Mary L. Caruthers
Mary L. Caruthers (nee Dumey) passed away on December 9, 2020. Dearest mother of Kim (Brian) Owens; loving grandmother of Joseph and Brianna; dear sister of Norman (Lois) Dumey and Shirley (Al) DeFrancesco; our dear aunt, cousin, and friend.
Born on September 10, 1941 in Rockview, MO and preceded in death by her parents Herman and Irene (Westrich) Dumey and her sister Rose (Ken) Geimer.
Mary had a smile and presence that would light up a room. She was loved by everyone with whom she came in contact. She had a way of making people laugh. She lived for her grandchildren and would do anything and everything for them. She was their teacher, mentor, and best friend. Mary was retired from National Geospatial Intelligence Agency after 25+ years.
Services: A memorial service to be announced and held at a later date.
Memorial contributions can be made to the National Stroke Association (https://www.stroke.org).
Aunt Mary (My Godmother) you will be deeply missed. I wished we could have all been there to say our love yous and goodbyes. Rest in peace and give GMA and Aunt Rose and Uncle Ken a big hug.????
Little Aunt Mimmy was so very loved by all of us. Her smile was contagious. I will cherish my memories of her, until we meet again.
So sorry to hear about Mary’s passing. Worked with Mary for many years. She was a wonderful lady. RIP!!
So many memories about my baby sister…she was strong and full of laughter….! Have to mention the times she would put Bobbie pins into our oldest brother hair…it was hilarious. We will miss her very much…but never the memories. Love you forever
I worked with Mary for many years. She was a lovely lady with a terrific smile!
October 3, 2021
I just learned of dear Mary’s passing. She was a room mate of my sister Shirley Sonntag while they were in Community Care Center of Lemay. My sister passed July 26, 2019. They got along really well. There were times they had a few words, but that is normal with room mates. My husband John and I enjoyed our visits with Mary when we came to see Shirley. She would always keep us laughing. She had such a beautiful personality. The last time I spoke with Mary was in early 2020 and she had been moved to Nazareth. She told me she had had another stroke. I was happy to hear that she was no longer at that other nursing home. That place turned out to be a nightmare.
I was so sorry to hear of Mary’s passing and John and I extend out deepest sympathy to Mary’s family. I know how much she loved her grandchildren. She talked about them all the time. I was so pleased to have known Mary and she always tried to look after Shirley when I was not there. Mary told me when Shirley passed that she was upset because her and Shirley had made a pact that when one of them died the other would go with them. Well, they are together now watching over the one’s they loved. Rest in Peace sweet Mary in the arms of Jesus. I will never forget you.
Thank you everyone your kind comments mean absolutely so much. Helen I thank you. Needed to hear those words tonight. She certainly loved your sister and you guys as well. It sucks you cant hold onto loved ones forever. I hope all is well with your family Helen. This comment is two or three years too late for a response to all. Our family appreciates every single kind comment on this post.