What is your first memory of Mary? Share a favorite memory you have of Mary. Tell us about a special moment you shared with Mary. Describe a time when Mary made you laugh or smile. What is something you will always remember about Mary? Talk about a shared experience you had with Mary. What is something you did together that you enjoyed? Describe a place or activity that reminds you of Mary. Tell us about a personal story or anecdote involving Mary. What is something you learned from Mary?

Add a Memory

Send Flowers

Make a Donation

Share Obituary

1924 - 2010

Mary Staley

1924 - 2010

Obituary

Guest Book

BORN

1924

DIED

2010

Mary Staley Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 5, 2010.

Mary Jane Staley, age 86, of Overland Park, Kan., passed away August 3, 2010, at home. She was born April 2, 1924, in Kansas City, Mo., the eighth child of nine children of Charles and Thusnelda Quackenbush. On Jan. 27, 1945, she married Marvin Wilburn Staley of Kansas City. Marvin passed away in October 2008. Surviving are one son, Dr. Michael J. Staley and wife Jennifer of Overland Park; grandchildren, Joshua, Jessica and Samantha Staley; daughter, Miss Deborah Staley of Kansas City; daughter, Mrs. Sheryl Staley Modes and husband Richard of Hillsdale, Kan.; grandson, Nicholas Modes; sister, Betty Lou Basgall of Sacramento and many beloved nieces and nephews. Mary lived her entire life in the Kansas City area. She was well known for her sweetness, vivaciousness and beauty. During World War II, she constantly wrote to servicemen to boost their spirits. Her favorite pastime was to have coffee with her friends at McDonald's. Just going out to see family and friends was her most favorite thing in the world. She enjoyed bowling with her husband throughout their lives. She was a faithful member of Church of the Holy Cross in Overland Park and formerly participated in Perpetual Adoration. Mary lived at Freedom Pointe the past two years. She just loved her apartment there. The wonderful staff really kept her going after losing her husband. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Church of the Holy Cross, 8311 W. 93rd St., Overland Park, KS 66212. Visitation 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 6, at McGilley & Hoge Chapel, with Rosary being prayed at 7 p.m.. Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 7, at Church of the Holy Cross. Interment to follow at Mount St. Mary's Cemetery, Kansas City. Condolences at mcgilleyhogememorialchapel.com. McGilley & Hoge Chapel, 8024 Santa Fe Dr, Overland Park, KS 66204, 913-642-3565

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Mary Staley's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

Recent Activity

August 16, 2010

Mike Maddock posted to the memorial.

August 11, 2010

John Basgall posted to the memorial.

August 9, 2010

Someone posted to the memorial.

16 Entries

Mike Maddock

August 16, 2010

We were sorry that we were traveling and unable to attend your mothers services.
She was a wonderful person and she never knew a stranger. She and Marvin were always smiling when we would stop by the old house or see them at Bob Evans or McDonalds. We said a Rosery for her on the day we found out she had gone home and will keep her and Marvin in our prayers at Mass. I told Sheryl that there is a special place in Heaven for your sweet mother, as she was really wonderful!!

God bless you Deborah,Mike,Sheryl and your families. The Maddocks

John Basgall

August 11, 2010

Deborah, Mike and Sheryl,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
We all have such wonderful memories of your Mom.
Many fond memories of spending every Sunday and all the holidays as we were all growing up at grandma and grandpa's with your family and all of our cousins and aunts and uncles. Anytime I run across old photos, it always brings back a lot of memories. I last spoke with her this past year when I was at Mom and Dad's for one of their calls. She will live forever in all of our hearts. God Bless.

August 9, 2010

So sorry to hear about your Mom.My prayers are with you and your family. Kay Chamberlin

Noah Oberg

August 9, 2010

Dear Nick & Family,
Sorry about your loss - I heard you were very close to your grandma. My family and I are thinking about you all.

Noah & Family

How you can show support

Send flowers

Consider sending flowers.

Add photos

Share their life with photo memories.

Plant trees

Honor them by planting trees in their memory.

Follow this page

Get email updates whenever changes are made.

Donate in Memory

Make a donation in memory of your loved one.

Share this page

Invite other friends and family to visit the page.

Ron Eisenberg

August 6, 2010

Mike and Jennifer

Nick, Liam and I send our condolences on the passing of your mother and mother-in-law. Our prayers are with you at this time.May the lord keep her soul in peace.

Ron,Nick and Liam Eisenberg

Chad and Jodi Maynard

August 6, 2010

Sheryl, RIck and Nick thinking of all you during your time of loss. With Love and Blessings ~ The Maynard Family

Mary Lou Flagler

August 6, 2010

Deborah and Sheryl, so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

August 6, 2010

Mary was my second mom in our neighborhood in Kansas City. I will really miss her as I have wonderful memories growing up with Deborah, Michael, and Sheryl. God Bless you all, this is a difficult time. Mary will never be forgotten, and I will always have her in my heart.
Kathy Lindquist(Powers)

Christina/Chrstopher Ortiz

August 6, 2010

Deb,

We are sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. I fell in love with your parents on first sight. Our prayers go out to you and your family.

David Lindquist

August 6, 2010

Mary was just like another mother to all of us kids. She will be missed.

Shellie Cox

August 5, 2010

Deb, I'm so sorry to hear about you mom. You and your family are in my prayers. If you need to talk, I'm here.

Lisa Beatty

August 5, 2010

Mary, I will miss your bright and loving smile.

Deb, Mike & Sheryl, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary holding Deborah

Deborah Staley

August 5, 2010

Deborah and Mary

Deborah Staley

August 5, 2010

Scott & Nancy Golubski

August 5, 2010

We were sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I'm sure that you have many wonderful memories. I hope those will bring you some comfort in the next few weeks. Let us know if there is anything that we can do to help.

Deborah Staley

August 5, 2010

Mom, I miss you so much. Love, Deborah

Showing 1 - 16 of 16 results

Funeral Services Provided By

McGilley & Hoge Johnson County Memorial Chapel

8024 Santa Fe Drive, Overland Park, KS 66204