Obituaries

My condolences to Bob and family. I worked with Mara at the KMart pharmacy on East Washington. We kept in touch yearly via her holiday letters.

Vieglas smiltis svešajā zemē ... The traditional wish for Latvians dying away from home. "May the earth rest lightly upon you, in this other country." I wish I had come across this fellow Displaced Person earlier, but I am grateful now to hold Māra in my heart. For the family I can only offer this: Love is always worth the pain of loss.

I had the joy of meeting Mara and assisting her in her recent period of life. I remember her as such a sweetheart! Nancy Nie

Dear Bob and Children and Grandkids, Mara was a special person. She overcame a difficult childhood during a frightening time in history to become a wonderful mother and friend to many people. She was always positive and will be missed by many people. She was generous with her time and talents. We still have the beautiful jumper she knitted for Wendy when she was little, and my kids and grandkids treasure the stockings she made for them. Our family will miss her. Lots of love to Bob and the boys and their families.

Mara was such a wonderful caring person. I was a teacher for both of her boys when they attended Sherman School and she helped me out frequently. As a school aide she helped many students find success. I'm sure she'll be missed. I send my condolences to the family.

Mara stood behind me at our exercise class at Warner Park. We both were early birds and had plenty of time to talk before class. Her wonderful husband drove her to exercise and back home. We talked books all the time, as we both loved to read. She was so proud of her sons and grandchildren. She was a quiet and strong presence in this crazy world. Fly high Mara!

Our sincere condolences to Mara's family. We didn't know Mara but from all the comments we have read she was a wonderful person and truly loved. She touched so many lives and will be thought of often and never forgotten. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Something that we have found to be of great comfort are the thoughts expressed in John 5:28 "all those in the memorial tombs will hear his (Jesus) voice and come out ". May God Jehovah give strength and his love to each of you.

I remember Mara as my grandparent's amazing neighbor! My grandma Nan and grandpa Harry Christenson, lived next-door on Manley Street. Mara showed wonderful love, care, and support of our family. Her gardens were extraordinary, her baking delicious and her love of her family infectious. Please know that my entire family extend our condolences Sharel (Stein) Nelson

I spent so much time growing up at the Coon's that I literally felt like a third son at times. Mara always had kind words, a generous heart and a fresh bag of chocolate chip cookies to take home after my umpteenth sleepover! Wonderful lady and she will be sorely missed.

Mara was such a beautiful soul. She was always so kind and we would always have great conversations about what we were reading or what finds we discovered at the Farmers Market on the Square. She will be missed. RIP sweet Mara.

Sending sympathies and prayers.

Mara was a truly amazing and talented person. I have many happy memories of her. She will be missed by all. Sending our thoughts and prayers to her family.

Always a sharp lady and didn't miss anything. She was always kind and considerate to all!

Sorry for your loss of your mother

Sorry for your loss of your mother. Steve Ness

Mara had a heart of gold. She only knew me through her daughter in law, Marie. When my husband passed away, Mara sent me a sympathy card with a check. I'll never forget her act of kindness. We did meet and for years when they were in town for the holidays we would meet up at a restaurant with Marie, Jim and their girls. It was always wonderful to see her❤️. My heart and prayers are with her family.

Mara was one of the best people I ever knew. I worked with her for years, she helped my daughter as a teacher's aide. I moved to Florida in 2002 and she was the one person I was always sure to visit when we went home. Sending tons of love and hugs to her family as I know they have lost an important part of their lives. Many thanks to Meagan for keeping me up to date. Shelley Johnson

Such a beautiful person and I was so lucky to have known her in this life. I will always carry her smile with me.

She is a wonderful part of my childhood memories. She will be missed. God bless.