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Mary Slattery Obituary
Mary's smile and laughter were infectious. It would light up the room when she entered, and you couldn't help but smile when you saw her. Also known as 'Mary Beth', her approach to life was reserved and private, observant and introspective, and gracefully tender. All the while, she knew how to have a good time. She had an uncanny ability to lift the weight of the world off of your shoulders and carry it with you. And elegantly handle the most difficult of situations.
When Mary put her mind to something there was no stopping her. She graduated high school early and finished college with a degree in Clothing, Textiles, and Design. Her talents span from tailoring and quilting, journalism and creative writing, photography and overall design. She was a wonderful stay-at-home mom and started a business with the love of her life, Jim.
She and her husband, Jim, have been together for 50 years. She loved him to pieces and they were best friends forever. Mary's pride and joy were her daughter, Katie, and extended with the birth of her granddaughter, Lana. You could see the twinkle in her eye and pure joy when spending time together.
Her will was strong and was present by her determination. Her conversations were carried with eloquence balanced with a matter-of-fact tone. And a sense of humor that could make you spontaneously laugh. Her natural beauty was demure and carried with grace. She will be missed by all.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edith Kooyumjian and William Gauger; brothers, Bill Gauger and Bob Gauger.
Visitation at Becker Ritter Funeral Home, 14075 W North Ave., Brookfield, WI 53005, on Friday, September 23, 2022, 4-6PM. Additional visitation at the Funeral Home on Saturday, September 24, 2022, 9:30-10:30AM. Funeral Service at 10:30AM. Memorial appreciated to the American Stroke Association.
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D'Anna Zimmer
September 21, 2022
May the memories grow closer and may God's peace and comfort surround the entire family during this difficult season.
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Luanne Schindler
September 19, 2022
Jim, Katie, and family, I was so sorry to read of Mary´s passing. She was such a beautiful, talented lady. I remember the lovely Christmas cards she made. She and I share a birthday, which I did not know. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Luanne
American Stroke Association
September 19, 2022
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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