Bakersfield, CA passed away on May 30, 2015 surrounded by her family.
Beloved wife for 45 years of Robert Howell and loving daughter of John
and Mary (nee Martin) Clark; beloved mother of Faith (Richard) Ashley
and Luke (Monique) Howell; loving grandmother of Autumn Ashley, Ricky
Ashley, Kayla Howell and Patrick Howell; dear sister of Susan Perko,
Eileen Geddes, Tim Clark, John Clark, Patrick Clark; dear aunt, cousin
and friend to many.
Mary was born in Whittier CA. She was proud of her profession and
respected by her colleagues as a Middle School English teacher in
Bakersfield CA. Mary inspired her students to be the best they could be
and encouraged those around her to live life extraordinarily. She and
Robert moved to Imperial MO in the last year to be nearer to children and
grandchildren.
Mary's family celebrated her life privately. Family and friends are
invited to share memories and condolences at
www.heiligtagfuneralhome.com
