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Mary Terwilliger Obituary

Mary Lou Terwilliger

Mary Lou (Abner) Terwilliger, wife of Winfred and Madison native Roy W. Terwilliger, entered the kingdom of heaven on Thursday, November 17, 2016. Mary Lou left joy wherever she went. Mary Lou was generous, kind, loving, and giving. She always held a positive attitude and had impeccable character. Her faith shined through her actions and her spirit. Mary Lou is survived by her loving husband Roy, her beloved children Joseph (Marianne) Dhara, Michael (Cara) Terwilliger and Susan (Scott) Shisler and her nine cherished grandchildren, Ariana, Vedarose, Kalerei, Tommy, Drew, Jack, Max, Charlie and Alice. On Saturday, May 13 at 1:00 pm a brief Memorial service will be held at Graceland Cemetery honoring Mary Lou Abner Terwilliger as her ashes are interred. Pastor Barry Whipkey from the Madison United Methodist Church will be officiating. A coffee/dessert reception will follow at the church.

Published by Argus Leader on May 10, 2017.
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