MARY PENN COONS

COONS, MARY PENN Mary passed away September 15, 2010 at home, after a two-month illness. Her husband Larry was at her side. Born in Los Angeles on April 29, 1929, she graduated from Santa Monica High School and attended UCLA until she married Larry on September 4, 1948. They started their family in Culver City, then lived in Fresno before moving to San Diego in 1961. Larry was one of the founding members of Grossmont College while Mary was busy raising their children. After the children reached maturity, she joined Larry at Grossmont working in several capacities including personnel and admissions. An avid traveler, she and Larry enjoyed visiting countries in Europe and Asia (especially Thailand) - and places closer to home. She was a past president of the Grosvenor House Home Owner Association where they have resided since 1991. In addition to husband Larry, she is survived by daughter Linda Santitharangkul and son-in-law Somchai of Chiang Mai, Thailand. She was predeceased by son Bill. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to San Diego Hospice. A celebration of Mary's life will be held at a later date.