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Mary Harlan Obituary
Mary Frances Harlan
December 22, 2021 - October 25, 2020
Mary grew up in Kelso on Crescent Drive where she played outdoors all day with her sisters and the neighbor kids, only to be called home to dinner at dark. She loved children, anything blue, and butterflies. She was the first of four girls born to Marion L. Harlan (d2013) and Suzanne M. (Mason) Harlan (d2017). Mary graduated from Kelso High School in 1972. She volunteered at the Thrift Shop at CAP and the 1414 Club among many other organizations. She had a servant's heart and enjoyed helping others. She exemplified this in her 32 years of AA. She loved all of her friends because of their sincerity, fellowship, and courage. Mary is survived by her daughter Melisa F. Graham of Oak Grove, Or. whom she was immensely proud of. Sisters, Deborah Burns (Boyd), S. Marie Job, Marilyn L. Brock (Bruce) all of Longview, Aunt, Fran Torres, 6 nieces and nephews, 8 great nieces and nephews, and many friends that continually gave her great joy. As Mary was reaching the end of her journey, many witnessed her unwavering faith, gracious kindness, and unique sense of humor. Mary offered to pray for anyone with great enthusiasm. If you were her friend, you were her family.
A celebration of life will be held at her church, Gloria Dei Lutheran 402 Crawford St. Kelso, WA at 11 am on Saturday August 21st. Pastor Elten Zerby officiating. A Picnic Luncheon will be served at her favorite place, Willow Grove Park directly after. All are welcome. Cards may be mailed to family at 3500 SE Concord Rd. #87 Oak Grove, Or.
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