Photo courtesy of Reiff Funeral Home - Dyersville
Dyersville, Iowa
May 26, 1932 – Feb 10, 2020 (Age 87)
Mary L. Westermeyer, 87, of Dyersville, Iowa, passed away Monday, February 10, 2020 at her home in Dyersville, Iowa surrounded by her family.
Visitation for Mary will be held from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, February 14, 2020 at the Reiff Funeral Home in Dyersville, Iowa where a wake service will be held at 3:30 p.m. Visitation will continue after 9 a.m. on Saturday at the funeral home.
A Mass of Christian burial will held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, February 15, 2020 at the Basilica of St. Francis Xavier in Dyersville, Iowa, with Rev. Tyler Raymond presiding. Burial will be held in St. Francis Cemetery in Dyersville, Iowa.
She was born May 26, 1932 in Farley, Iowa, daughter of Leo J. and Alvina C. (Schmitt) Kraus. She is a 1949 graduate of the former St. Joseph’s High School in Farley. On February 26, 1952 she was united in marriage to Carlton Westermeyer at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Farley, IA. He preceded her in death on November 20, 1991.
Mary enjoyed many activities during her life, reading, gardening, playing cards and traveling; she truly enjoyed her time with family, especially her great grandson.
She was a member of St. Francis Xavier Parish in Dyersville, Iowa. She volunteered through the years as a Boy Scout Leader, as a Girl Scout leader, and for over 30 years at the Dyersville Library.
She is survived by three children, Craig (Mary) Westermeyer of Dubuque, IA, Mona (Peter) Adams of Half Moon Bay, CA and Chris (Dina) Westermeyer of Oro Valley, AZ; two grandchildren, Nicholas Westermeyer and Elizabeth (Justin) Pohlman; one great grandson, Hayden Pohlman; one sister, Irene (Larry) Scherrman of Farley, IA; and four sisters-in-law, Sue Kraus of Farley, IA, Betty Kraus of Dubuque, IA, Mary (Westermeyer ) Klein of Cedar Rapids, IA and Sandy (Westermeyer) Faltermeier of Kansas City, KS; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is also preceded in death by her parents; one son, Mark Westermeyer on July 9, 1977; two sisters, Doris (Ken) Kemp and Melita (Harry) O’Neill; three brothers, Ralph (Elizabeth) Kraus, Bill Kraus, and James (Phyllis) Kraus.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.reifffuneralhomeinc.com
Just a great Lady, she will be truly missed. I always enjoyed our conversations, playing cards, and especially Her sloppy joe sandwiches. Our condolences to the Family.
Mike Lammers
February 15, 2020 | Lenexa, KS | Friend
God bless Aunt Mary.
Mary and Carlton raised some wonderful kids.
Craig, Mona and Chris, we are so sorry for your loss.
Our prayers go out to the Westermeyer friends and family.
Jon and Lisa Klein
Jon Klein
February 14, 2020 | Cedar Rapids, IA
So sorry for your loss. Mary always had a smile whenever I seen her and was a real joy to chat with. Blessings to the entire family.
Diane Goerdt
February 14, 2020
What a great lady/neighbor. Our kids were over there alot mowing and shoveling. I just wish now we would have stopped over more in the past few months when she didn't get outside. Prayers and sympathy for all of you.
cathy wolfe
February 13, 2020 | Dyersville, IA | Neighbor
Dear Mona, Chris, and Craig and extended family, We express our sincere sympathy to each of you upon the sudden death of your mom. I know you are walking in the valley of darkness, but with the help of other family and friends, the darkness will turn to light as it has for your mom. For those of us who knew your mom, we will bask in and cherish the memories she has left for us. I have 29 years of library memories that can never be erased. Your mom had a great dedication to the library and...
Miriam Eick
February 12, 2020 | Dyersville, IA | Friend
Mary, was a beautiful lady and raised 4 children. She was always the dedicated Mother. She will be missed by everyone she touched with her sense of humor and kindness.
Rest in Peace and our Sympathies to her family.
Kurt and Yolima Schaetzle
Kurt Schaetzle
February 12, 2020 | Marion, IA | Family
