Mary Ellen Capper

Mary Ellen Capper

Mary Capper Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Calvary Catholic Cemetery & Funeral Center on Sep. 19, 2025.
Mary Ellen Capper, age 86, of Grass Valey, Ca, passed away on May 12, 2025. She was a loving wife, mother, daughter, and friend. Mary Ellen (McFadden) Capper is survived by daughter Laura (David Blum), son James Capper, daughter Elizabeth Cavanaugh, grandchildren, Jaclyn Bouey, Jessica (Kyle Turner), Jared Capper, Austin Capper, Christopher Whitehead, Shane Cavanaugh (Sarah), Cole Cavanaugh, and a great grandchild Jane Bouey. She was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and four of her siblings.

Mary proudly served as a bookkeeper/secretary for the Sacramento Metro Fire District.

In her free time, Mary Ellen enjoyed playing golf, bridge, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. She was a member of the St. Patrick Catholic Church in Grass Valley..

A funeral service will be held at Calvary Cemetery and Funeral Center on Thursday, June 19 at 11:00 a.m., followed by internment at Calvary Cemetery at Noon. 7100 Verner Ave., Citrus Heights, CA 95621

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Alzheimer's Association in memory of Mary Ellen Capper. Click on the logo.

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Calvary Catholic Cemetery & Funeral Center

7101 Verner Avenue, Citrus Heights, CA 95621

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