Mary Louise Nuss

Mary Louise Nuss was ushered into the arms of Jesus on August 12,2025 at home, surrounded by the love of her family.

Mary was born on April 23, 1941, to Ralph Pottorff and Gwendolyn Smith. She was later blessed with a bonus father, Earl Smith.

On August 26th, 1960, Mary married the love of her life, Galen Nuss, at First Baptist Church in Haysville, Kansas. Together they built a life centered on faith and family, raising two children: Daughter, Brenda Eagle and Son, Rick Nuss

Mary's greatest priority was her family. She loved her Lord and Savior and had a deep passion for studying His Word and being active in her church.

Mary was an avid reader, loved the lake, traveling, and opening her home and campsite to her kid's friends. She always thought time with loved ones was the best investment. Mary had a fondness for horses and farm life until Galen's work required the family to be within the city limits.

A self-taught and multi-talented crafter, Mary decorated beautiful cakes, oil painted, tole painted, sewed, quilted, and created a variety of home décor. She sold her creations at craft shows and in her own shop for several years.

Survivors include her daughter, Brenda Eagle and husband David of Wellington, KS; son, Rick Nuss of Wellington, Kansas; granddaughter, Amanda Weis, her husband Tyler and their children, Brooklyn and Rylee all of Mayfield, KS; grandson, David Lee Eagle, his wife Brandy and their children, Darius, Skylar, and Alex of Wichita, KS; grandson, Justin Eagle and his children, Austin and Wyette of Wellington, KS; four great-great-grandchildren; sister, Joyce Jackson of Haysville, KS; brother, Carl Smith and wife Linda of Haysville, KS, and a large extended family including nieces and nephews.

Mary was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Galen Nuss; father, Ralph Pottorff who gave his life serving his country; her bonus father, Earl Smith; mother, Gwendolyn Smith; brother, Bill Smith; and brother-in-law, Don Jackson.

Her life was a testament to faith, loyalty, and love! Her influence will be felt for generations to come.

Memorial services for Mary will be held at 10:30 a.m., Saturday, August 23, 2025 in the chapel of Cornejo Funeral Home, 1030 Mission Road, Wellington, KS.

Memorial contributions can be given in her name to the Wellington Public Library Children's Department, 121 West 7th Street, Wellington, KS 67152 or to her church, Glenville Church, 4604 South Seneca, Wichita, KS 67217. Contributions can be mailed or left with the funeral home.

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Arrangements by Cornejo Funeral Home + Crematory, Wellington, KS.