Birth date: Dec 7, 1943 Death date: Jan 14, 2024
Mary Ellen Reece Our Sister, Aunt, Godmother, Friend left us on January 14, 2024. Born to Robert George and Helene Marie (Schroeder) Keenan on December 15, 1943, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Mary was a secretary for most of her lif Read Obituary
Ms. Mary to me was so happy and a warm presence; she would always have a joke on-hand and made me feel like family. Her corner house was the corner house, where we'd wave to her even if we didn't get a chance to stop in. I greatly enjoyed last Christmas with her - her spending time with my kids and our giant group photo, with Ms. Mary right in the middle. That corner house won't be the same, Christmas won't be the same, and we won't without Ms. Mary - miss you and love you.
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Always enjoyed spending time with Mrs. Mary! Fond memories as a kid waving to her as we rode our bikes to elementary school. Was always willing to go and visit and help with her different tech problems. She was always very generous and welcoming whenever you would visit her. Will miss her!
-Joel
Mary was a good neighbor and a great friend. She was a role model and inspiration to our family. She will be dearly missed.
Mrs. Mary entered our lives when I was a child by chance: a hello wave from a friendly neighbor that turned into a lifelong friendship. Mrs. Mary called herself our Florida grandma and that title was more than well deserved. She was every bit a part of our family as we were a part of hers. She spoiled my siblings and I throughout our childhood and extended her love towards our children, whom she loved spending time with. She filled our lives with love and laughter, warmth, and a feeling of home.
Memories of Loved Ones are never easy to write. Especially when it’s about someone like my Aunt Mary.
She was also my Godmother and I’ve always Loved her no matter who she was and I faithfully believe I’m not or ever will be alone with that feeling of love. Whether it came from taking a moment to sincerely listen to everyone that’s needed her, or the smile on her face to let you know everything is going to be alright. She was always forward enough to share with you that you just needed for the storm to pass and things will be better. I’d call her a couple days a week to check in with her no matter what we talked about, but the most important thing for me was to hear her voice and the relief that she was doing well. During a few of our latest talks She spoke of when this time comes, she has made peace with everything and everybody. She knew how I am and I’m extremely grateful for that because she wasn’t going to hold back on certain subjects Like this. She shared as much as she could and she knew that when she finished this portion of her story, she would be able to see everyone that left before. She was no matter the situation always putting others first and couldn’t care less about whatever it was that made her have a rough day. As I said she put everyone first before herself. And that is just a small part of who she was.
Aunt Mary,
I’ll remember you and everything you’ve done for me along I’m sure for others. I’ll never forget how we hugged especially the last one we shared which I still remember how It felt and I couldn’t wait until it happened again. I’m aware that it won’t happen again on this part of my journey but when we see each other again, and my time comes. I’ll.be able to not only see you but to be able to hug you again.
I Love you & Always Will
God Bless
John Bauer
Mary flew out for my daughter’s college graduation. I loved her smile and sense of humor. She will be missed.
