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Mary Stapleton Obituary
STAPLETON, Mary Fran
Passed away after her two year battle with melanoma cancer on Friday, December 2nd at the age of 67 with all of her family at her side.
She is survived by her loving children, grand-children and great-grand-child; Christine Nash (Jay and Nikki), Theresa Stapleton (Robin (Lorraine), Vinney, Amanda and Tyler (twins), Samantha and Jack), Kelly Theonnes and Sarah Nash (Husband Ryan). Her FAMILY was her life.
Mary is also survived by her five brothers and one sister; Joe, Tom, Don, Jim, Larry and Susan Stapleton and their Families.
Mary Fran worked for 35 years as a nurse at Eastern State Hospital and remained close friends with many co-workers. She LOVED her Red Hat group and always looked forward to doing water aerobics' with her extended friends at OZ Fitness. Her Irish heritage and flair for hats allowed her much fun after retirement including a good game of Scrabble with friends at the senior center. The Pend Oreille River with grandchildren provided her a summer retreat that she longed for.
The Family would like to thank the Rockwood Clinic Doctors and Staff that were so caring to Mary over the years, especially Dr. Lund at the end, and of course the staff and volunteers from Hospice Of Spokane over these past few months. Outstanding!
Mary's memorial service will be on Friday, December 9th at 11 am at the Holy Cross Cemetery Chapel/Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers etc. please send any donations in the name of Mary Fran to Hospice Of Spokane, PO. Box 2215, Spokane, WA. 99201
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john ratliff
December 11, 2011
Johnny really loved Mary Fran the little he knew her. God's love to all. John Ratliff
Sisters of the Holy Names of Jesus and Mary
December 9, 2011
On behalf of our Sisters who taught Mary Fran at Holy Names Academy, Spokane, we offer our prayerful sympathy to all of her family and friends. Mary Fran's life has changed, not ended. May she be full of peace and joy - so much so, that her nearness brings those gifts to each of you.
Leo Spilker
December 9, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. I to worked with Fran for many, many, years at ESH and they will be unforgettable ones.
Pam Hafen
December 9, 2011
May our Father of ALL comfort be with you, precious family and friends. Know that He has Mary Fran in his loving arms.
Oh, the peace Mary Fran has. We are all blessed with the memories to sustain us.
Our love and prayers, Steve, Pam and Kevin Hafen
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Cat Stapleton
December 8, 2011
I already miss you aunt Mary, love you
Katie Conlon
December 8, 2011
Mary Fran was a wonderful lady and willl be dearly missed by all. The Conlon family sends their condolences to her many fanily members and friends.
Katie Conlon
December 8, 2011
Mary Fran and I shared a special bond, our daughter Kelly . I am eternally grateful to her . Kelly loved you so very much . May God bless and comfort you all . Marilyn Day
December 8, 2011
Very sorry to see Fran's passing. I worked with her and knew her for many years at ESH. She was a very sweet lady and always had a smile.God bless her family. Doug Furlott Newport Wa.
Jen Borrows
December 8, 2011
We are sorry for the families loss and express our condolences. Mary Fran thanks for your wonderful legacy of kindness, enthusiasm and love. May the family find comfort at this time. Love is eternal. Jennifer and Jean Borrows ( Kelly Theonnes Canadian Friends).
John Fontaine
December 8, 2011
Mary Fran, a gratifying and wholehearted person that I only start to know when her illness intervened. I regret missing the extended opertunity to work with and know her like all her friends and family members have expressed. I speak for Mary's ancestors in the State of Minnesota when I convey a deep sorrow for her passing. Thank you Mary Fran for all the goodwill you bestowed others.
theresa Stapleton
December 7, 2011
mom , I miss you soooooooo much. I feel you left too soon.I still need you mom.save a place for me.I will never forgot what you did for all of us.the best g-ma ever.
December 7, 2011
Mary Fran, thank you for always being there for others making us happy and helping us get through life. May you rest in peace. We miss you and will always love you! To my sis! Love Susie Bob and Jackie
December 7, 2011
We are sorry for the Stapleton family loss of Mary Fran. reinhard and Betty Dahm
December 7, 2011
We are sorry for the Stapleton family loss of Mary Fran. Reinhard and Betty Dahm
jane corbett
December 7, 2011
Fran, my hero. Always upbeat, positive and FUNNY! How I will miss you....
thomas stapleton
December 7, 2011
Thank You for being Granny Franny to all who have known you,your love had no bounds. You have made the entire STAPLETON family very proud God bless You.... Thomas &Judy
Jennifer Wigen
December 7, 2011
Rest peacefully and pain free, Aunt Mary!! Your wonderful spirit will live forever in our hearts!! Much love, Bill, Jen, Abbey, Josh and Matthew Wigen
Dianne Bruhn
December 7, 2011
Mary Fran was a lovely lady. To know her was to love her. She loved and cared for her children and grandchildren and had the patience of a Saint. Her fun with hats of all kinds was her trademark. She will be missed and never forgotten.
Scott and Michelle Stapleton
December 7, 2011
We love you Aunt Mary. We will miss you. Love Scott, Michelle, Wyatt and Brooke Stapleton
Mike Trudeau
December 7, 2011
Mary Fran was a great person who I knew most of my life. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother. We started our memories together at St. Charles and continued through our days on the Pend Oreille River. She will always be in my thoughts and prayers. My sincere condolences to all her family.
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