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MARY WADDING Obituary

MARY MCNEEL WADDING Born: March 10, 1931, Burlington, Wisconsin Entered Eternal Life: May 21, 2012, Riverside, California Mary spent her childhood and young adult years in Wisconsin creating friendships that lasted a lifetime. She will always be known as a consummate Green Bay Packer fan. Mary moved to Riverside to take a teaching position with RUSD. She soon found the loves of her life, Richard and Riverside. Mary's passions included her family, her faith, her friends, an enthusiastic love of life and her commitment to her community. Over the years, Mary was involved in Girl Scouts, Assistance League, Riverside Panhellenic Association, Friends of the Mission Inn and the Riverside Optimist Club. Mary and Dick were married for 47 years. Mary is preceded in death by her husband Richard and her brother Arthur E. Hrobsky. Mary is survived by her daughters: Mary Beth Wadding (Margie Haupt), Kathleen Whisman (John), Amy McLeod (Mark) and Eileen Labelle (Mike) and grandchildren: Madison, Laird, Murdoch, Cassidy, Quinn, Hannah, Gabrielle and Jessica. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the RCCD - Richard S. Wadding and Mary M. Wadding Memorial Endowed Nursing Scholarship, 4800 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92506-9982 A special thank you to Jenni from Companion Hospice, for her compassionate care. Memorial Mass will be held on June 1 at 2 p.m. at St. Francis de Sales in Riverside. Burial will be private. Preston and Simons Mortuary, Funeral Directors (951) 683-7410

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Published by The Press-Enterprise on May 27, 2012.

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Yolanda Harvey (Weaver)

June 6, 2012

Although it's been 35/40 years since I last saw your mom, I remember her as our Girl Scout 'leader', she taught me how to make popcorn balls. I send the prayers of my family to yours. May your mom rest in peace.

Lynne (Miss Lynne) Vazquez

June 4, 2012

Mary Beth - Your Mom was always a bright spot in my day when she came to pick up Hannah. She was a strong woman with a witty sense of humor! I know she will be missed.

Michelle Bobby

June 3, 2012

Mary was a very special lady. She would always light up the salon when she came in. I'm very blessed to have had Mary in my life. I will miss her laughter, her smile and her fiestyness. God be with you.

Louise Valencia

June 2, 2012

What a special person Mrs wadding was. She was my children's teacher and they remember her fondly. She made them smile with her zest for life. Our condolences to the family!

Joan & Chuck Gonzalez

May 31, 2012

What a special, special lady!! Mary was our son's 3rd grade teacher at St. Catherine's but she remained interested in Tony and what he was doing for years and years. We would often run into her at mass or Stater Bros and she would always ask about him. She always said Tony was one of her favorites but I'm sure she said that to all the parents! She was genuinely interested in and caring of all her students. We have such fond memories of her. Prayers and blessings to all her family.

Cathy Herring Welborn

May 30, 2012

Your mom was a very special lady. I enjoyed her company and looked forward to events at my aunt and uncle's house because she and your dad were usually there. I know you will have wonderful memories of your years with her.

Daniel Mensinger

May 28, 2012

So sorry to hear of Mary's passing. Good friend of our family for many years. One of the few who understood our love of sports.

valerie tornow

May 28, 2012

I remember her all so well...she had a laugh that was memorable. I was friends with all her daughters growing up! She was a special lady and will be missed! I always ran into her when I worked at Trader Joe's and she always remembered me!!! May Gods loving arms be with the family at this time.

May 28, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Wadding family. I only met Mary a few times, but her smile was always contagious!
Betty De Santis (Banning, CA)

Elyse Shafer

May 27, 2012

Mary had a wonderful zest for life. She was a great colleague and teacher. Long after teaching our kids she would take the time to find out how they were doing. Everyone loved the "Cheesehead" but that was just one part of this neat Lady...Mary, you will truly be missed.

Sadie & Randy Wood

May 27, 2012

What a gal she was! Our heartfelt sympathy to her family and close friends. You couldn't forget her if you wanted to. She was a hard working much loved, respected, and great teacher. She made the world a lot more fun and memorable. Very sorry for the loss as she will be so missed.
It was a joy to know her and we are very grateful she was our kids 3rd grade teacher. They loved her for sharing her life stories growing up in Wisconsin. She wore a cheesehead to school when the Packers were playing! Lord knows they have many other things to remember about her.
Our loss but Heaven's gain. You know they are glad to have her.

Lorrie Cadena

May 27, 2012

To the family of Mrs. Wadding: We will always remember her with love and gratitude. She was my oldest son Corey's, 3rd grade teacher at St. Catherine's. She was a great teacher, especially in reanding, kind and compassionate and cared greatly for all her students. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Sincerely, Lorrie Cadena

Debbie Kohrell-Grantham

May 27, 2012

My sincere sympathy and condolences to the family of Mary Wadding. I knew her as "Miss Mary" my kindergarten teacher in 1959 at Highland Elementary School in Riverside. She will remain as one of my favorite teachers. I'm sure she will be missed by all who knew her.

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