Happy Heavenly Birthday, Mom!!
I know a big Italian celebration is happening up in heaven today - hope the kitchen is big enough for all the cooking that I know is going on!!
We miss you everyday and love you even more!



Nonna,
Thank you for showing me a strong and bonded family with a strong willed matriarch. Thank you for also making it possible for me to have some of my best friends in life (my cousins). I will miss our one on one talks at the table while helping you prep. I’ll miss your bright eyeshadow and your laugh. And most of all I’ll miss you telling my dad “will you leave her alone” when I took more than 2 of your stuffed shells. Thank you for showing me love and support all these years and always asking me how I was doing. Thank you for hyping me up when I felt down, I will miss you forever.

-Scarlett 

Dear Mom, 
Time flies. You're gone too soon. When I met you and Dad, you took Cal and his roommates, friends and me out for dinner at Houlihan's at the old French Market near The Ohio State University in Columbus ~1988-89. I was surprised, first of all, that you two so graciously treated such a big group to dinner at a "real" restaurant, but more so that you'd let me, 18 years old, have an alcoholic drink called The Blue Whale simply because I saw another patron with it and I just really wanted the big plastic whale that came stuck down in the glass. That set the tone for the next 30+ years: hosting a good meal, being entertaining, and pleasing people! 

I've enjoyed the talks; Ocean City, Williamsburg, Ohio; watching you grandparent our kids; learning a thing or two about cooking for an army; how to look at some issues with a new perspective; and seeing your loyalty to family, letting them know your door was always open. I loved seeing grandkids join you in your room to watch TV or talk. I'll miss your laugh; hearing "PIICCC!"; anise cookies and wedding soup; and seeing you sit at your kitchen chair preparing notes for Fellowship, catering or just family dinners. 

Everyone talks about your cooking and catering, but that was just one talent. Pulling back and seeing the bigger picture, you had other sides to you, from PTA to scouts to charity worker to doctor's assistant  and a fun cousin and in-law! You teamed up with Dad to lead, manage  and set an example of what could be done.  

I will treasure memories but also have treasures you gifted me I will pass on: your original wedding band, gems from Mary Renzi, jade from Native Americans on your trip out west, your opal ring from your dad since we share October birthdays -- but most of all a few great pieces of advice. 

You once told me about old girlfriends or their moms calling you to ask for your help when Cal broke up with them. Ha! Now, I'll be the one calling on you -- to intercede for us all. XO  Love,  Ann

I am so sorry to know that Mary Lou has passed away but I was so fortunate to have known her, during my high school years. She was so open hearted and welcoming. I wasn’t able to be there for the service but watched it online. Cal did such a nice job describing what a wonderful person Mary Lou was. So kind and caring towards all who knew her. One of a kind. She will be sorely missed. 

I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Mary Lou. She meant the world to me & my Dad. I have so many fond memories of her amazing parties, pool days & sleepovers with all of the kids. My heart is broken for the entire family & all that loved her. 

My deepest condolences & all of my love, 
Julie

Pic and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Mary Lou's passing, surely she is in a heaven, she was such a sweet and loving person.  I will always remember her from family gatherings, cooking (but of course) such great food and laughing and talking with everyone.  I am sorry I can not attend the viewing to pass my condolences along to everyone.
May Mary Lou now rest in peace with the angels.

Love to All,
Cousin Michael & Family   

Dear Pic and family,  

So sorry to learn of Marylou’s passing.  The loss of a spouse —and best friend — has its own special grief.  

She was a sweet lady with a kind word for everyone who crossed her path. I specifically remember when my late husband, Earl Jefferson, worked with her at her catering business.  He thoroughly enjoyed it. Such wonderful stories! 

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Much love to you all.

Claire Eaton Jefferson


So sorry to hear of Mary Lou’s passing. She was the most generous, welcoming, sweet lady. She had a great smile, and smiling eyes, always. My condolences to her family. May she Rest In Peace.

We are so sorry to hear of Mary Lou's passing. We have many great memories with Mary Lou, Calvin and all the family. Our prayers are with Mary Lou and the entire family, she was a wonderful woman.

Wishing you and your family peace and comfort during this difficult time.       Sincerely, Carolyn

Dear Calvin,    My sincere condolences to you and to the family. I was saddened to hear that the Lord had called Mary Lou home so soon. I would have liked very much to have spent a few hours with her a few more times. 
Each time that Marina and I came down to visit you,  she went out of her way to make us feel at home, as if she’d known us since forever.  I really wish we could have made the trip more frequently. 
We will be praying fervently for her,  and for each of you, during this difficult period and for many days to come.

Leo and I and the whole Wilkins' family are so saddened and devastated over Mary Lou's death.  She was such a dear and wonderful member of our family.  She was so kind, caring and thoughtful--she couldn't do enough for you.  She loved to make people happy.   And we loved to be around her!  I'm so glad we were able to be present at St. Joseph's Church when the Bishop honored her and Pic for all the work and cooking they did for the Church, but also for the many times they cooked for the poor!  We loved her so much, and we are missing her terribly, but we are thankful to God our daughter Ann Marie married her son Calvin and we were able to know her for 24+ years.  God bless her, and Pic, Calvin, Noelle, Anna and Judy.  Love, Leo and Cathy and family.


Our sincere condolences.
A friend of Joyce and Bud Adams.


Dear Calvin and Family, 
We send you our heartfelt sympathy and hugs on the passing of Marylou.  She did so much for the people of St. Joseph parish and beyond. Your day was always better if it included seeing Marylou. Rest in Peace our friend.
God Bless you.
Philippe and Sherry

OBITUARY

Mary Lou Jefferson

October 9, 1936 – August 5, 2020

Lemmon Funeral Home of Dulaney Valley Inc.

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