Mary Ann’s story began on May 11, 1941, in East St. Louis, Illinois and concluded with her story ending, peacefully at the age of 83 on June 26, 2024, in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Mary Ann was a wonderfully devoted, caring, and loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. In fact, she had yet to meet a stranger. If you were lucky enough to cross paths with her, you’d know how giving and compassionate her actions were. Her giving nature was a direct result of her upbringing.
Mary Ann spent her childhood in the rural farmlands of Illinois, often spending time in the surrounding areas of Millstadt, Hecker, Red Bud, and Waterloo. Whenever you were with her, she would always recall fond memories of her time on the farm, often sharing various stories of the many experiences she encountered and lessons she learned. A lot of times she would talk about all the farm hands and drifters that would either work on the farm or stop by in search of food and a safe place to sit for a while; and how they would never leave hungry or wanting. A virtue passed on to Mary Ann from her mother Francis.
Mary Ann also had an amazingly witty sense of humor and left behind laughter and fond memories to those she knew. She had a very playful heart and loved to live life to the fullest.
While living in Illinois, Mary Ann met her husband, Bob. They had a short but telling courtship. They were married on September 19, 1964, and this year would have been their 60th wedding anniversary. Through their years together, they have lived in many places. She would often recall their time living in Germany when Bob was stationed there while in the Army.
In the early seventies, Mary Ann and Bob moved their family to Colorado Springs, where they eventually set down roots. Each working several jobs to ensure their growing family was fully supported.
Mary Ann’s family was her heart and joy. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter and tons of unforgettable memories. She was preceded in death by her mom and dad, Francis and Leland Hobbs; brothers, Charles “Butch” Hobbs and Joseph “Joey” Hobbs, and son, Timothy Pudder.
Mary Ann was truly one of a kind and will be missed by her family. She is survived by her husband, Robert “Bob” Pudder and son Carson Pudder (Reina). Her four grandchildren, Lexi Pudder (Mike Head), Garek Pudder (Beverly), Beverly Pudder (Andrew Lanning), and Audrey Pudder (Issac Entrekin). Her four great-grandchildren, Arley, Lucas, Susannah, and Luella. Her sister, Mary Margaret Pietrzak and aunt, Wilma Fischer, along with countless other nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Mary Ann’s life will be remembered and celebrated with a 10:00 AM Rosary and 10:30 AM Funeral Mass on Friday, July 12, 2024, at St. Dominic Catholic Church located at 5354 US-85, Colorado Springs, CO 80911.
In lieu of flowers, please consider giving to 1) St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or 2) the American Cancer Society, links below. You may also honor Mary Ann Pudder’s memory by sharing a joke, a smile, or an act of kindness. Life is short, let us make sure to enjoy it.
Rest in peace dear Mom, AKA Mommasita, we love and miss you so much!
Special thanks goes out to Advanced Home Health and Hospice for all of the great care you provided our family throughout this journey.
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