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Mary Ann Kluemper Manners

1949 - 2025

Mary Ann Kluemper Manners obituary, 1949-2025, Omaha, NC

Mary Manners Obituary

Mary Ann Kluemper Manners

May 8, 1949 - June 8, 2025

Omaha, North Carolina - Mary Ann passed peacefully in her sleep on a family vacation on the Outer Banks in North Carolina. Mary Ann was the oldest child of George and Shirley Kluemper of Covington, Kentucky. She graduated from the University of Kentucky, where she was active in the presidential campaign to elect Bobby Kennedy. After a few years of working in Kentucky, she attended the University of Missouri, where she received a Masters Degree in Public Health.

Mary Ann then moved to Omaha for an internship in Family Practice at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She then met Russ, who became her husband of 43 years. She was a loving mother of two sons, Ryan and Mark, daughter-in-law Alexandra, and a beautiful new grandson, Grey, all of whom live in Denver, Colorado.

Mary Ann was active in many volunteer organizations, mostly involving children. Her latest, and most meaningful, was her work as a court appointed special advocate (CASA) volunteer. In this role, she worked to make foster children's lives a little better. Mary Ann also enjoyed painting, a well written novel, and a challenging crossword puzzle. As the oldest of five, she will also be deeply missed by her siblings and their loving families.

Funeral services and a celebration of life will be announced at a later date. Remembrances can be sent to: Nebraska CASA Association 3701 Sumner Street Lincoln, NE 68506 and to Lauritzen Gardens 100 Bancroft St., Omaha, NE 68108 or to the charity of your choice. Please share messages of comfort with the Manners family at gallopfuneralservices.com. Gallop Funeral Services, Inc. was entrusted with arrangements.

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Published by Lexington Herald-Leader from Jun. 15 to Jun. 18, 2025.

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Rebecca Anderson

August 16, 2025

Mary Ann was a joy to work with at the UNMC College of Medicine. She was dedicated to experiential learning and to the welfare of students. Her sunny smile was a tonic. Kudos, Mary Ann.

Antonella Gosselin

July 12, 2025

Mary Ann always had a beautiful smile and was a very positive lady. We were always happy to see each other and catch up in each other´s life. Our sons were close friends from kindergarten and on. I will miss her smiling and positive character. To Russ, Ryan and Mark, I am so sorry to hear about your mother and Russ your wife. Please be strong in this life. She will be miss.

Siamak Khorram

July 3, 2025

We remember Mary Ann as a kind, talented, and a warm and gentle member of the family. She was a loving mother in law to our daughter and a joy in bringing our family together. Mary Ann was quite the talented artist Here is an example of a beautiful Christmas Card she created and shared.
Mary Ann´s gentle spirit and the moments we shared will stay with us forever.
Siamak and Raquel Khorram

Patrick d

June 19, 2025

Mary Ann was like a second mother to me when I was growing up with her son Mark. She was always kind and welcoming. Thank you for always being the kind woman that you were. You will be missed.

Lauri H Boggs.

June 18, 2025

To the Kluemper family: I am so sorry to hear of Mary Ann´s passing She was such a light and loving lady. She will be missed by all. Love and prayers to all of you. Love your cousin, Lauri H Boggs and family.

Ann Wright

June 18, 2025

We are so very sorry for your loss. We are praying for all of you and hope that you are able to find some peace and comfort in the memories you have. Mary Ann was a wonderful person and will be missed.

Dee Ebel

June 18, 2025

Dear Russ, Ryan and Mark,
There is little I can tell you about Mary Ann that might be new to you because you have had her in your life...lucky guys, you are! I always loved her friendly smile, kind words and interest in our family when we ran into each other at Rockbrook or St. Leo´s. I know my life is better because she was part of it! May all the good memories remain vivid and a source of comfort. I know she woukd have loved her new role as grandmother to Grey, be sure to tell him she was quite the lady! Thoughts and prayers from me.

Charles & Carla Faulk

June 17, 2025

We were so sorry to hear about the loss of MaryAnn. Please let us know if we can do anything. She was a wonderful lady and friend. I have many fond memories of our days at Rockbrook Elementary watching our kids grow up and working with her as her VP when she was President of the Community Club.

Toby and Mary

June 17, 2025

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Russ and family, we were so sorry to learn of Mary's passing. What a wonderful gift she was to many! Please know you all will be in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days.
Toby and Mary

Cheryl Clark

June 15, 2025

Russ and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mary Ann´s passing. Mary Ann was a lovely, kind person with a ready smile. Thinking of you and your family fondly.

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