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Mary Merrill Obituary

Mary Ann Merrill Mary Ann Merrill, 67, died of cancer on January 12, 2015. Mary enjoyed traveling to foreign countries. One of her favorite years was spent in Salzburg, Austria, while she was a student at University of Portland. After graduation, Mary was a French and German teacher, then decided to go back to school to become a dental hygienist. She worked in Olympia, Tacoma, and Gig Harbor. Mary was a gentle spirit who loved holidays, shopping, collecting things, going out to eat, and seeing movies. She was sharp with trivia. Mary was involved in many activities at St. Francis Cabrini Catholic Church. After her cancer diagnosis, Mary moved to Sequim to be close to family who could help her. She made lots of dear friends through her cancer support group, and had a wonderful last year. Mary was preceded in death by her father, and is survived by her mother, two brothers and their wives, a nephew and niece and their families. Special friends were Donnelle, Sherry, and Lysa. A celebration of Mary's life will be held on February 21, 2015 at 2:00 p.m., in the fellowship hall at Faith Lutheran Church, 384 W. Cedar St., Sequim. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to Volunteer Hospice of Clallam County, 540 E. 8th St., Port Angeles, WA 98362. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Lakewood, WA.

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Published by The Olympian on Feb. 15, 2015.

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March 11, 2015

Dear Merrill Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Mary's passing. She was a sweet personality who enjoyed visiting and sharing time with others.
Blessings to you all,
Jack & Margie Mautino

February 23, 2015

You will be missed. Rest in Peace, Mary.
Your Salzburg Family,
University of Portland 1966-67

Sheila Smith

February 21, 2015

I remember mary from high school at aquinas academy in Tacoma. She was a compassionate friend and a good student. Her smile seemed to come from deep within her.

Kren Prowd

February 17, 2015

I was part of that Salzburg Family of which Mary spoke. She was an integral part of that year abroad. We were fortunate to share stories of many fun adventures and pictures (such memories!)at a Salzburg Reunion together last June at the University of Portland. Rest in God's peace, Mary!!!

February 17, 2015

I send my sympathies to the friends and family. God promises that death is to be brought to nothing. 1 Corinthians 15:26

Donnell Tyler-Powell

February 16, 2015

How do you say good-bye to a friend of more than 60 yrs. You don't; you just carry them in your heart forever.I just loved our movies and lunch together.I always knew I was home when I was with Mary, no matter where I lived or how long I was gone we just picked up where we and left off.She was the sister I never had.I can't imagine her not being here anymore.

La Casa Maria

Lysa Bassett

February 15, 2015

I first met Mary in 1974 when I was about six. She went to Dental Hygiene school with my mom, Sherry McKinney. Although two people could not be more different they were very close friends and did so much together. From white-water rafting, traveling to Mexico, going to plays and loving life. Mary was always so nice to me and in the past five years or so we became quite close. She went from being who I referred to as "My Mom's friend" to my friend and I loved her very much. She was a very special soul. Never a harsh word, never complained, never asked for anything. I am so grateful for her friendship and will miss her for the rest of my life.

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