Mary spent her vacation  with us almost every year for over 20 years to celebrate our anniversary, Shaun’s birthday, and Halloween.  She  always found joy and amazement in everything. She was one of the most thoughtful people I’ve ever known. Many years ago, she used coin wrappers to wrap birthday and Christmas coins for her grandson Benny to last through his 18th birthday. He’ll have those little reminders of Gramma Mary for many years to come when he opens those gifts.  I’m so thankful for Mary. Because of her, I am blessed with a wonderful husband and son. I’ll miss you MaryMom. You have your angel wings now.

Mom. Here you are looking like an angel even at age 4. You are so beautiful. Being your son has been such an amazing honor. You taught me so much about life, love, acceptance, forgiveness and patience. You have been an inspiration to me and to all that know you as “Mom”. We love your authentic, childlike wonder and excitement to new things and ideas! I learned my “make-do” attitude from you. I gained a thoughtful appreciation for the little things in life. I want to thank you for giving me a blessed life full of love and happiness. I will carry you always in my heart. I love you.

Mary was always very kind and sweet towards me. I remember her always having a smile on her face every time I was at my Aunt Gigi and Uncle Shaun’s house when she was visiting. I’m sending prayers and love to her family.

Fly free mom #3.  Thank you for being there for me when I either needed a friend or a mom.  I am very happy I got to know you again as an adult. 
Love and will miss you mom,
Your "other daughter" <3

Heaven gained the sweetest Angel of all. You will be missed Grandma by many . I will need to search for your pecan pie recipe and continue to make it . We share the same birthday and always enjoyed that together. Love you forever ❤️

Well I'm not sure where to start besides the fact that you are the only mom that I have ever known and my best friend. We have been through so much together but no matter what we always help each other get back up. I'm not sure who I'm going to call now when I need my motherly advice but I will definitely be talking to you from heaven. I know you are looking down on me and I know you will continue to guide me in the right direction. I'm not sure how I will adjust to life without you here on Earth but I know you're smiling down. Every time I see a dragonfly I will know it's you. I love you mom with all my heart and soul and I will be there with you someday and we will rejoice together. God bless you

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Mary Louise Grimes

September 23, 1942 – August 26, 2023

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