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In Loving Memory

Kohler, Mary Ann

When she was asked what she wanted to be when she grew up, my mom said “a mom.” So, the day Paul was born her wish had been granted, and she said, “It was wonderful.” Seven years later, Kevin entered the world, followed by Timmy. Each blessing was “wonderful.”

For more than 40 years, Tom and Mary Ann Kohler lived across the street from St. David’s Parish, ensuring the Catholic faith was a foundation in their sons’ upbringings. As a member of the community, she worked bingo nights, was the life of the Halloween costume parties, baked for funeral luncheons, volunteered at the church picnic, cleaned the church, and tried her best to be vigilant about keeping her eye on the sometimes disappearing baby Jesus in the Nativity. She always had a smile on her face and always made people laugh with her.

She loved to take care of people, especially kids. They made her laugh, and even more, she loved hearing them laugh. As a mother, she loved unconditionally. Her advice was straightforward, sometimes tough to hear, and always right. The greatest decision she made was to stay home throughout her sons’ childhoods, so she was present for every celebration, scrape and bruise, and sometimes heartache. And her words never failed her when she was proud of her sons’ successes.

Beyond her role as a mom, Mary Ann was a babysitter, oftentimes referred to as “Mommy Mary Ann” by the little ones tearing up her house. She was an aunt, godmother, and great aunt, who loved her nieces and nephews as her own. She followed her boys to Holy Child School as the greatest cook whose hot dog Tuesdays were unmatched. Every student knew and loved her, and she knew every one of them. She had a soft spot for the troublemakers because she saw herself in them.

Her greatest blessings were her six grandchildren–Lane, Lia, Lydia, Lindsay, Elliot, and Emmett.  She looked forward to spending time with them on Fridays, making lasting memories, and sharing her gifts with them. Watching Lane and Lia play soccer, baking with Lydia, talking back to Lindsay, sneaking sweets to Elliot, and hearing Emmett laugh brought her the greatest joy.

Countless people have been touched by the life and laughter of Mary Ann: family, best friends, co-workers, strangers at garage sales, and so many more. There are many lessons to be drawn from the experiences we shared with her, and some of the greatest lessons are still to be discovered.

In one of her journals, she had a poem from a “Dear Abby” newspaper clipping. It reads: “You can use most any measure/When you’re speaking of success./You can measure it in fancy home,/Expensive car or dress./But the measure of your real success/Is the one you cannot spend./It’s the way your kids describe you/When they’re talking to a friend.”

Mary Ann Kohler said she wanted to be a mom when she grew up. How blessed we are to call her our mom.

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126 thoughts on “Kohler, Mary Ann”

  1. That is just beautiful and every word so true. I will miss her smiling face and funny comments after Sunday Mass. My sympathy to her family.

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  2. That is just beautiful and every word so true. I will miss her smiling face and funny comments after Sunday Mass. My sympathy to her family.

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  3. Our condolences are with your family. I know how proud she was of all her sons. Being a mom was her pride and job. She will be deeply missed.
    Ken and Janie Ems

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  4. Our condolences are with your family. I know how proud she was of all her sons. Being a mom was her pride and job. She will be deeply missed.
    Ken and Janie Ems

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  5. Such a great lady! Will miss her sense of humor and sitting with her at 0830 mass! She always had something funny to share and her family was her life!

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  6. Such a great lady! Will miss her sense of humor and sitting with her at 0830 mass! She always had something funny to share and her family was her life!

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  7. Accept our deepest condolence over the passing of your Mary Ann. She was a beautiful woman with a loving heart and great personality.

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  8. Accept our deepest condolence over the passing of your Mary Ann. She was a beautiful woman with a loving heart and great personality.

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  9. This was such a beautiful tribute to her. We’re sending love and prayers to you all.

    The Vogelsang Family

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  10. This was such a beautiful tribute to her. We’re sending love and prayers to you all.

    The Vogelsang Family

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  11. This is a beautiful and loving tribute to Mary Ann. We will miss her kindness, sense of humor and wonderful personality. We ate keeping all of you in our prayers

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  12. This is a beautiful and loving tribute to Mary Ann. We will miss her kindness, sense of humor and wonderful personality. We ate keeping all of you in our prayers

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  13. Tom,
    Please accept our deepest condolences for the loss of your wife and mother of your 3 successful sons. We will keep you and family in our prayers as you go through this difficult time.

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  14. Tom,
    Please accept our deepest condolences for the loss of your wife and mother of your 3 successful sons. We will keep you and family in our prayers as you go through this difficult time.

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  15. Yes, that is a wonderful tribute. Maryann was helpful to everyone and stood fast on her beliefs. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.

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  16. Yes, that is a wonderful tribute. Maryann was helpful to everyone and stood fast on her beliefs. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.

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  17. We thank Mary Ann for loving all the kids at St. David and Holy Child School. There is a special place in heaven for those who are kind to the little ones. We will miss her quick wit and her heart of gold.

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  18. We thank Mary Ann for loving all the kids at St. David and Holy Child School. There is a special place in heaven for those who are kind to the little ones. We will miss her quick wit and her heart of gold.

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  19. I went to St. Augustine School with Mary Ann in the North City of St. Louis. We had great laughs, great memories & now I’ve gotten to know her much better from all the beautiful eulogies that I have read. We recently celebrated with our alum of St Augustine – all year reunion about 9 years ago. That was my last time to see her! I will remember her smile!
    Sincerely,
    Sandra Ballard Tricamo

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  20. I went to St. Augustine School with Mary Ann in the North City of St. Louis. We had great laughs, great memories & now I’ve gotten to know her much better from all the beautiful eulogies that I have read. We recently celebrated with our alum of St Augustine – all year reunion about 9 years ago. That was my last time to see her! I will remember her smile!
    Sincerely,
    Sandra Ballard Tricamo

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  21. Dear Family,

    My heart hurts for all of you! Aunt Mary Ann was truly the best of souls. She loved you all so much. Her life and heart were full as long as she had you. The world will not be the same without her. Good memories and many prayers as she flies high above and becomes the best guardian angels!

    Love you guys,

    Kim Kohler Bellville

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  22. Dear Family,

    My heart hurts for all of you! Aunt Mary Ann was truly the best of souls. She loved you all so much. Her life and heart were full as long as she had you. The world will not be the same without her. Good memories and many prayers as she flies high above and becomes the best guardian angels!

    Love you guys,

    Kim Kohler Bellville

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  23. MaryAnn will always be remembered in my memories of her. She was a beautiful, selfless mother and grandmother. They are all she ever talked about at family reunions, funerals, and Facebook. She hated for me to call her “aunt” because we really weren’t too far apart in age-7 years at best. I used to tease her about it, because I could. At reunions, we would laugh, joke, and catch up on our kids’ growth and education. Sometimes life gets in the way of being closer to a person, visiting, and such, but she will sadly be missed because she was always in my heart as my funny, youthful, loving Aunt MaryAnn.

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  24. MaryAnn will always be remembered in my memories of her. She was a beautiful, selfless mother and grandmother. They are all she ever talked about at family reunions, funerals, and Facebook. She hated for me to call her “aunt” because we really weren’t too far apart in age-7 years at best. I used to tease her about it, because I could. At reunions, we would laugh, joke, and catch up on our kids’ growth and education. Sometimes life gets in the way of being closer to a person, visiting, and such, but she will sadly be missed because she was always in my heart as my funny, youthful, loving Aunt MaryAnn.

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  25. Maryann was special. She always made us laugh when we all got together at Kathy Huchowski,s. We had a lot of good times. She loved her family. Prayers for all of her family. This was a beautiful tribute.

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  26. Maryann was special. She always made us laugh when we all got together at Kathy Huchowski,s. We had a lot of good times. She loved her family. Prayers for all of her family. This was a beautiful tribute.

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  27. Mary Ann your deep love of your Catholic faith, family and friends is what I think of when I think of you. Also you great sense of humor and easy laughter. You will be missed!
    Peace Love and eternal JOY surrounded you.
    Russ and etta Werkmeister

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  28. Mary Ann your deep love of your Catholic faith, family and friends is what I think of when I think of you. Also you great sense of humor and easy laughter. You will be missed!
    Peace Love and eternal JOY surrounded you.
    Russ and etta Werkmeister

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  29. My dear cousin MaryAnn. We grew up together at St. Augustine’s parish and grade school in north St. Louis. When I fell and cut my knee pretty bad it was MaryAnn who ran for help. She always had that great smile and laugh. She was a joy to be around. She raised great kids which are a lasting reflection of her great and enduring qualities. We will miss her.

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  30. My dear cousin MaryAnn. We grew up together at St. Augustine’s parish and grade school in north St. Louis. When I fell and cut my knee pretty bad it was MaryAnn who ran for help. She always had that great smile and laugh. She was a joy to be around. She raised great kids which are a lasting reflection of her great and enduring qualities. We will miss her.

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  31. What a beautiful tribute to a wonderful Mom. She was a sheer pleasure to work with, and she raised several wonderful families, through her babysitting and Grand children. May each of her family be at peace with the love she shared.

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  32. What a beautiful tribute to a wonderful Mom. She was a sheer pleasure to work with, and she raised several wonderful families, through her babysitting and Grand children. May each of her family be at peace with the love she shared.

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  33. Such an awesome tribute to Mommy Mary Ann. Danielle and Josh always loved to be babysat at Mommy Mary Ann’s house. The Thomas family is sad to learn the passing of Mary Ann, but we had the opportunity to know her and her loving kindness. We will never forget her laugh, smile, and sassiness. Rest in peace Mommy Mary Ann, they will love you in heaven.

    Marty, Carol, Danielle, and Josh Thomas

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  34. Such an awesome tribute to Mommy Mary Ann. Danielle and Josh always loved to be babysat at Mommy Mary Ann’s house. The Thomas family is sad to learn the passing of Mary Ann, but we had the opportunity to know her and her loving kindness. We will never forget her laugh, smile, and sassiness. Rest in peace Mommy Mary Ann, they will love you in heaven.

    Marty, Carol, Danielle, and Josh Thomas

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  35. She was a shining light in a dark room. Always a smile and a hug ready and waiting.

    You will be so incredibly missed.

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  36. She was a shining light in a dark room. Always a smile and a hug ready and waiting.

    You will be so incredibly missed.

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  37. Mary Ann will be missed by so many people. She was a wonderful person who was loved by everyone who knew her. She was so much fun to be around and made us laugh all the time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

    Love,

    Karen and Ron Mize

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  38. Mary Ann will be missed by so many people. She was a wonderful person who was loved by everyone who knew her. She was so much fun to be around and made us laugh all the time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.

    Love,

    Karen and Ron Mize

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  39. I grew up with Mary Ann and I was and am her cousin Marla. Her mom, my aunt Bernice, was my After school babysitter as I went through Saint Augustine grade school! After school I would walk over to aunt Bernice’s, just two or three blocks from school and play with Mary Ann in her backyard. One time her dog chased me and I had to get up on top of the fence and walk the railing to be out of reach! At least I think it was her dog, but I sure remember the dog! I remember you, (Fr) Rich, Coming home in the afternoons with your school books under your arm as you chose to study for the priesthood….Those days I got away with calling you Dickie.
    Sometimes Mary Ann came over to my house on Sullivan, that was only three or four blocks the other side of our school there. One time we went to Woolworth’s on Grand -and bought of all things orange lipsticks very much in vogue – tho’ we were only middle school age! God bless you,Mary Ann and I’m glad we were friends -that sparkled up our childhood PS Aunt Bernice was the kindest, loving soul you could find and stayEd that way all her life. My condolences to you Sissy a.k.a. KATE, and dear father RICH, and All.

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  40. I grew up with Mary Ann and I was and am her cousin Marla. Her mom, my aunt Bernice, was my After school babysitter as I went through Saint Augustine grade school! After school I would walk over to aunt Bernice’s, just two or three blocks from school and play with Mary Ann in her backyard. One time her dog chased me and I had to get up on top of the fence and walk the railing to be out of reach! At least I think it was her dog, but I sure remember the dog! I remember you, (Fr) Rich, Coming home in the afternoons with your school books under your arm as you chose to study for the priesthood….Those days I got away with calling you Dickie.
    Sometimes Mary Ann came over to my house on Sullivan, that was only three or four blocks the other side of our school there. One time we went to Woolworth’s on Grand -and bought of all things orange lipsticks very much in vogue – tho’ we were only middle school age! God bless you,Mary Ann and I’m glad we were friends -that sparkled up our childhood PS Aunt Bernice was the kindest, loving soul you could find and stayEd that way all her life. My condolences to you Sissy a.k.a. KATE, and dear father RICH, and All.

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  41. I count myself very lucky to have been able to get to know her over the last 10 years both in person and through the way her children spoke of her.

    I’m sure she counted herself just as blessed to be your mom as you did to be her sons.

    Love you guys so much,

    Katie Adams

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  42. I count myself very lucky to have been able to get to know her over the last 10 years both in person and through the way her children spoke of her.

    I’m sure she counted herself just as blessed to be your mom as you did to be her sons.

    Love you guys so much,

    Katie Adams

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  43. My deepest condolences. What an amazing person your mother was she touched a lot of lives and left a lasting impression. She will be deeply missed. I am here for your family if anything is needed.. God bless her soul.

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  44. My deepest condolences. What an amazing person your mother was she touched a lot of lives and left a lasting impression. She will be deeply missed. I am here for your family if anything is needed.. God bless her soul.

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  45. I will always remember our good times while cleaning church. She was so much fun to be around and so witty I will sure miss her and remember her always & count myself lucky to having known her. God bless her family.

    Helen Copeland

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  46. I will always remember our good times while cleaning church. She was so much fun to be around and so witty I will sure miss her and remember her always & count myself lucky to having known her. God bless her family.

    Helen Copeland

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  47. I am so sorry to hear of Mary Ann’s passing. She was such a fun person in high school and I really enjoyed her posts on FB, sharing pictures of the family. She was so proud of the family she and Tom raised and loved her grandchildren. Mary Ann, we will all see you some day.

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  48. I am so sorry to hear of Mary Ann’s passing. She was such a fun person in high school and I really enjoyed her posts on FB, sharing pictures of the family. She was so proud of the family she and Tom raised and loved her grandchildren. Mary Ann, we will all see you some day.

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  49. So so sorry for your loss. She was a truly special person. One of a kind. If you met her once, you loved her.

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  50. So so sorry for your loss. She was a truly special person. One of a kind. If you met her once, you loved her.

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  51. Dear Tom and Sons..plus all those she loved. In a school day lunch really was the most important time of the day and the most fun. She had the best way of turning some mushy government subsidy in to something that middle schoolers would actually eat. Thanksgiving meals became real feasts and Christmas break celebrations were surprised with real baked goods. The kitchen was a good place to be and watch. The school, parish and individuals always benefitted from Mary Ann saying, “Tom can do that.” Thanks Tom for being her love, Thanks boys for sharing her and thanks Mary Ann for loving us! Heaven is more joyful today.
    Donna Holz, Holy child School Coordinator some time in the 90’s ( I think!) and St. David Parishioner forever i hope!

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  52. Dear Tom and Sons..plus all those she loved. In a school day lunch really was the most important time of the day and the most fun. She had the best way of turning some mushy government subsidy in to something that middle schoolers would actually eat. Thanksgiving meals became real feasts and Christmas break celebrations were surprised with real baked goods. The kitchen was a good place to be and watch. The school, parish and individuals always benefitted from Mary Ann saying, “Tom can do that.” Thanks Tom for being her love, Thanks boys for sharing her and thanks Mary Ann for loving us! Heaven is more joyful today.
    Donna Holz, Holy child School Coordinator some time in the 90’s ( I think!) and St. David Parishioner forever i hope!

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  53. Our deepest condolences! She was a joy to work with and constantly kept us on our toes. She brought so much light to the world. She will be missed.

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  54. Our deepest condolences! She was a joy to work with and constantly kept us on our toes. She brought so much light to the world. She will be missed.

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  55. Tom, Paul, Kevin, Tim and families,
    You have my deepest sympathies at your incredible loss. Mary Ann had special gift in her smile. She is with the angels and I know you will miss her.
    Hugs to all of you!

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  56. Tom, Paul, Kevin, Tim and families,
    You have my deepest sympathies at your incredible loss. Mary Ann had special gift in her smile. She is with the angels and I know you will miss her.
    Hugs to all of you!

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  57. I wish I had a few magic words to ease our pain from the passing of our friend, mom, sister, wife, grandma, aunt = Maryann. The tribute is perfect. Thank you.
    Maryann was a wonderful person and if she loved you it was a deep and unconditional love.
    I remember and love so many, many ‘funny things’ about her but my favorite is: when it was Paul’s, Kevin’s, or Tims birthday she always said ‘Happy Birthday Paul – you are my favorite. Happy Birthday Kevin – you are my favorite. Happy Birthday Tim – you are my favorite’. And you boys knew you were indeed her favorite.
    Rest in the Lord Maryann ‘good and faithful servant’.

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  58. I wish I had a few magic words to ease our pain from the passing of our friend, mom, sister, wife, grandma, aunt = Maryann. The tribute is perfect. Thank you.
    Maryann was a wonderful person and if she loved you it was a deep and unconditional love.
    I remember and love so many, many ‘funny things’ about her but my favorite is: when it was Paul’s, Kevin’s, or Tims birthday she always said ‘Happy Birthday Paul – you are my favorite. Happy Birthday Kevin – you are my favorite. Happy Birthday Tim – you are my favorite’. And you boys knew you were indeed her favorite.
    Rest in the Lord Maryann ‘good and faithful servant’.

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  59. We will always remember Mary Ann as our kids favorite babysitter. They loved her because she always took the time to play with them and fix snacks for them. Her laugh was infectious and anytime we saw her she always had a story to tell. God speed Mary Ann, you will be missed.

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  60. We will always remember Mary Ann as our kids favorite babysitter. They loved her because she always took the time to play with them and fix snacks for them. Her laugh was infectious and anytime we saw her she always had a story to tell. God speed Mary Ann, you will be missed.

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  61. Tom I am Bud Vogel’s daughter Earlene and just wanted to send my condolences to you and all the family. I never got to meet your wife but Sandy Whitehead told me what a sweet person she was. Prayers for all.

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  62. Tom I am Bud Vogel’s daughter Earlene and just wanted to send my condolences to you and all the family. I never got to meet your wife but Sandy Whitehead told me what a sweet person she was. Prayers for all.

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  63. Beautiful tribute Paul. You and your beautiful family are on my thoughts and prayers. Sending my deepest sympathy, Debbie Unger

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  64. Beautiful tribute Paul. You and your beautiful family are on my thoughts and prayers. Sending my deepest sympathy, Debbie Unger

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  65. I am so sorry for your loss. This couldn’t have been a better description of this amazing mom. She was a mom to all of us from babysitting to the baseball team. She was a huge part in my life growing up. I loved her like a mom and obviously you Paul as a brother. Love you guys.

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  66. I am so sorry for your loss. This couldn’t have been a better description of this amazing mom. She was a mom to all of us from babysitting to the baseball team. She was a huge part in my life growing up. I loved her like a mom and obviously you Paul as a brother. Love you guys.

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  67. She was simply put, THE best! And please let it be known that her hot dog lunches happened to be one of my faves. ❤️ There was never any doubt that her boys were her pride and joy, and her grandchildren, well that’s another story. You could see her pride bursting in every picture she shared with her Facebook friends. Mary Ann always kept things real, which is one of the many things I truly enjoyed about her. Thank you to the Kohler family for sharing her with us! My thoughts and prayers are with you all, and please know there is nothing my family wouldn’t do for you! Love you all so much!

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  68. She was simply put, THE best! And please let it be known that her hot dog lunches happened to be one of my faves. ❤️ There was never any doubt that her boys were her pride and joy, and her grandchildren, well that’s another story. You could see her pride bursting in every picture she shared with her Facebook friends. Mary Ann always kept things real, which is one of the many things I truly enjoyed about her. Thank you to the Kohler family for sharing her with us! My thoughts and prayers are with you all, and please know there is nothing my family wouldn’t do for you! Love you all so much!

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  69. Wow! Such an awesome tribute! We continue to pray for you all. May she fly high with Jesus!

    The Hermann Family

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  70. Wow! Such an awesome tribute! We continue to pray for you all. May she fly high with Jesus!

    The Hermann Family

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  71. when my brother and mother lived in two-story duplex Mary Ann and her family lived on the first floor. It was like the two families were of one.. We had such a great time with all. I remember Maryann being the sweetest you lady. I will miss her and tell good night every night just before I fall asleep

    Good night Maryann, I love you

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  72. when my brother and mother lived in two-story duplex Mary Ann and her family lived on the first floor. It was like the two families were of one.. We had such a great time with all. I remember Maryann being the sweetest you lady. I will miss her and tell good night every night just before I fall asleep

    Good night Maryann, I love you

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  73. My second mom growing up, best neighbors I could ask for. You were always looking over all the boys in the neighborhood. Love you.

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  74. My second mom growing up, best neighbors I could ask for. You were always looking over all the boys in the neighborhood. Love you.

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  75. Aunt MaryAnn will be sorely missed. I’m sorry for your loss. We love you all and will be praying for you.

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  76. Aunt MaryAnn will be sorely missed. I’m sorry for your loss. We love you all and will be praying for you.

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  77. The Kohler family,
    Beautifully written tribute to MaryAnn. We didn’t have many opportunities to see her but always remember her great laugh and enjoyment around family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    With love and sympathy, Christy and Kris

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  78. The Kohler family,
    Beautifully written tribute to MaryAnn. We didn’t have many opportunities to see her but always remember her great laugh and enjoyment around family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    With love and sympathy, Christy and Kris

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  79. What a wonderful woman, wife and mother that Mary Ann was – the world lost a wonderful light when you left. As mentioned above, Mary Ann opened her door to many people, allowing myself to stay for multiple nights on several occasions as a friend of the family and very graciously allowed Kevin and I to make extremely loud and unpleasant rock music in the basement when we were younger. Mary Ann and her family are in many’s prayers

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  80. What a wonderful woman, wife and mother that Mary Ann was – the world lost a wonderful light when you left. As mentioned above, Mary Ann opened her door to many people, allowing myself to stay for multiple nights on several occasions as a friend of the family and very graciously allowed Kevin and I to make extremely loud and unpleasant rock music in the basement when we were younger. Mary Ann and her family are in many’s prayers

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  81. Who knew when Tom and Maryann and I were in grade school together at Immaculate Conception (Holy Child) those 2 would end up together. I ran into Maryann at Dierbergs in early spring. Her passing words to me were “They have got to get sports back on TV, and get my household back to normal”. I think this comment was meant for you Tom. Well maybe now she can help us all with that!

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  82. Who knew when Tom and Maryann and I were in grade school together at Immaculate Conception (Holy Child) those 2 would end up together. I ran into Maryann at Dierbergs in early spring. Her passing words to me were “They have got to get sports back on TV, and get my household back to normal”. I think this comment was meant for you Tom. Well maybe now she can help us all with that!

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  83. Dear Kohler Family –

    Please accept our deepest condolences
    We all loved MaryAnn, she will be greatly missed.
    You will All be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
    God Bless Your Family
    R.I.P. MaryAnn

    Janet Gangloff & Family

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  84. Dear Kohler Family –

    Please accept our deepest condolences
    We all loved MaryAnn, she will be greatly missed.
    You will All be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
    God Bless Your Family
    R.I.P. MaryAnn

    Janet Gangloff & Family

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  85. So many memories of talking with her, trying to soak up her wisdom and joyful spirit. She never left you wondering how she felt, which made it easy to be yourself with her. She was one of those moms you wanted to hang out with, because she made you feel valued and protected. My love and deepest sympathy to all of you. May it bring some peace to know that her light will shine on in all those who knew her.

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  86. So many memories of talking with her, trying to soak up her wisdom and joyful spirit. She never left you wondering how she felt, which made it easy to be yourself with her. She was one of those moms you wanted to hang out with, because she made you feel valued and protected. My love and deepest sympathy to all of you. May it bring some peace to know that her light will shine on in all those who knew her.

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  87. Dear Kohler Family,
    Words cannot express the impact this one woman had on all of our lives. She was such a great inspiration and example to follow with her zest for life, love and family. We feel lucky to have had her in our lives and we will never forget her. We will dearly miss her smile, sense of humor, and her heart of gold. Her beautiful soul will live on in her amazing sons and grandchildren. Her legacy will never end. Prayers and big hugs to the entire Kohler family. We love you.
    Love, The Boelling/Hammack Family

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  88. Dear Kohler Family,
    Words cannot express the impact this one woman had on all of our lives. She was such a great inspiration and example to follow with her zest for life, love and family. We feel lucky to have had her in our lives and we will never forget her. We will dearly miss her smile, sense of humor, and her heart of gold. Her beautiful soul will live on in her amazing sons and grandchildren. Her legacy will never end. Prayers and big hugs to the entire Kohler family. We love you.
    Love, The Boelling/Hammack Family

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  89. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Tom, Paul, Kevin, and Tim.

    I met MaryAnn when her family moved to Arnold when we were in 8th grade. The 1st time she was introduced to our class I knew I wanted to be her friend! Her kindness, friendly smile, infectious laugh and outgoing personality was always a joy! We were ‘partners in crime’ and had so many fun times at St Pius Hi School! Fr Dalton and Fr Deutschmann used to laugh and shake their heads at us.
    MaryAnn, I was honored to be your friend and I’ll always cherish the memories we made together! I will dearly miss you but I know you crossed the Heavenly Gates and you’re cured!
    Until we meet again, my friend in God’s Heavenly Kingdom!! .
    Love you!!
    Sandy and John

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  90. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Tom, Paul, Kevin, and Tim.

    I met MaryAnn when her family moved to Arnold when we were in 8th grade. The 1st time she was introduced to our class I knew I wanted to be her friend! Her kindness, friendly smile, infectious laugh and outgoing personality was always a joy! We were ‘partners in crime’ and had so many fun times at St Pius Hi School! Fr Dalton and Fr Deutschmann used to laugh and shake their heads at us.
    MaryAnn, I was honored to be your friend and I’ll always cherish the memories we made together! I will dearly miss you but I know you crossed the Heavenly Gates and you’re cured!
    Until we meet again, my friend in God’s Heavenly Kingdom!! .
    Love you!!
    Sandy and John

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  91. It was heartbreaking to hear of MaryAnn’s passing. As soon as we heard, all three Recer girls were sharing stories of how special she treated each one of them and how great her lunches were at Holy Child. We are will remember her, and all of you, in our prayers. RIP MaryAnn!

    The Recer Family—Holy Child, St Pius, and Sr. David family.

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  92. It was heartbreaking to hear of MaryAnn’s passing. As soon as we heard, all three Recer girls were sharing stories of how special she treated each one of them and how great her lunches were at Holy Child. We are will remember her, and all of you, in our prayers. RIP MaryAnn!

    The Recer Family—Holy Child, St Pius, and Sr. David family.

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  93. You always knew when Aunt MaryAnn was in the room, her laugh was so infectious and fill the room. Rest in pease sweet lady, you leave a wonderful legacy in your family.

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  94. You always knew when Aunt MaryAnn was in the room, her laugh was so infectious and fill the room. Rest in pease sweet lady, you leave a wonderful legacy in your family.

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  95. My deepest condolences to the family on the loss of Mary Ann. She will be missed by many and was my Grandchildens favorite lunch lady.

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  96. My deepest condolences to the family on the loss of Mary Ann. She will be missed by many and was my Grandchildens favorite lunch lady.

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  97. Dear Kohler Family,
    We are very sad to hear of the passing of Mary Ann. Her laughter and personality lit up any room, what a treasure she was. Sending our condolences and prayers to your family.

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  98. Dear Kohler Family,
    We are very sad to hear of the passing of Mary Ann. Her laughter and personality lit up any room, what a treasure she was. Sending our condolences and prayers to your family.

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  99. Tom, Paul, Kevin and Tim
    Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you! To sit at a Pius sporting event when MaryAnn was there was always a special time. To say we laughed until our bellies hurt or we were crying tears because we were laughing so hard.. was never a lie because she always kept us entertained. What a special person she is and will remain in our hearts.
    There will never be another Mary Ann!
    How blessed we are to have known her.

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  100. Tom, Paul, Kevin and Tim
    Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you! To sit at a Pius sporting event when MaryAnn was there was always a special time. To say we laughed until our bellies hurt or we were crying tears because we were laughing so hard.. was never a lie because she always kept us entertained. What a special person she is and will remain in our hearts.
    There will never be another Mary Ann!
    How blessed we are to have known her.

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  101. So sorry to hear about Mary Ann’s passing. She was truly a marvelous person and had such a warmness about her. My condolences to her family

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  102. So sorry to hear about Mary Ann’s passing. She was truly a marvelous person and had such a warmness about her. My condolences to her family

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  103. I was so sorry to hear of Mary Ann’s death. She was so gracious to welcome Robbie into her home so many times. I know you all miss her so. She and your family are in my prayers.

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  104. I was so sorry to hear of Mary Ann’s death. She was so gracious to welcome Robbie into her home so many times. I know you all miss her so. She and your family are in my prayers.

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  105. Very sorry to hear of Aunt Mary Ann’s passing. I remember how kind she was to us as little kids years ago. Always enjoyed visiting with her at the family reunions.
    Praying that God Blesses your family during this time of loss and difficulty.

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  106. Very sorry to hear of Aunt Mary Ann’s passing. I remember how kind she was to us as little kids years ago. Always enjoyed visiting with her at the family reunions.
    Praying that God Blesses your family during this time of loss and difficulty.

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  107. My longtime friend of 64 years will truly be missed. We started our friendship on Hebert Street and St. Augustine School. Many nights playing ball in the alley with our family and friends. Always laughing g and having a good time. Every time we picked up the phone it was as if time stood still for us. May God be with your family and give them peace of mind. MaryAnn I
    love you and will miss you

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  108. My longtime friend of 64 years will truly be missed. We started our friendship on Hebert Street and St. Augustine School. Many nights playing ball in the alley with our family and friends. Always laughing g and having a good time. Every time we picked up the phone it was as if time stood still for us. May God be with your family and give them peace of mind. MaryAnn I
    love you and will miss you

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