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MaryAnn Youngren Obituary
August 17, 1940 - October 22, 2025
MaryAnn Youngren, of North Platte, passed away at Great Plains Health on Oct. 22, 2025, at the age of 85.
She was born to Frank and Ethel (Halligan) McKain and the sister of Tom, Susan, and Rick, on Aug. 17, 1940, in North Platte.
MaryAnn graduated with the class of 1958 from North Platte High School. A year later, on April 4, 1959, she was united in marriage to Marshall Youngren in North Platte, where they made their home and raised their children, Gregory Marshall and Marci Dawn. MaryAnn utilized her trade school education and worked as a beautician in Denver before putting her talents to work as a skilled florist. The Wood'n Doll was a gift and porcelain doll store that she owned and operated for over 25 years. Among the many talents that MaryAnn was gifted with, being an incredible seamstress was included. She was a longtime and faithful member of the First Presbyterian Church in North Platte and heavily involved in P.E.O. MaryAnn had a group of close girlfriends that called themselves "the Floozies," that she held very near and dear to her heart.
MaryAnn was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Ethel; and husband, Marshall.
Those remaining in MaryAnn's immediate family include her children, Gregory Youngren of Bertrand and Marci Youngren of North Platte; brothers, Dr. Tom (Jim) McKain of Washington, D.C., and Rick (Sue) McKain of North Platte; her sister, Susan (Neal) Hoff of Hastings; three grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and other family and friends.
Online expressions of sympathy may be shared at carpentermemorial.com. Memorials are encouraged to the Mid-Nebraska Community Foundation: midnebraskafoundation.org, 121 North Dewey Street, Suite 112, PO Box 1321, North Platte, NE 69101.
Funeral service is at 11 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, at the First Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Emily McCreery as officiant. Burial follows at Fort McPherson National Cemetery, near Maxwell. Visitation is from noon to 7 p.m., with family present to greet friends from 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 29, at Carpenter Memorial Chapel, which is entrusted with arrangements.
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Elizabeth & Rex Freeman
October 30, 2025
So sad that I could not make it, but I watched it online and it was a beautiful service for a beautiful soul! You are, each one of you, are in our prayers. We grieve with you, but rejoice with Mary Ann. She is home, with no more, pain, sorrow , death. Love you all!
Marilyn Johnson
October 29, 2025
Tom, Susan, and Rick, We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Marvin & Barb Neth and families; Marilyn and Gregg Johnson and families.
Mark Hassell
October 27, 2025
Good by Cousin. RIP and walk with God. Your mission on earth is complete..
Betty Jane Allison
October 26, 2025
Such a talented lady and friend. She repaired my sisters dolls. She had a wonderful shop downtown for many yearsRIP
Ron and Pam McKain
October 26, 2025
Tom, Susan, Rick, So sorry to hear about Mary Ann.
Peggy Cohen
October 26, 2025
May you rest in peace❤
Mary Ann Ann Sieman Strasheim
October 25, 2025
I have know Mary Ann since kindergarten in Washington School and in Junior and Senior High we were the 'Name Twins', often dating boys with the same name. We always had fun together at our many slumber parties and I always felt welcome in her home with her wonderful family. We were together last month at our Class of 58' Birthday Party as we all turned 85. It was so good to see her and we had a good visit. She was a dear friend.
Maxine Coyle
October 25, 2025
My prayers are with you. You and Marshall are united once again and forever. We had so many good times and you both will be in my heart always. Will miss our long phone updates. Your journey is over and you can rest in peace.
Maxine ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Jo Ann Pappas
October 24, 2025
I have known Mary Ann since we were 3 years old in Sunday School. So many good memories over the years. She will be missed.
Sherrie (Johnston) Anton
October 24, 2025
I loved Mary Ann and her family. My mother was her first cousin. I was the flower girl at Mary Ann and Marshall’s wedding. Will miss you Mary Ann. ❤
Sherri Winemiller
October 24, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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