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BORN
1960
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2019
Mary Elden Obituary
She will be lovingly remembered by her brothers and sisters, Cathy Zieba Quinn (John), Joseph Zieba (Karen), Diane Zieba Reilly (Michael) and John Zieba; along with many nieces and nephews.
Mary was the most devoted and loving wife to her husband and inspirational mother to her children. She graduated from the University of Maryland University College with magna cum laude honors and was employed with CACI as a functional analyst and software test engineer at Ft. Detrick. Mary found purpose not only through her family but also through her volunteer work with the Literary Council of Frederick County. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
A Memorial Mass will be held at the Holy Family Catholic Community Church, located at 7321 Burkittsville Rd, Middletown, MD 21769 at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 15, 2019. A Celebration of Life will follow.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Mary's memory to the Literacy Council of Frederick County at www.frederickliteracy.org/donate/ or to your favorite local charity.
Expressions of sympathy may be offered to the family at StaufferFuneralHome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Jim Donley
November 14, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss.
We were fortunate to grow up in College Park Estates.
Your family is in our prayers.
November 13, 2019
On behalf of your team SB5, USAMRAA, you have our deepest sympathy.
DONNA HALL
November 12, 2019
She will be missed by many......to the family - in time your tears will turn to smiles, when the scars start to heal....and you cherish her memory! Peace and Love.....
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