Age 98. Called home to her eternal reward on October 21, 2022; Daughter of the late Hugh and Ida Ferris; beloved wife of the late Edward; dear mother of Gary (Susan), Tom (Joan), Don (Janet); grandmother of Jen (Tim) Fagan, Sarah (Drew) Lesinski, and Todd (Angie), Scott, Dan, Dave and Katie Metzger. Gigi to 13 beautiful great grandchildren. Dear sister of the late Hugh (surviving Charlene) Ferris, sister-in-law, aunt, cousin and friend to many.
Mary was a fantastic mother while balancing her role as the de-facto COO of a small commercial business. She was devoted to her Catholic faith and lived her faith by giving selflessly to her family and to all she met in her life. She loved our God and her family deeply and has instilled these values in each of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mary enjoyed spending time with her family and attending all of the activities that involved her family and grand/great grandchildren. She also enjoyed her Cardinals and outings with her friends. Mary was an accomplished musician and played the piano her entire life. Her piano playing brought countless hours of enjoyment to her family and all those that heard Mary “tickle the ivories”. She could play any song or music you requested but her most favorite song was the Ave Maria. Prior to her death, she requested that the Ave Maria be a reminder to say a prayer not only for her but also a prayer for God’s guidance in everything you and your family do throughout all the years of your life.
Services: Funeral from Kutis Affton Chapel 10151 Gravois Rd. 63123 on Friday, October 28 at 9:00 am. to St. John Paul II School Chapel (formerly St. Dominic Savio Church), 7748 Mackenzie Road, Affton, MO. for 9:30 am. Mass. Interment at J.B. National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to be made in Mary’s memory to the Carmelite Sisters, DCJ, 10341 Manchester Rd, Kirkwood, MO 63122. Visitation Thursday 6-8 pm.
Dear Ms Mary,
May God bless you and your family. You are all in my prayers. The jazz will be on, the beautiful grand piano in heaven awaits you!
Sincerely Carrie (carol)
Dear Ms Mary,
May God bless you and your family. You are all in my prayers. The jazz will be on, the beautiful grand piano in heaven awaits you!
Sincerely Carrie (carol)
So sorry for the lose of Aunt Mary. It was always great to see her at the luncheons and have missed her since she was unable to attend. I always admired her. She lived a long wonderful life and she and your dad (Ed) were an inspiration to me. Prayers to all of you. Janet
So sorry for the lose of Aunt Mary. It was always great to see her at the luncheons and have missed her since she was unable to attend. I always admired her. She lived a long wonderful life and she and your dad (Ed) were an inspiration to me. Prayers to all of you. Janet
Dear Ms Mary.
May God Bless You on this day! When I look at that beautiful Grand~I think of You! I tell people there once was this great little lady named Mary who loved music, played piano, and had a good ear for Jazz! You shared beautiful music with people in so many ways Mary.
Sincerely Carrie (carol)
Dear Ms Mary.
May God Bless You on this day! When I look at that beautiful Grand~I think of You! I tell people there once was this great little lady named Mary who loved music, played piano, and had a good ear for Jazz! You shared beautiful music with people in so many ways Mary.
Sincerely Carrie (carol)