Mary Lou Sutter Obituary
Born on March 19, 1934, in Oskaloosa, KS, she was the daughter of the late Louis Tabbert and Florence Dick Tabbert. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Edward Sutter, two sisters and one brother.
For many years, she ran an antique store in Wake Forest, NC. She loved baking, thrifting, and spending time with family and friends.
She is survived by her daughters, Tami Maher (son-in-law Tom), Lisa Gallagher (son-in-law Frank) and; grandchildren Tommy Maher, Steven Maher, Nick Gallagher, and Colin Gallagher; brothers, Gene Tabbert and Don Tabbert, and sister in-law Ruth Fleigh.
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, January 30, 2026, at 3:00PM in the Brunswick Funeral Service Shallotte Chapel. Inurnment will follow later in Seven Lakes, NC.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in memory of Mary Lou Sutter to St. Jude's https://www.stjude.org/donate or 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff and volunteers at SECU Hospice Brunswick House for their comfort and caring support.
A service of Brunswick Funeral Service Shallotte, NC.
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Bobbie Boyle
January 7, 2026
Mary will be greatly missed by all who knew her she was such a flower and a positive supportive light sending prayers to the family.
Robyn Newkirk
January 7, 2026
May your mother's love continue to guide and comfort you always
Sheri
January 5, 2026
Where do I start.. Mary was one of a kind! She was so sweet, caring, loving, funny and spunky!! I always enjoyed the time I spent with her. I know how proud she was of her 4 grandsons, when she talked about them her face would light up the room! I know I will cherish all my memories with her. My love, hugs and prayers are with you all.
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Janelle Henley
January 4, 2026
Sharing some great family photos. Always appreciated her letters and keeping up on life with her. She shared lots of sister stuff about Bert and their family. And she always cared about what was going on with each of us. Loved her beautiful handwriting which was just like Bert´s. The great ones are unforgettable and their love stays with us always! I´m sure there was an amazing heavenly reunion with many. You will be missed, Aunt Mary!
Deb Ball
January 3, 2026
Aunt Mary was one of the best humans on the planet. Even though she lived far from her family, she visited often when I was young and I always looked forward to seeing her and Uncle Eddie, as well as my cousins, Tami and Lisa. She had a wicked sense of humor and never ran out of stories to tell. She was a great cook and I still make her Mystery Pecan Pie that she said was Uncle Eddie´s favorite. I have corresponded routinely with her and I will miss that connection. She loved her family and she loved life. She was open-minded and generous. She was strong and inspiring. I´ll miss her so very much.
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