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Mary Cogburn Obituary
Candler - Mary Helen Heidt Cogburn, 92, died peacefully at her Pisgah View Ranch home surrounded by her family, on July 12, 2017. She was born in Charleston, SC on May 17, 1925, and was one of six children to Claudian B. and Willie Clyde Heidt.
Mary lived a full life raising five children, and operating, along with the family, the Pisgah View Ranch in Candler, NC. She was active in the Pisgah Chapter of the Girl Scouts of America, Valley Garden Club, and the Catholic Daughter's at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. She dearly loved music, art, and mountain crafts, and painted when she had the time. She became a woman of the mountains but never lost her charming Charleston accent.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband of more than fifty-three years, Max Oliver Cogburn, Sr.; her beloved daughter, Mary Christine Cogburn; and all of her siblings.
Mary is survived by her children, Max Oliver Cogburn, Jr., and wife, Fran; Michael David Cogburn, and wife, Gay; Steven Douglas Cogburn, and wife, Carolyn Warren; and Cynthia Diane Cogburn, and husband, Nicholas Muszyniski; grandchildren, Max Oliver Cogburn, III (Stacie), Casey Francelyn Cogburn, Cameron Valier Cogburn (Rachel), Cullen Valier Cogburn, Christopher Stone Cogburn, Clint Heidt Cogburn, Jacob Killian Cogburn, Suzanne Warren, James Warren (Jessica), Colton Cogburn Muszynski, Melissa Ann Mauskar (Neal), and Nicole Marie Muszyniski; great grandchildren, Max Oliver Cogburn, IV, and Ellis Rose Michele Cogburn; and special nephew, William (Billy) Miller, and wife, Peggy.
The family wishes to give thanks to all those who helped Mary after she fell ill. A special thanks to those who were primarily involved in her care: Mildred Greene, Susan Hannah, Kathy Overman, Michelle Phillips, and Amy Trull.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m., Friday, July 14th, at Groce Funeral Home, 1401 Patton Avenue, Asheville, NC. A private family funeral mass will take place at the Basilica of St. Lawrence, on Saturday, July 15th, with interment at Green Hills Cemetery to follow.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Upper Hominy Fire and Rescue, 1795 Pisgah Hwy, Candler, NC 28715.
The online register is available at www.grocefuneralhome.com.
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Charlie Dieth
September 26, 2018
Mary was a beautiful kind lady. We had many talks over the years and was so glad my wife got to meet her. Peace and love to the rest of the Cogburns. Time flies.
Marti Milhaupt
August 6, 2017
Mary was the mom of my best childhood friend, Chris, whom we lost many years ago. I loved her & the entire family. Now, Mary is with Max & Chris. What a special & talented family she raised! My condolences to all. Rest In Peace, Mary.
August 4, 2017
Fond memories will keep her alive in our hearts and minds. Farewell, dear lady. We so enjoyed meeting an knowing you.
Heidi and Klaus H. Conrad
Linda Morgan
July 19, 2017
David, Gay and Family,
So sorry to hear of Mama Mary's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love ,
Linda and Wes
Martha Ann King Kent
July 19, 2017
Was so very sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She was such a gracious lady and so very sweet. What a legacy she left for her children and grandchildren, and us, her Cogburn cousins. We will miss her.
Ken Richards
July 13, 2017
Mary and Max are legends. We are the benefactors of the heritage they have gifted from their lives well lived. Through grace Mary endowed us richly with traditions of service to others as emulated by her family.
Irene, Ken and Constance Richards
July 13, 2017
A gracious wonderful woman, who, with the help of Max raised an amazing family. Condolences to all.
Joseph Herrin
Rusty Herman
July 13, 2017
Many prayers of condolences to all of the family.
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