Mary Ann Elder

It is an honor to call you a colleague. Peace to a wonderful soul. I know you will continue to provide light for others.

Mary Ann was my counselor several years ago when I was experiencing much trouble and stress in my personal life. She gave me the strength to carry on and taught me how to look at the world in a different way. Mary Ann was special, and I will miss her.

Dear Rudy _ Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Chris. May the HOLY SPIRIT, who is the Comforter, give you great comfort and peace at this time of Mary's Ann's passing from this world. Brenda and Fred

I met Mary Ann when we worked together in the Head Start Program in Geneva, NY. She was an extremely dedicated and talented woman. I saw first hand how she championed our parents as Social Services Coordinator, performed home improvements on the home in Geneva and so enjoyed her sense of humor! She immersed herself wholly in all of her endeavors. My sincere sympathies to her family.

I taught with Mary Ann at Lochland School in the 70's when we were young and she was the art teacher there. She was a wonderfully warm and caring person, very creative, with a great sense of humor. We all loved her. What a beautifully written and inspiring obituary. It isn't surprising that Mary Ann led such a full life, dedicated to helping the less fortunate among us. I'll treasure the memories of our younger days. My thoughts and prayers are with Mary Ann's family.

Rudy,
I am very sorry to read of the passing of May Ann. May God's peace be with her now and forever.

Mary Ann was a "palo-alto" in the Symphonic Chorale of SW FL. We sang together for years and served together on the board. She was very dedicated to the success and the future of the chorale, especially in the area of financial stability.

She was incredibly brave in dealing with "Chester," her name for her cancer. She handled it with grace and purpose.

Mary Ann, we miss you already and I will always hold a special place for you in my heart.
Love,
Jackie Ferguson

I met Mary Ann Freshman year in High School and I consider her one of my dearest friends in my life. she was a wonderful listener and you couldn't help but feel cherished and understood in her presence. I will miss her. Our sincere sympathy to Rudy and her family. Marilyn and Dennis Dysinger

I met Mary a year ago and would like to say she was a brave soul. I wish Rudy the best.