Mary Siemer
Jerseyville - Mary (Hoefert) Siemer, 57, died Saturday, May 29, 2021 at her residence after a valiant battle with Glioblastoma Multiforme.
She was born in Alton, Illinois, on Oct. 26, 1963, and was one of seven children born to the late Harold and Sally (Kennedy) Hoefert.
She graduated in 1981 from Marquette Catholic High School in Alton and soon began working as a secretary for Scheffel & Company in Alton and for May Centers in St. Louis, Missouri.
She then decided to return to school, where she earned her BS in Education from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville and later her Masters in Education from Rockford University.
She began her teaching career at LeClaire in Edwarsdville, then to Lovejoy in Alton, before accepting a position with the Jersey Community Unit School District #100, where she has lovingly served for the last 16 years as a kindergarten teacher at West Elementary.
She served on the District 100 Foundation Committee, JCEA Scholarship Committee, and was a member of Holy Ghost Catholic Church, Westlake Country Club, West Faculty & PTO, and thoroughly enjoyed her participation with the Gopher Floats, Thirsty Thursday Ladies and as a Tonsor Bus Rider.
She married Robert H. Siemer on Feb. 19, 1988 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Alton, and together they have been blessed with 33 wonderful years, and three amazing daughters.
Surviving are her husband, Bob Siemer of Jerseyville; her three daughters and sons-in-law, Hannah and Eric Bradarich of Chicago, Illinois, Sarah and Chuck Frese of Nashville, Tennessee, and Audrey Siemer of Chicago; four sisters and brothers-in-law, Susan and Steve Henderson, Cathy and Rick Foelsch, and Connie and Matt Holden all of Godfrey, Illinois, and Joanne "Bugsy" and Chris Wickenhauser of Ft. Lauderdale, Florida; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Phil and Kathy Hoefert of Godfrey and Mark and Dena Hoefert of Kansas City, Missouri.
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday at Crawford Funeral Home in Jerseyville, Illinois.
A Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 a.m. Friday at Holy Ghost Catholic Church in Jerseyville, with Father Hyland Smith officiating.
Mary loved bright and colorful clothing, so the family requests that anyone attending either the visitation or Mass to please wear clothes that resemble Mary's spirit for life! Please leave your black and navy in the closet.
She will be laid to rest in Oak Grove Cemetery in Jerseyville.
Memorials may be given to West Elementary Parent Teacher Organization.
Bob and the girls would like to thank everyone for their visits, support, prayers and love throughout this journey, and extend heartfelt appreciation to BJC Hospice for all the comfort and care they provided.
Memories may be shared at www.crawfordfunerals.com.

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Published by The Telegraph on Jun. 1, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Mary Siemer

9 Entries

Jane Bracht

June 4, 2021

To the family of Mary,
Memories of days past are vivid at times like this. Harold and Sally Hoefert were a grand couple. “ There are no more profound words that will ever fall upon our ears than Brain Tumor.” Especially a glio. What a painful journey your family has endured! My deepest sympathy and prayers to all of you! I embrace Phil, Susie, Cathy, and Connie whom I remember so well.
May she LIGHT UP HEAVEN like she did EARTH!
Warmest regards ,
Jane Edelen Bracht

June 2, 2021

Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Sincerely, Charlie and Beth Heintz

Shannon Sondker

June 2, 2021

I am so incredibly sorry. Mary Jane was one of the absolute sweetest people that I have known. My love, sympathy and prayers for all of the Siemers and Hoeferts.

Rachel Martin

June 2, 2021

Mary was such a special friend to my daughter Heather and God-Mother to my granddaughter Elizabeth. I enjoyed knowing her and am grateful for the love and friendship she shared with our family. Heartfelt sympathy to all of Mary's family and friends.

Jay Lavick

June 2, 2021

Mary Jane was my 1st girlfriend Freshman year at Marquette, and no doubt the best person that I have ever met. Mary Jane was loved by all, always had a smile on her face. I never saw her in a bad mood, a truly extraordinary person and personality, RIP MJ, and my condolences to Henry, Audrey, Sarah, Hannah & family.

Michelle M Peters

June 1, 2021

Mary was one of the best teachers I have ever met. I was so thankful that she was able to teach both by children, Huckleberry and Cecilia. Both have so many great memories of her and love and miss her so much! She has definitely made a lasting impact on our family and my children. Watch over your family, friends and students. So many will miss you!
Michelle Peters

Michelle M Peters

June 1, 2021

Mary was one of the best teachers I have ever meant! I'm so very thankful that she was able to teach both of my children, Huckleberry and Cecilia. They both loved her so much and they will always remember her! Fly high Mrs. Seimer and watch over all your family, friends and students! You were loved by many!
Michelle Peters

Mary Eckhouse

June 1, 2021

Sorry to hear of her passing. I have know the Hoefert family ever since my Dad managed Hoefert Dodge. They are a beautiful fun loving group. I will be out of town so will not be able to attend but please know the entire Seimer and Hoefert family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Eckhouse

Cindy Barnett

June 1, 2021

Bless Mary's entire family. I am so sorry that the world has lost this very sweet soul. I hope the memory of her wonderful smile may offer some peace to all her loved ones during this sorrowful time. Love to all.

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