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Mary Ann Clark
1937 - 2016
Mary Ann Clark
1937 - 2016
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Mary Ann Clark Obituary
Mary Ann Clark, 78, passed away, January 19, 2016 in Nevada, MO. Mary Ann was born March 29, 1937 in Sheldon, MO, the daughter of Gordon and Pauline (Borghardt) Hornecker. On June 6, 1958 Mary Ann married Paul Clark the same day they both graduated from the University of Missouri. They shared 57 years of marriage together. Paul survives of the home. She had a lifelong nursing career and was in the first group of nurse practitioners in Missouri. Mary Ann loved picnics, traveling, children, and reading. She had a huge appetite for life and made friends where ever she would go and never knew a stranger. Mary Ann was a lifelong Methodist and attended Blue Ridge Methodist Church for many years and more recently a member of Nevada Methodist Church. In addition to her parents, Mary Ann is preceded in death by a sister, Bonnie Jean Willers, a brother, Mac Hornecker, and a son, Bill Gordon Clark. In addition to her husband, Paul, she is survived by four sisters-in-law, Marie Hornecker, Dee, Pat, and Joan Clark; a brother-in-law, Alvin Clark; two daughters, Zoe Karro and Carol Clark (David Innis); one son, John Clark (Jodi); five grandchildren, Anna Karro, Camille Soto (Jorge), Jesse Clark, Justin Clark and Katharine Clark and great granddaughter, Lisa Soto. Visitation will be from 1 pm until service time at 2 pm, Thursday, January 28, 2016 at Floral Hills Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held, Friday, January 29, 2016 at 11 am at Girdner Cemetery in Mercer, MO. Condolences may be left at www.floralhillsfuneralhome.com.
Arr.: D.W. Newcomer's Sons Floral Hills Funeral Home, 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO 64133 (816) 353-1218
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George Gordon
May 15, 2016
It was with great sadness when we learned of the passing of Mary Ann Clark. When Valerie & I were in Missouri in 2012 we met Mary, Paul, Zoe and Carol at the Gordon Family reunion dinner in Moundville, MO. Mary invited us down to her home that evening and we had a lengthy discussion about our ancestors. Despite Mary's many medical issues at that time she was very happy with our visit and we also enjoyed our time with Mary, Paul, Zoe and Carol. Our sincere condolences to husband Paul, daughters Carol and Zoe and son John and the wider family circle.
George & Valerie Gordon
9 Townview Avenue North
Omagh, County Tyrone
Northern Ireland
BT78 1HU
Camille Soto
February 18, 2016
Grandma was really a wonderful woman. I miss her so much more than I ever imagined, and I think about her all the time. She taught me a lot growing up, like how to decorate cakes, make paper dolls, enjoy life, and push forward despite any hindrances, something she knew a lot about. I was really blessed to have known her, and I will always carry on her memory and keep her spirit alive in my heart. I really, really miss you, Grandma and I love you so much.
Camille Soto
February 18, 2016
Grandma was really a wonderful woman. I miss her so much more than I ever imagined, and I think about her all the time. She taught me a lot growing up, like how to decorate cakes, make paper dolls, enjoy life, and push forward despite any hindrances, something she knew a lot about. I was really blessed to have known her, and I will always carry on her memory and keep her spirit alive in my heart. I really, really miss you, Grandma and I love you so much.
Josh Karro
February 14, 2016
Dear Clarks,
I was so sorry to hear about Mary Ann. She was truly one of the greatest of the Greatest Generation. A role model and an intrepid pioneer who surely inspired more people in more ways than she ever could have known. A loving, kind, and giving mother, wife, grandmother, aunt, sister, heater of the sick . . . and the best friend (to so many) anyone could ever hope to have. Never afraid to love, to laugh, or to feel, and rise to meet others' pain or difficulty.
I had always deeply admired Mary Ann, and often thought what a better place this world would be if only we had more just like her. Though I know how deep and vast is your loss, what a blessing to have had people in our lives so worth missing. Godspeed and peace through the trying time.
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Kevin, Susie, Lily and Kaiya
February 14, 2016
Zoe,
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Love knows no boundaries and you took such good care of her. I think we pass on all the good and kindness that our mothers teach us, so in that way, they live on in our hearts and spread to the world long after. Sending you much love.
Ron and Lucille Deemer
February 14, 2016
May God be very near you. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lea McNeil and Russell & Thaylee Rourk
February 14, 2016
Paul & family,
We were so sorry to hear of Mary Ann's passing. We really appreciated the good visiting and watermelon snacks you brought in to Moore-Few. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Mary Ann was such a neat lady.
Kelly & Neil Gerken
February 14, 2016
Paul, so sorry for your loss. Mary Ann was a great lady and so much fun to visit with. You were so blessed and took such good care of her. If there is anything we can help with at the farm, please call me. We would be glad to help. Sincerely in Christ
Gail McGehee
February 14, 2016
I was sorry to hear of the loss of Mary Ann. I have lots of memories of her and "Our Gang" in high school. That has been a few years ago but always looked forward to tour class reunion. Love & prayers.
Andy Newcom
February 1, 2016
I did not get to spend enough time with Mary Ann, but from every indication I would have cherished those experiences.
On the other hand I feel like I do know Mary Ann because I formed an immediate friendship and bond with her remarkable daughter Zoe when I started working at the Hallmark photo studio 16 years ago.
I was in the beginning stage of a life-long friendship with one of the funniest, smartest, most thoughtful and caring people I would ever be so fortunate to meet.
What a wonderful legacy Mary Ann and Paul's offspring are to me, and to many others.
I will never again roast a wienie and not think of Mary Ann. I will never again make a spice cookie with burnt sugar icing and not think of Mary Ann, and because of Mary Ann's zest for life even when she had so many physical ailments, I will complain less and laugh a lot more.
Thank you Mary Ann.
Dodie Jacobi
January 30, 2016
Some things are forever. Like my name. Like Raytown where I was raised and crowned a Miss. Like my parents, aunts and uncles. Like air.
But since my parents broke the news with their death more than a decade ago that even always has an end, I'm not surprised that my other mother Mary Ann Clark is not forever either.
That doesn't make it easier to say goodbye.
My meeting Mary Ann was to the soundtrack of a diligent vacuum cleaner. It was the first play date with my then new friend Carol whose hair was still in hot rollers when I stopped to pick her up for a Friday night on the Raytown. Switching her work off, Mary Ann offered me a drink and a bite while I waited, the first of many planned and impromptu we'd share during our 40-year friendship.
Over something cold, seated at the round oak dining table and its pretty centerpiece, I learned that Friday night cleaning was a ritual for Mary Ann. I heard that as a pediatric nurse practitioner, she had a career, not just a job. I could see in her orderly home, stocked refrigerator, and first aid closet that a mother of three who cared for others' sick and well children every day had a system for making sure she was ever-ready to serve or repair. This was a woman of habits necessary for packing in the chores and still having time to spring her square dancing skirt from it's confining closet. Her habits were part of a maintenance dance shared with husband Paul, that were as much do-si-do as another round in a square.
Until I met Paul and Mary Ann, I hadn't considered the benefits of habit, nor had it occurred to me anyone might enjoy Square Dancing as I privately did while others endured with loathe its annual requirement in gym class.
As my friendship with Carol grew, (her mom called her Case with no obvious source for the derivative), so did my friendship with all in the Clark family. Zoe and I shared a summer full of theme dinners. Case and I double dated with brainiac boys and tried colors from her Avon Representative sample bag. Paul stopped me in the hall for a joke. No I hadn't heard the one about. I overhead John hollering his next act ever on his way out and the door slamming behind him. In each was an extension of Mary Ann, fairly distributed: Zoe's flair for entertaining and décor; Carol's perpetual curiosity; John's pursuit of every edge; Paul's orderliness and cerebral preoccupation.
Some of my fondest high school memories are inextricable from those about my bonus mom: countless basement weenie roasts, holiday seasons with stacked tins of treats (one of which certainly contained multi colored squiggle hard candies), an extra seat at the Clark dinner table. Mary Ann endured my boy talk and offered a birth control pill prescription should I want it. She also offered this suggest for my life's happiness, Dodie, we just need to find you a rich old man and a banana peel.
Mary Ann's cinnamon roll recipe was behind a favorite family story. To raise money for Baylor summer debate camp, Carol and I sold bakers' dozens to classmates for $2, delivery Father's Day morning included. An extra 50 cents bought a bonus singing telegram Happy Father's Day song we wrote to the tune of Hey Look Me Over. We were up all night baking, Mary Ann and my mom supply running for all we'd underestimated, which was a lot. Often. The next fundraiser had us all up early selling our junk at the Swap and Shop at 63rd Street Drive In. Had our moms not paid for our materials and supplied the junk, we wouldn't have made a dime. In the end, something much more valuable was made. Our moms started a friendship that endured the rest of their lives.
Mary Ann and my mom next conspired to plan my 16th surprise birthday party at 4 in the morning when Carol, Cherie Beem, other friends, and I returned to Union Station on a train from said debate camp. All ate Mary Ann's banana cake, decorated so perfectly, while exhausted Carol slept a mononucleosis nap next to the pool table. (Banana cake is since my preferred birthday treat.)
Carol, Zoe and I went our respective ways to college around the country, staying in touch with holiday catchup visits and letters I still have.
When Carol married in Boston, Mary Ann, Paul, Zoe and I road tripped to the celebration. We got off to a late start, undermining Paul's carefully timed itinerary, but we arrived all the same in plenty of time for the beautiful wedding.
Zoe moved to New York ahead of me, and the welcome coincidence of my moving just one subway stop away meant I could benefit from more time with a cherished friend from home, and the many care packages Mary Ann sent filled with the latest from clearance retailer Dirty Don. Zoe, Josh, and I once licked and stuck gummy bears all over their apartment to find with much delight later. Another life milestone was shared at the Karro wedding on Long Guy Land, with all Clarks in attendance, and Mary Ann so beautiful in the silk dress I made for her and the occasion.
Back in Raytown, my folks, Paul, and Mary Ann gathered often, probably comparing the stories each heard of the others' children to fill in any missing information, and to speculate about our many notions. Paul built a beautiful gazebo for my parents' yard, and I know they shared many good meals. It always made my homesick heart feel better to know my two moms were hanging out. I can still hear them laughing to tears together. My mom said often that there was no one more fun than Mary Ann Clark.
Without coordination or premeditation, Carol, Zoe, and I ended up living in Kansas City again. The Clark's and Jacobi's celebrated dozens of Christmases with elaborate dinners, laughs, White Elephants, and colored hard candies.
On every guest list for every Jacobi and Clark event, the next tier names following immediate family were those of the other family, our favorite company to keep for weenies, croquet games, barbeques, Father's Days (with Hey Happy Father's Day reprise!), Mother's Days, New Year's Eves, weddings, Easters and sleepovers in Nevada, new babies, anniversaries, showers, and birthdays.
When Paul and Mary Ann moved to Nevada, it wasn't close enough to see my dear Clarks as often as I'd like, but we stayed in touch. I loved visiting their immaculately maintained farm, especially cherishing times with Mary Ann all to myself when we could talk at the table again uninterrupted for hours, me still on the quest for the rich ol' man and banana peel. From each visit I would leave with a bounty of homegrown produce.
As all life stories arc and end, too soon our gatherings included death, starting with my folks'.
For several recent years, we've all watched Mary Ann hover at the edge of her life with astounding buoyancy. I'd said my goodbyes more than once. Her curiosity and lifelong fascination with the human body kept her striving and trying new treatments. Such resilience makes her finally passing more unbelievable.
The last time I saw Mary Ann, she was at KU. I was proud to bring a gift perfect for my friend's unique humor: panty shaped and decorated sugar cookies. She rested deeply while Zoe and I caught up on the sofa nearby, the old clickety clack of our New York friendship returning easily. I served Mary Ann tea so hot I could barely hold the cup, yet she savored every large swallow and said it was good. Above the cup, we locked eyes in a gaze of silent dialogue that confessed she would be leaving soon and explained I would miss her.
Nothing comforted me more after my folks passed than reminiscing with the Clarks who loved my parents as much as I. It is my hope these shared memories will comfort us again as we adjust to life without Mary Ann's physical presence.
Regretfully I must tell you, it has been my experience that the hole will Mary Ann leaves will not be filled. How could it!? Such an amazing, smart, LIFE FULL woman as Mary Ann couldn't possibly exit without vacancy.
We will get used to her presence now everywhere instead.
Marge Holznagel
January 27, 2016
Mike and I had many meals together, many card games together even traveling together. Mary Ann will be missed by many. She was game for anything. She was such a trooper and never complained and she sure could've. We could all take a lesson from her in that department. May God Bless you, Our dear friend. Marge Holznagel, Nevada, Mo
Mary Hinkle
January 27, 2016
Dear Paul and Family,
Mary Ann's life was so full between her work, travels, family, and friends. She fought a hard fight till the end because she loved life so much.
We send our love and sympathy to the family and wish we could be there for her memorial service.
Milton & Mary Jane Hinkle
January 27, 2016
IN 1958, SHORTLY AFTER MY HUSBAND, KEN, AND PAUL, MARY ANN AND I HAD FINISHED SCHOOL, WE WERE STATIONED IN HAMILTON, MO, WHERE KEN AND PAUL WORKED FOR THE MISSOURI HIGHWAY DEPARTMENT.
THAT WAS THE BEGINNING OF A WONDERFUL, LIFETIME FRIENDSHIP. WHAT FUN IT WAS TO GET TOGETHER FOR A PLAIN SUPPER AND PLAY CARDS!
AFTER WE WERE TRANSFERRED TO OTHER PLACES, WE STILL MANAGED TO GET TOGETHER AND VISIT SOMETIMES.
IN 1990, WE TOOK A TRIP WITH MARY ANN AND PAUL THROUIGH THE NORTHWEST. WE SAW THE SD "BADLANDS", MT. RUSHMORE, YELLOWSTONE, THE BEGINNING OF THE MISSOURI RIVER AT 3-FORKS, THE COLUMBIA ICEFIELDS, IN ALBERTA, CANADA.
IT WAS BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY, WITH GLACIERS IN THE BACKGROUND.
MARY ANN TOOK QUITE A LONG WALK BECAUSE SHE WANTED TO REALLY TOUCH A GLACIER.
IN BRITISH COLUMBIA, WE TOOK THE FERRY TO VICTORIA ISLAND. . (VICTORIA'S MOTTO IS: SPLENDOR WITHOUT PRETENSE. A PHRASE WHICH IS ALSO DESCRIPTIVE OF MARY ANN.)
ON VICTORIA ISLAND, WE SPENT TOO MUCH TIME LOOKING AROUND IN THE CAPITOL BUILDING WHERE PARLIMENT MEETS, AND WE MISSED THE FERRY GOING BACK TO WASHINGTON. SO WE HAD TO WAIT FOR THE NEXT ONE WHICH WAS AT NIGHT. IT WAS VERY LATE WHEN WE ARRIVED ON SOLID GROUND AGAIN, AND ALL THE MOTELS SAID, "NO VACANCY". WE FINALLY FOUND ONE WHICH HAD ONLY ONE ROOM VACANT. SO WE ALL BUNKED THERE IN ONE ROOM. WE MADE IT FINE, AND IT CUT OUR MOTEL RENT IN HALF, SO WE JUST USED ONE ROOM EACH NIGHT FOR THE REST OF THE TRIP.
WE WERE FORTUNATE TO BE SO CLOSE TO MARY ANN AND ALL HER FAMILY. I WILL MISS HER TERRIBLY, BUT THERE IS A FEELING OF THANKFULNESS FOR HAVING HER IN OUR LIVES.
BEA DUDDRIDGE
Verna Rhodes
January 27, 2016
Friend, professional, Christian, lover of family and life. What a strong caring lady who was plagued by the unknown treatment effects of the 1960's. What a soldier
Rebecca Maki
January 26, 2016
Rest in peace Mary Ann, you will be missed by many.
May all the wonderful memories, shown in these beautiful pictures get you all through this trying time.
Love and prayers to you all...especially Paul.
From Marge and Mike's family.
January 26, 2016
Well, I could do a book, first memory: she was surprised tht I knew of Nevada, because of the college there. shortly knew she was the one to go to for the best advice on whatever we were studying. Knew it wa serious when she talked of a Paul guy from north MO. So, did the wedding and sang for them before we were off to graduate from MU, busy day. We continued our friendship when I could get back to attend nursing alumni meetings.
When Mary Ann called to say she would be in CA. for a meeting, I picked her up in anaheim and we headed down to San Diego, she wanted to get over in border, so my father-in-law did the drive and we bought Mexican vanilla. the next summer we made icecream in her basement and made use of the vanilla!
One menory trip was to cruise to Alaska and then another trip to Ireland, when I called with do you want to go, her reply was: where do I send my money, a wonderfull friend to travel with, interested in everything.
So glad she got to tke her other trips! We continued to email often, guesss I will still do that just in my mind, know that she is no longer being poked with needles and she is checking us out all over the world. We love you Mary Ann, Jeanie and Jim Kesterson
Bob Clark
January 26, 2016
The first time I met Mary Ann was when Uncle Paul brought her to Mercer in 1957. He was driving 1950 Plymouth. The song, Marianne, was number four on the charts and I believe it was Uncle Paul's favorite song.
Her ever present smile was one I will always remember. It was like she knew what I was going to say before I said it and it somehow amused or pleased her.
The highlight of her visit that summer was when we went to Uncle Billy's pond north of his house and she taught me how to swim. Heck, I could have walked on water that day! How special!
We will all miss her.
Anna Karro
January 25, 2016
Mary Ann Clark was an amazing woman. Because of her (and my mother), I attended Cottey College. She was easily role model-material. I am honored to have had her as one of my grandmas.
Dodie Jacobi
January 25, 2016
I've been crying as hard this week for not being present for this most auspicious celebration, as for the passing of my dear friend, your Mom, my bonus mother. She permeated my life since the age of 15 when we met. And I want to gather for a pickle party (with weenies) to toast her, er roast er.
I'm sending the biggest hug and wishes for her soaring spirit (talk about adventure!) I've been asking her to report back and will let you know if I hear word. Watching for her spirit all around. In watermelon patches for sure.
Michele McIntosh
January 25, 2016
Mary Ann was in the first class of nurse practitioners who graduated in Missouri and remained active in NAPNAP which is the nurse practitioner society. She worked at another pediatric practice until we lured her away with our charming ways. We watched her suffer from treatment with interferon for Hepatitis C which she got from a blood transfusion during what I remember was a dramatic and dangerous childbirth situation, ( one of the first of her very many health issues). That year of interferon was very difficult for her but she made it through. The list of her health issues could fill a textbook but I prefer to remember the lively, witty lady who tromped around old independence with me because she found it interesting.
She had such a dry an gentle wit. I have missed her so much all these years since she retired. She was a powerful force in her family and will be much missed by them I am sure. I have many fond memories of my times here in the Independence office with Mary Ann. She and I both love history and interesting non-generic locations so we had a hoot knocking around Englewood including the Mount Washington cemetery and the Frank James (Jesse's brother) grave site in Hill Park. We ate lunch at every fly-by-night mom and pop café we could find and laughed a lot.
Verna Rhodes
January 25, 2016
FRIEND, PROFESSIONAL, CHRISTIAN, LOVER OF FAMILY and LIFE. WHAT A STRONG CARING LADY WHO WAS PLAGUED BY THE UNKNOWN TREATMENT EFFECTS OF THE 1960's. WHAT A SOLDIER!
Michele McIntosh
January 24, 2016
I have many fond memories of my times here in the Independence office with Mary Ann. She and I both love history and interesting non-generic locations so we had a hoot knocking around Englewood including the Mount Washington cemetery and the Frank James (Jesse's brother) grave site in Hill Park. We ate lunch at every fly-by-night mom and pop café we could find and laughed a lot.
One notable incident was when she spied a father hustling to his car with an armload of the giant asparagus fern we had in the foyer flung over his shoulder!!!! We trotted out to see what damage he had done to the fern and fell out with laughter when we could not even see where he tore into that fern. It was a monster fern. We used to joke that there was probably a little child trapped in it.
Jami Honkomp Pizzichino
January 24, 2016
Over twenty years ago when my sister got married I gained the brother I always wanted and our families quickly became one. MaryAnn has always held a special place in our lives, she's been another grandma to my kids, we've shared wonderful memories that will last a lifetime and we will all miss her deeply.
Kathy Botha
January 24, 2016
Dear Paul and Children. So sorry for Marys passing. She was always one of my favorite patients. So full of life and wit. Paul u are to. Loved being her nurse and being able to help where I could. Abe sends his condolences as well and is sorry he hasn't been over to meet you both. I told him to leave his broken down combine there in the field for Paul to stare at. I told him what u said Paul to just put grave stones next to it. Hope to see u again soon. I send my thoughts and prayers to u and your family. If we don't get together again on this earth may it be when Jesus comes back. Sending love and hugs from Abraham and Kathy Botha your neighbors and nurse.
Kathy Botha
January 24, 2016
Dear Paul and children. So sorry for Marys passing. She was always one of my favorite patients. So full of life and wit. Paul u are to. Loved being her nurse and being able to help where I could. Abe sends his condolences as well and is sorry he hasn't been over to meet you both. I told him to leave his combine there for Paul to stare at. I told him what u said Paul to just put grave stones next to it. Hope to see u again soon. I send my thoughts and prayers to u and your family. If we don't get together again on this earth may it be when Jesus comes back. Sending love and hugs from Abraham and Kathy Botha your neighbors and nurse.
Brendy Latare
January 24, 2016
Dear Paul, Zoe, Carol, John, and all,
What a woman was Mary Ann! All at once she was brilliant, down-to-earth, hilarious, compassionate, so classy, and so practical. There will never be another one like her!
I am forever grateful to Mary Ann for being a true-blue friend to our Mom. I know especially during my teenage years, Mom's sanity was saved many times by morning walks with Mary Ann, where they shared parenting stories from the trenches, marveled at the stuff people throw out, and solved world problems.
I am feeling your loss with you, and sending my love and warmest thoughts to all of you!
BuElla Talley True
January 24, 2016
1954 classmate , Nevada, Mo...
she was a lovely person, friendly, kind etc ...and always enjoyed her e-mails
through the years ... sad to hear the information ...
My love, prayers and sympathy to you Paul and all your family ...
1995 Horneckers
Melissa Hornecker Baldwin
January 24, 2016
1995
Melissa Hornecker Baldwin
January 24, 2016
Aunt Mary Ann, Dad, and Aunt Bonnie
Melissa Hornecker Baldwin
January 24, 2016
1995 Melissa Baldwin Wedding
Melissa Hornecker Baldwin
January 24, 2016
Sue Clark
January 24, 2016
i was thinking of some Memories of things with aunt mary Ann, I Still remember her taking me fishing with her and Fletch in Hamiton when I was 5. Where did those 56 years go? Still share her trick on what to do for a fussy baby! She will be missed but so glad she is no longer in pain. Sending all of you a hug. A smarter lady bar noon - she was class act . Love to all Sue
January 24, 2016
Sharlene Kerrick - Stephens
January 24, 2016
Paul, Zoe, Carol, John and Family,
Memories growing up in the circle, are many. Your Mom tending to my cut toe, Zoe and John kept saying I should check the ointment expiration date. Christmas, your Mom's divinity, so good, her gingerbread houses and hedgehog flower arrangements. As a new Mom, your Mom spent hours listening and helping me through my journey. So Blessed to have had her in my life. Prayers and Love to all of you.
Larry and Mary Fowler
January 23, 2016
Mary and I send our condolences. We cherish the visits we shared at the Picnic with the vegetables and such and as neighbors!
Peggy Latare
January 23, 2016
Dear Paul, Zoe, Carol, John, and all of Mary Ann's family,
I can only imagine what a journey all of you have been on for the past many, many years- you've done an amazing job keeping our sweet and funny and smart Mary Ann moving forward! She was a force, wasn't she?! A wondrous force. Like so many others I have many fond memories of Mary Ann from small kid days, when the 1st circle and 3rd circle families got together. It makes me smile to think of my Mom and Mary Ann on their morning walk through the neighborhood, picking up some 'trash treasures' along the way. I have a feeling they are enjoying some amazing finds along the sidewalks in heaven! My thoughts and prayers are added to the many others coming your way. Lots of love and aloha, too!
Shsron McCaffree Shallenberger
January 23, 2016
I've known Mary Ann since high school.Friends and I used to ride our bicycles out to the farm to enjoy a day with her.I last saw her Just before Our high school reunion. I've always told her she was an example for me of never giving up. She will be sorely missed
Dot Honkomp
January 22, 2016
We will really miss her! We have had some wonderful times on the farm, thanks to Mary Ann! She was a real trooper.
Ron and Charlene Gonterman
January 22, 2016
This is Ron Gonterman -MaryAnn and I go back a long way when we were teens working around on the farm and helping her struggle making the best of things after her mother passed away. She had to take the motherly role cooking doing laundry etc. She was a great inspiration to all who knew her.I am sitting here sobbing and wishing I had kept closer contact.I am so sorry this had to come so early..I'm sure she went through a lot. Not sure I can make it to the funeral. My offspring say I shouldnt try to drive it. Will see though. My condolences to Paul,and children and grands. So sorry.
Beth Simpson
January 22, 2016
Mary Ann taught me a lot about medicine, gardening, canning vegetables, German food and how to enjoy a well rounded life. Her smile and laugh were infectious! One of my favorite memories is that once she and I had identical purses. My son was about 3 years old and saw her walking away with what he thought was my purse. He started yelling that this lady was stealing my purse! I thought Mary Ann was going to pass out from laughing! I loved and respected her so much! God bless you and hold you close during this rough time.
Beth Simpson
Angela Ultican Hedges
January 22, 2016
I remember your mom as kind and funny. For a few years growing up she was like a second mom to me. Sending my thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Melissa Baldwin
January 22, 2016
Rest in peace Aunt Mary Ann. Cheers to a supremely classy and kind lady. Hope there is a massive wienie roast and watermelon patch waiting for you in the great beyond-and someone else cooks!
January 22, 2016
Dear Paul and family, Very sorry to hear that Mary Ann passed away. She had a long battle and she is at peace. I loved going to Sheldon every summer of visit my relatives. We had a lot of good times. Sharing the chores and getting done as fast as we could so that we could go to the swimming hole after swiping a watermelon.
Juanita Dietle
January 22, 2016
My heart is heavy to learn of Mary Ann's passing. Our family met the Clarks in St.Joseph Mo. In the early 60's. She was the perfect friend always welcoming and would go that extra mile to help someone. A friend to many and special to me. . May she rest in peace and my prayers to Paul,Zoe, Carol and john. Juanita Dietle, Jefferson Cily, Mo.
Terry Nance
January 22, 2016
So sorry to hear about Mary Ann's passing. She was such a special lady!!!! I loved working with her at Cockerell & McIntosh Pediatrics. She really loved her patients & their families! She was such a hard worker & had a huge heart of gold! She will be missed. Prayers for all of you!
God Bless You All.
Jeff and Cathi Newlin
January 22, 2016
I will forever hear her laugh and see her big smile! Thank you for letting me know - I will always remember her.
Love
Jeff and Cathi Newlin
Betty Harrison
January 22, 2016
Hello Paul,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss of Mary Ann. She was such a dear person and I have the best
of memories starting back in the MU days and so much contact while you lived in Raytown and the kids
were all so very young. I remember how much popcorn and pepsi we had while John and I were living
on Paquin and you and John and a couple other guys were busy studying and solving calculus problems.
Blessings to you and all of your family.
Betty Harrison
Marcia Hartley
January 22, 2016
Dear Paul, Zoe, Carol and John,
Mary Ann will be among the angels. Methodist angels, no doubt. Maybe some nurses angels, too. I know she will be happy, because she was always happy.
Everyone loved Mary Ann. Her fellow nursing students loved her. She was so bright, and confident, yet so unassuming. She loved her family, and I know they loved her back.
I was blessed to know Mary Ann, and I will think of her every day of my life.
Thank you, Paul, Zoe, Carol and John for all the years you loved Mary Ann. Thank you for remembering her friends.
Marcia Hartley
Donna McClanahan
January 22, 2016
Paul and Family, I am so heartbroken we've lost Mary Ann. I met Mary Ann 45 years ago when she was my pediatric nursing instructor at CMSU. She was a wonderful mentor for me and many others in assisting and encouraging us in the pursuit of becoming nurses and pediatric nurse practitioners. I can't begin to express my gratitude to her for all she did to help me and others. But her patients were the biggest winners. She treated her patients with such compassion and respect. She received the 1997 UMKC Alumni Award in Nursing which was very much deserved. Mary Ann was extremely valuable in the advancement of nurse practitioners throughout the Midwest. She will be missed by so many. I am thankful to Paul and family for sharing her with us all.
January 22, 2016
I can not tell you how much I will miss Mary Ann. She always had a kind word and a smile for all who crossed her path. I am privileged to have her as a friend and co-worker. My thoughts are with you, Paul, and the whole family. Janon Cairns Independence MO
Nancy Spangler
January 22, 2016
Paul & Family, Mary Ann had that sweet smile and a gentle heart. It was a pleasure to know and have her in my life. The world is a better place because
Mary Ann was here on the earth. Prayers are with you and your Family.
Nancy Spangler
Bill Yarnell
January 21, 2016
Paul and family, so sorry for your loss. Mary Ann was such a light to all who knew her. Enjoyed our time together in St. Joseph and Jefferson City. Prayers to all your family. Ann and Bill Yarnell
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