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Mary Nemetz Obituary
Born Sept. 11, 1919, in Toledo, Ohio, she was the daughter of John Liptak Sr. and Elizabeth Gala Liptak. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Andrew Alfred Nemetz; a sister, Anne Teppo; and a brother, John Liptak Jr.
She leaves to honor her memory, Thomas D. And Gwen S. Nemetz of Midlothian, Va., Mary Jean and Howard B. Craddock of Charlottesville, Va., William H. Craddock of State College, Pa., and Brian A. Craddock of Charlottesville, Va.
Proud to be a first-eneration American, Mary was a devoted wife, mother and member of the Lutheran Church.
The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until noon on Tuesday, Dec. 29, 2009, at the Nelsen Funeral Home, 214 N. 6th Ave., Hopewell, VA 23860, with a graveside service to follow 2 p.m. at Appomattox Cemetery in Hopewell, Va. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, VA 22911. Condolences may registered at www.nelsencares.com.
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Kay Houchins Hagaman
December 31, 2009
Mary Jean & family,
I am so sorry to read today of the loss of your Mom. Remember to focus on the Good Times (of your life with her) to get you through.
December 29, 2009
Mary Jean,
You are in my heart as we mourn the passing of your mother.
Martha James
Brenda Landes
December 28, 2009
Tom and Gwen, Sorry to hear about Mary's passing but we know she is at last at peace with no more suffering and reunited with her husband and other dear family members. Tom you were an exceptional son and God will bless you for all your faithfulness and care that you gave to Mary. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
John Eanes
December 28, 2009
Mary Jean/Tommy,
Am so sorry to read of your mother's passing. You are in our prayers.
December 28, 2009
Tom and family, Jim and I are sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother.
Ruth and Jim Mullins
Swift Creek Baptist Church
Midthian, Va.
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