Peacefully but unexpectedly passed away on Saturday April 13th, 2024, in her 97th year, after being surrounded by her family at Lakeridge Health Oshawa.

Predeceased by her beloved husband of 57 years Steve in 2007.

Dear mother of Nancy Addington (Richard), Janet Sirko (Fabio Dal Grande) and Ron (Ann).

Lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Laura (Dave), David, Ashley, Brock, Ryan, Brooklyn.

Great grandchildren Chloe & Audre.

Mary was a proud and very accomplished gardener. She was an annual winner of awards from The City of Oshawa receiving the “Premier Garden of the Week” recognizing her multiple award winning gardens and to thank her for her contribution to the beautification of the City.

When it was time to move into an apartment Mary made the transition easily, enjoying her new found friends, the spectacular view and scenery throughout the seasons.

Mary treasured her family, her home, her garden and her friends. Mary remained very active her entire life. She was always cheery and always in an uplifted mood, brightening the day of everyone she saw, especially her precious friends. She was pleased she could walk at a pretty good pace down the hall of her residence, using her walker.

She enjoyed the greetings of "hello Mary" of her fellow residents. Mary enjoyed the company of her friends at dinner, regarding them fondly and described them as "her family".

Mary's children learned it was not that unusual for Mary and her friends to break out in laughter and song occasionally as they exchanged stories of their lives. When visiting Mary, she would let you know, it was time for you to leave by pleasantly saying, with a smile, "thank you for coming".

That was your cue to say goodbye. Special thanks to her personal support workers from Bayshore and Bloom for making her time there so special. Sincere appreciation to Lakeridge Health Oshawa Emergency and Palliative Teams for their kindness,compassion and care.

Funeral Services will be held in the Chapel of ARMSTRONG FUNERAL HOME, 124 King Street East on Saturday April 20th, at 11am. Followed by entombment at Resurrection Cemetery Mausoleum.

Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service from 10am to 11am.

Donations in memory of Mary can be made to the Multiple Sclerosis Society of Canada or the charity of your choice.

For online condolences please visit armstrongfh.ca .