Mary Tremblay Obituary

Mary Tremblay

April 13, 1933 - November 8, 2020

Mary Betts Carlisle Tremblay peacefully passed away Sunday, November 8, 2020, with family members at her side.

Born in Ashtabula, Ohio, April 13, 1933, to Marian and Theodore Carlisle, Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Stan Hinnant and her son, Richard Tremblay.

Mary's passion was creating smiles and offering kindness. Whether you met her in the mall (where she walked daily, for decades) or in the hall of a hospital (her recent health circumstances did not prevent her from being attentive to those who were assisting her) she offered her best. Always.

She devoted her years in Ashtabula to her six children each of whom she encouraged to follow his or her passions. Professionally Mary owned a retail store in Jackson, Tennessee, and after relocating to Grand Junction, Colorado, enjoyed her work in sales and customer relations for Innovations, Fins Grill and St. Kathryn Cellars. While in Colorado, she met and married Stan Hinnant who shared her love of music, dancing and travel.

Mary's surviving children, Judy (Ron) Hegge, Kathy Hinkle-Allin, Jim (Mary Ann) Tremblay, David (Tabatha) Tremblay and Sue (Marty) Behm, her ten grandchildren and three great-grandchildren will always remember her as "Little Nanny" a woman who loved her role as family matriarch. Grandchildren include Jeremy (Sarah) Jepson, Carly (Kurt) Strom, Jennie Hinkle, Ann (Chris) Mullhaupt, Franklin (John Brady) Raines, Taylor Brooke Tremblay, Toni Rebecca Tremblay, Teresa Tremblay, Jacob (Taylor) Behm, and Jadyn Behm. All three great-grandchildren, Jillian and Elin Jepson, and Skylar Strom, were fortunate to spend time with their beloved Little Nanny this fall. Little Nanny and Skylar were blowing kisses to each other on the day Little Nanny passed.

Mary's family will always be grateful for her friends, especially those who assisted Mary in the recent months, bringing joy to her when she was not able to navigate her world as in the past. Family thanks would not be complete without mentioning Lori Class and Prancer, (Mary's feline best friend).

The family requests that those wishing to honor Mary send contributions to HopeWest, an extraordinary non-profit in Grand Junction. Mary enjoyed HopeWest's walking path, scheduling her walks when she knew the pond's fountain was creating its famous and inspirational rainbows in the sky. The fountain has not been operational for some time. Realizing nothing would make Mary happier than offering rainbows to those she loved, the family has established a memorial fund to repair HopeWest's rainbow fountain. Donations honoring Mary can be sent to the Mary Tremblay Rainbow Fountain Fund, at HopeWest, 3090B North 12th Street, Grand Junction, CO 81506.

Once Mary's friends and family can safely join together, a celebration of life will be held in Grand Junction, Colorado and also in Ashtabula, Ohio in 2021.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Daily Sentinel on Nov. 15, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Mary Tremblay

9 Entries

Joan Edmonds

November 5, 2022

Always had a smile for you whenever you walked in the room.

Ellen Wilson Johnson

November 23, 2020

Mary saved my life. At 15, my mother died. Judy, Mary’s eldest child, was my best friend. Mary immediately began “mothering” me, which is what she did best. She already had six children, but always had time for me. Even at 15, I was so grateful to have her in my life. I will always remember Mary as being there for me when I needed her most. If we could all be as kind as this fine woman. My sympathy goes out to all members of Mary’s family. May you find peace in knowing that she lead a good, full life and loved you all so much.
With love,
Ellen Wilson Johnson

Joan Edmonds

November 23, 2020

There was always a smile on her face and love in her heart.

Linda Spry O’Rourke

November 20, 2020

I am so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. She was such a sweet lady. I met her at Mesa Manor while she was faithfully spending much of her days with Stan. She demonstrated so unselfishly what caregiving and love truly is. She was so inspirational. I feel fortunate to have known Mary as a friend. She was such a blessing to know. My sincere sympathies to all of Mary’s family. Take comfort knowing how well she was loved and that she is now with Stan in Heaven.

Bonnie Boyce

November 17, 2020

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. I will miss our talks at Target, the way you always cared about me and my family you mean alot to me . I will never forget you.
Heaven gets a special angel

Lance and Ruth Ledford

November 16, 2020

Remarkable in every way. Definitely devoted to her family. Those blessings often overflowed to the people near the family.

Dale E Sparks

November 15, 2020

I didn't have the pleasure of knowing Mary. I know her daughter, Kathy. The entire Tremblay Family is in my thoughts and prayers. Mary Tremblay, you earned your wings. May you Rest In Peace.

Shary Rasmussen

November 15, 2020

Heaven sure did gain an Angel! Nanny was such a kind and caring person. She always cared so much about the health and safety of my family and me. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers through this most difficult time.

Suzanne MacArthur

November 15, 2020

Mary was a gem ! Talking to her always lifted me up ! Always in my heart ❤ R. I. P. Beautiful Angel ❤

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