Mara and my family were neighbors in Bloomindale Acres. As children we played together. She had a nickname of Little White Dove, and my older brother was Running Bear, childhood crushes....so many good memories of running and playing as children do. We reconnected thru a Pinecrest Web page and shared a few laughs of Pinecrest, and the good old days....she was such a lively person and I am sorry for not realizing she had left us....I cherish everyone of those memories

I was deeply saddened to recently learn of Mara’s passing. This wasn’t her first battle with cancer and I felt sure she would overcome this like she always did in the past, through faith, determination and a positive attitude. I have no doubt that she tackled this latest bout in the same manner however the Lord apparently needed her elsewhere. 

I met Mara in the mid seventies. We became friends and have remained so throughout the years. I can honestly say that I’ve never met a kinder, more compassionate and loving friend. She had a beautiful smile, glow and spirit about her which I will never forget.

For Duffy and Staci please accept my belated condolence on the passing of your wife and or mother.

 Oh heart, if one should say to you that the soul perishes like the body, answer that the flower withers, but the seed remains. 

Always loved, never forgotten.


I am so sorry for your loss.  I met Mara in conjunction with Duffy’s MHS reunions here in Florida.  I liked her immediately and we had good conversation .  Please know as you navigate your grief, smiles will return as you share memories of Mara with loved ones and friends.  Be at Peace.. 
Judith Hughes

Mara,
  The first time we meet I knew I loved you. Kathleen and Lee talked about you their family and how glad they were when   you came to visit. Thru the years we have had to endure the loss of loved ones.
   We have kept you in our hearts and prayers. Now Mara you go and see ours loved one. Tell them we love and miss them so much. Look for us for we are coming in the Lord time. 
                                     The Family of Kathleen Ellis.

I meet Mara about 5 years ago.  I knew the first time we spoke that I was meeting a person I would be friends with forever. Mara has the kindest heart of anyone I know. Her love for life, Duffy & her family was never far from our conversations.  She is a fighter for sure. This is a terrible loss for everyone. But without a doubt I am confident she is looking down on us with a huge smile. And I personally will smile back up at her. 

Hello my name is Nikki. I work at Cancer Specialist & I had the pleasure of getting to know Mrs. Ovens & she was such a sweet, loving, caring person & she will truly be missed. I am so sorry for your loss. She will always hold a special place in my heart!

Staci and Duffy, Brendon and I are always here for you both. We are praying for peace and comfort. Sweet Mama Mara has been a lifelong inspiration to me. She has shown me the true meaning of strength, courage, determination, success, and unconditional love. Always in my heart and on my mind. I love you. 

Staci, I am thinking of you and your family, and I pray that God provides peace for you all as you go through this together.  I hope the memories of your mom bring many smiles in the moments you need them most.

Rich Gore

OBITUARY

Mara Joann Ovens

20 June, 1949 – 13 November, 2022

Hardage-Giddens Oaklawn Chapel & Oaklawn Cemetery

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