30, 2010.

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Wanda Hanan

May 1, 2010

What wonderful memories you gave me. Your smile, your voice and your positive attitude. Your life was a quilt. Made of all the separate parts and it turned out beautiful. Finished and bound with love.
God's speed to your family,
Wanda

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