Shawna and I grew up as best friends from kindergarten to the 8th grade. From 1981- 1987 , I practically lived at the Babcock castle. Mary was like my second mother. The Babcock’s were my second family.

During turbulent times in my own home, Mary was my guiding light, counsel, and protector. Those things meant so much more to me than most realize. It saved me.

Mary was a great example of wisdom, patience and humor, of which I carry with me everyday. Affectionately, she called me a “weirdo” and it stuck, with love.

Thank you, Mary, for including and accepting this “weirdo”. Also, taking the time to help and heal others.

And great love to Shawna, Jake and all the family. ❤️

Peace be with you.

Jake and family,

I am so sorry for your loss.

Chris (Raymond) Harms

I went from kindergarten to high school with Mary, she was a wonderful friend.

Jake, my deepest condolences to the friends and family of Mary. Always the optimist with a knowing smile and a twinkle in her eye, she was a loyal friend. My first memory with Mary was of riding tricycles on my gravel driveway when I was 4 years old, a challenging course that took determination. A bump in the road throughout life never got in her way. While time and distance separated us she was always in my thoughts. She will be deeply missed. Peace, love.

Jake I'm so so sorry about your loss. Mary was one special lady always had her smile on her face. Nicholas BBQ'S we're the best.Mary always made her favorite dish. They we're very lucky to have great fun neighbors.Thoughts and Prayers to you Jake and your Family.

Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. Mary was a kind and gentle soul. She always went out of her way to make others feel better, and I can't count the times she would check on me when I was caring for my mother. She loved her husband Jake, and her family....I know you are hurting without her. The world has lost a kind caring person. Mary will be very much missed.

I am so sorry for your loss of your mother Shona and your beloved wife Jake. I am sure you do not remember me but I met you when your sister Sharon first moved out to Pheasant Ridge apartments about 28 years ago. Shona was just a little girl. My thoughts and prayers are with you both and the rest of her families. She is now at peace.

I am so sorry for your loss. Sending hugs full of love and comfort to you all. I will miss Mary so much online. She has a heart of gold and such a joy to be around. She will remain in our hearts forever.

Please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of your beloved Mary. She was a wonderful woman and will be missed.

Pam & Del Kissinger

So sorry to hear of Mary's passing.

Mary was a wonderful kind lady we have known for many years.Our sincere sympathy goes out to our friend Jake and her entire family.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all.

Keep her memories close to your heart her spirit will forever be with you.

GOD BLESS

you will always be remembered for that smile you always seemed to have for life. trading of goodies. will miss your yummy fudge. that's for sure !

Our hearts and prayers go out to the family. Jake was Lee's martial arts instructor and Lee very much enjoyed it. I remember the first time I met Mary and Jake years ago through Lee and Mary will be missed! Lee just recently connected with Mary through FaceBook. We are moving back to Iowa and will need to stop by to see you, Jake!

Life will never be the same without you and that great smile you have always been someone I looked up to and admired I will miss you

Forever in our hearts, always in our thoughts. My aunt was an amazing woman. We miss you terribly and hope you knew how much you are loved.

Mary was a funny and fun loving special soul. She made me feel important and special. She never asked for anything and was always ready to chat and have a laugh. I will miss her funny posts on FB and her pictures. She loved her family and her heart was full of love for others. Her Jake was her heart.

I will see you again someday Mary and we can catch up over a cup of coffee.

xoxo

Liz

Mary You were the most wonderful Lunch Lady that the world has ever seen, You were an absalout blessing too be around, you are by far one of the most incredible kind hearted people ive ever met, We Love you so much and thankyou for absaloutly everything youve done for us. Ive been by your familys side through thick and thin n i promise you that i will be their whenever ...and i do mean whenever they need somebody, so that means through thick and thin I WILL BE THEIR because you and Pa and your family were their for me. you were like a second Grandma too me so i would like too finish with I Love you and may you forever find peace you beloved angel of a human being

We are so very sorry for you loss.

Many hugs to all of you.

We are very sorry for your loss. Hold onto & cherish the memories!!

Love y'all ♡♡

Even though I only knew Mary through Dogster and FB, I thought of her as a good friend. We both enjoyed funny chicken and coffee memes and jokes! She was not only funny, but a very sweet lady! She will be sorely missed! My condolences to all of her family.

We were FaceBook friends and never met in person but you will be sorely missed.

I am so sorry about Mary. I am so glad I was friends with her on Facebook. She was truly a sweet person.