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Mary Mauk Obituary
Mary Jane Mauk, of Appleton, passed away peacefully on October 29, 2013. She was born in Cuba City, WI, March 17, 1928, daughter of the late John Cortland and Ada Leona (Sullivan) Clemens. Mary became the bride of Archie H. Mauk on December 28, 1950, at the Little Brown Church in the Vale in Nashua, Iowa, sharing 63 years together.
Mary was a stunning beauty who modeled before marriage while working in New York. After marriage she worked as a buyer for the Singer Sewing Machine company in Terre Haute, Indiana, where she taught sewing and dressed the windows with her own creations. She used her natural creative talents making beautiful clothes for herself and her daughters, prize winning costumes for her children and dance troupes. She enjoyed the challenge of attempting to repair just about anything and used her business and intellectual abilities to run Family Popcorn.
She was a compassionate second mom for kids who needed some extra attention. Mary lost her mother at three and understood the value of a hug and a kind word. Countless children who couldn't pay still left the popcorn wagon with a treat.
Mary graduated from Cuba City High School. After marriage the newlyweds moved to Terre Haute, Indiana, later settling in Appleton. She was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Appleton, volunteering many years in the nursery. She was a member of many charitable and fraternal organizations including White Shrine, Eastern Star, UCT and Shriners Auxiliary. She was also a Blue Star Mother and a Girl Scout Leader.
Mary is survived by her husband, Archie, and their four daughters, Melody (Tom) Fucik, Melinda Mauk-Templeton, Michelle (Daniel) Mauk-Lacy, and Mary Ann (Paul) Mauk-Schulte; four grandchildren, Benjamin Fucik, Emmeline (Jeff) Fucik Prokash, Allison (Dave) Templeton Engel, and Grant Lacy. She is further survived by former son-in-law Dr. K.M. Templeton. Mary was further preceded in death by her brother, Francis Clemens and her sister, Dorothy Westgard.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 9, 2013, at FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH, 325 E. Franklin St., Appleton, WI, with Dr. Doyle Blanton officiating. Visitation will be held at the church on Saturday beginning at 10:00 AM until the hour of service. A memorial is being established in Mary's name for Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Mary's family would like to thank Nicole and the kind and caring staff at Renaissance Assisted Living, Suzi, Ina, Pastor Dave Farina, and the staff at Cherry Meadows.
We love you. We know your mother was waiting for you at the gate.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Mauk
Valerie Bales
November 2, 2024
Mary was one of the most amazing woman I have ever known. I was in awe of her compassion and kindness. Since I knew her in her later years only, I was aware of how wonderful she was to Archie.
Valerie Bales
October 28, 2019
Six years have passed quickly. We still miss Mary and Archie at the Masonic functions. Still in our hearts.
Annie Graves
November 10, 2013
I saw your Mom in the hallway of Appleton Medical Center some months ago, and she looked as lovely as ever. So sorry for your loss. Annie Graves
Ken & Valerie Bales
November 8, 2013
We were sad to read of Mary's passing. Oshkosh York Rite held a moment of silence for Mary. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ann Schwaller
November 7, 2013
I have known mary since I was in school. I have known the whole family. My sympathy goes out to the family.
Andrea Willetts
November 6, 2013
Michelle,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. Reading her life journey she was a very remarkable woman. I can see where your "shine" comes from. Prayers for you and your family.
November 6, 2013
Michelle, I am very sorry for the loss of your mother. Reading her life's journey she was a remarkable woman and you are a shining example of her love.
My prayers are with you, Andrea Willetts
November 6, 2013
Melinda, I am so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. It is truly a great loss.
Diane Reinke
Steve Wolfrath
November 6, 2013
As a child growing up we lived right across the street from Mary. A very kind and special person. My condolences to the family.
Jeannine Krull
November 5, 2013
Melody,Sending love and sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your Mother. What a beautiful tribute. (I now know where you got your great style and grace :)
Sending you a hug,
Jeannine (Kiser) Krull
Michael Marhefke
November 5, 2013
My deepest sympathy to all of the family during this time may God bless you and guide you through this difficult time.
November 5, 2013
A lovely memorial about your mom Lyndy. I know you and your family will miss her.
hugs, Joyce (Blount) Trujillo
November 4, 2013
Lindy, I am not sure if I ever met your Mom but after reading her story know how you were blessed with her kindness and beauty. Sending my sympathies.
Ellen Gertsch Braunschweiger
November 4, 2013
She was obviously an amazing woman. Wish we could have met her, but blesed to know you, Michele. Our sympathies...Joe, Kelly, Isaac and Logan
Sarah Hennig (Calder)
November 4, 2013
Mary was such a kind hearted lady! I am blessed to have gotten the chance to get to know her! She and her family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Tanya Stephens
November 4, 2013
My deepest sympathies for your loss. What I remember most about Mary is how observant she was. She didn't miss a thing. I will certainly miss her.
Tani Mann
November 4, 2013
Sending peace & comfort to the whole Mauk family. I had many wonderful chats with her when I worked at the bank. She was a sweet lady. Good memories!
Daniel Magnuson
November 4, 2013
Mrs. Mauk was a awesome person and caring person. She and her husband was like a second parent, every Sunday making sure the Magnuson family had a ride to church like clock work. God will be with family, during Mrs. Muuk passing.
Barb Gabrielson
November 4, 2013
I lived right around the corner, on Randall st. Melinda, you and all your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Barb Landskron Gabrielson
November 3, 2013
Sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I'm a former neighbor (Morrison St.) and classmate of Mary Ann's. I heard the news from my mother. I remember your mom making Barbie clothes.
Vicky (Hoffman) Jacoby
Plover, Wi
Donna Gasbarro
November 3, 2013
Rest in Peace Mrs Mauk. My sincere condolences to Marys family.
November 3, 2013
Dear Mauk Family, We were sorry to hear of Mary's passing. We remember her from our "early" years--Jackson school, scouts, church--and of course after that with the popcorn wagon, etc. The obituary was a lovely tribute and the pictures of her were very nice. May your hearts be lightened with many happy memories. With sympathy and prayers, The Forster girls--Kathy, Jackie, Marilyn and Susan
Ann Schwaller
November 3, 2013
My sympathy goes out to the family. She was a nice lady. I lived right next door from her. My heart goes out to the family.
Anne Strauch
November 2, 2013
Yes, absolutely a wonderful lady. Thank you, Mrs. Mauk, for your kind words when I was just a child. I will always remember....
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